Meet our team
All our dentists adhere to the rules governing the profession under strict guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC) “Standards for Dental Professionals”.
Dentists
Dr. Paaras Dhanani
Principal Dentist
GDC number: 85665
Dentist BDS MJDF RCS (Eng) PGCert (Dent Ed)
Dr Paaras Dhanani, joined New Road Dental after qualifying from Manchester in 2005 and became joint principal with Dr Nimesh Patel in 2007. He has since undergone advanced training in cosmetic, orthodontics (Invisalign and Six Month Smiles) and implant dentistry with some of the most renowned dentists in the USA and UK. He has recently expanded his knowledge in comprehensive care with renowned Dawson Academy. He has been awarded a diploma from the Royal College of Surgeons and completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Education bringing a wealth of expertise to New Road Dental in Croxley Green. He is committed to providing the most advanced techniques in aesthetic dentistry to all his patients and enjoys creating beautiful smiles. He enjoys providing comprehensive care by paying close attention to the health of of the chewing muscles and the jaw joints as well as the teeth and gums. The result is the creation of beautiful smiles. With his love of dentistry and teaching, Paaras has been training new graduates since 2010. Practicing in the area, he feels like part of the community and is dedicated to helping his patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. At New Road Dental his vision is of providing the levels of care and service that he himself would wish to receive, and has gathered a talented team who are dedicated to delivering a first class experience. He is a keen sportsman and while enjoying both playing and watching football and cricket, he has recently developed a passion for snowboarding.
Dr Paaras Dhanani and Dr Nimesh Patel took on a second practice in Westminster area in 2015 and work between both practices.
Paaras works on a Monday and Wednesday at New Road. He also works two Fridays a month and one Saturday of a month. On Tuesday and Thursday you can find him at our Central London Practice – Bell Yard Dental.
Dr Nimesh Patel
Principal Dentist
GDC number: 83784
Dentist BDS MJDF RCS (Eng) PGCert (Dent Ed)
Dr Nimesh Patel qualified from Guys, Kings and St Thomas’ Dental School in 2004, and became joint owner in 2007 with Dr Paaras Dhanani. Nimesh has developed a reputation in Croxley Green as a gentle, empathetic and knowledgeable dentist. His additional qualifications have gained him a membership to the Royal College of Surgeons. They also include a certificate in Dental Education, an area in which he is closely involved with to this day. Over the past nine years Nimesh has successfully provided superior quality, aesthetically pleasing and comfortable dentistry to hundreds of patients, making him a highly sought after clinician in the area. He has a wide range of experience which include, whitening, implants and invisalign straightening as well as preventive care. His passion for dentistry lies in his philosophy in providing care based on comprehensive examination and planning. This approach pays close attention to the health of the whole masticatory system of facial muscles and jaw joints as well as the teeth and gums. The result is the creation of beautiful smiles that are designed to last and be naturally harmonious with the patients function. Nimesh enjoys keeping fit, reading and spending time with his young family.
Nimesh works Tuesday and Thursday at New Road and one Saturday a month. On Monday and Wednesday you can find him at our Central London Practice – Bell Yard Dental.
Dr Raoul Patel
Dentist
GDC number: 154782
Dentist BDS MJDF RCS (Eng)
Dr Raoul Patel joined the practice in 2010. He qualified from Guys, kings and St Thomas’ Dental school in 2008. He has established himself as a caring and friendly dentist, and has gained a reputation as a very approachable dentist who is always willing to listen to his patient’s concerns. Raoul has a particular interest in cosmetic procedures. Having completed a 1 year certificate course in “contemporary restorative and Aesthetic dentistry”, Raoul continues to enhance his skills with postgraduate training with lectures and courses, and has extensive experience in placing cosmetic porcelain and ceramic restorations. He has gained a reputation for being passionate about his cosmetic work and attention to detail.
Raoul is currently undertaking a Masters in endodontics, allowing him to take on more complex root canal treatments which we would normally refer out to another dental practice.
In his spare time, Raoul is a keen sportsman, enjoying Football, Cricket, and golf. He has also developed a love for skiing, having been to resorts in the French and Swiss Alps, and Bulgarian Mountains in the last few years.
Dr Jinita Popat
Dentist
GDC number: 244267
Dentist BDS (University of Birmingham)
Dr Jinita Popat qualified from the University of Birmingham and joined the New Road Dental team in 2013. Her friendly manner allows her to make patients feel at ease. She takes great care to ensure that every visit to the dentist is as pleasant as possible.
She enjoys treating children and nervous patients and wants to ensure that every child visiting the practice has a positive experience and will return confidently the next time they come.
In her spare time Jinita enjoys making and decorating cakes and dance classes.
Dr Kishan Lakhani
Dentist
GDC number: 211129
BChD (Leeds)
Hygienists
Christine Braglia
Hygienist
GDC number: 3382
CEB Cert in Dental Hygiene 1987
Christine joined the practice in 2008 and qualified from Guys Hospital in 1987 and has worked in general dental practice ever since. I have always been passionate about preventing dental disease and this is still an ongoing mission. New Road Dental Practice is a family practice and it’s great to see all generations and help them in their quest for healthy mouths.
Gum disease is still a very serious condition that leads to more tooth loss than any other. In building a relationship with the patient based on trust and helpful advice it is possible to eliminate or lessen the impact of this condition. I seek to help my patients learn everything they need to know to help them through this. I always aim to give practical advice and this is very open to change depending on each person’s needs and lifestyle. I have learnt over the years that there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to dentistry.
I have successfully treated many dental phobic patients over the years and find it very satisfying to give them back control in what was previously a very stressful situation.
On a more personal note I am married and have one son. We enjoy the ‘good life’ in Harefield by growing most of our vegetables and keeping chickens. We also like travelling and some of my best travel destinations have been as a result of helpful advice from my patients!
Dimple Gorsia
Hygienist
GDC number: 211989
Dimple returned to New Road Dental in 2022 working 4 days per week.