Dr. Arvind Kittur holds a Masters degree from the Royal College of Surgeons ,Ireland,in Healthcare Management and Leadership.

He completed his Bachelors degree in Dentistry from India,

subsequently completed his American National Boards  and has had a successful practise in the UAE for more than 20 years.

His core competence lies in the application of conservative approaches towards oral health rehabilitations  whilst using the latest materials and techniques. He is extremely adept at working with Veneers, invisible fillings , Crowns ,Bridges while Smile designing and Smile Make overs are his forte  .Over the years he has  applied  sound scientific and evidence based knowledge in the field of Restorative and Cosmetic dentistry .

Languages known :Proficient in English , Hindi , Persian ,Arabic and Marathi. Multilingual indeed!

Interests : Travel , Golf and he is extremely passionate about his Harley Davidson

Having graduated from the University of Manchester, UK in 2010,   Dr. Sandhya received a Diploma of Membership of Joint Dental Faculties from the The Royal College of Surgeons of England and completed a 1 year certificate course in Cosmetic Dentistry & Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry.

She has also worked as a General dentist in mixed NHS and Private practices in London and enjoys all aspects of dentistry, treating  both children and adults.

Dr. Sandhya is proficient in the following disciplines within dentistry:

• Preventative dentistry (fissure sealants, fluoride application, diet advice and oral hygiene instructions)

• Restorative dentistry (composite fillings, root canal treatments, onlays, crowns and bridge work)
• Prosthodontics (Full and Partial dentures)
• Aesthetic dentistry (teeth whitening and porcelain veneers)
• Simple extractions
• Periodontal Treatment (Scale and polish and root surface debridement)

Languages : Fluent in English and Gujarati .Speaks basic Hindi and French.

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Interests Enjoys travel and experiencing different cultures. Passionate about playing sports and keeping fit and healthy.

Dr. Sarah Shahien, General Dentist, completed her Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry in Alexandria University, Egypt, and served in various government hospitals and private clinics in Egypt for 6 years.

After her move to Dubai in 2017, Dr. Sarah practiced Family dentistry in a private clinic before joining Oasis Dental Care which was acquired by the Apex Clinics Group in 2020.

Proficient in all aspects of general dentistry, she is a firm believer in pain-free dentistry. Her excellent communication skills with patients give her a huge advantage in handling anxious patients of all ages with ease.

Amongst other procedures and treatments, Dr. Sarah is passionate about

• Restorative dentistry (composite fillings, onlays, inlays , crowns and bridge work)
• Prosthodontics
• Extractions
• Root canal treatment
• Dentistry for children

What you didn’t know about Dr. Sara : When she is not tending to her 5 year old daughter , she loves sport- with basketball and football being her favorite ( what did you expect if she’s from the land of Mo Salah ! )

Languages spoken: English and Arabic

Currently seeing patients at the Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC ) Branch.

Dr. Sylvain Mosca studied dental surgery at the University of Nice in France and graduated with Honors in his Doctoral Research thesis. He further specialized in Endodontic treatment as well as 3D Ceramic restoration utilizing the CEREC system.

Having started his career in 1996, Dr. Mosca ran his own practice in Beausoleil before moving into Dubai in 2016 and has worked in reputed clinics since then.

He is passionate about Aesthetic/ Cosmetic dentistry and uses state of the art technology to innovate revolutionary treatment methods for his patients.

With his 23 years of professional experience, Dr. Mosca is a strong addition to our Dental team.

Dr. Mosca is a father of three sons, enjoys his music and is a sports fanatic (Football, tennis, squash, and athletics )

Languages spoken: French, Italian, and English

Not many people know : He qualified in the 4×100 meter relay in the France National Championships.

Dr. Mays Al-Ajeel, General Dentist, graduated from Charles University in 2011 and went on to receive the Diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Dr. Mays has spent 5 years in the UK in NHS and private practices including 1 year of work in the Oral Surgery and Maxillofacial department .In Dubai since 2017, she has worked long hours and collected a lot of local experience within the Dental department of a leading hospital.

Interests :
Dr Mays treats both,children and adults and is experienced in all fields of general dentistry with a special interest in Cosmetic & Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry having completed a Certificate course in these fields.

Her repertoire includes

– Restorative dentistry (composite fillings, root-canal treatments, crown & bridge work)

– Prosthodontics (full and partial dentures)

– Preventative dentistry (Fissure sealants, Fluoride application, diet and oral hygiene advice)

– Simple extractions

– Periodontal treatment (Scale and Polish and root planing treatment)

– Dental aesthetics (Teeth whitening and Veneers)

– Treatment of anxious and phobic patients

Personal interests: An ace at tennis and a passionate painter

Languages: Fluent in English and Arabic

Dr. Azza Dafalla , General Dentist, is extremely academically inclined and went on to complete her Masters in Conservative Dentistry after completing her Bachelors of Dental Surgery with flying colors.

