Meet the Team
All our dentists adhere to the strict guidelines governing the profession under strict guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC) "Stands for Dental Professionals".
Milan Shah
Principal Dentist, Treatment Coordinator & Clinical Manager
BDS (Lond)
Qualified in 1991 from Guy’s, King’s & St Thomas’ United Medical and Dental Schools (UMDS), Milan has been in general practice for over 30 years, gaining vast knowledge of all dental treatments and practice management. His main role now is patient liaison and overseeing the smooth running of the practice.
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Vikas Prinja
Dentist
BDS (Lond), MFDS RCSEd
Vikas graduated from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry. He subsequently worked in general dental practice before training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
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He later trained at the Eastman Dental Hospital in Restorative Dentistry, where he developed a keen interest in cosmetic dentistry, implant dentistry and oral surgery.
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Pretam Gharat
Dentist
BDS MSc DDPH (RCS Eng) MJDF (RCS Eng) FRSPH FICOI (USA) Dip Imp Dent (RCS Ed) FCGDent
GDC : 190755
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Trained in Smile Design, Full-Mouth Oral Rehabilitation and Occlusion.
Certified in Dental Implants, Nobel Biocare All-on-4 Implants and Advanced Implant Dentistry.
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Pretam Gharat is a caring and highly trained cosmetic and implant dentist with 15 years of experience. He has provided his patients with life-changing smile design, full-mouth oral rehabilitation and occlusion treatments.
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He is certified in dental implants and All-on-4 implants, Advanced Fastbraces®, Invisalign®, Cfast, Inman Aligners, clear aligners and Cerinate Lumineers®. He also holds advanced certification in dermal fillers and has experience in implant-supported dentures, complex restorative dentistry, bone and soft-tissue reconstruction and grafting, periodontal plastic surgery and botulinum toxin treatments in facial aesthetics.
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Shital Patel
Dentist
BDS Lond 1991, FDS RCS Eng 1995, MSc
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Shital qualified from King’s College London in 1991 and completed the FDS RCS (Eng) in 1995. In 2014, she was awarded an MSc in aesthetic dentistry, with merit, from King’s College London.
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After qualifying, Shital worked as a Senior House Officer in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and in the community dental service.
Payal Shah
Dentist
BDS (Hons), PGCert Medical Education
GDC: 114250
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Payal graduated from Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ Dental Hospital in 2007.
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​Following this, she undertook Senior House Officer roles in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry.
Reza Izadi
Specialist Endodontist
BDS MJDF MSc (Cons) MClinDent (Endo) MEndo RCS (Ed)
GDC: 113792
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Reza graduated from King’s College London in 2007 and worked in London as a general dentist. As part of his continuing professional development, he attained his Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties in 2013.
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​To refine his clinical knowledge and skill set, he then completed a master’s degree programme in Conservative Dentistry at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute at UCL.
Menuka Maharjan
Dental Hygienist
GDC: 223900
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I qualified from the University of Essex, Colchester. I first began my dental career 16 years ago as a dental hygienist in Nepal. In 2012, I completed my dental nurse qualification, awarded by NEBDN, and gained a wealth of experience over 10 years. In 2020, I qualified as a dental hygienist in the United Kingdom.
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I am now a UK GDC registered dental hygienist and a member of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy. I undertake non-surgical periodontal treatment using local anaesthetic, where required, and apply fissure sealants to children’s teeth.
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I enjoy motivating my patients to prevent dental disease and educating them about better oral health. In my spare time, I enjoy gardening, travelling and spending time with my family and friends.
Pablika Shrestha
Hygienist /Therapist
Pablika Shrestha is a dedicated and skilled dental hygienist and therapist who brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our team. Having graduated from the University of the Highlands and Islands in Scotland in 2021, Pablika is a committed advocate for maintaining optimal oral hygiene.
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With a genuine enthusiasm for educating patients on the importance of oral health, Pablika uses her expertise to provide personalised care and preventive strategies. Her commitment to fostering healthy smiles makes her an invaluable asset to our practice, ensuring that every patient receives top-quality care and guidance.
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Beyond the dental profession, Pablika is not only passionate about maintaining oral hygiene but also embraces an active lifestyle and has a love of dancing. With a commitment to promoting overall wellbeing, Pablika seamlessly integrates her enthusiasm for oral health and fitness, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care.
Gaurang Chalaliya
Dental Assistant
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Gaurang is a hardworking and dedicated dental assistant, known for his strong clinical skills and unwavering commitment to patient care. His efficiency in the clinic ensures that procedures run smoothly, while his attention to detail supports the dental team in delivering top-quality care. Gaurang's work ethic and positive attitude make him a key member of our practice, always ready to go the extra mile to ensure the best outcomes for our patients.
Ayona Thomas
Dental Nurse/ Reception
Ayona is a dedicated and compassionate dental nurse with a warm approach to patient care. With her attention to detail and strong organizational skills, she ensures that every procedure runs smoothly and efficiently. Ayona takes pride in creating a comfortable atmosphere for patients, easing any concerns they may have. Her passion for dentistry and commitment to continuous learning make her an invaluable member of our team, always striving to provide the best care possible.
Jasme Shah
Business Manager
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After completing a Masters degree in Computing Jasme worked in the banking industry as a Business Consultant. Later after having children, she set up Apple Dental Studios from what used to be a hairdresser and now deals with Marketing, Advertising, HR, Financial planning and all the Compliance for the practice. She was shortlisted as Outstanding Individual in the Private Dentistry Awards for her role at Apple Dental Studios. All the patients love the vibrant colour scheme and service provided by the team. The team are all very close and enjoy being part of the community.
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