GDC Registered BDS · EMS Certified

Gentle, evidence-based
dental care in London

GDC-registered Dental Therapist & Hygienist with a specialist focus on guided biofilm therapy, periodontal health, and compassionate care for nervous clients and children.

Woolwich Gentle Dental Care Fulham, London
3+
Years UK clinical experience
Mixed
NHS & private practice
EMS
Airflow certified 2026
Pooja
GDC
Registered Dental Therapist
✦ EMS Guided
Biofilm Therapy
What I offer

Specialist care
tailored to you

From minimally invasive biofilm therapy to caring for nervous clients and children — I bring full-scope dental therapy and hygiene care to every appointment.

Guided Biofilm Therapy
Certified in EMS Airflow and Perioflow Max — minimally invasive, comfortable plaque and calculus management using the latest GBT protocols.
EMS Airflow Perioflow Max GBT Protocol
Periodontal Therapy
Advanced non-surgical periodontal care including supra/sub-gingival scaling, root surface debridement, and supportive maintenance for gingivitis and periodontitis.
Scaling & RSD Peri-implant Maintenance
Paediatric & Neurodiverse Care
Highly experienced treating children and neurodiverse clients including those with autism spectrum disorders — using gentle, adaptive techniques to build trust.
Children ASD-friendly Anxiety care
Restorative Therapy
Full-scope dental therapy including direct restorations (fillings), preformed metal crowns on primary teeth, pulp therapy, and extractions of primary teeth.
Fillings Pulp therapy Extractions
Preventive Care & Education
Personalised prevention plans including oral hygiene education, dietary advice, fluoride applications, fissure sealants, and caries risk assessment.
OHE Fluoride Fissure sealants
Dental Anxiety Management
Skilled in managing dental anxiety, needle phobia, and dental chair fears across all age groups through calm, patient-centred approaches and motivational interviewing.
Anxious clients Needle phobia MI techniques
GDC Registered
Registered Dental Therapist & Hygienist
BDS Qualified Dentist
Institute of Dental Sciences, India · 2020
EMS GBT Certified
Airflow & Perioflow Max · June 2026
NHS & Private
3+ years mixed practice, London
Pooja
Pooja
GDC Dental Therapist & Hygienist
About Pooja

Care that genuinely makes a difference

GDC-registered Dental Therapist & Hygienist based in London. From guided biofilm therapy to gentle paediatric care — Pooja's practice is built around trust, evidence, and truly listening to every client.

From the blog

Insights on oral health

Evidence-based articles on dental hygiene, periodontal health, and patient care — written from the clinic floor.

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June 2025 Periodontal Health
What Is Guided Biofilm Therapy — and Why It Changes Everything
EMS Airflow isn't just a hygiene upgrade. GBT represents a paradigm shift in how we think about biofilm management — from reactive to truly preventive.
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May 2025 Paediatric Dentistry
Helping Anxious Children at the Dentist: A Therapist's Approach
Children with dental anxiety don't need less attention — they need a different kind. Here's how I adapt my approach to make procedures possible and even positive.
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Apr 2025 Prevention
Gum Disease Stages: What Your Dentist Sees That You Don't
Most gum disease is painless until it's advanced. Understanding the four stages — and what happens at each — can help you act before it becomes irreversible.
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Ready to improve your oral health?

Whether you're due a hygiene appointment, concerned about your gums, or looking for gentle care for your child — I'd love to hear from you.

About me

A clinician who truly
listens

From a BDS in India to a GDC-registered Dental Therapist in London — my journey has been shaped by a commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care for every patient.

Pooja
My story

From India to London — a clinical journey

I qualified as a dentist (BDS) in India in 2020, completing my internship across Oral Surgery, Prosthodontics, Orthodontics, Periodontology, Paediatric Dentistry, and Community Oral Health. I received a Certificate of Appreciation in Periodontology — and that's where my passion really took root.

Relocating to London, I built my UK career from the ground up — starting as a Dental Nurse at Brighton Implant Clinic and The Practice at Mortlake, gaining invaluable chairside experience across implantology, endodontics, and advanced restorative work. I then qualified as a GDC-registered Dental Therapist, and have been working in full-scope NHS and private practice since October 2023.

In June 2026 I became certified in EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy — a milestone I'm proud of, and something I now integrate daily into my clinical care.

