Dr Nikita Vasistha, DMD, BSc (Hons), PG Cert (Orth)
Twickenham,London
Summary
Committed, compassionate and career-orientated. I dream to excel in anything I reach for. Highly motivated to helping others and making them smile. Proud to create positive community impact.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Associate dentist
Kensington Dental
Kensington, Royal Kensington and Chelsea
05.2024 - Current
- Trusted full-time associate, providing support to fellow clinicians and ensuring seamless patient care
- Delivered high-quality private dentistry with precision and aesthetic expertise
- Designed natural, confident smiles using Invisalign and composite bonding
- Skilled in dental photography, maintaining professional portfolio of private cases
- Applied meticulous detail in biomimetic restorations and cosmetic dentistry through smile design
- Assisted principal in complex surgical procedures, including sinus lifts, grafts, and implant placement
- Trained and mentored dental nurses, supporting their professional development and clinical skills
Associate Dentist
Perfect Smile
Hammersmith, Hammersmith and Fulham
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Enhanced patient outcomes through oral health education, motivational support, and preventive care for high-needs patients
- Provided comprehensive general dentistry, including emergency interventions and definitive treatment plans
- Delivered prosthodontic care restoring elderly patients’ ability to chew and speak confidently, significantly improving their quality of life
Locum Dentist
Molesey Dental Practice
East Molesey, Surrey
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Engaged in NHS Access Contract 2024, contributing to initiatives aimed at restoring and reforming NHS dental services
- Demonstrated compassion and strong interpersonal skills to build trust, particularly with irregular dental attenders
- Delivered conservative, comfortable dentistry with confidence, ensuring care for anxious patients
Dental Foundation & Associate Dentist
Teddington Dental Practice
Teddington, Richmond upon Thames
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Collaborated within a multidisciplinary team of specialist dentists, including implantologists, orthodontists, and periodontists
- Contributed to improving the practice’s Google rating from 4.1 to 4.3, consistently achieving 5-star patient reviews
- Delivered outstanding patient-focused care, using empathy and compassion to alleviate anxiety and dental phobia
- Confidently performed restorative, preventive, and periodontal procedures, including supportive periodontal therapy and NSPT
Clinical Auditor
Sheen Dental Practice
Mortlake, Richmond upon Thames
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Led internal auditing processes independently by defining audit objectives and managing comprehensive audit plans
- Presented complex audit findings to clinical colleagues, practice manager, and principal dentist, providing clear insights to inform strategic planning
- Ensured accurate and thorough data collection, analysis, and presentation to support evidence-based decision-making
Research, Audit and Effectiveness Facilitator
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Kingston, Dorset
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Promoted and supported delivery of high-quality research, innovation, and effectiveness initiatives across HRCH and Kingston Hospital
- Contributed to achieving the Trust’s mission and maintaining compliance with national standards
- Co-authored the Teddington Health and Social Care Centre COVID-19 Vaccine Audit
- Designed clinical data collection tools to support forthcoming research projects
- Completed continuing professional development through National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR)
Education
PG Cert - Orthodontics
Portsmouth University
Portsmouth, England 01.2025 - 12.2025
MSc - Orthodontics
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, England 01.2025 -
DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) - Dentistry
Sofia Medical University
Sofia10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Queen Mary University of London
London06.2015
A-Levels -
MPW
South Kensington08.2011
Skills
- Colgate dentist volunteer for homeless, Croydon, Jan 2023 - March 2023
- Cancer Research UK volunteer - 30 hours' service in Aug 2021
- Member of The Stroke Association UK
- Volunteer at Watford Hindu Mandir
Skills & Interests
- Dental photography
- Languages: Hindi and Punjabi (Professional), Bulgarian (Conversational)
- Fine-tuned artistic ability and manual dextrous skills
- Nature and travelling
- Health and nutrition
Timeline
PG Cert - Orthodontics
Portsmouth University
01.2025 - 12.2025
MSc - Orthodontics
University of Portsmouth
01.2025 -
Associate dentist
Kensington Dental
05.2024 - Current
Associate Dentist
Perfect Smile
04.2024 - 06.2024
Locum Dentist
Molesey Dental Practice
03.2024 - 05.2024
Dental Foundation & Associate Dentist
Teddington Dental Practice
03.2023 - 03.2024
Clinical Auditor
Sheen Dental Practice
03.2023 - 06.2023
Research, Audit and Effectiveness Facilitator
Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
07.2022 - 03.2023
DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine) - Dentistry
Sofia Medical University
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Queen Mary University of London
A-Levels -
MPW