Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Dental Practice in Shefford
Established in 1987, our practice has built a reputation for delivering high-quality dental care with a personal touch. Our team of qualified professionals utilises state-of-the-art technology to provide comprehensive treatments ranging from preventative care to advanced cosmetic procedures. We prioritise patient comfort, offering a welcoming environment where early diagnosis and preventative strategies form the foundation of our approach. With decades of combined experience, our dentists and nursing staff are committed to preserving natural teeth while enhancing oral health and aesthetics.Our dedication to continuous professional development ensures patients receive the latest evidence-based care. We serve families and individuals in Shefford and surrounding Bedfordshire villages, maintaining flexible hours to accommodate diverse schedules. Our practice philosophy centres on transparency, empathy, and technical excellence, creating lasting relationships through exceptional dental outcomes.
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Preventive Care
Root Canal Therapy
Teeth Whitening
Dental Hygiene
Crowns & Bridges
Dentures
Invisalign
Children's Dentistry
Anti-Wrinkle Treatments
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience serving Shefford and Bedfordshire communities
- Our dentists utilise state-of-the-art technology for precise treatments
- Personalised care approach with emphasis on patient comfort
- Comprehensive preventative and cosmetic dental services available
- Emergency appointments prioritised with dedicated weekend coverage
What people say
Kind and efficient staff
Gentleness and professionalism
Painless and welcoming premises
Confident, well-looked after
No fear or anxiety
Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Our cosmetic dentistry services transform smiles through white fillings, teeth whitening, and advanced restorative techniques. We combine aesthetic precision with functional improvements to boost confidence and oral health. Patients benefit from modern materials that mimic natural tooth structure while achieving dramatic visual improvements.
Preventive Care
Preventive care focuses on early intervention and education to maintain optimal oral health. Regular check-ups, fissure sealants, and hygiene treatments help avoid costly procedures. Our team provides tailored advice on home care routines and dietary habits to prevent decay and gum disease effectively.
Emergency Treatment
We offer urgent care for dental trauma, infections, and severe pain outside regular hours. Weekend appointments available with dedicated emergency protocols. Our response includes immediate pain management and stabilisation before arranging follow-up treatment to resolve underlying issues permanently.
Children's Dentistry
Specialised care for young patients focuses on creating positive dental experiences from early years. We employ child-friendly techniques and preventive measures like sealants to establish lifelong oral health habits. Our team helps children overcome dental anxiety through gentle, educational approaches.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening safely lightens tooth colour using dental-grade bleaching agents. We address staining from food, drinks, and medications through customised treatment plans. Results vary based on initial tooth condition, with options for in-practice and at-home maintenance systems.
People
Dr Dipak Lakhani
Dentist
Qualified at Newcastle University, Dr Lakhani brings extensive general dental practice experience to our team. He focuses on comprehensive patient care with particular interest in restorative treatments.
Dr Sam Adjorolo
Dentist
Graduating from King's College London, Dr Adjorolo specialises in gentle, anxiety-reducing dental procedures. His approach combines technical expertise with exceptional patient communication skills to create comfortable treatment experiences.
Dr Meera Lakhani
Dentist
Dr Lakhani (CEU) provides comprehensive dental care with a focus on patient education. She works closely with individuals to develop personalised oral health strategies that complement professional treatments.
Dr Keval Kieran
Dentist
With dual qualifications in dentistry and law, Dr Kieran offers unique expertise in dental ethics and complex case management. His postgraduate studies enhance our practice's commitment to professional standards.
Dana Gauntlett
Nurse & Receptionist
As a qualified dental nurse, Dana provides chairside support while managing patient coordination. Her dual role ensures seamless integration between clinical and administrative services for improved patient experience.
Questions
What emergency dental services do you offer?
We provide weekend emergency appointments (9am-12noon) for private patients with a £85 fee for urgent care outside regular hours.
Do you accept new patients?
Yes, we welcome new patients and offer same-day emergency appointments when available.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash and card payments for dental treatments and emergency services at our practice.
Are your dentists qualified?
All our dentists hold recognised BDS qualifications with additional postgraduate certifications in various dental specialities.
Do you treat nervous patients?
Yes, our team specialises in anxiety-reducing techniques with proven success in treating long-term dental phobics.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Shefford and surrounding Bedfordshire villages with patients travelling from across the region for specialist care.
Reviews (6)
Peter Westmacott
Mar 22, 2021
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I would like to say a huge thank you to Nik and all the team for their extremely professional service. I have used several dentists over the years and I am in doubt that Nik is the most skilful and professional dentist I have visited. I like many are a very nervous patient but from the minute I walked into the surgery a couple of years ago I felt at ease and in excellent hands. Unfortunately during lockdown Ive had a few issues with an infection but from Nik calling me personally and seeing me the very same day Ive luckily enough am in the process of resolving the problem. Honestly if you
Helen Gray
Jan 15, 2021
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I called the practice regarding my daughter yesterday I can't praise the practice enough not only did they call me back several times with advice and support they hand delivered a prescription to my home . What fantastic support and service, they went over and above and have contacted me several times today to check on my daughter.
Ian P.
Sep 14, 2020
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Nothing but praise for Dr Lakhani and his staff. Highly professional, calm and friendly despite working through these difficult times which must be very stressful for them. Always feel that I am in safe hands.
Dilan Dattani
Jun 05, 2020
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After avoiding dental treatment for a number of years, I arrived at the Shefford practice quite a nervous patient. Although hesitant to go, Nikesh made me feel comfortable about the whole experience.
Nikesh is an extremely skilled, caring and understanding dentist. His quality of work is impeccable and he has a natural ability to work with nervous patients. He quickly got to the root cause of my fear of going to the dentist and made me feel at ease throughout the whole process. I have recommended Nikesh in particular to all my friends and family and can honestly say he is a brilliant dentist.
Nikesh is an extremely skilled, caring and understanding dentist. His quality of work is impeccable and he has a natural ability to work with nervous patients. He quickly got to the root cause of my fear of going to the dentist and made me feel at ease throughout the whole process. I have recommended Nikesh in particular to all my friends and family and can honestly say he is a brilliant dentist.
Georgie Stevens
Dec 01, 2017
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After avoiding dental treatment for almost 40 years I arrived at the Shefford practice quite a nervous patient as you can imagine. On a recommendation I plucked up the courage to make an appointment and have just finished a coarse of painless treatment. ALL of the staff here are most kind and efficient. A special thanks to Doctor Sam whose gentleness and professionalism was second to none.
G. Hadley
Oct 29, 2017
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Been using this dentist for over 10 year's. All the staff are very friendly and professional. I am quite scared and fussy when it comes to dentists. Sam is brilliant he puts me at ease and only does what is nessacary. Highly recommend.
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