MEET THE TEAM

Dr Nik graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2010. Since then he has undertaken training in short term orthodontics. He is qualified in providing patients with aesthetic, tooth coloured, fixed or removable braces using the QST system.

Dr Nik completed a one year course in Advanced Operative Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry with the Aspire Dental Academy in 2016.

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Most recently, he enrolled on the SmileFast course. The techniques he learnt on this course allow him to offer his patients a means of improving the appearance of their front teeth in a predictable & minimally invasive manner. Dr Nik has been treating patients in general dental practice for over a decade. His experience has equipped him with the skills to provide quality dental care for patients of all ages and needs in a relaxed and friendly environment.

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Away from the practice, Dr Nik is kept busy helping his wife look after their two young children. He is a keen golfer & has a passion for both football & cricket. Other than sport, he loves to travel & sample cuisines from around the world.

Dr Meera is a general dentist at Chigwell Smile. She qualified from Manchester University in 2013 and has since undertaken further studies mainly in cosmetic dentistry. This has led her to become an experienced Invisalign provider and she also provides tooth whitening and simple composite bonding treatment.

Furthermore, she has a keen interest in treating nervous children and adults. She always endeavours to adopt a gentle friendly approach to make her patients feel as relaxed as possible.

 

Outside of Chigwell Smile, Meera enjoys travelling with her husband and keeps fit by running around after her two young children!

 

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Dr Goldman graduated in 1979 from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Since coming to London in 1981, he has worked in general dental practice. His post graduate courses include two years under Dr Mike Wise in Restorative Dentistry, one year under Dr Harris Sidelsky in Restorative Dentistry and a one year course in Implant Dentistry under Dr Eddie Scher.

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Alan has a particular interest in aesthetic, restorative, preventive and family dentistry. 

He is a member of British Dental Association and Alpha Omega.




 

 

 

 

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Alishba has qualified from The University of Sheffield and has been in the field of dentistry for over 5 years, previously working as a Dental Nurse. Having ample experience, she tailors advice for all patient’s oral hygiene needs and has a passion for making patients feel comfortable and confident.

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In her spare time, Alishba enjoys travelling and spending time with family and friends.

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Mimi first began her journey at Chigwell Smile back in 2018 as a dental nurse. Over time she developed the skills and knowledge to lead and manage the practice propelling her into her current role of Practice Manager. Mimi is now responsible for the day-to-day running of the practice & helping to ensure that the practice is compliant in all regulatory areas.

 

Mimi has just completed a first-class degree with honours in Business and Healthcare Management. Away from work, Mimi enjoys travelling with her family and reading books.

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Gosia qualified as dental nurse in 2012. Her main priority is to provide the best care to our patients, and she is extremely competent in assisting all aspects of dentistry. Previously to joining Chigwell Smile, Gosia worked for many years as an agency nurse and therefore as ample experience in working in different environments and assisting in the care of different types of patients.

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In her spare time, Gosia loves going for long walks and travelling the world with her husband.

Miranda has been a dedicated member of the Chigwell Smile team for many years. She is friendly, enthusiastic, personable, and strives to do her very best in all situations. She is well-known by our patients as she greets everyone that walks through the door with a warm & welcoming smile.

 

She is kept very busy outside of work being a wonderful mother to her twins.

Dr Tejal Patel graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Liverpool in 2008. After initially working in general dentistry, she soon discovered a passion for oral surgery. Since then, she has focused her career on providing oral surgery treatments both privately and within the NHS.

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Dr Tejal is particularly known for her gentle approach and her ability to manage and treat highly anxious patients with compassion and care.

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In addition to her clinical work, Dr Tejal teaches at London Northwest University Hospitals NHS Trust, where she mentors trainee doctors in oral surgery and supports the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) team in managing complex cases.

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Outside of her professional commitments, she enjoys spending quality time with her young family, travelling, and nurturing her mental wellbeing through spirituality and meditation.