Dr Sam Laycock

Sam qualified in 1989, from Manchester Dental School. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry especially aesthetic restoration of teeth using minimally invasive techniques and implants to remove missing teeth. Sam is committed to continuous learning and regularly attends courses to develop skills such as aesthetic composite bonding to provide mini smile make overs.

Sam has been a local dentist for many years has many patients who come to see her from far and wide and for generations on.

In her spare time, Sam enjoys cooking, keeping fit, yoga and socialising with family and friends.

Dr Hetal Patel

Hetal graduated from Cardiff Dental School in 2006 and went on to gain her MJDS post graduate qualification. She provides all areas of general dentistry and particularly enjoys cosmetic dentistry such as Invisalign, whitening and composite bonding to create smile makeovers. She also provides facial aesthetics including Anti-wrinkle Injections and fillers, and treatments for teeth grinding, in a safe and ethical manner.

Hetal is a Clinical Teacher at King’s College London where she teaches Dentistry to Undergraduate students one day a week. This role ensures she keeps up to date with new clinical techniques and treatments, as well as the changing regulations within the profession.

As a mum of two girls, Hetal is great at putting our younger patients at ease and familiarising them within a dental environment.

In her spare time, she enjoys running, travelling and spending time with family and friends.

Eva Jerabkova DiS

Eva is a Dental Hygienist who qualified from Czech Republic in 2000. She joined St Margarets Dental practice in March 2018 and has worked closely with Sam and Hetal to provide a range of treatments, from professional mechanical plaque and stains removal to non-surgical periodontal treatment under local anaesthetic.

As a Dental Hygienist, Eva gives excellent advice and provides a high standard of professional care. She is enthusiastic in giving her patients oral health awareness. Eva is very passionate about her role and her philosophy is ‘prevention is better than cure’.

When Eva is not looking after the oral health welfare of her patients, she enjoys cooking, travelling, movies and yoga. You can find hygiene tips www.healthygumtips.co.uk

Natalie Siriwardena

Natalie trained as a paediatric nurse and worked as a staff nurse at west Middlesex Hospital. Her passion for further learning led her to train as a Dental Nurse and then onwards as a dental Hygienist at the Eastman Dental Hospital where she completed her diploma course from the Royal College of Surgeons in 2014.

Natalie regularly performs hygiene therapy and more advanced non-surgical periodontal treatments under local anaesthetic for patients suffering with advanced periodontal disease. She aims to continue further training within her field.

Natalie is kept busy with her young family but when she has some spare time, she loves to keep fit and attends yoga and swimming classes. As a keen traveller she has visited many cities and enjoys learning about their authentic cooking styles.

Lily McCaw

I am a qualified dentist from South America, whose professional title is recognised in the United Kingdom as a Dental Hygienist/Therapist. Since joining the practice in July, I have been committed to providing patients with the highest standard of care, focusing on prevention, patient education, and supportive periodontal treatment. I provide professional mechanical plaque removal (PMPR) and work closely alongside Sam and Hetal, to ensure that our patients receive consistent, comprehensive, and high-quality dental care. 

I am passionate about helping patients improve their oral health through clear advice, tailored treatment, and a supportive approach that encourages long-term prevention. 

 Outside of my professional life, I am a proud mother of two teenagers. In my spare time, I enjoy keeping active through yoga, Pilates, and going to the gym, which helps me maintain a healthy balance between work and family life. 

I am also a member of St Margaret’s Church, where I enjoy supporting the local community. I regularly help with teas and coffees on Wednesdays for elderly and housebound members of the community, which is something I find very rewarding.

Nikolina Koleva (Dip in Dental Nursing Level 3)

Qualified since 2021, Niki has been an invaluable member of the team since 2021. She is always happy to help our nervous patients and put them at ease during treatment. Her warm personality and huge smile are welcomed by all our patients.

During her free time she loves keeping active at the gym and spending time with her family.

Danielle Schleder (Trainee dental nurse)

A dedicated dental trainee nurse with a strong passion for health and wellbeing, Dani has seaminessly integrated with the dental team since joining in 2025.

She creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere and ensures every patient feels comfortable during their visit. Dani balances a busy professional life with an active lifestyle. Alongside her training, she is also a busy mum and values setting a positive example through hard work, resilience, and a healthy lifestyle.

Karen

Karen has been a pivotal part of the team since 2019. She has lived locally for many years and has had a variety of roles within the dental field which gives her a good understanding of how things are managed front of house.

When not working on reception, she will be found in a yoga studio and enjoys travel, visits to the theatre and cinema along with spending time visiting family in Ireland.

Kasia

Kasia is our Saturday Superhero! Enthusiastic and helpful she always makes sure while she is on the front desk that she lights up our patients weekends.

In her free time she’s a big lover of good movies and great books.

Gemma

Gemma has been part of our team since 2019. Her huge smile and bubbly personality makes our patients immediately comfortable when they arrive. When she is not found at reception, Gemma is a busy mum of two girls. In her spare time she love’s taking part in Park Runs together as a family, and a lover of musical theatre. Recently she has found a new passion as a swimming teacher since gaining her qualifications and is committed to bringing water confidence to young people and making a big splash.