Meet the Team

Dr. Rumeet Patel - Principal Dentist

Rumeet is an accomplished and highly experienced clinician who has been at the forefront of dentistry since graduating from Cardiff University in 2001. After honing his skills at a bustling practice in central London for five years, he joined Cheshunt Dental Practice in 2006, proudly continuing the extraordinary legacy of his father, the renowned Dr. Anantray C. Patel. Together, their family has provided exceptional dental care to the local community for over half a century.

Passionate about all aspects of general, cosmetic, and implant dentistry, Rumeet has undergone extensive postgraduate training in these disciplines, ensuring his patients receive care of the highest standard. His expertise in implant dentistry, strengthened by training at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute and a postgraduate Diploma in Implant Dentistry from University College London in 2014, exemplifies his commitment to excellence. Known for his calm and friendly demeanour, Rumeet takes immense pride in the long-standing relationships the practice has built with its patients.

Outside of dentistry, Rumeet enjoys a vibrant personal life. He is happily married and the proud father of two teenage children. In his leisure time, he loves travelling with his family and staying active by attending early morning Blaze classes at his local gym.

Dr Sanaz Assil – Associate dentist

Sanaz graduated from Barts and the London School Of Medicine and Dentistry in 2016 and has worked in Hertfordshire ever since. Sanaz is known for her gentle and empathetic nature and is dedicated to ensuring each patient is listened to and treated to a high standard. She continues to advance her learning on a regular basis by attending post graduate lectures and courses with a particular interest in paediatric and restorative dentistry.

When not working, Sanaz enjoys travelling, cooking and spending time with her family.

Dr. Nikita Jivraj – Associate dentist

Nikita graduated from The University of Birmingham in 2009 and went on to achieve her postgraduate membership with the Royal College of Surgeons (MJDF) in 2011. Over the years, she has gained valuable experience working in central London, Melbourne (Australia) and the Acute Dental Care department at Guy's Hospital, before joining the practice in 2019.

Dedicated to continually advancing her expertise, Nikita regularly attends professional development courses to enhance her knowledge and provide the highest standard of care to her patients.

She is particularly focused on prevention and passionate about treating children, she believes that fostering positive dental experiences early in life can greatly impact long-term oral health.

Nikita is known for her patient and approachable nature, always taking the time to ensure her patients feel comfortable, understood, and, most importantly, respected and cared for.

Outside of practice, Nikita enjoys embarking on exciting adventures with her young son, making cherished memories along the way. Whenever she has the opportunity, she practices yoga and Pilates, in an attempt to decompress!

Dr Hamza Hossenally

After qualifying from Kings College London in 2001, Hamza went on to work at a number of different hospitals. He has extensive experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery after working at Kings College Hospital, Guys hospital, Chase Farm and Barnet Hospitals. In 2004 he obtained his Membership in the Faculty Dental Surgery and now examines for the Royal College of Surgeons.

He has completed an MSc in Oral Surgery and is a registered Specialist in Special Care Dentistry. He has over 10 years experience in conscious sedation and managing very anxious patients.

Hamza currently organises and teaches sedation and Special Care Dentistry to undergraduate dental students at Barts and The Royal London as well as supervising qualified Dental Trainees.

Mrs Victorious Billionaire

Victorious joined the practice in 2014, Having qualified as a dental nurse in 2004, Victorious further obtained an Oral Health Education certificate in 2008.

Her passion for dentistry convinced her to further her studies and she went to Kings College Dental Hospital to train as a Hygienist / Therapist. Apart from hygiene treatments, Victorious is also qualified to carryout simple fillings on both children and adult patients as well as extracting baby teeth. Outside her work Victorious enjoys playing tennis, cooking and catching up with family and friends.

Anita Parish

Anita became part of our team in 2020, bringing us over 25 years of expertise in dentistry ( and plenty of good stories) .She first qualified as a dental nurse back in 1997 and has proudly been keeping her GDC registration ever since. Outside of work Anita is all about family and friends, and taking her little dog on nice long walks. With her quick wit and endless expertise, she keeps us laughing and learning every day.

Majlinda Trifoni

Majlinda began her dental nursing journey in Canada back in 2002 before swapping maple leaves for tea and biscuits when she moved to the UK in 2014. She joined Cheshunt Dental Practice in 2021 as a trainee dental nurse, she worked very hard, and officially qualified in 2024. Not only is she our head nurse now, but she also takes on the job of being on reception. Majlinda is always trying to level up her dental expertise with ongoing training. Outside of work, she is a proud mum of two gorgeous daughters and loves spending quality time with them. She also is very close with her sister, and she loves to go out shopping or for nice meals with her.

Natasha Davis

Natasha began her dental nursing career with us in 2022 as a trainee dental nurse and has since qualified as a full trained dental nurse in 2024. With over 2 years of experience, she has become a important part of our team. Along side her dental work, Natasha is also a qualified Level 3 beauty therapist, she has been passionate about this profession since 2005 and continues to pursue this part-time. Outside of work, Natasha loves spending time with her wonderful three children and attending events with her friends to let out her upbeat energy. She brings dedication, skill, and a warm presence to everything she does.

Anna Kopsis

Anna began her dental nursing journey with us in 2022 as a trainee nurse, bringing us her enthusiasm and energy to the practise. Before joining, she studied Maths, Biology and chemistry at A- Level, which led her to discover her passion for dentistry and the medical field. At work, Anna is known for her hard work, constant curiosity, dedication and the ability to keep us entertained with her endless funny stories. She is always full of energy and continues to expand her dental knowledge through additional training. Outside of work, Anna is studying aesthetics and loves to spend quality time with her mum and friends. She is also very adventurous and would love to travel and see more of the world and countries she has not yet been. She also enjoys cruising and travelling in luxury.

Lorraine Brandon

Lorraine became part of our dental family in June 2021, bringing with her over 35 years of valuable experience and wisdom. She is a key part of our team, working on both reception and as a dental nurse, having qualified in 1984. Lorraine plays a vital part in keeping our practice compliant and running smoothly, all while enjoying friendly conversations with our patients. Outside of work Lorraine loves hitting the road in her campervan exploring every corner of the country. She is also a frequent flyer to sunny Spain and loves to spend lots of time up there and visit as much as possible. Most importantly, she cherishes spending quality time with her now grown up children and family.

Laila

Laila joined Cheshunt dental Practice in 2025 as a trainee dental nurse. She provides a warm and welcoming environment with her friendly smile. Laila enjoys watching Disney movies and cooking.