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Meet Our Team

Friendly Dental Professionals.

Our experienced dentists in Greenwich and Battersea practices bring a wide range of skills to ensure that every patient receives top-quality care, whether you’re visiting for a routine check-up or a more advanced treatment. From the moment you walk through our doors, our team is dedicated to making you feel at home, offering the same attentive, five-star service they would expect for their own family.

So what are you waiting for? Come and see us today and allow us to turn your vision into reality!


Dr. Hartej Singh Matharu

Principal Dentist | BDS, PG Cert, PG DIP (Prosthodontics)
GDC NO. 259113

Greenwich | Battersea

Hartej, or “Tej”as he likes to be known, graduated from Barts and the London Hospital. In his view studying dentistry in a busy central London hospital has given him the opportunity of treating a diverse range of patients and the experience of treating a multitude of dental conditions.

Tej is focused on providing quality dental care to all of his patients and, as part of his commitment to continued self-improvement, has completed a Diploma course in Prosthodontics . He has developed an interest in Aesthetic Dentistry, having been fully trained in Invisalign invisible braces and facial aesthetics. He has also completed a course in the latest techniques for veneers.

He is an excellent team player and has intuitive communication skills which allow him to relate very well to his patients. Tej’s approachable manner helps to create a calm atmosphere where his patients feel comfortable and relaxed.

His interests outside Dentistry include DJing, playing percussion instruments and playing sports.

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Dr. Stefano Conti

Implantologist and Prosthodontist

Greenwich | Battersea

Dr Stefano Conti received his D.D.S. degree in 1989 at the University of Medicine and Surgery, School of Dentistry, Parma, Italy. He has spent the last 33 years innovating and pioneering implant protocols and techniques as well bespoke processes for the provision of the highest quality ceramic restorations including veneers and crowns.

Dr. Conti is a lecturer on the post-graduation course of Implantology at University of Parma, and speaker and lecturer of Implantology in many courses, congresses and conferences in Italy and abroad. He also lectures for world leading implant company Sweden & Martina as well as the Style Italiano group. He practices in Reggio Emilia, Parma and London focusing his work mainly on implanto-prosthetic rehabilitation.

Dr Conti is able to treat complex implant and prosthodontic cases using a range of techniques. Dr Conti provides the following treatments

– All on 4 full mouth rehabilitation with implants

-Complex anterior implants and implant retained bridges

-Tooth preparation utilising BOPT (biologically orientated preparation technique)

-Full mouth rehabilitation for tooth wear cases

-Prepless ceramic veneers

Dr. Jaesik Han

Specialist Orthodontist | BDS, MSc (DSCP), DClinDent (Orth), MOrth (RCS Eng)

GDC NO. 

Greenwich 

Jae qualified from Barts and the London Dental Institute in 2013. He gained orthodontic experience by working as a general dental practitioner with special interest in orthodontics at a private specialist practice in South Korea.

Following a year of Master in Science degree, he underwent specialty training and obtained my Doctorate in Orthodontics from Barts and the London and Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons, England..

Jae has special interests in temporary anchorage devices (TADs) and 3D imaging for customised orthodontic appliances.

Dr Tom Turner

Associate Dentist

Battersea

Tom is a dedicated dentist with a passion for delivering high quality restorative dentistry. With a passion for restoring both the function and aesthetics of patients’ smiles, Tom is committed to providing high-quality, individualized care. Currently, Tom is advancing his expertise training as a specialist in prosthodontics at King’s College London, where rigorous training allows for an in-depth understanding of complex restorative techniques and cutting-edge dental technologies. This puts him at the forefront of developments in dental care, ensuring that patients benefit from the most modern and effective treatments available. 
 
 
Tom values building strong, trusting relationships with patients, taking the time to understand their unique needs and goals for oral health.
 
Whether addressing restorative needs, improving oral function, or enhancing appearance, he looks forward to providing you compassionate care and results that make a lasting difference.

Dr Mohammed M. Dungarwalla

Specialist Oral Surgeon | BDS(hONS) LONDON MSC. MFDS RCSED. PGCERT(MEDED). PGCERT (CLINRES). MORALSURG. RCSED. FHEA

Greenwich | Battersea

Mohammed qualified with honours from King’s College London Dental Institute. Following a year of dental foundation training, Mohammed undertook hospital posts in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Sussex, Kent and London. In 2018, Mohammed was appointed as a Specialist Registrar and Academic Clinical Fellow in Oral Surgery at Barts Health NHS Trust and Queen Mary University of London.

