The Aromaden Dental & Facial SpaTeam

Sanjiv Rikhi BDS
Sanjiv qualified from Liverpool Dental Hospital in 1990, with a Batchelor of Dental Surgery and worked in general Practice as a partner in a large Cheshire Practice. In 2000, he founded Aromaden in Teddington and gained the Certificate in Restorative Dentistry from the presitigious Eastman Institute of Dentistry in London. He then went on to pursue his passion for cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetics. He gained the Masters Level in cosmetic dentistry at the Rosenthal Institute, New York University in 2005. He has trained extensively in facial aesthetics and facial rejuvenation to complement his skills in cosmetic dentistry, and has been using the latest wrinkle smoothing techniques and products since 2004.

In 2006, he established his facial aesthetics practice in Cobham to complement his Teddington branch and he continues to study and takes courses to further develop his knowledge.

Jane Rikhi MRPharmS
Jane qualified from Manchester University in 1989 and became a qualified Pharmacist in 1990. In 1994, she gained a Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy and she has a total of 10 years experience in hospital and community pharmacy. In 2000 she joined forces with her husband, Dr Sanjiv Rikhi to help set up Aromaden Dental Practice. She has 9 years experience as the dental practice manager in Teddington and 3 years experience as the manager of the aesthetic facial spa in Cobham. Jane has extensive knowledge about dental and aesthetic treatments and regularly advises in both spa’s. She has also developed a great interest in skin care and is fully trained to use the IPL & Laser equipment for hair removal and skin rejuvenation.

Karim Verjee BDS MSc (implants) DipSed
Karim qualified in 1990 from the University of Bristol and worked within the hospital service and in general Practice. For a number of years he worked in s referral Practice in East Sussex providing oral surgery for patients referred in from other Practices in the region. In 1998 he gained his Diploma in Conscious Sedation from Guy’s Hosp[ital. In 1999 he completed a year long postgraduate course in implant dentistry at the Eastman Dental Institute and thereafter a two year MSc programme in implant dentistry at Guy’s Hospital. Karim has benefitted from sound academic and practical experience in the field of implant dentistry.

Kostas Papadopoulos BDS, MDentSci Rest Dent
Aromaden Dental Spa is pleased to announce the addition of Dr Kostas Papadopoulos to our practice.
With Greek ancestry, Kostas was born and brought up in Moscow. He graduated with Honours from Moscow Medical University in 2002.

In 2004 he relocated to the UK where he completed an advanced training in restorative dentistry at the prestigious Leeds Dental Institute, graduating with Masters Degree with Merit.

For the past four years Kostas has been working in a private practice in Harrogate, a beautiful spa-town in the North of England.

Kostas enjoys all aspects of clinical dentistry having a particular interest in complex cosmetic and restorative procedures as well as in the field of implant dentistry that deals with replacement of missing teeth.
He is a committed believer in lifelong learning; his dental studies have taken him to Seattle, Tampa Bay, Los Angeles and Paris.
Kostas has trained with some of the most talented dentists in the world like Dr Peter Dawson at the Dawson Academy in Florida and Dr Frank Spear at the Seattle Institute for Advanced Dental Education.

Kostas is multilingual, speaking Russian and conversational Greek.

Kostas is experienced in different aspects of dentistry and his approach is to make sure patients feel at ease while undergoing dental treatment, as well as providing treatment to the highest standard.
Outside work Kostas enjoys an active lifestyle being a keen skier and a beginner golfer.
Kostas will provide you with an exceptional customer care and a high standard of clinical dentistry you have been experiencing at the Aromaden Dental Spa.

Hennie van Jaarsveld BChD 1979, MChD 1985
Dr van Jaarsveld graduated in 1979, and as a specialist in Periodontics (with honours) in 1985 at the University of Pretoria. In 1987 he obtained his diploma in Implants at Sheffield. Since then he has been lecturing at Pretoria University, and as an examiner for pre & post graduate students. His skills include placement of different implant systems. Hennie fulfils the role of diagnosing and treating diseases of the gums and supporting tissues. He is married and has 2 sons and a daughter. Hennie’s interests include breeding miniature horses, for which he has received numerous international awards.

