Originally from Portugal, Dr Silva brings experience and a personal, patient‑centred approach to dentistry.

Having trained alongside clinicians in Portugal and internationally, he continues to travel regularly to Portugal to collaborate with surgical teams, supporting the delivery of contemporary, evidence‑based care.

Dr Silva provides routine restorative treatments as well as rehabilitative procedures, where appropriate and within his clinical competence. He has a special interest in implants and has developed experience in placing and restoring dental implants through ongoing training and clinical practice, and takes a careful, evidence‑based approach to planning and treatment.

He aims to not only address current concerns but also on helping to prevent future problems, supporting patients to maintain good oral health over time. His philosophy is that dentistry should balance aesthetics with function to support long‑term oral health.

As Clinical Lead, Dr Silva heads the clinical team and regularly lectures to his peers at professional study groups. His commitment to continual learning and clinical leadership supports the delivery of up-to-date, evidence-based dental care.

Outside of the clinic, Dr Silva is a proud father of two and a keen musician with a love for blues and traditional Portuguese Fado.

Pranshu graduated in 1993 in Goa before undertaking further training in the UK in oral surgery. He has extensive experience working in hospitals and private practice, including involvement in research and teaching.

He joined Orchard Dental in 2017 and provides diagnosis and treatment for oral and dental conditions, jaw joint problems and facial pain. Pranshu carries out a wide range of oral surgical procedures, including wisdom tooth extraction, apicectomy, complex extractions and soft tissue surgery.

He also provides dental implant treatment, ranging from single-tooth implants to multiple implants and implant‑supported dentures. He is experienced in complex implant surgery, including bone and soft tissue grafting, sinus lift procedures and the management of peri‑implantitis. In addition, he provides root canal treatment and facial aesthetic procedures.

Pranshu was awarded a Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 1998 and is a visiting lecturer at BPP University, London.

Outside of work, he enjoys reading, travelling, martial arts and cooking.

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

Since 2021, Chris has worked as an NHS Consultant Orthodontist at a London hospital, where he leads, trains and assesses trainee orthodontists. His clinical interests include dento‑facial orthopaedics and digital planning for jaw and facial surgery.

Chris’s work has been presented at national and international conferences and published in orthodontic and medical journals. He is also the author of a chapter in an orthodontic textbook, reviews submissions for the Journal of Orthodontics and supervises MSc research projects.

His clinical practice includes clear and metal braces, clear aligners, temporary anchorage devices, maxillary expansion, growth modification and early intervention orthodontics for children under 12.

Outside of work, Chris enjoys cycling, competitive rowing and outdoor swimming.

Dr Saisuparna Takiar graduated from the University of Plovdiv in 2022 as a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) , and has been dedicated to delivering high-quality dental care ever since. Currently Sai is further advancing his expertise by undertaking a Master’s degree in Orthodontics at Ulster University, reflecting a strong commitment to continuous professional development.

With a particular passion for orthodontics, Sai is driven by the ability to transform smiles and positively impact patients’ confidence and quality of life. He takes pride in creating personalised treatment plans and ensuring each patient feels comfortable and supported throughout their journey. He will be able to offer both fixed braces and Aligners at our practice for all our patients who wish to improve their smile .

Outside of dentistry, Sai enjoys both watching and playing football with friends. A lifelong enthusiast of the sport, he also played at a competitive level in many football academies growing up such as Coventry City FC Football Academy.

Dr. Ines Do Carmo is a general dentist with a special interest in orthodontics. She graduated from the Superior Institute of Health Sciences Egas Moniz in Lisbon, Portugal, in 2012 and has continued to expand her knowledge through postgraduate training and international dental congresses.

She has experience with a variety of orthodontic systems, including self-ligating metal and ceramic brackets, conventional ceramic, and sapphire brackets. Ines regularly updates her skills to reflect the latest developments in dental care.

Qualified in 2012, she has managed cases across different growth and developmental stages, focusing on patient-centred care and modern techniques.

Outside of dentistry, Ines enjoys reading, playing the guitar, and spending time with her family and two chow chows.

Dr Sheila Chauhan is a Specialist Orthodontist with over 25 years of clinical experience.