Career

Experience

October 2023 – Present
Dental Therapist
Woolwich Gentle Dental Care, London
Aug – Sep 2023
Locum Dental Hygienist
Various London practices
Jan 2022 – Sep 2023
Dental Nurse
The Practice at Mortlake, London
Jul 2021 – Jan 2022
Dental Nurse
Brighton Implant Clinic
Mar 2018 – Jun 2019
Rotatory Internship (BDS)
Institute of Dental Sciences, Jammu & Kashmir, India
Values

What drives my practice

Patient-first, always

I adjust my approach to the person in the chair — not the appointment slot. Nervous clients, children, and neurodiverse individuals deserve extra time and a gentler touch.

Evidence-based care

I stay current. My EMS GBT certification, ongoing CPD, and commitment to reading the literature mean my clients receive care grounded in the best available evidence.

Multicultural sensitivity

Having lived and worked across two countries, I understand how cultural context shapes attitudes toward dental care — and I adapt accordingly.

Services

Full-scope dental therapy
& hygiene care

As a GDC-registered Dental Therapist, I'm qualified to provide a broad range of clinical treatments — from advanced periodontal therapy to restorative work, all within my scope of practice.

Featured Service

EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy

I'm certified in EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy — one of the most advanced minimally invasive approaches to biofilm management in dentistry today. Using the Airflow and Perioflow Max system, treatment is significantly more comfortable and effective than traditional scaling.

GBT follows a structured 8-step protocol that systematically removes biofilm, staining, and calculus while minimising trauma to the enamel and soft tissue — making it ideal for routine hygiene, implant maintenance, and periodontal therapy alike.

EMS Airflow Max Perioflow Max Implant safe GBT Protocol

The 8-step GBT protocol

1 Assess — complete periodontal charting and risk assessment
2 Disclose — reveal biofilm with disclosing agent
3 Motivate — patient-specific oral hygiene education
4 Airflow — remove supragingival biofilm and staining
5 Perioflow — subgingival biofilm management
6 Piezon — remove residual calculus (if needed)
7 Check — re-evaluate and confirm biofilm removal
8 Recall — establish a personalised maintenance interval
Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy
Non-surgical care for gingivitis and periodontitis — including supra/sub-gingival scaling, root surface debridement, and ongoing supportive periodontal maintenance. Also provides hygiene maintenance support around implants.
GingivitisPeriodontitisImplant hygiene
Restorative Therapy (Full Scope)
Direct restorations (fillings), preformed metal crowns on primary teeth, pulp therapy, and extractions of primary teeth — managing clients end-to-end within GDC scope.
FillingsPrimary crownsPulp therapy
Paediatric & Neurodiverse Care
Specialist experience treating children and clients with autism spectrum disorders or other neurodiverse conditions, using adaptive, trust-building techniques.
ChildrenASDSEND
Dental Anxiety Management
Evidence-based techniques to support nervous and phobic clients — including motivational interviewing, calm communication, and a flexible, unhurried approach.
Needle phobiaChair anxietyMI
Preventive Care Programmes
Personalised plans including oral hygiene education, dietary advice, fluoride treatments, fissure sealants, and caries risk assessment — tailored to every patient.
OHEFluorideFissure sealants
Radiographs & Impressions
Taking and processing intra-oral and bitewing radiographs (IR(ME)R compliant), plus alginate impressions for study models and whitening trays.
Bitewing X-raysIntra-oralImpressions
Resources

Helpful resources

Trusted information on oral health, gum disease, children's dentistry, and more — curated to help you take care of your smile between appointments.

Guided Biofilm Therapy (EMS)

Learn about the evidence behind GBT and Airflow technology directly from EMS, the creators of the protocol.

Visit EMS →
NHS Oral Health Advice

Practical guidance from the NHS on brushing, flossing, diet, and visiting your dentist regularly.

Visit NHS →
Understanding Gum Disease

The British Society of Periodontology's plain-English guide to gingivitis, periodontitis, and what you can do about it.

Visit BSP →
Children's Dental Health

The Oral Health Foundation's resources for parents on caring for baby teeth, first visits, and building good habits early.

Visit OHF →
Dental Anxiety Support

Resources from the Dental Fear Central community for nervous clients — practical tips, coping strategies, and reassurance.

Visit DFC →
Articles

Patient information,
clear and evidence-based

Practical oral health information written for patients — covering common conditions, treatments, and what to expect at your appointments.

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Pooja
Pooja
GDC-Registered Dental Therapist & Hygienist · EMS GBT Certified · BDS · Fulham, London
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Location
Fulham, London, UK
GDC Registration
Registered Dental Therapist & Hygienist

Currently seeking

Hygienist roles (part-time priority), and open to dental therapist roles. NHS and private practices, London.

Hygienist roles Therapist roles NHS Private Part-time preferred

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