We are Inspire
When you visit Inspire dental practice in London, our priority is your smile and dental health. Our entire team of highly qualified private dentists is dedicated to providing you with personalized, gentle, and relaxed care for all your dental needs. Our principal dentist has undertaken extensive additional training and certifications to ensure you receive the best modern care using state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful, long-lasting smiles!

FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL DENTIST
Dr Umeen Fatima
Meet Dr. Umeen Fatima
Dr. Umeen Fatima is a highly experienced dentist with over 20 years of clinical experience, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care with a strong focus on restorative and aesthetic dentistry. After obtaining her primary dental qualification in Pakistan and successfully completing the overseas qualifying examinations in the UK, she has continued to advance her skills through extensive postgraduate education and professional training.
Dr. Fatima has developed a special interest in aesthetic and restorative dentistry, combining clinical precision with an artistic eye to help patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. She is passionate about creating natural-looking results while ensuring patients feel informed, comfortable, and involved throughout their treatment journey.
She has also gained valuable hospital experience working within the Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery departments at Whipps Cross University Hospital, further strengthening her clinical expertise in oral surgery and complex patient care.
Her postgraduate qualifications and advanced training include:
• PGDip in Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry
• AssocFCGDent
• PGCert in Implant Dentistry
• Certified Invisalign Provider
• SmileFast Certified Provider
• Certificate in Facial Aesthetics
Known for her warm and patient-centred approach, Dr. Fatima believes every patient deserves a personalised treatment experience. She takes time to carefully discuss all available options and works closely with specialist colleagues when needed to ensure each treatment plan is tailored to the individual’s needs and goals. Her collaborative and comprehensive approach allows patients to receive the highest standard of care and achieve long-lasting, predictable results.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Fatima enjoys leading an active and balanced lifestyle. She is passionate about fitness, enjoys early morning runs, and regularly practices mindfulness and breathwork to support overall wellbeing. She also loves spending quality time with her beloved Maltipoo, Truffle.
Dr. Fatima warmly welcomes patients to Inspire Dental, conveniently located at 500 Edgware Road. With her extensive experience, dedication to excellence, and compassionate approach, she looks forward to helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles in a comfortable and welcoming environment.
B Dent Sc 2004 MJDF 2009
GDC Number: 68661
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GENERAL & RESTORATIVE DENTIST
Dr Asif Manjlai
Dr Asif Manjlai is an experienced UK dentist with a strong focus on advanced restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry. He is passionate about combining modern digital dentistry with a calm, patient-centred approach to deliver high-quality, long-lasting treatment outcomes.
With extensive experience in smile rehabilitation, dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, and aesthetic dentistry, Dr Manjlai believes in creating treatment plans that are both functional and natural-looking. He takes pride in explaining procedures clearly and ensuring patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout their dental journey.
Dr Manjlai has a particular interest in digital dentistry and regularly uses advanced technologies including intraoral scanning, guided implant workflows, and modern restorative techniques to improve precision, comfort, and efficiency for patients.
Known for his gentle and approachable manner, he treats every patient with honesty, professionalism, and attention to detail. His philosophy is centred around preserving natural teeth wherever possible while helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles they can maintain for years to come.
Outside dentistry, Dr Manjlai has a long-standing passion for aviation and flying. He enjoys flying Cessna aircraft and has a keen interest in model aviation and remote-controlled planes. He values the precision, discipline, and focus involved in aviation, qualities that also reflect his approach to dentistry and patient care.
He is also passionate about reading and enjoys exploring books on personal development, history, human behaviour, and inspiring life stories. His love for reading reflects his belief in continuous learning, personal growth, and maintaining a broad perspective both professionally and personally.
Dr Manjlai is passionate about continuous development, innovation, and creating a positive experience for every patient visiting the practice.
B Dent Sc 2004 MJDF 2009
GDC Number: 68661
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ASSOCIATE & RESTORATIVE DENTIST
Dr Katherine Ooi
Dr. Katherine is a highly experienced General Dental Practitioner who graduated with Honours in Bachelor of Dental Surgery from King’s College Hospital London. She was also awarded the prestigious Evelyn Sprawson Prize for excellence in dentistry in association with the Royal College of Surgeons of England, recognising her outstanding achievement in her Licentiate in Dental Surgery degree.
Following qualification, she spent three years working at King’s College Hospital within the Paedodontics and Orthodontics Departments, while also undertaking weekly sessions in Adult Restorative Dentistry. It was during this time that she developed a strong clinical foundation and a deep appreciation for comprehensive patient care. She later found her professional home at Inspire Dental, where she has proudly cared for generations of loyal patients for over thirty years, many of whom continue to travel from near and far for her trusted and compassionate approach.
