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Treehouse Dental
5 The Broadway
Crouch End
London
N8 8DS
The team at Treehouse Dental
Our team not only excels in providing top-notch dental care but also shares a deep commitment to sustainability, ensuring our practice respects both your health and the environment.
Priding ourselves on creating a safe and comforting atmosphere, we offer gentle, personalised treatments designed to meet your unique smile goals.
Dentist and Co-Principal
GDC number: 244732
Dr. Bilal Abbas, a distinguished dentist and one of the co-principals at our esteemed practice, is renowned for his exceptional patient care. His reputation for treating anxious and nervous patients precedes him, with patients willing to travel great distances to benefit from his expertise in preventive and restorative dentistry (the furthest patient travels from New Zealand).
Dr. Abbas's approach to examinations offer a soothing experience while imparting valuable information, fostering a warm and professional relationship with each individual.
In addition to his dedication to dentistry, Dr. Abbas finds solace in his never ending fitness pursuits at the gym and shares a loyal allegiance to Manchester United, despite the occasional heartbreak that comes with supporting the team.
While still harbouring hope of continuing to travel the globe which ended in 2008 .
Dentist & Co-Principal
GDC number: 191836
Laith, as one of the principal dentists at Treehouse Dental, is renowned for his empathetic care and personalised approach to dentistry. His passion lies in connecting with patients, especially those who may feel anxious about dental visits. Laith goes above and beyond to create a calming environment, utilizing state-of-the-art technology such as scanners to enhance patient comfort. His commitment to a person-first philosophy means he focuses on building trust, ensuring patients feel supported without judgment or embarrassment. Every treatment plan crafted by Laith is not only designed to be effective but also tailored to each patient's unique needs, aiming for long-lasting results and realistic outcomes.
Laith's dedication to restorative dentistry with an emphasis on prevention is his main focus of interest. His expertise in this area has garnered him referrals from both fellow dentists and satisfied patients who have experienced the exceptional care he provides. The positive feedback seen in the numerous glowing reviews on social media and Google is a testament to the personalised attention and high-quality treatment that Laith consistently delivers.
Out of the practice, Laith is a culinary enthusiast who enjoys exploring the world through food, a travel aficionado always seeking new adventures, and a dedicated supporter of his team, Arsenal. His passion for cooking, globe-trotting, and cheering on Arsenal makes for an exciting mix of social interests. And hey, we can't blame him for supporting Arsenal; everyone needs a little drama in their lives, right?
BDS, MSc MDPH, MFDS, MOrth, FDSRCS (Ortho), AFHEADSRCS (Orth), AFHEA
Specialist in Orthodontics
GDC number: 178515
Farooq works as a consultant orthodontist and specialist. Within his roles, Farooq has gained a variety of skills, knowledge, and experience. He is able to treat both simple straightening of teeth as well as complex bites, both to a very high standard.
He has worked in private practice since 2015, in a variety of practices across the country. He prides himself on effective communication, putting the patient at the center of their orthodontic journey.
Farooq enjoys being involved in teaching and learning. This has led him to occupy a number of roles in teaching. Currently, he is the lead trainer at Guy’s Hospital, where he trains future orthodontists in established and contemporary techniques.
He contributes to the wider orthodontic community through presentations and scientific publications. His recent outlet has been an orthodontic podcast, which aims to provide a summary of key information for orthodontists worldwide. Farooq is a committee member of the British Orthodontic Society’s Consultant Orthodontic Group (COG), where he works with colleagues on national matters.
BDS MSc MFDS FDS(RestDent)
Specialist in Restorative Dentistry
GDC number: 80581
Dr Simon Critchlow graduated from Newcastle University in 2002. After spending time in a general dental practice, he worked a junior hospital position in Liverpool and Manchester, including oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Simon enrolled on a two-year Master’s Degree programme in Restorative Dentistry, graduating in 2009 he then undertook an additional 5 years of full-time specialist training at the Royal London Dental Hospital.
In 2014 he was awarded the Fellowship in Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons, the highest dental qualification available in the UK. Since 2014 he’s been a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at Great Ormond Street Hospital, which provides complex dental treatment for children and teenagers with craniofacial and other disorders.
Simon’s areas of clinical interest are prosthodontics and dental implants.
BDS (Hons) MFDS (RCSEd) Adv. MClinDent (Endo) Dip PCD (RCSI) M. Endo (RCSEd)
GDC number: 229936
Sally is a highly skilled endodontist with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care and advancing the eld of dentistry. She graduated with honours from the University of Cork, Ireland, in 2012 and has since completed extensive postgraduate training in endodontics, conservative and adhesive dentistry, and corrective periodontal therapy.
Sally further honed her expertise by pursuing an Advanced MClinDent in Endodontology at the renowned Eastman Dental Hospital, where her research focused on dental traumatology graduating with first-class honours, She also holds Membership in Endodontics and MFDS from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh and is an active member of the British and European Endodontic Societies, as well as the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Her dedication to patient safety and education is evident in her contributions to trauma prevention guidance for the Irish Dental Association and her ongoing clinical research on dento-facial trauma at the Eastman Dental Hospital UCLH. She lectures on the Eastman Dental Institute’s Sports Dentistry MSc program and has been a postgraduate teaching faculty member since 2019. Her accolades include winning the 2022 British Endodontic Society Research Prize and being named a rising star in research by the European Endodontic Society, who invited her to present at their 2023 Biennial Scientific Meeting in Helsinki.
Sally’s advanced technical training enables her to manage complex cases with precision and care. From root resorption and intricate anatomical challenges to instrument separation and endodontic surgery, she takes on some of the most challenging referrals from dentists and self-referred patients. Sally’s gentle approach, coupled with her expertise, ensures that even the most complex cases are handled with skill and compassion
