Meet the Team – Brackley

Has specialist interest in Invisalign, orthodontics, cosmetic and endodontics dentistry.

Chris leads the Brackley orthodontics unit and brings his wealth of knowledge to the practice, benefiting colleagues and patients. Chris joined the Dentalcare group in 2016. Originally qualifying at the respected Pretoria University, Chris went on to undertake specialist training and believes in a lifetime learning.

Chris is currently on a course and has a special interest in Endodontics. Part of the fine blend of orthodontic and cosmetic dentistry he offers to all who visits him.

Has specialist interest in Smilealign and  cosmetic dentistry.

Dr Vijay Selvanathan graduated from the University of London and has since worked as a general dentist acquiring a comprehensive knowledge of all areas in dentistry.

He aims to provide a high standard of dental care in a relaxed, friendly and efficient atmosphere, keeping in touch with current techniques through regular continuing development courses.

Vijay practices minimal intervention pain-free dentistry and considers it important to discuss all treatment options with his patients so that they are in a position to make informed choices. Vijay also has a keen interest in delivering cosmetic treatments.

If you would like to improve the appearance of your smile, Vijay is happy to help.

Has specialist interest in orthodontics.

Mariana graduated from University of Coimbra, Portugal, a leading medical studies centre and joined Dentalcare Group in 2018.

Mariana’s interest in Orthodontics led to a Master orthodontics course starting in 2019, along with courses in other areas, ensuring her skills are at the highest level. Mariana’s skills with nervous patients are equally helpful, always with a kind and helpful approach. She speaks English, Portuguese and Spanish.

Has specialist interest in performance and emotional coaching.

Nicola initially joined Dentalcare, Brackley as a full time Receptionist in May 2016, and was promoted to Practice Co-ordinator in September 2016. Since then she was promoted again in November 2018 and appointed as Practice Manager. Nicola brings over three years of dentistry experience to the practice and has built a strong rapport with the local community and with our patients who are happy to see a familiar friendly face who empathises with any of the dental concerns and more than willing to help with their enquiries. Nicola has welcoming approach both staff and patients and encourages a relaxed atmosphere for all. She is very much the heart of the practice. She is totally committed to the duty of care of patients and do her upmost to provide a well-run and efficient service.

Teeky qualified as a Dental Nurse with his Advanced Level 3 in 2015. Teeky joined the Dentalcare group 2019, as one of our newest members of the team, he brings his previous experience of Head Nurse and Nurse trainer to the practice and has a wealth of knowledge, motivation and enthusiasm to his role. He is very adaptable, helps reassure patients and puts them at ease. He is always willing to help and his positive attitude is welcomed by the patients and staff.

Diane joined the Dentalcare Group in September 2016 as our receptionist. Diane has over 20 years experience working within Dental practices and is the first point of contact for our patients.

Diane has a friendly calming personality to welcome the patients and her wealth of knowledge and reassurance is welcomed by the patients. She has many years of working alongside our health professionals and is very much a valued member of the team helping them to deliver an important service. A very caring empathetic approach helps to install confidence with our nervous patients.