Gustavo qualified in Portugal in 2004 and still travels to Lisbon on a regular basis to treat patients. He has taken further studies in both implantology and surgical periodontology in 2009 in Portugal and London and continues to work together with experts in the area of peri-implantititis and full mouth rehabilitation.

Pooja graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2011.

Since that, she gained a Postgraduate certificate in Endodontics from the University of Chester. With over 10 years of general dental practice, Pooja enjoys all aspects of general dentistry. She enjoys putting nervous patients at ease and building long lasting relationships with her patients. Her aim is to ensure patients are always relaxed and comfortable in the chair at all times. In addition, Pooja also provides Facial Aesthetics and Invisalign Go. She endeavours to keep up to date with the latest aspects of dentistry and aims to use the most conservative techniques to preserve tooth structure.

She has also completed a year long comprehensive restorative course in 2021 with Dr Basil Mizrahi. She is also in the process of completing further courses in implants.

Pooja moved from Scotland to England after getting married in 2021. Outside of dentistry, Pooja loves long walks, going to the gym, home cooking and travel. She has recently taken a liking for golf.

Dr Jo Howden qualified from Guys Hospital in 1985. Over the last 25 years Jo has continued her passion to deliver excellence in general dentistry, including 3 years with Her Majesties Forces. She joined Boots in Piccadilly circus when it opened, transferring to Maidenhead when she started her family. Jo is passionate about giving the best care for her patients. Finding long lasting solutions for patients’ dental needs has meant a (loyal) dedicated following over the 20+ years she has been practising.

Jo has a wonderful calming and gentle nature that will put even the most nervous patients at ease. To compliment her dentistry in 2007 Jo started offering facial aesthetics, including Botox, fillers and skin needling treatments, which following a principle of a natural look for her patients, continues to be a big success. With a son just in secondary school and a daughter in primary school much of her time is spent as taxi driver to various sporting events. Jo can be seen walking their dog around the countryside surrounding Henley. This summer Jo reached the final in her local regatta.

David Schofield graduated from Leeds in 1993 and worked in Bradford for a year post-graduation. He moved to Orchard Dental in 1995 and became a partner in 1999.

Mr Schofield is an experienced general dentist and can offer a wide range of general and cosmetic dental treatments, including Fissure sealants, Composite fillings, Dentures and Veneers. Every mouth is different, and he enjoys bringing a wealth of experience to bear for each of his patients so that they receive the best minimally invasive outcome.

Mr Schofield is passionate about building relationships with patients and providing continuity of care.

He lives locally and is married with two daughters, and when he’s not working he enjoys golf, exercise and cars.

Natasha graduated from King’s College London in 2006 and has since worked in both NHS and Private settings in the UK. Natasha returned to the UK in 2019 after having run her own private practice, a unique spa concept, in the beautiful island, Mauritius, for almost 10 years.

Natasha is passionate about dentistry and takes great pride in providing her patients with the best experience at the dentist, dedicating time to explaining to her patients and making them feel at ease. Natasha enjoys all aspects of dentistry but has a particular interest in phobic and difficult patients and children, and she firmly believes that getting such patients over their fears is an essential part of her job. Natasha firmly believes in providing preventive and preservative dentistry, and she is also keen to upskill herself in the modern dental aesthetic world.

Natasha has provided dental education sessions to school children in deprived areas, whilst in Mauritius, and as a Lions Club International member, she has organised and participated in numerous free dental check-up camps over the years, giving advice and educating the Mauritian population.

Natasha dedicates all her free time to her 2 little boys, and together with them, she enjoys travelling, and enjoying outdoor activities when possible. When she does have some time to herself, she enjoys keeping fit, cooking and music.

Keshari qualified BDS with Distinction from Kings College, London in 1993. After completing one years vocational training, then two years as a Senior House Officer in Restorative Dentistry followed by Maxillofacial Surgery, she enrolled into a two-year Masters Degree course in Endodontics at the Eastman Dental Hospital, London. Keshari passed her Msc in Endodontics with Distinction in 1998. She has focused her practice to Endodontics since 1997 and gained entry onto the Specialist List for Endodontics in 2001.

Keshari has worked as a referral Endodontist since 1997 for several NHS Trusts and also established two private endodontic referral practices. She receives referrals from General Practice, Community and Hospital Services. Keshari is also a member of the Langham and British Endodontic Societies and was on the database of Expert Witnesses for the Dental Defence Union between 2005 and 2010.

Endodontics deals with the management of infection from the dental pulp or in layman’s terms root canal treatment. With modern technology, knowledge of the latest treatment principles and a high level of patient care, Keshari routinely achieves excellent clinical results for her patients.

Mark Gosztonyi studied dentistry at King’s College London, qualifying in 1989.

He initially worked in the maxillofacial departments at St George’s Hospital and Mayday Hospital (now known as Croydon University Hospital), gaining valuable experience in surgical dentistry.

He joined Orchard Dental in 1995 and became a partner soon after. He has undertaken ongoing professional development over the course of his career, studying Endodontics and Restorative dentistry.

Mr Gosztonyi has a special interest in Endodontics and minimally invasive Smile styling.

