ABOUT US

OUR HISTORY

We are a private dental clinic and our aim is to provide the highest standard of general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry to the local community. Our surgery is equipped with the latest technology. We understand that a dental visit can be quite a stressful experience and try to ensure that we provide a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere; our home-like interior will make you forget that you have stepped into a dental clinic. We are a small family-run clinic, so you can expect personal attention to every aspect of your dental care.

MEET THE TEAM

Andrey Mirzoyan

PRINCIPAL DENTIST GDC NUMBER 85580

DDS Riga Stradins University 1999

Dr Andrey Mirzoyan is the Principal Dentist at High Street Dental Clinic. He has worked in general dentistry for more than 20 years qualifying from Riga Stradins University, Latvia in 1999. Andrey has worked in a Private Dental Practice in Riga for 6 years before relocating with his family to the UK in 2005. He has worked in several busy dental practices, enabling him to gain experience in many different areas of dentistry. He undertook various training courses to improve the skills to the highest standard.

Andrey has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry (veneers, crowns, smile makeover), prosthodontics (restoration of teeth) and endodontics (treatment of root canals).Andrey has a quiet and gentle manner. He is unlikely to involve in long general conversation, but instead will spend time explaining different treatment plans and benefits of each of them. The most common feedback about the treatment provided by Andrey is gentle and caring.

Rahim Kanji

IMPLANT TREATMENT GDC NUMBER 103150

BDS University of Manchester 2006

Dr Rahim Kanji qualified from the University of Manchester in 2006 and has since concentrated in honing his skills in the fields of cosmetic dentistry and dental implantology. His work is typified by an exceptional level of professionalism, which extends to a strong focus on continued professional development and keeping up to date with the latest advances and techniques.

Rahim’s attitude to patient care is very simple. “I believe in treating my patients in the way I would wish to be treated myself. This might sound obvious, but when helping a patient make a decision, it’s important to me personally that they understand every aspect of their proposed treatment. This way I can be sure that they have complete confidence in their treatment decision and my skills.”

Karine Sarkisyan

PRACTICE ADMINISTRATOR

BSc Moscow Academy of Economics and Law 1999

Karine has been working at High Street Dental Clinic since the first day we opened. She is responsible for planning, organisation and administration of the practice. Please do not hesitate to speak to her if you have any questions or concerns on any aspect of High Street Dental Clinic.“As a Practice Administrator, I am responsible for the day-to-day running of the clinic, staff management and patient satisfaction. We love our work and it is important to us that you enjoy your treatment experience in our clinic.”

Paula Lindsay

DENTAL HYGIENIST GDC NUMBER 4601

Diploma Liverpool Dental Hospital 1994

Paula Lindsay is a dedicated Dental Hygienist. She qualified in 1994 from Liverpool School of Dental Hygiene and has since divided her time at a private dental practice and a busy NHS practice in the area. She educates her patients in all oral hygiene matters, encouraging and guiding them towards better oral health. Her calm and enthusiastic manner enables her patients to maintain good understanding in oral health in order for them to keep their teeth stable (hopefully) for life.

She has a wealth of experience in patient management, dental implant care and can offer her services to those who need simple routine maintenance and to those of more complex needs.Paula ensures her professional excellence is kept up to date with regular training and attending enhancing courses.

Katie Wood

DENTAL ASSISTANT GDC NUMBER 135229

Verified Experience in Dental Nursing

Katie joined our team as a dental assistant in September 2019 with over 20 years’ experience working in the NHS. Having a wealth of experience, Katie enjoys continuing her professional development and training, keeping up to date with the latest changes. Her role in our clinic is to assist Andrey and Paula and to ensure that the surgery complies with the highest hygiene standards all times.

Katie is a very caring and approachable person, and has a talent to put people at ease.“I fell into dental nursing by chance about 24 years ago and never looked back, I love my job! I’ve worked at High Street Dental Clinic covering holidays in the past and enjoyed it so much, as soon as I heard there was a permanent position available I jumped at the chance to join this amazing team. I felt right at home the minute I stepped into the surgery and look forward to getting to know patients and colleagues alike.”

Jana Sparks

DENTAL ASSISTANT / RECEPTIONIST GDC NUMBER 298219

Diploma in Dental Nursing 2021

Jana has recently joined the practice as a dental receptionist but has already become an invaluable part of our team. After working at Tesco’s Head Office in Prague and then living in Thailand, China and Australia for nearly 6 years, Jana and her family relocated to the UK. Here, she decided to refocus her career on dentistry and we are very happy that she joined our team at High Street Dental Clinic. Jana is responsible for coordinating the dentist's and hygienist’s schedules, for organising patients’ records and keeping them updated.

She will assist you from the moment you enter our clinic. If you have any questions regarding your appointments, financial arrangements or future treatments, please speak to Jana, she will make sure you feel comfortable and assured in our clinic.“I have never imagined working in a dental clinic, but I have really enjoyed my time working with and supporting the small professional team here."