Tell us a little about yourself
I am an associate dentist with over eight years’ experience working in North West London, predominantly within Hillingdon. I am a member of the General Dental Practice Committee representing North Central London and a former member of the Young Dentists Committee.
Through my work in the NHS, I have developed a strong interest in how the dental system functions and I am committed to helping bridge the gap between dentists and the general public. I am particularly passionate about advocating for improved working conditions for dentists and championing children’s oral health.
I am actively involved with Hillingdon Healthwatch and the Hillingdon Children and Young People’s Oral Health Steering Group. As Director for Hillingdon int he NWL LDC, I hope to use my experience and roles to further the LDC’s goals and support both local dentists and the wider community.
What inspired you to get involved in the LDC?
I’ve always been curious about the inner workings of dentistry beyond the surgery, particularly how decisions are made and how policies are shaped. Getting involved with the LDC gives me a platform to better understand these processes and to have a meaningful voice in policies that directly affect dentists and the way we care for our patients.
What are you most looking forward to about being a Director of your LDC?
I’m most looking forward to working as part of a team with colleagues who share the same mindset and goals—to improve dentistry, strengthen our profession, and make a positive difference for both dentists and patients in Hillingdon.
What do you think are the big challenges facing NHS dentistry?
There are multiple challenges currently facing NHS dentistry. Contract reform remains the main concern; although we’ve seen some marginal changes, it is nowhere near enough, and we need to push for meaningful, lasting reform that makes NHS dentistry sustainable for both patients and practitioners. I’m also deeply concerned about the gradual decline of NHS dentistry and the impact this has on patient access and continuity of care. I would like to work closely with our partners and the wider profession to help find practical, long-term solutions to these issues.
How do you see the LDC helping to tackle those challenges?
I believe the LDC has a crucial role in bringing dentists together and strengthening our collective voice. Working as part of a team is essential—we need to build trust, network effectively, and really listen to the concerns of our colleagues. By gaining the confidence and support of the profession locally, we can represent dentists more powerfully at a higher level.
Lasting change can only happen when there is broad, united support, and I see the LDC as a key vehicle for building that majority voice and pushing for the reforms NHS dentistry urgently needs.
What does NHS dentistry mean to you?
NHS dentistry is absolutely vital for our population. I truly believe it is a fantastic service that provides essential oral healthcare to so many people who might otherwise struggle to access it. It is a frontline service—helping to maintain good oral health, detect problems like mouth cancer early, and ultimately improve people’s quality of life.
I know the system has its flaws, but I firmly believe that with the right policies and meaningful changes, NHS dentistry can become the outstanding service it has the potential to be.
If LDCs didn’t exist what would that mean for the profession?
Without LDCs, many dentists would lose their collective voice. There would be no dedicated local body to champion change, represent our concerns, or work to improve our professional lives. LDCs provide that vital link between frontline dentists and decision-makers, and without them it would be much harder to influence policy, protect NHS dentistry, and support colleagues on the ground.
What do you do to relax outside of dentistry?
Outside of dentistry, I love to dance, travel, and spend quality time with my family and friends. Cooking meals for the people I care about is one of my favourite ways to relax and unwind.