After graduation, she received extensive training in all aspects of dentistry including

a. A Post Graduate Certificate Program in Aesthetic Dentistry from the University of Minnesota ,USA.

b. American Academy of Implant Dentistry Maxi course from California, USA

c. American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

d. Invisalign Clear Aligner Course

e. Lecturing in Operative Dentistry & Dental Materials for Undergraduate dental students .

In Dubai since 2016, Dr. Azza has worked as a General Dentist, largely in the field of family dentistry , performing all kind of procedures for patients of all ages, with a special interest in Oral rehabilitation.

Not one to take a break , she is pursuing her Fellowship currently.

Managing a great work life balance, Dr. Azza makes time to read voraciously and spend time with her two lovely daughters practicing diamond painting .

Languages spoken: English , Arabic

Currently seeing patients at the Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) branch.

Having completed her Bachelors in Dental Surgery in 2014 from the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, India, she worked for a well-known multi-specialty dental clinic in India before moving to Dubai in 2020.

Dr. Akanksha is an experienced dentist with extensive knowledge of dental procedures, hygiene products, devices, and solutions. She has vast knowledge of clinical procedures and is loved for her warm personality, gentle care and compassionate attitude. She spends countless hours in continuing education and is dedicated to providing pain free dental care for her patients, keeping in mind affordability, and seamless treatment time.

Over the years, she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as those who suffer from dental anxiety.

Her proficiency includes
– Restorative dentistry
– Preventative dentistry (Fissure sealants, Fluoride application, diet and oral hygiene advice)
– Simple extractions
– Periodontal treatment (Scale and Polish)
– Dental aesthetics
– Treatment of anxious and phobic patients

Interests: A trained Indian classical dancer , adventure sports freak and Mom to a 2 year old , she is passionate about healthy cooking and eating. You will not believe it – she even has her own cooking channel !

Having secured a Bachelors of Dental Surgery from Maharashtra University, India in 2015, Dr. Nicole moved into private practice in various clinics in the commercial capital of India, Mumbai.

Working independently on patients tirelessly , she amassed an invaluable experience within the realm of general dentistry under the observation of leading Dental practitioners of the region.

Perseverance, hard work , skill and destiny brought her to the Gulf where she started her stint with a reputed private clinic in Jumeirah.

Extremely affable and detail oriented in her approach she has a keen interest in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry aiming to soothe the discomfort of her patients with a steady hand ,sound knowledge and exceptional wit.

Proficient at
– Preventative dentistry (fissure sealants, fluoride application, diet advice and oral hygiene instructions)
– Restorative dentistry (composite fillings, root canal treatments, onlays, crowns and bridge work)
– Aesthetic dentistry (Prophylaxis , teeth whitening procedures and composite veneers)
– Simple extractions

Languages: Fluent in English and Hindi

Interests: A leisurely baker and an aspirant globe trotter.

Dr. Lavnya Narula received her Bachelor of Dentistry from of a joint program with Vinayaka Missions University and Penang International Dental College in 2015. She graduated with distinction and was the recipient of the Gold Medal for the 1st ranked graduate of the class of 2015. Additionally, she was awarded multiple honorary recognitions for academic excellence across various fields including Oral Medicine & Radiology, Pedodontics, Oral Pathology and Orthodontics. She has since continued to pursue various additional certifications to advance her skillset in her areas of interest such as Aesthetic dentistry and Prosthodontics.

Upon graduation, Dr. Lavnya helming from a family of doctors commenced her career in the public sector with a keen need to help treat needy patients in non-urban locations. She worked with the Malaysian Ministry of Health as a General Dentist based in Malacca, Malaysia for over 5 years, where she garnered experience across diverse range of disciplines and the variety of treatments including caring for emergency trauma patients. She has been repeatedly recognized for going the extra mile in caring for her patients and ensuring their comfort during treatments.

Dr.  Lavnya is proficient in a wide array of disciplines including:
• Prosthodontics (Full and Partial dentures)
• Periodontal treatment (Scale and Polish and root planing treatment)
• Aesthetic dentistry (teeth whitening and porcelain veneers)
• Preventative dentistry (Fissure sealants, Fluoride application, diet and oral hygiene advice)
• Restorative dentistry (composite fillings, root-canal treatments, crown & bridge work)
• Simple and complex extractions
• Treatment of anxious and phobic patients
• Emergency and trauma treatment
• Treatment of children across age groups

Languages known: Native English speaker, fluent in Malay, functional knowledge of Mandarin and Hindi.

