Most people book a hygiene appointment because their dentist told them to. Stephanie Richards will make you want to book the next one yourself.
Stephanie is a Dental Hygienist at Glandwr Dental Practice, and she brings something a little different to the hygiene chair — a perspective shaped by nearly a decade inside the practice, a Diploma in Dental Hygiene from Bangor University, and the mindset of someone who also co-owns a functional fitness gym. When it comes to caring about people’s health, she doesn’t switch off at the surgery door.
Stephanie’s connection to Glandwr runs deep. She joined the practice back in 2016 as a trainee dental nurse and worked her way up to Lead Dental Nurse over the years that followed. Where others might have stayed comfortable, Stephanie chose to go further — returning to university at Bangor in 2022 to study Dental Hygiene, graduating with her Diploma of Higher Education in 2024 before returning to Glandwr in her new role that October.
That journey matters. It means Stephanie understands the practice from every angle — she’s been the nurse at the chairside, she’s been the student learning the very latest in preventive care, and she’s now the clinician looking after your gum health with the kind of genuine commitment that comes from building this career step by step.
Particularly known for helping anxious patients feel at ease, Stephanie brings warmth and patience to every appointment. If you’ve ever avoided a hygiene visit because you weren’t sure what to expect, she’s exactly who you want on your side.
Outside of dentistry, you might find Stephanie at Yard 6 — the functional fitness gym in Porthmadog that she co-owns and runs. It’s a side of her that tells you something important: this is someone who genuinely believes in health as a daily practice, not a box to tick once a year.
That same philosophy carries directly into her clinical work. Preventive care — catching problems before they become painful ones — isn’t just a professional principle for Stephanie. It’s something she lives. And it shapes how she talks to patients about their mouths.
“My passion for health and wellbeing extends beyond the clinic,” says Stephanie. “I enjoy supporting others in leading healthier lifestyles — and that starts with a healthy mouth.”
A hygiene appointment is often thought of as a cosmetic treatment — a scale and polish to make your teeth look a bit cleaner. The reality is considerably more important than that.
Regular dental hygiene appointments are one of the most effective ways to prevent gum disease, reduce your risk of tooth loss in later life, and spot early signs of conditions that a routine check-up might miss. For patients across North Wales who want to keep their teeth for life, seeing a hygienist regularly is one of the most valuable things they can do.
Stephanie takes the time to educate patients on how to maintain excellent oral health at home between appointments — not to lecture, but because she knows that what happens at home matters just as much as what happens in the chair.
Gum disease is more common than most people realise, and more serious than most people think. It is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults in the UK — not decay, not accidents — and in its early stages it is almost entirely painless, which is exactly what makes it so easy to overlook.
At Glandwr, hygiene appointments with Stephanie are an opportunity to assess your gum health thoroughly, remove the plaque and tartar that brushing alone can’t reach, and put a clear plan in place to protect what you have. Whether you’re dealing with bleeding gums, gum sensitivity, or simply haven’t had a hygiene appointment for longer than you’d like to admit — this is the right place to start.
Gum disease treatment in North Wales doesn’t have to be daunting. It begins with a straightforward conversation and a thorough, unhurried assessment.
If you’re looking for a dental hygienist in Penrhyndeudraeth, or anywhere across North Wales and Gwynedd, Glandwr Dental Practice offers hygiene appointments with a clinician who genuinely cares about your long-term oral health — not just the surface of your teeth.
Teeth cleaning with Stephanie goes beyond a standard polish. She uses the appointment to build a full picture of your oral health, review your home care routine, and make sure you leave not just with cleaner teeth, but with a clear understanding of how to keep them that way.
If you’ve never had a private hygiene appointment before, here’s what you can expect from Stephanie: a warm welcome, absolutely no judgement, and a clinician who will talk you through everything she’s doing and why.
Private dental hygiene at Glandwr means unhurried appointments, personalised care, and access to a hygienist who has invested years in getting to know this practice, its patients, and the community around it.
Whether you’re an existing Glandwr patient or visiting for the first time, you are in good hands.
Whether you need a routine clean, are concerned about your gum health, or want to get back on track after a long gap, Stephanie would love to help.
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