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mydentist, The Ridgeway, Plympton Dentist in Plymouth

Meet the team at mydentist, The Ridgeway, Plympton

Your practice team

  • Lisa Lanfear Practice Manager

Your clinicians

  • Chidinma Nwamaka Okengwu
    Chidinma Nwamaka Okengwu GDP Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2022 BDS University of Benin 2008 GDC No: 292780

    Amaka qualified as a Dentist in 2008 from the University of Benin, Nigeria. She then started postgraduate training culminating in an Associate Fellowship from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria.She joined the South Brent team in May 2022 as a Dental Care Professional and is now fully registered with GDC as a Dentist having completed her UK qualification exams. Amaka is a member of both the Royal College of Surgeons England (Faculty of Dental Surgery) and the Royal College of Surgeons Ireland.She also has a Diploma in primary Care Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland.Amaka is able to cater to all your general dentistry needs and is passionate about providing her patients with the dental knowledge that enables an informed involvement in their oral healthcareHer hobbies include traveling and enjoying different culinary experiences.She looks forward to meeting you.

  • Dr Ailie Aviss-Monro
    Dr Ailie Aviss-Monro GDP Qualified from: BDS Lond 2001 GDC No: 79718

    Ailie graduated with BDS Honours from the university of London in 2001. Since 2001, she has spent her time in and around the Plymouth area where she had fallen in love with Dartmoor.Ailie has been at the Whitehouse since 2012, where she sees most of our young patients and families. She is a strong believer in prevention, and making a trip to visit us as fun as possible for all our children.Ailie has recently undertaken Invisalign Go! Training, and is now able to offer simple orthodontic treatment with clear braces. She is also able to provide a range of cosmetic treatments and particularly enjoys helping patients create the smile they have always wanted.Ailie is also a member of Denplan and {my}dentist Plan if you prefer to spread the costs of your dental care monthly.When not at work, Ailie can be found ferrying her 2 girls to various activities, chasing the dog around the woods or just relaxing with a good book!

  • Dr Reshmi Khimji
    Dr Reshmi Khimji GDP Qualified from: Grado en Odontologia University Alfonso X El Sabio 2018 GDC No: 280770

    Dr Reshmi Khimji graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Medical Biology from the University of Edinburgh, then completed her BDS in Dentistry at the European University of Madrid. After several years studying abroad, she returned to the UK and has called the Southwest home ever since. Reshmi has a strong clinical interest in orthodontics and teeth straightening. She is currently completing a Master’s Degree in Orthodontics at the University of Plymouth, enabling her to offer the latest evidence-based treatments to improve bites and enhance smiles. She also provides clear aligner treatment using ClearCorrect and enjoys guiding patients through comfortable, discreet straightening journeys tailored to their lifestyle. Many patients choose Reshmi for aligner treatment because of her attention to detail, clear communication, and supportive, step-by-step approach. Alongside orthodontics, Reshmi enjoys cosmetic dentistry and has completed a SmileFast course, enabling her to offer advanced composite veneer techniques that refresh and rejuvenate smiles. Outside the clinic, Reshmi sings and performs with her live band and enjoys exploring the beautiful coastal walks the South West has to offer.

  • Dr Richard Aldridge
    Dr Richard Aldridge GDP Qualified from: MFDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2005 BDS Lond 2002 GDC No: 81086

    Dr Richard Aldridge qualified in 2002 from Guy's Hospital in London and later gained membership to the Royal College of Surgeons in 2004. He moved to Plymouth in 2007 to be closer to the sea. The plan was to indulge his passion for scuba diving, although an energetic dog and a daughter have somewhat got in the way of this. In 2007, he embarked on several courses to deepen his interest in cosmetic dentistry and facial anaesthetics. These included courses in wrinkle relaxing injection, facial fillers and chemical peels, Invisalign braces and Six Month Smiles. In 2014, Richard completed a course at the Eastman Hospital for dental implant treatment. This is shortly to be followed by a course in sinus lift procedures. Richard was a regular in the Plymouth Herald, featuring in both the ‘ask the expert’ section and heading the ‘drop a decade’ makeover team. Richard offers both routine dentistry to his regular list of patients and increasingly implant-focused treatment plans to patients referred to him from within the company's own practices, as well as from external sources.

  • Dr Sagar Karandikar
    Dr Sagar Karandikar GDP Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2006 BDS Mumbai 2003 GDC No: 102587

    Dr Sagar Karandikar completed his BDS in Mumbai in 2003 and joined the company in 2006. Over the years, he has developed a reputation for high‑quality patient care and a calm, reassuring approach. From 2014 to 2020, he served as Lead Clinician at our Estover practice, where he also mentored newly qualified dentists as they transitioned into clinical practice. In 2021, he moved to our Plympton practice, continuing to provide comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages. He offers a wide range of treatments, including cosmetic fillings, teeth whitening, crowns, bridges, dentures, facial aesthetics and root canal therapy. Endodontics is an area he is particularly passionate about, and he completed a Master’s Degree in Endodontics at Plymouth University in 2024 to further enhance his expertise. Alongside his clinical work, Sagar completed a BSc (Hons) with the Open University in 2022, studying diverse scientific fields ranging from astronomy and genetics to quantum physics and evolutionary biology. He also contributes to dental education as a supervisor at the Peninsula School of Dentistry, helping train the next generation of clinicians. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys travelling, wildlife and photography, often combining all three during his time away from the clinic.

  • Caroline Abernethy
    Caroline Abernethy Hygienist Qualified from: Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Hygiene 1988 GDC No: 3558

    Caroline has worked within the {my}dentist family since 2012 and settled in the Plympton Practice in 2016 enjoying the variety of work it provides.Caroline has been a Plymouth resident for over 30 years with 2 grown children. Her hobby list is quite extensive but has a real passion for Tennis which she has been playing since the age of 11 years old. In the field of Dentistry, Caroline spent her first 13 years in the Royal Navy and subsequently in Plymouth at various mixed Practices having an interest in Periodontal Disease.Caroline prides herself on being understanding to all her patient’s dental requirements. Caroline enjoys a chat but will always listen sympathetically, putting patients at ease.

  • Emma Duncalf
    Emma Duncalf Hygienist Qualified from: BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy University of Plymouth 2020 GDC No: 258573

    Emma has worked in dentistry since 2013, qualifying as a Dental Therapist & Dental Hygienist in 2020 and joined the Crescent {my}dentist team as a Hygienist in April 2022. Emma has grown up in Devon and enjoys activities such as horse riding, dog walking and surfing. Emma tailors her dental hygiene appointments and treatment plans to the individual person, from anxious patients, patients that have never seen a dental hygienist before, to patients that have appointments every three months. Emma is passionate about providing people with the knowledge to empower themselves to take control of their oral health and overall wellbeing.

  • Dr Saba Sultan GDP Qualified from: BDS University of Central Lancashire 2024 GDC No: 321734

  • Rebecca Evans Hygienist GDC No: 189430

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