Something you didn’t know: Dr. Lavnya is an avid Boxer and has a keen interest in fitness, reading and cooking.

Dr Pratik Premjani ,an extremely caring professional who focuses on care and humane values in patient care , graduated with honors from Mumbai and completed his MSc in Orthodontics from the European University, Dubai with a Certificate of Specialty in Orthodontics from Malmo University Sweden. Not content with a single specialization, he went on to complete a MBA in Healthcare Science from Sikkim Manipal University, India.

Having practiced since 2013 in the UAE with a leading chain of dental clinics, he brings along 7 years of experience and is credited to be
1. One of the few Invisalign Platinum Providers in UAE.
2. A certificate holder in Lingual Orthodontics from the Incognito System .
Very well versed with modern techniques like Damon, TADs (mini screws), Functional Appliance, Adult and Preventive Orthodontics, Dr. Pratik is literally learnt and taught on the job – having served as an ASSISTANT Professor in Orthodontics in DHCC.

Always focused on clinical excellence and research, he has 9 Publications in Orthodontic journals like Seminars in Orthodontics, Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO) and Asia pacific Orthodontic Trends journal and an active member of the WFO, AAO and Emirates Orthodontic Society.

What’s new : Currently he is well on his way to add another feather in his cap and is pursuing an additional PhD in Orthodontics.

What you didn’t know about him : Dr. Premjani is a doting dad to an eighteen month old. When he is not in the surgery, he would be found teaching her the “Dental Alphabet “ –which goes A for amalgam, B for braces , C for crowns …….. 🙂

Dr. Khushboo Motwani – Specialist Orthodontist.

Having completed her Masters in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics from the esteemed Manipal University, Mangalore, India, she worked for a well-known multi-specialty dental clinic in India before moving to Dubai in 2016

She specializes in contemporary orthodontic treatment for children and adults and has a keen interest and experience of treating jaw discrepancies at a younger age for better function and stable results. She is a certified provider for Invisalign Clear Aligners.

Dr. Khushboo firmly believes that the success of an orthodontic treatment highly depends on a healthy patient-doctor relationship and works on making each orthodontic visit highly interactive and informative.

Besides work – she enjoys being in her garden, tending to her plants and is a passionate painter as well.

What nobody knows about her : She loves gardening and takes great pride in her vegetable patch which she rears personally in good weather and bad !

Children are not miniature adults. They are individuals in transition whose growth into adulthood should be supported, encouraged, and facilitated.

Apex is your Dental home and our Specialist Pediatric Dentist- Dr. Shweta Nihalani provides an ongoing assessment of your child’s oral and dental health, monitors your child’s needs and provides advice and treatment to ensure your child’s wellbeing. From teething infants, peer appalled teenagers, to aspirant young adults, she has a little something for them all

Having completed her Bachelors in Dental Surgery (B.D.S) in 2006 in India ,she went on to do her Master’s degree (M.D.S) in Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry in 2012 after a few years in private practise.

Her Post graduation involved training in
– Handling of pre-cooperative, apprehensive to phobic children/ adolescents including differently abled children
– Restorative procedures
– Endodontic procedures including root canals
– Treatment of traumatic injuries
– Orthodontic treatment (space maintainers, regainers & habit breaking appliances).
– Preventive dentistry

Upon completing her post-graduation, she practised as a private practitioner and Consultant Paediatric Dentist in a private hospital and a few clinics in Delhi NCR before she moved to Dubai in early 2020. . A passionate proponent of MIPD (Minimally invasive Paediatric Dentistry ), she is a firm believer in inculcating good dietary habits in children to prevent occurrence of oral diseases and conservation of tooth structure.

An academic at heart , she has published papers in reputed national journals and has also been Senior Faculty in Dental College for 4 years. She has also presented papers at various National Conferences, Conventions & CDE programs. She is a life Member of Indian Society of Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry, life Member of Indian Dental Association and has done Hands–on Course in Nitrous oxide-oxygen sedation

What you wouldn’t know about her : A gym enthusiast , travel freak and a hands on mom – she believes that “ Dentistry begins at home “. She has used a  “Space maintainer “ to great effect.- being a mother to 2 lovely daughters – a teenager and a toddler.

Languages Known : English, Hindi , Sindhi and a language of patience

A Masters in Pediatric and Preventive dentistry, Dr. Hashmit Kaur ( General Dentist – Pediatrics ) joins the Apex Dental team to provide a soft, gentle and caring touch to our children’s smiles.