Mohammed is heavily involved in teaching and training of dental undergraduates and postgraduates. His work has been published in several dental and surgical journals.

Dr Mohammed provides the following treatments,

– Removal of wisdom teeth

– Removal of buried/impacted teeth

– Surgery as part of orthodontic treatment

– Soft tissue surgery of the mouth

Dr Rana Wali 

Specialist oral surgeon | BDS (Hons) | MFDS | M Oral Surg (RCS Ed)

Battersea

Rana studied dentistry at Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, graduating with Honours in 2016. She received several awards including the prestigious George Hankey Oral Surgery Prize for ‘Outstanding Academic Achievement’.  

In 2020, Rana began her specialist training in Oral Surgery at Guy’s Hospital and King’s College Hospital. Throughout her training, she has completed several publications and presented internationally on a wide range of topics in the field of oral surgery. She is also an examiner for the overseas registration examination (ORE).
 

Treatments provided:

  • Surgical management of high-risk wisdom teeth
    Removal of impacted teeth
  • Pre-orthodontic surgery
  • Biopsies of soft tissue lesions
  • Management of cysts of the jaw

Dr Ankit Patel

Dentist| BDS

Greenwich

Ankit graduated from Barts and The London School of Dentistry in 2015, where he graduated with two academic awards during his training.

Following this, Ankit went on to work for community dental services where he gained vast experience treating those who are anxious as well focusing on paediatrics and additional needs patients.

 

Ankit’s passion lies in General Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry, he is extremely keen on broadening his knowledge and is currently completing a Post Graduate Diploma in Aesthetics and Restorative Dentistry.

Ankit is a well-rounded team player whose calm nature and bedside manner helps him in creating a relaxed environment for the patient and the team around him.

Outside of dentistry his passion lies in sports, actively playing football and in participating in long distance running and cycling.

Dr. Ioanna Anastasiadou

Specialist Periodontist | BDS(Lon) | MFDS RCS(Ed) | MClinDent(Lon) | MPerio RCS(Ed)

Greenwich | Battersea

Dr. Ioanna Anastasiadou graduated in dental surgery from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, in 2007. In October 2008 she moved to the UK working as a general dental surgeon.. In 2019 she was accepted in the 3-year Periodontology course in the world-renowned Queen Mary University of London and completed the speciality course training in Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) at the Royal London Hospital, including the implantology module.

Ioanna joined The Implant Experts in 2023 and is offering speciality treatment for referred periodontal cases privately. The range of treatment she provides is for non-surgical and surgical periodontal cases, bone and soft tissue regeneration, aesthetic cases, dental implants, and peri-implant condition.

She welcomes referrals for all aspects of periodontal case modalities, including: diagnosis and treatment of periodontitis and periodontitis associated with systemic conditions; presence of localised problems following non-surgical periodontal treatment, such as non-responsive periodontal defects, furcation involvement or endo-perio lesions, where access surgery, resective surgery, or regenerative procedures (membranes and/or bone grafts and/or enamel matrix proteins) may be indicated; presence of recession defects or mucogingival deformities which would benefit from periodontal plastic surgery procedures for soft tissue management, e.g. root coverage, increase of keratinised tissues; aesthetic crown lengthening; and surgical procedures for dental implants placement.

Areas of Expertise
  • The management of periodontal disease
  • Gingival recession
  • Crown lengthening, including the correction of ‘‘gummy smiles’’
  • Labial frenectomies
  • The assessment and management of peri implant disease.

Dr. Ushma Patel

Special Interest in Endodontics

Battersea 

Ushma qualified as a Dentist from King’s College London where she was awarded the Souyave senior class prize in Endodontics. She then completed dental core training positions in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative dentistry. In 2018, she was awarded Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties (MFDS) of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh. She has spent the last few years working in general dental practice where she has furthered her interest and passion in Endodontics (Root canal treatments). 

Ushma is currently undertaking a Speciality training programme in Endodontology at the Eastman Dental Institute and continues to work within practice alongside this. Outside of dentistry, Ushma loves to cook and is always experimenting with new recipes for her family and friends.

Dr Ushma provides the following treatments,

– Root canal and re root canal treatment

– Apicectomies

Raissa Caroci

Dentist

Greenwich 

Raissa qualified as a Dentist in 2018 from the renowned Universidade Estadual de São Paulo in Brazil.

