Check-ups & Hygiene in Hampshire
Reviewed by Dr. Faiz Azizan. Compiled by the Dentist Hampshire editorial team from Google Business Profile data and each practice's own website, collected October 2026. No practice pays to be listed or ranked. How we collect and rank.
A routine check-up examines your teeth, gums and mouth; a hygienist appointment removes plaque and tartar and gives cleaning advice.
What check-ups and hygiene typically involves
- An examination of teeth, gums and soft tissue, with X-rays when needed
- Scale and polish by a dentist or hygienist
- Personalised advice on cleaning, diet and how often to return
Questions to ask before you book
- How often should I come back?
- Is the hygienist appointment included or separate?
- What does a check-up cost for private patients?
NHS or private?
A check-up is an NHS Band 1 treatment where the practice holds an NHS contract.
This is general information, not clinical advice. See our disclaimer. Costs are not shown because we do not hold verified price data.
Find Hampshire dentists that list check-ups and hygiene
Areas where at least five practices state this treatment on their own website:
- Check-ups & hygiene in Southampton (25 practices)
- Top rated check-ups and hygiene dentists in Winchester (24 practices)
- Top rated check-ups and hygiene dentists in New Forest (23 practices)
- Check-ups & hygiene in East Hampshire (22 practices)
- Havant dentists offering check-ups and hygiene (19 practices)
- Top rated check-ups and hygiene dentists in Basingstoke (18 practices)
- Portsmouth dentists offering check-ups and hygiene (17 practices)
- Check-ups & hygiene in Eastleigh (17 practices)
- Fareham dentists offering check-ups and hygiene (13 practices)
- Top rated check-ups and hygiene dentists in Fleet & Hart (13 practices)
- Check-ups & hygiene in Test Valley (10 practices)
- Top rated check-ups and hygiene dentists in Aldershot & Farnborough (10 practices)
- Gosport dentists offering check-ups and hygiene (8 practices)
Related treatments
- Gum Disease Treatment: Periodontal treatment manages gum disease, from early gingivitis to periodontitis, which can damage the bone that supports the teeth..
- Teeth Whitening: Professional teeth whitening uses a peroxide-based gel, applied by or under the supervision of a registered dental professional, to lighten the shade of natural teeth..
- Children's Dentistry: Children's dentistry covers check-ups, preventive care and treatment for babies, children and teenagers..
Frequently asked questions
What does check-ups & hygiene involve?
An examination of teeth, gums and soft tissue, with X-rays when needed. Scale and polish by a dentist or hygienist. Personalised advice on cleaning, diet and how often to return.
What should I ask a dentist about check-ups and hygiene?
How often should I come back? Is the hygienist appointment included or separate? What does a check-up cost for private patients?
Is check-ups and hygiene available on the NHS?
A check-up is an NHS Band 1 treatment where the practice holds an NHS contract.