Dr Steven Lai 

Principal Dentist & Founder

BDS, MFDS RCPSG, PG Cert (Restorative), Diploma (Prosthodontics)
GDC No. 150313

Steven has nearly 20 years’ experience working with patients across the UK. He qualified from Newcastle University in 2008 and went on to achieve an MFDS in The Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow. He has a special interest in cosmetic, restorative and prosthodontic dentistry, and has been awarded his Postgraduate Certificate in Restorative Dentistry and a Postgraduate Diploma in Prosthodontic Dentistry, having completed the necessary examinations and case studies with the highly acclaimed Professor Paul Tipton. Steven is focused on providing you with gentle dental care in a relaxed setting. His main areas of interest are cosmetic and minimal intervention dentistry using the most up to date and modern techniques using things like intra oral scanning and digital smile designs. He is currently undertaking further training and completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Implantology, aiming to provide his patients with a more complete range of solutions to their dental issues. He will always take the time to listen to your concerns and ensure you are happy and comfortable with your treatment plan. Steven is also certified in the use of Clear Aligners and Six Month Smiles system and has a keen eye for providing aesthetic results and giving patients their best smile possible. Aside from his passion for dentistry, Steven is also an enthusiastic cook, a keen explorer and is kept busy by his two young children he shares with his wife. 

 

Dr Muneeb Chowdury

Associate Dentist 

DDM (2020, Plovdiv Medical University) 
GDC No. 291500 

Having graduated in Dental Medicine at Plovdiv Medical University – Bulgaria in June 2020; Muneeb has continued to develop his skills as a general dentist. His key interest in dentistry is in prosthodontics. particularly the confidence it provides a patient when a complete oral rehabilitation has been completed. His future aspiration is to develop in-depth knowledge within implantology. He is a multi-lingual speaker which enables him to communicate with patients and listen to their concerns whilst giving them the confidence of being able to assist them with any dental related issues.
Away from dentistry, he am an active individual who enjoys an array of sports including football, swimming and going to the gym.

 

Ms. Sammy

Practice Manager

BSc (2009, Queen Mary University of London)
CeMAP (2013, London)

Sammy graduated from Queen Mary University of London in 2007 with a BSc honours in Mathematics with Business Management. Her career background is in private banking; having managed large portfolios for high-end clients, it equipped her with the necessary skills to handle unique situations and problem solve on a daily basis. Sammy joined The Offerton in 2014 and has gained a vast amount of knowledge of the practice from engaging with all members of the team and our patients. She takes a hands-on approach towards her work here at The Offerton and is always ready to listen to any concerns you may have. In her leisure, Sammy fulfils her creative side by teaching the piano and practising yoga.

 

Ms. Chloe

Dental Receptionist and dental nurse apprenctice

Chloe joined The Offerton in 2024 and has been a refreshing addition to our Dental team. She strives to help you the best that she can and aims to please.

 

Ms. Katie 

Dental Nurse  

GDC 160011

Katie qualified as a Dental Care Professional in 2005, equipping herself with extensive knowledge in the dental nursing field. Katie is calm and friendly by nature which bodes well with all patients and comes in useful for those patients who can be a little nervous when on the dentist chair. Her ideal working day alongside our dentist will consist of various dental treatments for patients as it allows her to use more of her skills and have an interesting day. In Katie's spare time she enjoys spending quality time with her family and eating out at restaurants.

 

Ms. Edidiong

Dental Nurse  

GDC 245818 


Edidiong qualified as a Dental Care Professional in 2012. She takes a professional and caring approach towards her work whilst providing chair side assistance, helping to put anxious patients at ease. Efficiency and attention-to-detail are key attributes of Edidiong when working together with our Dentists. When she is not dental nursing, Edidiong enjoys attending music, dancing and spending time with friends and family.