With over a decade of experience in the dental field, she developed a strong technical foundation and a keen eye for detail.

Following her graduation, Raissa completed a postgraduate specialisation in endodontics (root canal treatment) in Brazil, as well in Public Health, while also cultivating a strong interest in restorative dentistry.

Since then, Raissa has been delivering high-quality care, continuously refining her clinical skills.

She is known for her gentle approach and valuing the opportunity to build trusting relationships with her patients and tailor treatments to their individual needs.

Dr. Nikki Choong, BDS

General Dentist

Greenwich 

Dr. Nikki Choong is a dedicated and caring dentist who believes in providing high-quality, patient-centered care for the whole family. With a background in Biomedical Materials Science from the University of Birmingham and a degree in Dentistry from UCLan, she combines scientific expertise with a warm, empathetic approach.

 

Dr. Nikki is passionate about creating a comfortable and stress-free experience for her patients, whether they’re young children, adults, or elderly individuals. She takes the time to listen, educate, and tailor treatments to each patient’s unique needs.

As a comprehensive Invisalign provider, she enjoys helping patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles while prioritising their overall well-being. 

 

Dr Nikki is currently completing a level 7 post graduate diploma in early intervention orthodontics as she believes in treating patients early to prevent more complex issues from developing. Her special interests lie in airway dentistry, early interceptive orthodontics, and dental sleep medicine, focusing on holistic treatments that go beyond just teeth—helping to improve breathing, sleep, and long-term health.

 

With her gentle and understanding nature, Dr. Nikki ensures that every visit feels calm, informative, and empowering. Whether you’re looking for routine care, orthodontic solutions, or a dentist who truly cares, Dr. Nikki is here to help you smile with confidence.

Dr Resham Singh Matharu

Sedationist | MBBS BSC

Greenwich | Battersea

Resham graduated from University College London Medical School in 2016. He has since worked in a number of different hospitals in various specialities including Intensive care as a Junior Doctor. 

He began speciality training in Anaesthetics at a busy London hospital in August 2019 and completed 16 months of full time training gaining exposure in general anaesthesia and sedation. As of January 2021, Resham continues to work as a Trust Junior Doctor in Anaesthetics 1-2 days a week and also teaches Medical students at Barts and the London Medical School as a Lecturer in Clinical and Communication skills.

Resham has completed further training in offering sedation in the Dental workplace and is now accredited with SAAD. Coupled with his background in Anaesthetics training and a calming light-hearted personality, Resham is ideally suited to managing patient’s sedation needs and creating a relaxed environment.

Dr Kate Bennett-Brown

 Facial Aesthetics | MBChB BMedSc Hons MRCS

Greenwich | Battersea

Dr. Kate Bennett-Brown is a medical doctor and aesthetic specialist who graduated top of her cohort from the University of Sheffield with a Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery Degree. Prior to this, she excelled at the University of Birmingham, earning an Honours Degree in Biomedical Science. Her journey in the medical field has taken her through various specialties in London hospitals, where she embraced a competitive surgical training program, including specialist training in Plastic Surgery.

A proud member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, Dr. Kate obtained the postgraduate diploma MRCS after passing the specialist surgical examinations. Fully registered with the General Medical Council, she is also an active member of CMAC (Complications in Medical Aesthetics), demonstrating her commitment to enhancing patient safety and clinical outcomes in medical aesthetics.

As the founder of her own aesthetic clinic in Battersea & Fulham London, Dr. Kate brings her wealth of experience and medical expertise to her practice, offering aesthetic and skincare treatments. She combines her surgical experience with a holistic perspective and emphasises a guiding philosophy that encourages her patients to look and, more importantly, feel authentically themselves at their best. With her ongoing work in A&E, Dr. Kate ensures her skills are current with emergency procedures and diseases including within dermatology. Her intention is to be not just a doctor but a partner in her patients individual aesthetic journeys, celebrating the uniqueness of each patient. She is devoted to only providing treatments with robust medical evidence with a focus on safety, education, and overall health.

Outside of her medical practice, she enjoys running and is a qualified yoga teacher

Agata Polak- Kwoka

Dental Hygienist.

Battersea

Agata began her journey in dental care by qualifying as a Dental Hygienist in Poland in 2013. She secured her GDC registration in 2015 and has since advanced her expertise with a BDA Certificate in Dental Radiography and a NEBDN Certificate in Implant Nursing.

