Meet the Team
At Horley & Gatwick Dental Care Centre your smile is our top priority. We understand the significance of a healthy and attractive smile, and we are dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care to help you achieve your smile goals.
Whether you’re seeking to straighten your teeth, enhance their appearance, or restore their function, we offer a wide range of dental procedures. Are you considering orthodontic treatment to achieve a straighter smile? Look no further than our practice, where we utilize the latest treatments from Invisalign and Incognito to fit custom-made braces that discreetly and effectively align your teeth.
We believe in promoting dental health at all times
At Horley & Gatwick Dental Centre, our services extend beyond orthodontics to encompass general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, implants, periodontology, and more. Whatever your dental needs may be, our experienced team is here to provide professional care you can trust.
We believe in promoting dental health at all times, which is why we emphasize the importance of regular check-ups. Not only do routine visits help maintain your oral health, but they also contribute to keeping the cost of your treatment down in the long run. Whether you prefer NHS or private treatments, we offer both options at our practice and are happy to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.
Specialised Endodontist
GDC – 78642
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Adam graduated from the University of Athens Dental School in 1994, and went on to work for and participate in the Dental Prosthetics Programme at the University. Following this he then worked for some years as a dentist in Athens.
After arriving in the UK in 1999, he worked at practices in the local area, before setting up Horley and Gatwick Dental Centre with his long-term colleague Dr Stavros Kolonidis. Adam then went on to gain his Diploma in Endodontics in 2012, which is his area of special interest, and enjoys keeping up to date with developments surrounding this aspect of dentistry.
In October 2019 Adam did a course in implantology in Barcelona with Les 1001 Dents, to add to his increasing knowledge of current dental techniques. Adam regularly enjoys attending lectures and seminars to broaden his horizons in dentistry.
For the last 18 years Adam has enjoyed working along side his team and watching his practice grow. His innovative character has led him to always keep up to date with the latest advances in dental technology, and to seek out only the most highly regarded and sought-after specialists to join the practice. He is extremely proud of his associates and their work, and the recognition they get for providing a consistent high standard of dental treatment.
Adam is a popular and reassuring dentist, who is excellent with nervous patients from all age ranges. In his spare time Adam enjoys remodelling vintage motorbikes, cycling and spending time with his family.
GDC – 78642
General Aesthetic Dentist
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Konstantinos studied dentistry at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece, and graduated in 2013. Following qualification, he has worked in various practices both in Greece and in the UK where he relocated in 2016. He joined our team at Horley & Gatwick Dental Centre in 2022.
He carries out all aspects of general dentistry and has undertaken training focusing on crowns and veneers. His aim is to provide high quality of care for all his patients in a relaxing and calm environment.
During his practice Konstantinos has developed a special interest in dental implants and has recently commenced a masters degree course in Dental Implantology at University of Bristol.
In his spare time he enjoys cooking and playing music.
Aesthetic Dentist
GDC – 197573
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Dr Karuna Khurana qualified as a dentist in India in 2003, where she gained several years’ experience as dental practitioner. After moving to the UK in 2010 she completed her Statutory Exam and MJDF Part 1 (Royal College of England), and has worked in practices in the South East. Karuna joined our team in April 2020.
Karuna has a strong belief in further education and keeps abreast of the latest developments in dentistry, regularly attending courses and seminars. She strives to provide the most up-to-date, ethical and minimally invasive dentistry to her patients; and her completion of a year-long course in aesthetic and restorative dentistry allows her to perform more comprehensive advanced restorative dental treatments. Karuna is currently studying with Invisalign to provide aligner treatments to her patients.
Karuna has a friendly and caring attitude and is a strong believer in the ethos of ‘ordinary dentistry done extraordinarily well’, which is reflected in her clinical and patient care. Her patient-focused and meticulous attitude to her work has made her a highly appreciated and valuable asset to our team; and she has been welcomed by patients of all ages.