After qualifying as a dentist from King's College London, she spent three years gaining experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery before undertaking specialist orthodontic training at the University of Sheffield. There, she was awarded a Master's degree in Orthodontics and Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Dr Chauhan founded and led Smile101 Specialist Orthodontic Centre, with practices in Windsor and Guildford, where she provided orthodontic treatment to adults, teenagers and children for more than two decades.

Her clinical interests include clear aligner treatment for teenagers and adults, including Invisalign First for younger patients, as well as early interceptive orthodontics to support jaw and dental development. A certified Invisalign provider since 2002, Dr Chauhan has achieved Invisalign Diamond Provider status and has completed more than 500 Invisalign cases, including Invisalign Full, Teen and First. She also provides treatment using a range of fixed appliances, including ceramic and metal braces.

As an Align Technology Peer-to-Peer Clinical Mentor, Dr Chauhan supports fellow clinicians across the UK in developing their clear aligner knowledge and digital workflows. She uses modern orthodontic technology to plan and monitor treatment and works closely with colleagues in periodontics and restorative dentistry to provide coordinated multidisciplinary care where appropriate.

Outside of practice, Dr Chauhan volunteers with the Smile Star charity and has taken part in dental outreach projects in East Africa, India and Jamaica. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, practising yoga and dancing.

Tania qualified from the Egas Moniz Institute in Lisbon in 2007 and also completed one year of training in Madrid at Universidade PIO X, where she received distinctions in paediatric and geriatric special care. She went on to complete a Master of Science (MSc) in periodontology in 2009.

Following this, Tania worked primarily in private practice while also contributing to her hometown hospital’s stomatology department, working alongside the surgical team. After moving to the UK, she completed a modular surgical periodontology programme and an implant residency, followed by an MClinDent degree in periodontology (Birmingham).

Tania focuses her practice on periodontology and takes an evidence‑based approach to managing periodontal disease, with an emphasis on identifying and addressing relevant risk factors. She has presented at a range of professional meetings and educational events, and works collaboratively with the hygiene, dental therapy and restorative teams to support long‑term periodontal health.

She provides non‑surgical and surgical periodontal treatments, including regenerative procedures, peri‑implant disease management, alveolar bone augmentation and plastic periodontal surgery.

Chandni is a General Dentist with a Special Interest in Endodontics, limiting her practice solely to endodontic referral work. After graduating from King's College London in 2013, she spent eight years building a broad foundation in general dentistry before completing her diploma in endodontics.

Chandni's true passion lies in saving natural teeth. To ensure the highest standard of care, she routinely utilizes advanced technology, including dental operating microscopes and CBCT 3D imaging. She takes great pride in resolving dental pain for her patients, tackling complex cases with a calm and reassuring approach. Known for her clear communication, Chandni excels at putting nervous patients at ease and ensuring they feel completely comfortable and informed throughout their treatment.

Chandni is an active member of the British Endodontic Society (BES) and regularly attends courses to stay up to date with the latest advancements in endodontics. Outside of the surgery, she loves travelling and spending time with her young family.

Mark studied dentistry at King’s College London and qualified in 1989. He initially worked in the maxillofacial departments at St George’s Hospital and Mayday Hospital (now Croydon University Hospital), where he developed his skills in surgical dentistry.

He joined Orchard Dental in 1995 and became a partner soon after. Throughout his career, Mark has undertaken ongoing professional development, including further study in endodontics and restorative dentistry.

Mark is a dentist with a special interest in endodontics and minimally invasive smile enhancement.

Outside of work, he is married with three daughters and enjoys football and cycling.

Jo 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 qualified from Guy’s Hospital in 1985. She has extensive experience in general dentistry, including three years serving with Her Majesty’s Forces. She later joined Boots in Piccadilly Circus when the practice opened, transferring to Maidenhead when she started her family.

Jo is committed to providing high‑quality care and building long‑standing relationships with her patients. Her calm and gentle approach is appreciated by many, including those who feel anxious about dental treatment. She focuses on offering appropriate and durable treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs.

To complement her dentistry, Jo began providing facial aesthetic treatments in 2007, with an emphasis on achieving natural‑looking results.

Outside of work, Jo enjoys spending time with her family. Much of her time is spent supporting her children’s sporting activities, and she can often be found walking the family dog in the countryside around Henley. She also enjoys rowing and recently reached the final in her local regatta.