In addition to her dental qualifications, Agata holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration, which she earned in 2009.

A dedicated professional, Agata is passionate about promoting dental health and is committed to delivering the best possible care to her patients. She takes particular pride in helping patients manage periodontal diseases, providing education and encouragement to guide them toward improved and sustained oral health.

Agata has completed many courses which include Prevention and Treatment of Peri-Implant Diseases, Masterclass in Periodontal Disease, The Hygienist Course, Local Anaesthetic, Pharmacology for the Dental Team, Interpreting Radiographs for DHT, Supply and administration of medicines by Dental Hygienist under exemptions & refresh your knowledge on these medicines, Tooth whitening and dental bleaching, The Perio & Implant Masterclass, Orthodontic assessment for dental hygienists and therapist and much more, to ensure her patients are getting the best care.

Agata is an active member of BSDHT and GDC, ensuring she remains up-to-date with the latest advancements in oral hygiene. This commitment to ongoing education enables her to provide her patients with the highest standard of care.

Warren Candler

Hygienist

Greenwich

Warren qualified as a Dental Hygienist from the University of Essex. He has a particular interest in periodontal health, preventive dentistry and helping patients maintain a healthy smile for the long term. He enjoys providing thorough, personalised care and believes that good oral health starts with helping patients understand their own mouths and feel confident looking after them at home.

Warren is particularly passionate about the prevention and management of gum disease. He takes a detailed and individual approach to each patient, combining periodontal treatment, preventive care and tailored oral hygiene advice to help patients achieve and maintain healthier gums.

Warren has a calm, friendly and approachable manner and aims to create a relaxed environment where patients feel comfortable asking questions and discussing any concerns they may have. He particularly enjoys building long-term relationships with patients and seeing the improvements that can be achieved through consistent professional care and good home routines.

Outside of dentistry, Warren enjoys spending time with his wife and is a keen Arsenal and Formula 1 fan. He also has a strong interest in history and enjoys researching family ancestry.

Silvia Chacon

Hygienist

Greenwich | Battersea

Silvia is a qualified dentist from Venezuela who now works as a dental hygienist in the UK. She brings with her a wealth of clinical experience and a holistic approach to dental care.

 

 

Silvia understands that visiting the hygienist can feel daunting, especially for those who are nervous, and she prides herself on providing gentle, pain-free treatment.

 

She is passionate about helping patients achieve and maintain excellent oral health. Silvia believes that good oral care is a team effort and loves educating and empowering her patients with the knowledge and skills they need to take charge of their oral hygiene. With her empathetic nature and commitment to patient comfort, she ensures that every visit is a positive and reassuring experience.

Outside of work, Silvia enjoys spending time with her family, watching K-dramas, and indulging in her favourite food— Chicken wings!

Silvia Pompeo

Practice Manager

Greenwich | Battersea

With a strong background in healthcare management, Silvia brings dedication, efficiency, and a people-first approach to her role as Practice Manager. She oversees the day-to-day running of both practices with a calm, solution-focused mindset and a genuine passion for creating a positive environment for patients and staff alike.
 
Silvia is committed to ensuring that every patient experience is smooth, supportive, and stress-free—from the first phone call to the follow-up appointment. Her leadership is grounded in empathy, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the importance of excellent care.
 
Outside of work, Silvia enjoys spending quality time with her two teenagers (when they’re in the mood!). When they’re off doing their own thing, she can always count on her loyal furry friend to keep her company.

Sunita Rai

Head Nurse

Greenwich

Sunita is a very hardworking and passionate Nurse. With more than three years’ experience within the dental sector, her knowledge and expertise here is very appreciated. She is a diverse multi tasker, and organized is her middle name.

We are very honored to have Sunita with us. Her bubbliness and charm lights up the room. This shows with her dedication to patient care and general customer service. She is a team player, always happy to help and goes above and beyond to achieve this. 

Sunita has a special interest in orthodontics, and would love to expand her knowledge even further in this field even further by completing her orthodontic nursing qualification. 

She is a very family orientated person and in her spare time enjoys exploring to find all the best restaurants London has to offer. 

Sunita Rai- ‘One of the best things about being a dental nurse at The Cosmetic Dental Gallery is waking up in the morning and being happy to go to work’.