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About Us    Staff Profiles    Facilities    Technology    Your First Consultation Total Patient Care    Contact Us    Map & Directions  Staff Profiles The two Principals, Dr A U Sheikh and Dr B K Vekaria, established the centre in 1983 and are still practising here. Their aim has always been to provide high quality dentistry for the patients in a caring and professional way with emphasis on lifestyle dentistry that enhances your smile, confidence and general well-being. They have continuously been involved in post graduation education and have been trained in America by some of the leading authorities namely, Dr Hilt Tatum (world renowned Implantologist) and Dr Larry Rosenthal (Cosmetic /Aesthetic Dentist). Dr Balwant Vekaria ~ Qualified Implant Dentist & Smile Maker Dr Vekaria is the co-founder of The London Dental Studio. He has twenty five years international general dental expertise. He has trained and worked alongside the world’s leading Cosmetic and Dental Surgeons including, Dr Hilt Tatum (Pioneer in Implantology) and Dr Larry Rosenthal (Cosmetic Dentist to the Stars, New York). Dr Vekaria placed his first Dental Implant in 1988. Since then he has developed competent skills in both simple and advanced (complex), Implantology techniques such as Sinus Grafting, Sinus Lift, Bone Grafting and Bone Expansion. He is experienced with some of the most recognized Dental Implant systems, including: Bicon, Tatum, Astra, Osteoti, Osteocare, Mini Implant (MDI) and Intoss. More About Dr Vekaria - Graduate of Maxillofacial and Dental Implant Department  at Lille Medical University, France. - Fellow of the international College of Oral Implantologists,  USA. - One of only three dentists in the UK to hold a Postgraduate  Diploma in Implant Dentistry obtained at Lille University,  France. (At time of writing - 09 Sept 05). - He is an international course presenter and lecturer on the  subject of: The Art & Science of Implantology & Aesthetic  Smile Makeovers. - He is the only dentist in world to have over two thousand  hours personal tuition over a ten year period by Dr Hilt  Tatum. - Founder of the first Implant Training Course in the UK with  Dr Hilt Tatum. - Placed his first Dental Implant in 1988. - Has placed over 2000 Dental Implants. - Has taken referrals from over 100 Dental Surgeons  since 1991 for routine surgical extractions under sedation. - Has over 25 years Dental Practice experience in all aspects  of dentistry, including Dental Implants, Cosmetic  Makeovers, Sedation and General Dental Treatment. - Has extensive experience in Bone Grafting, Sinus Grafting  and Bone Expansion surgical procedures - He has been invited to pursue a Post Doctoral Diploma in  Advanced Implant and Facial Reconstructive Surgery.   Partners and Principal Surgeons Dr Azhar U Sheikh (Principal Dental Surgeon) Dr Balwant K Vekaria (Principal Dental Surgeon) Surgeons and Specialists Dr Howard Leigh (Dental Surgeon) Dr Susmita Patel (Dental Surgeon) Dr Kirit Parekh (Dental Surgeon) Dr Jude Ferreira (Endodontist-Root Canal Specialist) Dr Asim Ayub (Endodontist-Root Canal Specialist) Dr Ashwin Sharma (Orthodontist-Teeth Alignment) Dr Hani Dalati (Orthodontist-Teeth Alignment) Dr Joseph Sherlock (Orthodontist-Teeth Alignment) Dr Manish Bose Periodontist (Gum Disease Specialist) Hygienists Ms Annette Aherne (Oral Hygienist)  Mrs Marylou Suratos (Oral Hygienist / Therapist) Managers and Treatment Co-ordinators Mrs Shazia Hamid (Studio and Patient Liaison Manager) Mrs Michelle J Taylor (Studio Manager) Consultants and Advisors Dr Hilt Tatum (Implant Consultant & Lecturer) Dr Stuart Orton-Jones (Dental Surgeon /Academic Advisor) Mr K Hussain (Consultant Oral & Maxillo Facial Surgeon) Mr Mohamed Latif (Consultant Ear, Nose & Throat Surgeon) The London Dental Studio Professional Memberships & Affiliations (including Website Links) > British Dental Association http://www.bda.uk.com > Royal College of Surgeons http://www.rcseng.ac.uk > Association of Dental Implantology   http://www.adi.org.uk > American Association of Implant Dentistry   http://www.aaid-implant.cnchost.com > Fellow Member of International College of   Oral Implantologists, USA http://www.icoi.org > Lille University http://ustl1.univ-lille1.fr/projetUstl > Bupa http://www.bupa.co.uk/business/asp/dental Other Useful Websites > British Dental Health Foundation   http://www.dentalhealth.org.uk   Dr Azhar Sheikh ~ Qualified Implant Dentist & Smile Maker Dr Sheikh is the co-founder of The London Dental Studio. He has twenty five years general dental practice expertise and over the last decade has focussed his interests and practice on Implant and cosmetic treatments.. He has trained and worked alongside the world’s leading Cosmetic and Dental Surgeons including, Dr Hilt Tatum (Pioneer in Implantology) and Dr Larry Rosenthal (Cosmetic Dentist to the Stars, New York). Dr Sheikh has been placing and restoring his own implants for over 15 years. He has experience in simple and advanced (complex), Implantology techniques such as Sinus Grafting, Sinus Lift, Bone Grafting and Bone Expansion. He is experienced with multiple implant systems. including: Bicon, Tatum, Astra, Osteoti, Osteocare, Mini Implant (MDI) and Intoss. More About Dr Sheikh - Co-founder of The London Dental Studio - Has completed The Royal college of Surgeons Implant   Diploma Course - Has completed the Tatum Institute Implant Year Course. - Is heavily involved in continuing postgraduate education - Lectures and gives presentations at the London Dental  Studio. - He is one of the few dentists in world to have a huge amount  of personal tuition over a ten year period by Dr Hilt Tatum the  world renowned implant surgeon.. - Has placed hundreds of Dental Implants. - Has over 25 years Dental Practice experience in all aspects  of dentistry, including Dental Implants, Cosmetic Makeovers,  Sedation and General Dental Treatment. - Has extensive experience in Bone Grafting, Sinus Grafting  and Bone Expansion surgical procedures - Lectures at The London Dental Studio on Implantology and to  other dental organizations nationwide. - Has featured on radio interviews with the BBC and  UK Health Matters - Has featured articles in The Sunday Times and BriteSmile  UK Ltd (Professional Teeth Whitening System).   Dr Hilt Tatum DDS The London Dental Studio is delighted to announce an ongoing series of implant master classes with Dr Hilt Tatum. Dr Tatum is an acknowledged pioneer and world expert in the field of dental Implantology with over 40 years experience. His surgical skill and innovative mind are legendary and he is one of the great teachers in the implant field that the world has ever seen. Dr Tatum is the inventor of the sinus graft procedure and the unique “D fin“ type implants. He is responsible for major advances in techniques such as Ramus Frame therapy, bone manipulation, progressive loading and flapless implant surgery. London Dental Studio is proud to be able to host an ongoing master class series featuring Dr Tatum. Here is an opportunity for colleagues of all ranges of experience to share the man’s great knowledge, experience and wisdom in the implant field. The format for the live implant surgeries (with Dr Hilt Tatum & assisted by faculty) is flexible. Teaching and discussion of the case(s) and related topics will be during live surgeries and/or in the lecture theatre. Surgeons may bring records of their own cases for advice and discussion.

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