Regular dental hygiene appointments are so very important to maintain oral health but many people leave their hygiene appointments until they see a lot of noticeable ‘build-up’ of plaque or tartar on their teeth or staining from tea or coffee, or similar. But waiting until then really isn’t the best idea! It is important to attend regularly, regardless of whether you can see tartar or plaque, as it isn’t always visible (for example it could be on the backs of your teeth, or you back teeth!).