Nikita qualified in 2015 from Newcastle Dental School with Merit in Clinical Dentistry. Since then, she has completed two years in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery performing complex surgical procedures at the Royal London Hospital and Mid Essex Hospitals and completing her MJDF examinations.
Nikita was very determined from a very early stage in her profession and recognised the complexity of gum disease. Her fascination in Periodontology led her to further her studies to become a Periodontist.
In 2018, she entered the Masters in Clinical Dentistry programme in Periodontology and Implantology passing with distinction at the world-renowned Eastman Dental institute accredited by the European Federation of Periodontology. During the full-time 3 year’s Masters programme, she experienced intensive knowledge of gum disease, the management of advanced periodontal cases and the surgical components of Implant Dentistry.
In 2023, she attended an Implant Residency in Natal, Brazil, developing her Implantology skills and providing Implant Dentistry to a range of a patients with complex healthcare and economic needs.
She continues her endeavours in education by providing regular presentations to colleagues and general dentists in Periodontology to raise awareness and improve skills to recognise, treat and refer patients with gum disease.
In 2023, Nikita was awarded the Fellowship for the International College of Dentistry (FICD) which recognises individuals outstanding professional achievement and meritorious service, and the contribution to the advancement of the profession by advocating humanitarian and educational initiatives.
Nikitas clinical activity focuses on the treatment of advanced gum disease using non-surgical and complex surgical procedures. Nikitas comprehensive consultations include patients with various severities of gum disease, aesthetic surgical procedures and Implant dentistry such as bone regeneration procedures, gum recession procedures, crown lengthening, gum and Dental Implant maintenance. During these consultations she uses X-Rays to investigate, then completes a comprehensive treatment plan and cost estimation. She uses state of the art equipment during treatment and industry leading implant systems.
Nikita is known to have a deep understanding of the requirement for a personalised patient centred approach during the treatment of her patients. She adapts her practice to manage patients fears and anxiety during consultations and treatments and is known by colleagues and patients to provide clear communication and compassionate care.