Jaime Brain Dip. CDT RCS
Jaime qualified from Cardiff University as a Dental Technician in 2002 where he was awarded apprentice of the year. He joined a successful cosmetic denture clinic in Somerset in 2005. Jaime then went on to graduate in Clinical Dental Technology, first from George Brown College in Toronto in 2008, where he achieved the highest grade, and then from the Royal College of Surgeons in London that same year.

Jaime has been working with dentures since 1997 and is highly experienced in providing cosmetic dentures to his patients by giving advice in a friendly, caring and professional manner. Jaime’s advanced knowledge helps him solve even the most challenging of denture problems and offers that much needed reassurance that the dentures he creates will more than meet with his patients’ expectations.

He takes great satisfaction and pride from seeing the difference that his work can make to his patients.

Marguerite Pease. E.D.H.
Marguerite qualified at Leeds Dental Hospital in 1993 and she was awarded 'Best Student Award for Best Overall UK Achievement' both in Academic and Clinical in 1993.She has worked in a wide variety of dental practices; cosmetic and specialist based and has been an extremely popular, gentle, caring hygienist at Aromaden for 4 years. She has a relaxed, friendly personality and provides thorough, effective hygiene treatments with very little discomfort. Marguerite has build up a very loyal client base and is often requested for by name because of her great rapport with clients.

Amanda Holliday. E.D.H., Dip PT.
Amanda qualified at Kings College Dental Hospital in 1989 and has worked in specialist periodontal clinics throughout her career. In order to stay at the forefront of her profession she has attended numerous courses and conferences on the latest developments in treatments and technology. Amanda has a talent for helping patients feel relaxed and comfortable with her gentle touch and empathetic manner. Her hobbies include tennis, fitness training and travel.

Annette Quamina E.D.H
Annette joined our team in 2008, having qualified from Liverpool University Dental Hospital in 2003 where she was awarded the Tutor’s Prize for her studies. Her areas of expertise include; fresh breath programme, screening & monitoring of oral health, dietary guidance, smoking cessation counselling, plaque microscopy and the care of clients under Specialist management and undergoing complex treatment programmes. Annette is particularly interested in the treatment of nervous and anxious patients. Her patients feel at ease and well looked after due to her cheerful demeanour, calm nature and excellent communication skills. She is committed to lifelong learning and attends numerous courses both in the UK and abroad. She is a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and is the Council Representative for the London Regional Group Annette provides tailored hygiene programmes, treatment and of the British Society of Dental Hygiene & Therapy. Outside of work, she plays netball in a Commonwealth UK League team and is also a keen skier.

Caroline Oswald EDH
Caroline qualified at Manchester Dental Hospital in 1998. At her graduation, she was awarded ‘The best student in Clinical Dental Hygiene’ and ‘Overall Achievement 1998’.
Throughout her career Caroline has worked within specialist Periodontal, Orthodontic and Cosmetic Dental Clinic’s both overseas and here in the U.K.
Caroline joined the Aromaden team in 2006. Recently back from maternity leave she makes a very welcome return to the practice. Her warm and friendly personality instantly makes patients feel at ease. With her gentle, but thorough approach to treatment, Caroline proves very popular with our patients here at Aromaden.
As part of our Continuing Professional Development programme she regularly attends courses and conferences for the latest information in new treatments and technology.
Outside of work Caroline’s interests are her family, theatre, live music and shopping!

Kymberly Tiller
Qualified beauty therapist with over 5 years experience.Kymbery is an excellent, conscientious and caring therapist. She specialises in Guinot facial treatments, waxing treatments using the Lycon Hot Wax and Hot Stone Massage. Kymberly loves her job and loves to give all her clients 100% when performing treatments. Kymberly is also fully trained in MD Formulations, Omnilux, DiamondTome microdermabrasion, IPL & Laser treatments.

Louise Lavan
Q ualified beauty therapist with over 20 years experience. Louise is an excellent, friendly, caring and popular therapist. She specialises in Aromatherapy Associates massage treatments, including pregnancy treatments and deep tissue massage. Louise is great at putting people at ease and tailoring her treatments to individual needs. She is also fully trained in MD Formulations, Omnilux, DiamondTome microdermabrasion, Guinot treatments and IPL & Laser treatments.