What can I do to help the hygienist? The hygienist’s main work is to prevent and treat gum disease. This includes professionally cleaning your teeth by removing plaque and tartar (usually called a ‘scale and polish’ or a prophylaxis). Howeve ... Continue Reading

Symptoms of gum disease Healthy gums should be pink, firm and keep your teeth securely in place. Your gums shouldn’t bleed when you touch or brush them. Gum disease isn’t always painful and you may be unaware you have it. It’s important ... Continue Reading

If you are looking for a very experienced, gentle and caring dentist in Surbiton to improve your smile or to replace your missing teeth, look no further. Dr Habib has many successful years of experience qualifying in 1979 , Dr Habib has attended many cou ... Continue Reading

Gingivitis means inflammation of the gums (gingiva). It commonly occurs because of films of bacteria that accumulate on the teeth – plaque; this type is called plaque-induced gingivitis. Gingivitis is a non-destructive type of periodontal disease. I ... Continue Reading

What Is A Screw Retained Crown? Dental implant treatment involves two different phases of treatment. The surgical placement of the titanium screw is usually followed by a healing phase of 3-6 months. Once the implant surgeon has confirmed that the implant ... Continue Reading