OUR TEAM
We have a dedicated specialist team with many years of experience so you know you’ll be in safe hands with Endoclinic.
Vida Adib BDSc, MSc, MClinDent (Endo), MFDS, RCS, MRD, RCS
GDC 66789
Vida graduated from Queensland University Dental School in Australia in 1989. She acquired her own London practice in 1992, treating both NHS and private patients. She started specialist training at the Eastman Dental Hospital in 1997 and completed two postgraduate degrees in Endodontology and entered the specialist register for Endodontics. Vida taught Endodontics postgraduate courses at the Royal London and Kings College Hospitals (2006-2015). Currently she is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Her private practice limited to Endodontics is divided between Endoclinic at Cockfosters and 42 The Dental Practice in Notting Hill Gate.
GDC 66789
Vida graduated from Queensland University Dental School in Australia in 1989. She acquired her own London practice in 1992, treating both NHS and private patients. She started specialist training at the Eastman Dental Hospital in 1997 and completed two postgraduate degrees in Endodontology and entered the specialist register for Endodontics. Vida taught Endodontics postgraduate courses at the Royal London and Kings College Hospitals (2006-2015). Currently she is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Her private practice limited to Endodontics is divided between Endoclinic at Cockfosters and 42 The Dental Practice in Notting Hill Gate.
Maria Lessani BDS, MFDS, RCPS, MClinDent (Endo), MRD, RCS
GDC 71778
Maria qualified from Birmingham Dental School in 1996, following which she worked as a Vocational Trainee in an NHS practice in East London. Maria won an award as VT of the year in 1997. In 1998 Maria started a two-year full-time MClinDent (Endodontology) program at the Eastman Dental Institute. Maria gained the MFDS (TC White Medal) from Glasgow. Her name has been included on the GDC Endodontics specialist list since 2002. Currently Maria’s time is divided between endodontic practice and teaching. She has taught undergraduates and continues to teach postgraduates at Eastman Dental Hospital (UCL) and University of Birmingham.
GDC 71778
Maria qualified from Birmingham Dental School in 1996, following which she worked as a Vocational Trainee in an NHS practice in East London. Maria won an award as VT of the year in 1997. In 1998 Maria started a two-year full-time MClinDent (Endodontology) program at the Eastman Dental Institute. Maria gained the MFDS (TC White Medal) from Glasgow. Her name has been included on the GDC Endodontics specialist list since 2002. Currently Maria’s time is divided between endodontic practice and teaching. She has taught undergraduates and continues to teach postgraduates at Eastman Dental Hospital (UCL) and University of Birmingham.
Jesus Molina BDS, IQE, MFDS, RCSEd, MSc (Endo)
GDC 118100
Jesus qualified as a dentist in Venezuela in 2002 where he worked in private and general practice. In 2007 he completed the Statutory Examination in order to register as a dentist with the UK General Dental Council. In 2009 Jesus gained the Membership of Faculty of Dental Surgeons of Edinburgh (MFDS RCSEd). Jesus was awarded a distinction in his MSc in Endodontics in 2011. The remainder of his time is divided between treating patients at the Eastman Dental Hospital and private practice.
GDC 118100
Jesus qualified as a dentist in Venezuela in 2002 where he worked in private and general practice. In 2007 he completed the Statutory Examination in order to register as a dentist with the UK General Dental Council. In 2009 Jesus gained the Membership of Faculty of Dental Surgeons of Edinburgh (MFDS RCSEd). Jesus was awarded a distinction in his MSc in Endodontics in 2011. The remainder of his time is divided between treating patients at the Eastman Dental Hospital and private practice.
Cristina Pereira BDS, IQE UK, MSc (Endo)
GDC 109424
Cristina qualified as a dentist in Brazil in 1999. There she worked in private general practice. In 2007 she completed the International Qualifying Examination (IQE) in order to register as a dentist with the UK General Dental Council. Cristina completed a full time Masters Degree in Endodontics at the Eastman Dental Institute in 2011. Currently Cristina’s time is dedicated to endodontic private practice. Cristina completed in 2011 a full time Masters Degree in Endodontics at the Eastman Dental Institute, where she carried on working as Speciality Doctor until 2013. Currently Cristina’s time is dedicated to endodontic private practices across London and in Kent.
GDC 109424
Cristina qualified as a dentist in Brazil in 1999. There she worked in private general practice. In 2007 she completed the International Qualifying Examination (IQE) in order to register as a dentist with the UK General Dental Council. Cristina completed a full time Masters Degree in Endodontics at the Eastman Dental Institute in 2011. Currently Cristina’s time is dedicated to endodontic private practice. Cristina completed in 2011 a full time Masters Degree in Endodontics at the Eastman Dental Institute, where she carried on working as Speciality Doctor until 2013. Currently Cristina’s time is dedicated to endodontic private practices across London and in Kent.
