About Us

Stephan qualified at the University of Pretoria in 1989. He enlisted in the South African Airforce and worked as a dental officer in several airforce bases around South Africa.

He then worked as a lecturer at the Medical University of South Africa (MEDUNSA) in Restorative Dentistry and also in private practice until he started as an NHS associate in the UK, including Uxbridge and High Wycombe. In 2000 he set up Islington Green Dental Practice (IGDP) and has since been the principal dentist at this private practice.

Stephan developed a special interest in orthodontics and has since made a name for himself in the FASTBRACES® community. He presented seminars all over the world about FASTBRACES®, including the UK, Republic of Ireland, Europe, Scandinavia, Canada, the USA and South Africa.  Stephan continues to provide clinical support to all Fastbraces® providers across the world. He is a senior master provider of Fastbraces®.

Speaks: Afrikaans and English

PRACTICE LIMITED TO ENDODONTICS

B Dent Sc DUBLIN, PG Cert Implants – 1999  |  GDC: 76283

With roots in Spain & London, Chris qualified in Spain’s Complutense University (Madrid) before moving back to the UK. Since then he has worked in practice in Norfolk & London, developing a passion for restorative dentistry.

Chris firmly believes dentistry should be done in the most minimally invasive, highly aesthetic way. This passion has led him to invest heavily in postgraduate education with some of the world’s best, keeping up to date with new treatments to offer the highest quality, evidence-based care for his patients.

His main areas of interest are smile design through composite or minimally invasive ceramic restorations and Invisalign.

A creative at heart, outside of the dental studio Chris loves to produce music & spins some tunes on the decks. Feel free to request your favourite track when you visit.

Chris speaks English, Spanish & Italian.

DENTAL HYGIENIST

PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL COLLEGE – Poland |  GDC: 152394

Zankruti graduated in 2004 and has practiced general dentistry since, including an 8 year stint in Singapore. Having pursued regular further training is proficient in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, including smile makeovers, aligner systems, dental implants and is always looking to evolve her treatment options as dental science does. Currently has an interest in Sleep Dentistry.

Zankruti is committed to providing high-quality patient care and will empower you in your oral healthcare journey, she is empathetic but honest and will prioritize your comfort and well-being to create a stress-free environment.

Zankruti completed her MBA while in Singapore where she worked as a domain expert consultant for a dental startup. She geeks on tech innovations in healthcare, looking toward an era of easier healthcare access for all. Zankruti completed her 200 hour yoga training and practices regularly when not at the cinema.

Rory brings a personal touch to dentistry. He believes in looking after people as well as their teeth. His approach combines a meticulous attention to detail with a light-hearted, warm personality. He listens to his patients and enjoys answering their questions, believing that the best dentistry is possible when patients are engaged in and understand their oral health. He has fully embraced modern techniques to deliver longer-lasting, better-looking dental work and continues to invest in extensive post-graduate training, always seeking to learn more.

Rory graduated with honours from Trinity College Dublin in 2015. Since then, he has worked in private practice and the Dublin Dental University Hospital, furthering his expertise in all aspects of general dentistry, as well as teaching undergraduate dental students. He has a keen interest in education and lectures on topics related to oral health psychology, highlighting the importance of patient-centred care, patient relationships, and clinician wellbeing. Recently, he also contributed a chapter to an academic text on emotional intelligence in dentistry.

Outside of dentistry, Rory is a sports fanatic. He spent several years competing for Ireland in whitewater kayaking and is an avid climber and snowboarder. He also enjoys playing music, with fond memories as a student busking in iconic Dublin locations.

Dr. Leigh Ann Elias is a highly accomplished dentist and oral surgeon with extensive expertise in orofacial pain and related conditions. She serves as a Senior Clinical Teacher in Oral Surgery at King’s College London, where she combines her passion for teaching with her specialization in managing complex cases such as trigeminal neuralgia, temporomandibular disorders (TMD), neuropathic pain, and dental nerve injuries. Dr. Elias is also skilled in using Botox for orofacial pain management and is a valued member of an award-winning pain and research team. In addition to her specialist focus, she maintains a strong presence in general dentistry, offering advanced implant restorations, Fastbraces®️, and comprehensive dental care.

Dr. Elias earned her BChD degree from the University of Pretoria and completed her postgraduate qualification in Oral Surgery (MOralSurg) at the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. Beyond her professional achievements, she is a devoted wife and mother of three children, aged 15, 12, and 10. A talented singer, she participates in an award-winning women’s choir, reflecting her love of music and commitment to excellence in all aspects of her life. Dr. Elias’s unique combination of clinical expertise, teaching, and personal passions underscores her dedication to improving patient care and advancing the field of dentistry.

