Hygienists

Devon, East Cornwall and West Somerset

GDC registered

Fill-ins Locum Agency provides experienced, GDC registered dental hygienists to practices across Devon, East Cornwall and West Somerset.

Our hygienists maintain the high standards of periodontal care your patients expect, even when your permanent staff are unavailable.

Fill-ins Locum Agency help place staff when dental clinics have a shortage

Why Choose Our Hygienists

Highly skilled and experienced, our hygienists bring a gentle, thorough approach to every appointment, helping your practice maintain the highest standards of oral care.

Experienced Across Settings

All our hygienists are GDC registered professionals who maintain the highest standards of clinical practice. They regularly update their skills and knowledge to provide evidence-based care.

Patient-Focused Approach

Our hygienists are skilled communicators who excel at:

Building rapport with patients

Providing clear oral hygiene instruction

Motivating patients to improve home care

Managing anxious patients with empathy

Adapting communication styles to different patient needs

Comprehensive Service Delivery

Our hygienists are proficient in delivering a full range of services, including:

Thorough scaling and root planing

Air polishing and stain removal

Periodontal assessment and BPE scoring

Tailored oral hygiene instruction

Preventative advice and education

Fluoride application

Fissure sealants (where appropriate)

Supporting smoking cessation

Practice Integration

Our hygienists are adaptable professionals who quickly integrate with your team. They’re familiar with:

Common practice management software

Digital and traditional radiography

Recordkeeping requirements and protocols

NHS and private treatment delivery

Flexible Scheduling

We work around your needs—whether it’s last-minute sickness cover or planned maternity leave, we provide the right staff, exactly when you need them.

Short Term Cover

Need a hygienist to cover sickness, holiday or unexpected absence? We can often arrange same-day cover for emergency situations.

Short Term Cover

Looking for a hygienist for specific sessions each week? We can provide consistent cover with the same hygienist to maintain continuity of care.

Long-Term Placements

During maternity leave or extended absences, we can arrange long-term placements to ensure your hygiene services continue uninterrupted.

Revenue Generation


Our hygienists help maintain practice revenue during staff absences. By keeping hygiene appointments running smoothly, we help you: Our nurses have experience in a variety of practice settings, including:

  • Maintain patient satisfaction
  • Prevent appointment backlogs
  • Ensure continuous income flow Maintain periodontal health programmes

Book a Hygienist

Professional Dental Hygienists

Need to arrange hygienist cover for your practice? Contact Fill-ins Locum Agency today to discuss your requirements.

A dental staff nurse holding a replicate jaw demonstrating how to brush teeth