Outside of work Karuna loves cooking, and enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Orthodontist – N° 1 specialist Invisalign Provider in Europe
GDC – 101601
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INNOVATION = PRECISION = BEAUTY.
These three words are the cornerstones of Dr Ilias Marinopoulos’ philosophy. Thus, he works for some of the most prestigious clinics in London.
Ilias graduated from the University of Athens Dental School in 2002 – followed by three years in a military hospital. He then decided to continue his education at one of the world’s leading universities in dentistry – The Royal University of Aarhus, Denmark; where he gained expertise in the most challenging and complex orthodontic cases.
Ilias reached the level of orthodontic specialist in Sweden. In 2006 he underwent his specialist registrar training in the University of Gothenurg, Sahlgrenska Academy. In 2009 he qualified for his speciality studies and the following year finished with his MSc degree with distinction.
Ilias specifically tailors each procedure for the best aesthetic long lasting results using the most comfortable aesthetic systems in the world. Always seeking further educational challenges in aesthetic orthodontic systems he currently finishes his 2nd Mater in invisible lingual orthodontics (MASLO), in the University of Basel, Switzerland.
Ilias is a national and international lecturer in invisible orthodontics and aligners and has been the top provider for the incognito lingual system 3M in UK for the year 2015. He has achieved awards for his work at the prestigious aesthetic dental awards in UK, being consistently present in one or more categories for every year in the last 6 years.
He is currently (2020) the no1 specialist provider for Invisalign in Europe, and is one of the top of the world aligner providers having achieved a Diamond II status at clinic Sensu London. He has co-created with Dr Damon and Dr Ramtin Taheri and teaches the complete aligner education programme delivered by www.aliners.co.uk
Periodontist
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Dr Michail Vavalekas qualified in 2001 and since then continued with his education obtaining Advanced Education in General Dentistry (2006). He has worked in Greece as dentist before and during his military service after which he moved to New York University College of Dentistry.
In addition he has also completed amthw all-on-4 implant course with Nobel Biocare. His practice is limited to periodontology and implant dentistry and currently he is a PhD candidate at Queen Mary University, in the department of Peridodontology. Michail brings to more than 11 years of UK dental experience and extensive knowledge in non-surgical and surgical periodontal treatments but also dental implants including bone regenerative procedures.
Dental Hygienist
GDC – 109237
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Postgraduate MSc Clinical Lecturer at University of Essex at University of Essex
Mohsin trained as a Dental Hygienist at the Military School of Dental Hygiene, Aldershot and was awarded Diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh in 2012.
Mohsin has served for 14 years in the Royal Army Dental Corps.
He experienced various roles in the Army such as Dental Management, Dental Hygienist, member of the Dental Software testing team, Diversity Army Recruitment, Community Engagement and other Military projects.
He has undertaken the additional qualification of a BSc (Hons) degree in Dental Studies, which has deepened his knowledge in the treatment of patients with periodontal disease.
Mohsin took opportunity to take his skill and knowledge at highest level in his peer group for the treatment of periodontal disease.
He studied MSc in Advanced Periodontal Practice at the University of Essex. He also involved in teaching and mentoring adaptation dental hygiene students at the University of Essex.
Mohsin is keen educator, he is also delivering CPD sessions to dentist and dental hygienists along with Deepak Simkhada.
Mohsin is the winner of the Clinical Case Poster Presentation at the British Society of Periodontology Conference 2019.
Practice manager
Dental Nurse
Trainee Nursee
Exceptional care at our practice
Rest assured that at Horley & Gatwick Dental Centre, you are in good hands. Dr. A Mykoniatis is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide exceptional care at our practice, ensuring that you receive the highest standard of dental treatment and service.
Experience the difference of quality dental care with a personal touch at Horley & Gatwick Dental Care Centre. Schedule your appointment with us today and take the first step toward achieving a healthy, beautiful smile that you can confidently share with the world.
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