SPEAKS ENGLISH AND AFRIKAANS

Anastasiya has experience in both the surgical and restorative components of implant dentistry, including implant placement with various bone augmentation procedures. She obtained her undergraduate Dental degree with honours in 2013 from Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University, in Ukraine. After graduation, she practised in Ukraine for several years, working in various hospital settings. At this time, as part of her postgraduate studies, she was awarded a Master of Science degree in Dental Implantology.

In 2016, she successfully passed all the statutory exams and became fully registered as a dentist in the UK. Subsequently, Anastasiya worked as a Senior House Surgeon in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Gloucester Royal Hospital, where she gained experience in the management of a wide range of complex surgical procedures.

In 2021, following the full-time three-year specialist training programme in Periodontology at the Eastman Dental Institute in London, Anastasiya gained her Masters in Clinical Dentistry in Periodontology. She successfully passed all necessary examinations and was granted the Specialty Membership in Periodontics with two Royal Colleges of Surgeons (England and Edinburg), entitling her to registration as a Specialist in Periodontics on the GDC register.

In 2022, Anastasiya was honoured by being the winner of the Clinical Fellowship Award from the British Society of Periodontology. She further advanced her expertise by completing a one-year International Team for Implantology (ITI) Scholarship in Periodontology and Advanced Implant Dentistry program at the University of Bern, Switzerland, in 2024. During this time, she worked with world-renowned experts and contributed to research published in internationally recognised journals. This year she presented cutting-edge bone regenerative treatment and rehabilitation with dental implants at the ITI World Symposium 2024 in Singapore.

Anastasiya enjoys teaching and training. Since 2022 she has been working with graduate trainees as a Clinical Lecturer in the unit of Periodontology, at UCL Eastman Institute and providing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses in periodontology for general dentists. She has been invited to lecture at ITI Study Clubs and for the Ukrainian Society of Periodontology.

Currently, Anastasiya practices in several private clinics across London. Apart from the full range of tooth-saving procedures (including bone regeneration), she provides aesthetic surgical procedures for “gummy smiles”, recession coverage, soft tissue grafts around teeth and implants and the management of peri-implantitis. to provide high-quality treatment in a sympathetic and comfortable manner, helping patients to overcome their fears and anxieties. Outside of dentistry, Anastasiya loves spending time with her family, skiing, kitesurfing, hiking and travelling.

Dr Altieri graduated from the School of Dentistry at the University Santa Maria in Caracas, Venezuela in 2009. He has spent most of his career working in oral surgery departments across both hospitals and dental practices, including Russells Hall Hospital and the Oral Surgery Department at Manchester University Dental Hospital. From 2017 to 2022, he ran the Minor Oral Surgery NHS contract in Stirchley, West Midlands, providing treatment for simple and complex oral surgery cases under local anaesthetic.

Daniel is also trained in Implant Dentistry, having completed a Fellowship in Implant Dentistry from the University of Miami in 2014, a degree in Implant Dentistry from ITI (International Team for Implantology) in 2017, and a Diploma in Implant Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons (England) in 2022.

As you can see from Daniel’s study and work locations, he loves to travel and enjoys visiting new places with his family. In his spare time, he enjoys playing tennis, flying, and playing the guitar.

Daniel has received many positive comments from patients he has treated and always maintains a reassuring and welcoming chairside manner.

Dr Altieri is happy to accept private referrals for simple and complex extractions (including impacted wisdom teeth), surgical endodontics (apicectomies), and dental implants. Treatment under sedation can be arranged if required.

CQC MANAGER

NATIONAL DENTAL NURSING CERTIFICATE

GDC: 168225

SPEAKS ENGLISH AND TURKISH

DENTAL NURSE

ADVANCED LEVEL APPRENTICESHIP IN DENTAL NURSING UK | GDC: 222927

SPEAKS ENGLISH AND POLISH

DENTAL NURSE

DENTAL NURSE CERTIFICATE POLAND

GDC: 149189

SPEAKS ENGLISH AND POLISH

DENTAL NURSE

NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN DENTAL NURSING

GDC: 269316

SPEAKS ENGLISH AND ROMANIAN

DENTAL NURSE & RECEPTIONIST

DENTAL NURSE NVQ LEVEL 3

GDC: 224562

SPEAKS ENGLISH AND SERBO-CROATIAN

DENTAL NURSE

NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN DENTAL NURSING NEBDN 2020

GDC: 306527

SPEAKS ENGLISH AND PORTUGUESE