Sanjay Ardeshna BDS MSc MClinDent MFDS MRD RCSEd
GDC 67131
Sanjay qualified BDS from the University of Manchester in 1991. During the next 13 years he worked in general dental practice and also held part-time posts at the University Dental Hospital in oral surgery and paediatric Dentistry. Having gained an MSc in Endodontics from the University of Manchester in 1999, he started accepting referrals. He was elected a Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2003, after which he undertook the specialist training in endodontics at the Eastman Dental Hospital in London. During this time he also gained his Masters in Clinical Dentistry in Endodontology and his Membership in Restorative Dentistry (Endodontics). He now divides his time working in specialist endodontic practice and as a Speciality Doctor/Honorary Clinical Teacher in Endodontology at the Eastman Dental Hospital.
GDC 67131
Sanjay qualified BDS from the University of Manchester in 1991. During the next 13 years he worked in general dental practice and also held part-time posts at the University Dental Hospital in oral surgery and paediatric Dentistry. Having gained an MSc in Endodontics from the University of Manchester in 1999, he started accepting referrals. He was elected a Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2003, after which he undertook the specialist training in endodontics at the Eastman Dental Hospital in London. During this time he also gained his Masters in Clinical Dentistry in Endodontology and his Membership in Restorative Dentistry (Endodontics). He now divides his time working in specialist endodontic practice and as a Speciality Doctor/Honorary Clinical Teacher in Endodontology at the Eastman Dental Hospital.
Carina Kong LMD MClinDent MRD RCS Eng
GDC 110381
Carina qualified in Dentistry in 2006, having then worked six years as a general dental practitioner, with a view of pursuing her aspiration to undergo specialty training in Endodontics. She then joined the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute in London where she trained and was awarded a Masters of Clinical Dentistry (MClinDent) in Endodontics. Carina successfully sat the MRD exit exam and is currently registered on the Endodontics Specialist List. Having spent a few years working as a Specialty Doctor and clinical supervisor at the Eastman Dental Hospital, she now dedicates her time to private practice limited to Endodontics.
GDC 110381
Carina qualified in Dentistry in 2006, having then worked six years as a general dental practitioner, with a view of pursuing her aspiration to undergo specialty training in Endodontics. She then joined the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute in London where she trained and was awarded a Masters of Clinical Dentistry (MClinDent) in Endodontics. Carina successfully sat the MRD exit exam and is currently registered on the Endodontics Specialist List. Having spent a few years working as a Specialty Doctor and clinical supervisor at the Eastman Dental Hospital, she now dedicates her time to private practice limited to Endodontics.
Dr Magdi Mikhael MBBS, FRCA, DEAA, FFPMRCA
Consultant Anaesthetist – GMC 2779214
Magdi qualified in 1972 in Cairo University Hospital Medical school following which he was recruited in the Egyptian Army as a surgeon for around 5 years. He then moved to the UK in 1977, qualified in Anaesthesia as a fellow of the Royal College in 1982 and passed the European Diploma of Anaesthesia and Intensive care in 1985. He became a consultant in 1986 in the Royal Army Medical Corps. In the following years Magdi became a Consultant in Anaesthesia and Intensive care in Essex and eventually Director of his department. He acquired a fellowship in Pain Medicine in 2006. He has been working in Sedation in Dentistry for over 20 years and published a few articles on sedation in the British dental and Anaesthesia journals.
Consultant Anaesthetist – GMC 2779214
Magdi qualified in 1972 in Cairo University Hospital Medical school following which he was recruited in the Egyptian Army as a surgeon for around 5 years. He then moved to the UK in 1977, qualified in Anaesthesia as a fellow of the Royal College in 1982 and passed the European Diploma of Anaesthesia and Intensive care in 1985. He became a consultant in 1986 in the Royal Army Medical Corps. In the following years Magdi became a Consultant in Anaesthesia and Intensive care in Essex and eventually Director of his department. He acquired a fellowship in Pain Medicine in 2006. He has been working in Sedation in Dentistry for over 20 years and published a few articles on sedation in the British dental and Anaesthesia journals.
Dr Arsalan Hakimi-Tehrani MD MRCA FFICM
Consultant Intensive Care Medicine – GMC 6104448
Dr Hakimi is a highly skilled and dedicated Intensive Care Consultant at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London. With a profound background in anaesthesia and intensive care Medicine, and has completed comprehensive training and gained extensive experience in the field. His expertise particularly shines in the areas of sedation and anaesthesia, where he has honed his skills to provide the highest level of care to patients. Having completed his training in London, he brings a wealth of knowledge, a commitment to excellence, and a deep sense of compassion to his work. He is a valued member of the healthcare team, contributing to the well-being and recovery of patients under his care.
Consultant Intensive Care Medicine – GMC 6104448
Dr Hakimi is a highly skilled and dedicated Intensive Care Consultant at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London. With a profound background in anaesthesia and intensive care Medicine, and has completed comprehensive training and gained extensive experience in the field. His expertise particularly shines in the areas of sedation and anaesthesia, where he has honed his skills to provide the highest level of care to patients. Having completed his training in London, he brings a wealth of knowledge, a commitment to excellence, and a deep sense of compassion to his work. He is a valued member of the healthcare team, contributing to the well-being and recovery of patients under his care.
