Dentistry For the family

Saadia stumbled into dentistry in 2012 as a trainee dental nurse. She treasured learning and honing the intricate dexterous agility required for the profession and working in a close contact setting with patients. She believes the role of a dental nurse offered the most immediate sense of satisfaction, since patients’ wellbeing can be dramatically enriched through the smallest of actions. She went on to complete the course early with the wonderful support of all the staff and pursued a degree at Coventry University.  Following her graduation, she re-joined the team as a patient coordinator. During this time she became a certified Radiographer, and she also completed her Fluoride Varnish course.

Her zeal for learning led her to carry out duties for management and eventually to becoming a Practice Manager in 2017 overlooking day to day activity and optimising work flow. She has also recently completed her Masters in Musculoskeletal Health Science. She has thrived at Smile due to their innovative nature and forward thinking and has gained a wealth of knowledge from the multiplicity of job roles the practice has offered her.She finds it a privilege to be part of their growth and has immensely enjoyed working with such a dynamic team.For Saadia, Smile represents a group of individuals ardent about making a positive change in life of every patient they come in contact with and their ability to place patients best interest first, is unprecedented.

Saadia is an avid reader. She also enjoys running and has recently participated in her first half marathon.

Sumaiya joined the team at Smile Dental Practitioners in 2005 as a trainee dental nurse. She completed her Dental Nursing qualification in 2008 and has successfully completed a BDA certified Radiography and Radiology course. Sumaiya’s drive to learn and constant encouragement for others to learn are shown in the quality of her work. She is now a senior clinical compliance lead who trains new nurses and supports foundation dentists. She is also a practice manager assisting in supervising the running of the practice, marketing and budgeting. She has a very positive outlook and life and is a calming presence in the practice. Sumaiya has enjoyed and flourished working with a versatile group of individuals.

Outside of work, she adores spending time with her two kids and has a passion for cooking and music.

Chetan qualified in 2014 from Cardiff University Dental School. He went on to complete his foundation training in Leicester before moving across to Smile Dental Practitioners in 2015. He has an ethos of caring for his patients in a gentle and friendly manner, whilst instilling confidence and providing all round holistic care. He enjoys updating and continuing his dental education at all times with a special interest in improving patient smiles via up to date cosmetic dental techniques and moving teeth with invisible braces.

Outside of dentistry he leads a busy family life along with enjoying sports, socialising with friends and has a passion to start travelling and exploring different parts of the world.

Harpreet qualified from the University of Birmingham in 2008. Having a keen interest in head and neck surgery she completed a one-year training post as a senior house officer in oral & maxillofacial surgery at the Queens Medical Centre in Nottingham. In 2012 she completed her Membership of The Faculty of Dental Surgeons (MFDS) at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and is an active member. Harpreet provides a full range of dental treatment however has a specialist interest in the field of oral surgery. In addition to working at the practice she works two days a week as a speciality doctor in oral & maxillofacial surgery in Nottingham carrying out a range of procedures on patients who have complex medical histories as well as those suffering from head and neck cancer or trauma. Harpreet has a passion for education and is currently in her final year of completing a master’s degree in medical education at the University of Nottingham. Recently, she has also been appointed an educational supervisor in the East Midlands and is responsible for guiding and supporting foundation dentists who are in the early stages of their professional careers.

In her spare time Harpreet enjoys fitness events including climbing mountains, reading history and non-fiction, eating as much as possible (when possible), as well as building adult lego sets as a means of switching off.

Zarah qualified from the University of Birmingham with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) in 2005 and has also completed the Membership Faculty of General Dental Practitioners (MFGDP) in 2017.

Zarah enjoys all aspects of dentistry especially restorative dentistry and this has led her to complete a Diploma in Restorative Dentistry at the Eastman Dental Institute. She is interested in cosmetic orthodontics and is a Quick Straight Teeth and an Invisalign provider. Outside of work Zarah enjoys baking cakes, keeping active and travelling.

Aliraza qualified from the University of Dundee in 2019. He is originally from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. After graduating, Aliraza did his foundation training in Leicester and joined the Smile team in January 2021. He takes a caring approach to his patients and spends time understanding their needs and wants. He is developing a keen interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Outside of dentistry, Aliraza is married and lives with his wife in Leicester. He enjoys football and has completed courses on football refereeing and FA Coaching. He also likes to travel and learn new languages. He speaks English, Kiswahili, Katchi, Gujurati and understands Hindi.

Lesley has worked at Smile Dental Practitioners since its inauguration. She has seen Smile flourish with time and has been a wonderful support to her colleagues. Lesley loves meeting and building a relationship with a diverse range of individuals. In her spare time; she likes to play pétanque and bowls. Lesley is also a fan of exotic holidays and has never happier on the beach with my Kindle in one hand and a cocktail in the other.

Rosie is our latest member of the reception team.

Sima’s career in dentistry started when she left college. She joined Smile Dental Practitioners in 2001. Since then she has undertaken various roles from receptionist, to being a dental nurse and progressing to a Head Dental Nurse. She has a keen interest in nursing as she really enjoys the practical elements that come with being a dental nurse.  She also enjoys talking with patients and putting their mind at ease when they are visiting to give them the best care possible and make their visit as enjoyable as possible! She has done several courses such as the Fluoride course and impression taking. She is currently studying for the BDA Certified Radiology course.

Her role as a dental nurse and her vivacious personality further supplemented her career in her your job role as a patient coordinator, where she assists in the patient journey providing information and answering queries regarding the bespoke treatment available at Smile.

Her interest outside of work are socialising with friends and family. She also likes to keep fit by exercising regularly.

Having been a dental nurse for 17 years, Hiral has brought with her a wealth of experience when she joined the practice in 2009. She has seen the practice grow and develop in many different areas mostly in building patient relationships. She has been successful in her profession over these years truly because of her nature and total commitment to dentistry. It gives her great pleasure to put a smile on patient’s faces with respect and dignity.

In her spare time, Hiral enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She also has a keen interest in cooking and listening to music.

Yumnah started working at Smile as an apprentice dental nurse in 2013. She is now a qualified dental nurse and also a lead decontamination nurse, She also helps train trainee nurses and provides support for foundation dentists. She enjoys being a part of smile as there’s a lovely atmosphere and everyone’s always smiling. Her special interests vary she would like to carry out a range of courses from radiography and fluoride application course to dental practice management and leadership.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with friends and family doing activities

Husain joined the team at Smile Dental Practitioners after 3 years at Gateway college studying public services and law. He plans on completing his dental nursing apprenticeship and hopes to move on and study dental hygiene and therapy. His interests in dentistry include assisting in treatments and meeting different people every day.

He has had work experience as a pharmacist assistant and charity worker. He has also completed a sports leadership course during his time at Moat. Outside of work, he enjoys watching documentaries about history and participates in a wide variety of sports.

I previously studied Heath and social care at Leicester college and Am planing to complete my dental nursing apprenticeship and become a qualified nurse with smile dental care and hope to develop my knowledge of dentistry further.

In my spare time I like spending quality time with my family and friends, listen to music, taking long adventures walks and in the future I hope to travel and explore the world.