Through the services that dental hygienists provide, patients are able to prevent serious oral problems from torturing them in the long run. The truth is, the dental office is not always about the dentist – people usually turn to dental hygienists first to have an assessment of their oral health and then carry out a certain course of action based on their findings. A dental hygienist is more commonly associated with teeth cleaning, but he may also does things beyond that such as performing periodontal therapy, taking dental radiographs, application of dental sealants, and giving instructions about proper dental care and more. Besides providing treatment, hygienists focus more on helping patients maintain a healthy set of teeth and gums so that they won’t have to go through more complex procedures should they experience a serious oral problem. They explain the right way of brushing teeth, flossing, and the relationship of nutrition to oral health.