Our dental hygienists and therapists provide thorough professional cleaning, scaling and polishing, plus Airflow stain removal using advanced powder technology for a deeper, more comfortable clean. We see patients from Hornchurch, Romford, Rotherhithe and the surrounding areas.
You can book directly — no referral from a dentist is needed. Regular hygiene appointments remove the plaque and tartar that brushing alone can’t reach, helping prevent gum disease and keeping your teeth and gums healthy for longer.
Airflow uses warm water, air and fine powder to lift plaque and staining from tea, coffee, red wine and tobacco — including between teeth, where brushing rarely reaches. No scraping, no grinding.
Book directly with our dental hygienist. You don't need to see a dentist first, and you don't need to be registered with us — just book a time that suits you.
Our hygienist is trained in periodontal care, so alongside your clean you'll get practical advice on brushing, interdental cleaning and keeping gum disease at bay.
Our hygienist brings a strong foundation of clinical training and a passion for providing high-quality, preventative dental care.
We start with a detailed look at your teeth and gums, checking for early signs of gum disease, staining and areas that are hard to keep clean. We'll talk through any concerns and agree what your appointment should cover.
Your hygienist removes plaque, tartar and staining using Airflow and gentle scaling — including between teeth and along the gumline, where brushing rarely reaches. Most people find it far more comfortable than they expect.
We finish with a polish to leave the tooth surface smooth and less prone to plaque building back up, then check the areas we flagged at the start so you can see the difference.
You'll get practical advice tailored to your mouth — brushing technique, interdental brushes, anything that'll make the biggest difference — plus a suggested recall interval, usually every six months.
No. You can book directly with our hygienist without seeing a dentist first, and you don’t need to be a registered patient at Dakatra. Just choose a time that suits you and book. If we spot something during your appointment that needs a dentist’s attention, we’ll tell you and explain your options — but there’s no obligation to have further treatment with us.
Your hygienist checks your teeth and gums first, looking for early signs of gum disease and areas that are difficult to keep clean. They then remove plaque and tartar using scaling instruments and Airflow, clean between the teeth and along the gumline, and finish with a polish. You’ll leave with advice tailored to your mouth and a suggested date for your next visit.
Airflow uses a jet of warm water, compressed air and fine powder to lift plaque and staining from tea, coffee, red wine and tobacco — including between teeth, where a brush rarely reaches. There’s no scraping or grinding, and most patients find it considerably more comfortable than traditional cleaning. If your teeth are sensitive, tell your hygienist and they’ll adjust the technique.
It depends on your gum health, not on a fixed rule. UK guidance recommends intervals anywhere from three to twenty-four months depending on individual risk. Six months suits many people, but if you’re prone to gum disease, smoke, or have diabetes, you may benefit from more frequent visits. Your hygienist will recommend an interval based on what they find.
Gum disease is largely painless in its early stages, so it often progresses unnoticed. Regular appointments catch it while it’s still reversible, and remove the hardened deposits that brushing can’t shift. Beyond the gums, it’s also an opportunity to spot early decay, staining and technique problems before they turn into treatment you’d rather avoid.
A hygienist can treat gingivitis — the early, reversible stage, where gums are red, swollen or bleed when you brush — through professional cleaning and improved home care. More advanced gum disease, where the bone supporting the teeth has been affected, needs specialist periodontal treatment. Hygiene and therapy at Dakatra is led by Samy, a Specialist in Periodontology, so if you need that level of care it’s available here.
Our main clinic is at Lower Road, SE16, in Rotherhithe, a short walk from Canada Water station.
