Meet the Team

Dr Kishore Gowda is the Principal Dentist and owner of Wimbledon Dental and Implant Centre, where he specialises in delivering exceptional dental care that blends artistry, advanced technology, and precision. With over 15 years of experience practicing dentistry in the UK, Dr. Gowda brings a high level of expertise and clinical excellence to every treatment. With a strong emphasis on comfort and long-lasting results, he helps patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles they are proud to show off.

Dr. Gowda custom designs treatment plans to suit each patient’s individual needs, goals, and preferences, ensuring truly personalised care. He is particularly skilled at working with nervous or anxious patients, creating a calm, reassuring environment where every patient feels safe and confident. Every treatment is thoughtfully planned, every patient is personally cared for, and every smile is treated as unique. His approach focuses not only on outstanding clinical outcomes, but also on clear communication, trust, and a comfortable experience from start to finish so patients feel empowered throughout their smile journey.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Gowda is passionate about creating fine art and keeping fit, reflecting his belief in creativity, precision, and balance both in his professional and personal life.

Dr. Ammar Al Hakeem graduated in 2013 from Ajman University. He is fluent in English, with Arabic as his native language, enabling him to communicate effectively with a diverse range of patients.

Ammar is a strong advocate of a holistic approach to dentistry, focusing on preventive solutions while delivering the highest standard of care. He takes pride in continuously enhancing his skills and ability to provide a wide array of treatment options.

His expertise spans from single-tooth replacements to full-mouth dental implant rehabilitation, general dentistry, and pain management. As a Platinum Elite Provider for Invisalign teeth straightening, Ammar specialises in offering Invisalign clear aligners to his patients.

Ammar’s professional and approachable chairside manner helps put patients at ease, allowing him to prioritise their well-being. Many patients appreciate his ability to alleviate their anxiety during treatments, leading to a loyal following.

Ammar is committed to his professional growth and actively participates in the education and training of overseas dentists aiming to practice in the UK.

In his leisure time, Ammar enjoys outdoor expeditions and adrenaline sports, as well as swimming and socialising with family and friends.

His passion for both dentistry and personal development drives him to excel in his field while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

Dr Claudio is a graduate of Sapienza University of Rome, Italy. Although he appreciates all areas of dentistry, his main passion lies in cosmetic dentistry. He has a strong interest in creating natural, aesthetically pleasing results through treatments such as crowns and composite bonding, always aiming to enhance each patient’s smile while preserving harmony and function.

Alongside dental aesthetics, he is also keen on facial aesthetics, as he believes a beautiful smile is best complemented by balanced facial features. He is committed to continuous learning and refining his skills to deliver high-quality, modern treatments tailored to each individual.

Dr Faiza Ansari is a Facial Aesthetics Practitioner with over 6 years of clinical experience in the UK. She holds a Level 7 Diploma in Clinical Aesthetic Injectable Treatments from Harley Academy and is known for her safe, precise, and evidence-based approach.

Her work focuses on natural, refined results through full-face harmonisation and preventative ageing, with a strong emphasis on subtle enhancement and not over-treating.

Dr Ansari offers advanced treatments including botulinum toxin, dermal fillers, skin boosters, polynucleotides, and Obagi medical-grade skincare, alongside tailored Obagi facials.

Outside of clinic, she enjoys spending time with her daughters and travelling.

Sophie qualified as a dental nurse in May 2005 at St Mary’s Hospital, London. Since then, she has worked in various dental practices, gaining experience in oral surgery and dental implants. She was also a specialist dental nurse for six years, working with maxillofacial surgeons, periodontists and endodontists.

Sophie joined the practice in 2017 in the role of Practice Manager. With her vast knowledge of dentistry and pleasant, friendly nature, she provides excellent patient care and is happy to answer any questions on our treatments and services.

Outside of work, Sophie loves adrenaline sports and has done many challenges for charity, including sky diving, abseiling down Twickenham Stadium and bungee jumping. She would like to achieve her A license for solo sky diving and eventually progress to BASE jumping one day!

Dannii joined our practice in September 2023 as a trainee dental nurse starting her journey into the industry.

Dannii is a caring and empathetic dental nurse, and loves helping every patient achieve their dental goals.

Outside of dentistry, Dannii has extensive knowledge in fabrics and sewing machines, and has worked with them since she was young. She is a dab hand with a needle and loves designing her own clothing range.

In her spare time, Dannii loves baking and cake decoration, and has amazing skills with fondant icing and marzipan – she makes animals come to life! She also likes to keep fit with pilates and Zumba classes.