Natasha graduated from King’s College London in 2006 and has since built a wealth of experience across both NHS and private dentistry in the UK. Her professional journey also took her to Mauritius, where she spent almost a decade running her own private dental practice, combining high-quality general dentistry with a personalised, patient-centred approach.

Passionate about creating positive dental experiences, Natasha believes that exceptional dentistry goes beyond clinical excellence — it is about building trust, understanding individual needs and helping every patient feel comfortable and confident in the dental chair. Known for her gentle manner and reassuring approach, she takes particular pleasure in caring for anxious patients and children, helping even the most nervous patients feel at ease.

Natasha enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, with a special interest in preventive care and minimally invasive aesthetic dentistry, including composite bonding. She is passionate about enhancing smiles through modern, conservative techniques that preserve natural tooth structure while achieving beautiful, natural-looking results. She also offers facial aesthetic treatments and is committed to continually developing her skills to provide patients with modern, thoughtful and personalised care.

Her passion for dentistry extends beyond the practice. During her years in Mauritius, Natasha actively contributed to community outreach initiatives, delivering oral health education to schoolchildren and participating in free dental screening and advice camps through Lions Club International. More recently, she has gone to local schools delivering oral health education presentations to primary school children.

Away from dentistry, family is at the heart of Natasha’s life. She loves travelling and creating memories with her two young sons, embracing outdoor adventures whenever possible, and enjoying long walks with her much-loved German Shepherd, Tyson. She also has a passion for fitness, cooking and music.

For Natasha, dentistry is about more than creating healthy, beautiful smiles — it is about making a genuine difference to how people feel, one patient at a time.

Pooja graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2011. Since then, she has gained a postgraduate certificate in endodontics from the University of Chester. With extensive experience in general dental practice, Pooja enjoys all aspects of general dentistry.

She aims to support nervous patients and build long‑lasting relationships with those she cares for, creating a calm and comfortable environment during appointments. In addition to general dentistry, Pooja provides facial aesthetic treatments and Invisalign Go. She is committed to ongoing professional development and aims to use conservative techniques that help preserve tooth structure.

Pooja completed a year‑long comprehensive restorative course in 2021 with Dr Basil Mizrahi and is currently undertaking further training in implant dentistry.

Originally from Scotland, Pooja moved to England after getting married in 2021. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys long walks, going to the gym, home cooking, travel and has recently taken an interest in golf.

Lama joined the UK dental register in 2022 after qualifying in dentistry from Damascus University in 2013. She has several years of experience, including training in oral surgery, which has helped shape her broad clinical background.

She aims to create a calm and supportive environment for her patients and provides care tailored to individual needs.

Dr Milan graduated with honours from Cardiff University in 2019 with a BDS degree. He has undertaken a range of postgraduate courses in cosmetic and restorative dentistry and is currently enrolled in a Diploma for Clear Aligners with the City of London Dental School. He has a particular interest in composite bonding and porcelain work for both anterior and posterior teeth.

He utilises digital techniques such as 3D scanning and works closely with dental laboratories to support accurate planning and treatment. Dr Milan enjoys helping patients improve the appearance of their smiles and provides a range of treatments including clear aligners, composite bonding, veneers, teeth whitening and general dentistry such as crowns, bridges and composite fillings. He also emphasises the importance of functional oral health in supporting everyday comfort and wellbeing.

Patients appreciate his calm and relaxed manner, which many find reassuring during their appointments.

Outside the clinic, Dr Milan enjoys travelling and exploring new cultures. He is a keen skier, snowboarder and surfer, and also maintains a focus on wellbeing through healthy eating, meditation and yoga.

Pardeep graduated from Charles University in Prague in 2007 and has since worked in private dental practices across the Surrey region. He has also worked as a vocational trainer for newly qualified dentists.

Pardeep has undertaken further training in restorative and aesthetic dentistry and is currently completing training in dental implant treatment.

He provides cosmetic dental treatments tailored to individual patients and has experience offering Invisalign.

He takes time to listen to patients and aims to help them feel comfortable during treatment. He has a particular interest in supporting nervous patients and can offer sedation where appropriate.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and keeping active.