He is married with three daughters and enjoys football and cycling

Pranshu Trivedi graduated in 1993 in Goa before training in the UK to become a Specialist Oral Surgeon. He brings more than two decades of experience working in hospitals and private practice, including research and teaching.

Mr Trivedi joined Orchard Dental in 2017 and offers our patients diagnosis and treatment for oral and dental problems, jaw joint problems and facial pain. He carries out all types of oral surgical procedures including wisdom teeth extraction, apicectomy (a minor surgical procedure to remove the top of the root of a dead tooth and then seal the end with a filling), complex extractions and soft tissue surgery in the mouth.

He is also an experienced implantologist, offering single tooth to multiple dental implants and Implant-supported dentures.

Mr Trivedi can undertake complex implant surgery including bone and soft tissue grafting, sinus lift operations and treatment of peri-implantitis.

He also works in Root canal treatment and Facial aesthetics.

Mr Trivedi was awarded a Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 1998. He is a member of the British Association of Oral Surgeons, the European Association for Osseointegration, the Medical and Dental Defence Union of Scotland and is a visiting lecturer of BPP University, London.

In his spare time he enjoys reading, travelling, martial arts and cooking.

Dr Garcia qualified in the prestigious Egas Moniz Institute in Lisbon in 2007 having simultaneously completed one year training in Madrid at the charismatic Universidade PIO X where she was awarded distinctions and awards on paediatric and geriatric special care. She then returned to Lisbon and began her Master of Science (MSc) Programme in Periodontology which she was awarded in 2009. Following this Tania spent the majority of her time in fully private practice but also devoted a portion of her time to her hometown hospital where she modernized the stomatology department and worked alongside with experienced surgeons.

Tania moved to the UK and completed both a modular surgical Periodontology degree and an implant residency which lead her to the MClinDent degree in Periodontology (Birmingham) that she now holds.

Tania dedicates her time to the exclusive practice of Periodontology and is a strong believer that this disease can be controlled if all risk factors are studied and treated accordingly. She has presented extensively in centers of excellence and will work alongside the hygiene and dental therapy team and restorative dentists to achieve long lasting stability for periodontal patients. Tania provides non-surgical and surgical treatments, both conventional and regenerative in periodontal and peri-implant diseases, alveolar bone augmentation and plastic periodontal surgery.

Dr Chris David Donaldson is a fully certified, Consultant trained, Specialist Orthodontist working in London and the South East of England. Chris trained in Orthodontics at Guy’s & St Thomas’ Hospital & Kingston Hospital in London. During his training he was awarded with an MSc from King’s College London and Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. Dr Donaldson then completed higher specialist training in managing more complex orthodontics and was awarded the Fellowship in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.

Dr Donaldson has been working as a Consultant in the NHS at a London Hospital since 2021, where he leads, trains and assesses a team of trainee orthodontists. His sub-specialist interests are in dento-facial orthopaedics and the digital, virtual planning of jaw/facial surgery. Dr Donaldson is a member of the European Orthodontic Society and the American Association of Orthodontists.

Chris’ work has been presented at national and international conferences and published in medical and orthodontic research journals; he is also the author of a chapter in a popular orthodontic textbook. Chris also reviews submissions to the Journal of Orthodontics and is an MSc Research Project Supervisor.

Chris’ clinical focus is on the use of orthodontics & dento-facial orthopaedics to enhance aesthetics and oral health outcomes through the delivery of precise and efficient care in a comfortable, relaxed environment. The following treatments are available at Portman Dental & Implant Clinic in Maidenhead:

- Clear Braces / Metal Braces

- Clear Aligners

- Temporary anchorage devices / Mini-implants

- Maxillary expanders

- Growth modification

- Early Intervention Orthodontics (< 12 years)

Chris enjoys cycling, competitive rowing and outdoor swimming.

Dr. Milan Shah graduated with honors from Cardiff University in 2019 earning a BDS degree. With a strong commitment to advancing his skills and knowledge, Dr. Shah has taken numerous postgraduate courses and trained under renowned experts in Cosmetic And Restorative Dentistry. He is currently enrolled in a Diploma For Clear Aligners with the City Of London Dental School.

His specialization in composite bonding and porcelain work, both at the front and back, underscores his dedication to providing high-quality cosmetic and functional dental care.

He utilises modern digital techniques such as 3D scanning, and collaborates with premier dental laboratories. This approach ensures a perfect blend of contemporary dentistry with time-honored practices.

Dr. Shah is passionate about enhancing smiles and boosting patients' confidence. His areas of expertise include Invisalign and orthodontics, composite bonding, veneers, and teeth whitening as well as general dentistry including crowns, bridges and composite fillings. He believes that a beautiful smile can transform lives, improving both personal and professional aspects. In addition to this a functional and pain free mouth can also greatly improve your quality of life and allow you to enjoy eating and speaking with ease.

Known for his calm and relaxed demeanor, Dr. Shah creates a soothing environment that puts his patients at ease. He understands that a tranquil atmosphere contributes to a positive dental experience.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Shah is an avid traveler, keen to explore new cultures. He enjoys skiing, snowboarding, and surfing, reflecting his love for adventure. Committed to holistic well-being, he practices healthy eating, daily meditation, and yoga, promoting a balanced and healthy lifestyle.