Having completed her Bachelor’s degree , Dr. Hashmit chose to major in Pedodontics from one of the most coveted dental colleges of North India, SGRD Institute of Dental Sciences and Research, Amritsar. In Dubai , she has been practicing at a well-known clinic prior to joining us.

There’s a distinct advantage in tackling dental concerns at the’ teething stage’ and Dr. Hashmit blends in perfectly with the rest of our team to take a holistic approach to dentistry ( including needs of children of determination ) .She is trained and equipped to see children from the onset of their first tooth all the way to their teenage years .A firm believer of Myofunctional Therapy, she believes in channeling the natural growth of the child’s jaws to eliminate most commonly encountered habits that children display that has adverse effects on their dentition. Besides routine dentistry, she is adept with procedures like pediatric root canals (RCT ) , pediatric crowns, functional appliances and Myo braces besides pre orthodontic treatments.

Managing children in the dental chair has its own challenges and Dr. Hashmit invariably makes an attempt to reach the core of the patient’s heart before she reaches the root of the tooth. A firm believer in pain free dentistry , she insists on an educative discourse with the parents whilst making it a 3F experience ( fun, friendly, firm ) for the child .

What you wouldn’t know : She is a trained Classical singer and on a good day – you could have the privilege of listening to some melodious tunes from her – entirely on us !

Dr. Shyam S Bhat is a Specialist Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, and has an experience of 8 years. He is also a Member of American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and is one of the few Surgeons who has attained the Associate Fellowship Credential from the Academy.

After having completed his Bachelors degree in Dentistry, he pursued his Masters in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in the prestigious AB Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences in Mangalore,India . He soon realised his passion of working in Dental Implantology, and has spent 6 months in Smile USA, New Jersey, perfecting the art and science of Implant Dentistry.

He has several publications to his credit in reputed journals.

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He specialises in reconstructive surgery of the upper and lower jaws, especially for rehabilitation with dental implants. He is also the specialist who handles wisdom teeth removals and difficult extractions.

Having graduated from the prestigious Manipal University in India Dr. Neha went on to complete her Post graduation in Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics in the same institute in 2013.

For over 5 years she was part of a well known corporate hospital in India, before starting her career in Dubai.

As a Specialist Endodontist she believes in perfection and manages complicated root canal cases with ease, imparting a pain free dental treatment to her patients. As a clinician, she is professional, friendly and works enthusiastically keeping pace with the advancements and changing scenarios in the dental field.

Areas of interest: Micro-endodontics, Laser endodontics, Re-treatment cases.

Passionate about: Academics, Teaching, Reading. And in case you thought I was a nerd – let me tell you I love to sketch and am a Marathon runner since I was 15.

Specialist Periodontist, Dr. Kinjal Raval .

Having completed her bachelor and Masters in India’s premier Dental education institution Dr.Raval started practicing in 2013 and moved to Dubai 2 years ago.

As a Specialist Periodontist, Dr. Raval brings to the team an expertise in diagnosis and treatment of gum diseases by both non-surgical and surgical methods She also provides aesthetic gum treatments in cases of recession, around implants, pre and post orthodontics, and prosthetic purposes.

Amongst others, Dr.Raval is proficient at the following dental procedures:

– Treatment of bleeding gums

-Laser-assisted painless procedures including teeth whitening.

– Deep cleaning / subgingival scaling

-Root planning

-Curettage

-Flap surgery

-Esthetic crown lengthening for excessive gum exposure

-Depigmentation

-Mucogingival surgery for root coverage, frenum relocation with or without laser

Dr. Kinjal believes in a simple practice of “patient first” by giving exemplary care and the best possible treatment to each patient.

Languages known: English, Hindi, and Gujarati

Interests: Loves travel, trekking, and outdoor activity.

Dr. Arvind Kittur holds a Masters degree from the Royal College of Surgeons ,Ireland,in Healthcare Management and Leadership.

He completed his Bachelors degree in Dentistry from India,

subsequently completed his American National Boards  and has had a successful practise in the UAE for more than 20 years.

His core competence lies in the application of conservative approaches towards oral health rehabilitations  whilst using the latest materials and techniques. He is extremely adept at working with Veneers, invisible fillings , Crowns ,Bridges while Smile designing and Smile Make overs are his forte  .Over the years he has  applied  sound scientific and evidence based knowledge in the field of Restorative and Cosmetic dentistry .

Languages known :Proficient in English , Hindi , Persian ,Arabic and Marathi. Multilingual indeed!

Interests : Travel , Golf and he is extremely passionate about his Harley Davidson