Dr Jimmy Makdissi DDS, MMedSc, FDSRCS (Eng.), DDRRCR, FHEA
Consultant Dental and Maxillofacial Radiologist – GDC 79839
Dr Makdissi joined the Institute of Dentistry, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, in 2004 as a Clinical Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant in Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology. He directs the Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology programme of the undergraduate BDS curriculum. He completed his specialist training at Guy’s Hospital and obtained the Diploma of Dental Radiology from the Royal College of Radiologists. He has served on the Education Committee of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. He has also served as the Dental Tutor for the London Deanery at Barts Health, the Faculty Tutor at the Royal College of Surgeons and as the President of the Metropolitan Branch of the British Dental Association. In addition, he is the founder of the Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Interpretation Masterclass providing UK-based CBCT hands-on training along with a collection of e-learning modules. Jimmy is currently doing his PhD on the use of MRI in Dentistry.
Consultant Dental and Maxillofacial Radiologist – GDC 79839
Dr Makdissi joined the Institute of Dentistry, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, in 2004 as a Clinical Senior Lecturer and Honorary Consultant in Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology. He directs the Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology programme of the undergraduate BDS curriculum. He completed his specialist training at Guy’s Hospital and obtained the Diploma of Dental Radiology from the Royal College of Radiologists. He has served on the Education Committee of the International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology. He has also served as the Dental Tutor for the London Deanery at Barts Health, the Faculty Tutor at the Royal College of Surgeons and as the President of the Metropolitan Branch of the British Dental Association. In addition, he is the founder of the Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) Interpretation Masterclass providing UK-based CBCT hands-on training along with a collection of e-learning modules. Jimmy is currently doing his PhD on the use of MRI in Dentistry.
Mr Wayne Halfpenny BDS MBBS FDSRCS FRCS FRCS (MAX FAC)
GMC 4108139, GDC 61805
Wayne Halfpenny is a Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (incorporating Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals) and has over 20 years experience in the speciality. He is qualified both in Medicine and Dentistry and is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and member of the Association of Facial Plastic Surgeons, British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons. He is the Trust lead clinician for Head and Neck Cancer/Reconstruction. Wayne’s particular clinical interests are in facial reconstruction/plastic surgery, surgical dentistry, temporomandibular (jaw) joint disorders and facial pain. Both privately and in the NHS Wayne works jointly with pain management consultants to provide multidisciplinary care for those patients with complex facial pain problems.
GMC 4108139, GDC 61805
Wayne Halfpenny is a Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust (incorporating Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals) and has over 20 years experience in the speciality. He is qualified both in Medicine and Dentistry and is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and member of the Association of Facial Plastic Surgeons, British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons. He is the Trust lead clinician for Head and Neck Cancer/Reconstruction. Wayne’s particular clinical interests are in facial reconstruction/plastic surgery, surgical dentistry, temporomandibular (jaw) joint disorders and facial pain. Both privately and in the NHS Wayne works jointly with pain management consultants to provide multidisciplinary care for those patients with complex facial pain problems.
Francesca Sozzi
Practice Manager
Francesca qualified as a dental nurse in 1986 and worked as a nurse for 18 years before she changed her role in dentistry to a receptionist. She joined our team in 2011 as our Practice Manager and Receptionist.
Practice Manager
Francesca qualified as a dental nurse in 1986 and worked as a nurse for 18 years before she changed her role in dentistry to a receptionist. She joined our team in 2011 as our Practice Manager and Receptionist.
Marta Brzozowska
GDC 183601
Qualified Dental Nurse
Marta qualified as a dental nurse in 2009 and has been working as a specialist dental nurse since 2010 when she joined our team at Endoclinic.
GDC 183601
Qualified Dental Nurse
Marta qualified as a dental nurse in 2009 and has been working as a specialist dental nurse since 2010 when she joined our team at Endoclinic.
Fabiola Ibrahimaj
GDC 293737
Qualified Dental Nurse
Fabiola is a fully qualified and experienced dental nurse. She started her journey in a general dentistry and has been working as a specialist dental nurse with Endoclinic since March 2022.
GDC 293737
Qualified Dental Nurse
Fabiola is a fully qualified and experienced dental nurse. She started her journey in a general dentistry and has been working as a specialist dental nurse with Endoclinic since March 2022.
Sam Dahane
Receptionist
Sam is the friendly face at the front desk. She is dedicated to helping patients with every step of their dental visit by making patients feel comfortable. Her role includes, scheduling appointments, processing payments and keeping the clinic organised. She works part time at the practice and has been with us since 2022.
Receptionist
Sam is the friendly face at the front desk. She is dedicated to helping patients with every step of their dental visit by making patients feel comfortable. Her role includes, scheduling appointments, processing payments and keeping the clinic organised. She works part time at the practice and has been with us since 2022.