Committed to delivering high-quality dentistry with a holistic philosophy, she believes in treating every patient with care, attention, and understanding. Her particular interests lie in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, as well as periodontics, and she continues to embrace advancements in modern dentistry and technology to provide the very best outcomes for her patients.
Outside of dentistry, she has a deep appreciation for the arts, culture, and architecture. She enjoys attending the opera and music halls, with a particular love for classical and chamber music, and frequently visits galleries, museums, and outdoor art installations. An enthusiastic gardener with a passion for cultivating Japanese acers, she also looks forward each year to supporting the National Open Gardens Scheme in aid of charity. In her spare time, she enjoys reading non-fiction, biographies, and autobiographies, alongside keeping active through long walks and yoga.
B Dent Sc 2004 MJDF 2009
GDC Number: 68661
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PAEDIATRIC DENTIST & SEDATIONIST
Dr Saika Reshi
Saika Reshi is a distinguished paediatric dentist devoted to nurturing bright, healthy smiles—particularly among children with special needs. Combining clinical excellence with genuine compassion, she is a steadfast advocate for each child’s oral health and overall well-being. Driven by a passion for positive early experiences, Dr. Reshi pairs advanced training with an instinctive ability to put children at ease, transforming dental visits into reassuring, even enjoyable moments.
Her empathetic understanding of the challenges faced by children with additional needs allows her to build trust effortlessly with both patients and parents, creating an environment that is calm, inclusive, and deeply supportive.With a highly personalised approach, she tailors every treatment to the individual, ensuring comfort, confidence, and lasting positive associations with dental care.
In Dr. Reshi’s care, children are not only treated—they are understood, supported, and guided towards a lifetime of healthy smiles.
BDS, MSc, MJDF (RSCENG), DepSED
GDC Number: 174115
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HYGIENIST
Muna Abdul Rahman
Muna is a UK-registered dentist who also works as a hygienist — a role she genuinely loves and feels deeply passionate about. For her, dentistry has always been about more than just the clinical side of treatment; it’s about people, trust, and helping patients feel comfortable and confident in their smiles again.
Known for her warm and approachable nature, she finds the greatest reward in supporting patients through their dental journey — whether that means relieving pain, restoring confidence, or simply making someone feel at ease during their visit. Her caring approach, combined with her dedication to patient wellbeing, allows her to build meaningful connections and create a positive experience for everyone she treats.
Outside of the clinic, she enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle through the gym, Pilates, and swimming. In her downtime, she loves relaxing with a good film or enjoying a visit to the theatre, appreciating creativity and storytelling just as much as the human connection at the heart of her profession.
BDS, MSc, MJDF (RSCENG), DepSED
GDC Number: 174115
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HEAD NURSE
Pushpa Ale
Pushpa is a qualified dental nurse holding NEBDN certification, alongside advanced dental nursing qualifications and an ISC General Nursing Certificate. Dedicated, compassionate, and highly professional, she is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and creating a calm, supportive environment where patients feel comfortable and reassured throughout their experience.
Committed to continuous professional development, she brings both clinical expertise and a genuinely caring approach to her role, believing that empathy, attentiveness, and trust are essential to quality care.
Outside of dentistry, she has a strong passion for travelling, music, and the arts, with a particular appreciation for creativity and self-expression in all its forms. Her warm personality and creative outlook allow her to connect naturally with people and bring a thoughtful, human touch to everything she does.
BDS, MSc, MJDF (RSCENG), DepSED
GDC Number: 174115
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SENIOR NURSE
Rohina Ibrahimi
Meet Rohina, a qualified dental nurse with NEBDN certification, trained as both an Oral Health Educator and Fluoride Applicator. Passionate about patient care and preventative dentistry, she is dedicated to helping patients feel informed, comfortable, and confident in maintaining their oral health.
With a strong focus on education and prevention, Rohina takes pride in supporting patients with practical oral health advice and encouraging positive habits that contribute to long-term wellbeing. She is committed to continuous professional development and believes that compassionate care and patient understanding are key to creating a positive dental experience.
Outside of work, Rohina enjoys maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle, spending time at the gym, exploring nature and new places, and learning new languages. She also values quality time with family and friends, bringing the same warmth and positivity from her personal life into the care she provides every day.
BDS, MSc, MJDF (RSCENG), DepSED
GDC Number: 174115
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PRACTICE MANAGER
Deseree Myburgh
Meet Deseree, our practice manager.
BDS, MSc, MJDF (RSCENG), DepSED
GDC Number: 174115
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