We love what we do and strive to give you the highest quality care possible. That's why we're committed to learning many of the latest techniques and treatments.
Each member of our dental team has a personal area of speciality in addition to their core dental skills which enables us to offer a wider range of options for your dental care. |
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dr andrew fries Senior Partner
LDSRCS Eng 1988; BDS Lond 1988; MFGDP 2007
Since qualifying at Guy's Hospital in 1988, Andrew has gained over twenty years of general practice experience. He has a post-graduate qualification in general practice dentistry and is a member of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners. In addition to his practice duties, Andrew is also an approved Dental Trainer and guides new graduates through their first year of practice. |
dr helen hamilton Senior Partner
BDS Lond 1988
Helen also qualified at Guy's Hospital in 1988 and joined forces with Andrew in 1993 to open Lewisham Dental Practice. She was the driving force behind the practice's BDA Good Practice Award. Helen is also the MD of Radiance UnLimited, the company which provides all the Facial Rejuvenation treatments at the practice www.radianceunlimited.co.uk. |
dr saira akhtar Associate
BDS Hons (Lond) MFGDP RCS (UK)
Dr Akhtar qualified with distinction honours from Guy's Dental Hospital in 2006 and obtained her postgraduate qualification in general practice with the Royal College of Surgeons in 2008. She is a full-time practitioner and has a particular interest in cosmetic dentistry. She is certified in the use of invisible braces and facial rejuvenation. She is also committed to attending postgraduate education courses. |
sarah burton receptionist/RDN
Sarah is our Senior Receptionist and has been a valued team member at LDP since October 2003. Currently training towards an NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service, she also achieved the National Certificate in Dental Nursing in November 2004 and is now registered with the General Dental Council. Sarah is always happy to help patients with any questions or queries they may have regarding their dental treatment. If you would like to book an appointment or require any information, call Sarah on 020 8852 3000.
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dr ali hilmi
BDS U Lond 2008
Dr Hilmi graduated with Merit from The Guy’s, King’s, and St Thomas’ Dental Institute in 2008. In addition, He has a degree in Neuroscience from King’s College London (University of London), and is currently preparing for the MJDF post-graduate dental qualification. Dr Hilmi has a keen interest in prosthodontics, and is focused on continual professional development through post-graduate education. |
cheryl matthews Registered Dental Hygienist
RDH 2005
Cheryl earned her Diploma in Dental Hygiene at King's College Hospital in 2005. In addition to working at Lewisham Dental Practice, she also works at King's College Hospital in their Department of Periodontics and Preventive Dentistry.
You can make an appointment with Cheryl for Wednesdays and Fridays. |
sarah lewis Practice Manager
Member of the Institute of Customer Service
With over 17 years of experience in management, Sarah is a hands-on problem solver with a passion for excellent customer service. She is especially interested in the development of teams and systems to ensure excellent performance. A highly capable manager, Sarah is the person to come to if you have any queries or concerns. Contact Sarah. |
Dr Neil Dickinson
BDS (Lond) RCS (UK)
Dr Dickinson qualified from Guy's hospital in 1982. He has worked in general dental practice for 26 years, mainly in South London. He specialises in providing gentle general dental care.
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Dr Rikesh Patel
BDS (Lond)
Dr Patel is the latest edition to our team. He graduated with distinction from The Guy's King's and St Thomas' Dental Institute in 2009. He achieved runner up to the prestigious University of London Gold Medal award for clinical excellence. Dr Patel's interests lie in restorative and Endodontic dentistry. With a keen commitment to post graduate education, Dr Patel is currently preparing for the MJDF qualification.
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