Dr Vikram Bhatt graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Dr D Y Patil University in Mumbai, India, in 2009. He practised in Mumbai for a decade, where he owned and operated two private clinics, before relocating to New Zealand in 2019. He successfully completed the Australian Dental Council (ADC) exams in 2018 and has since worked at Lumino Tamatea in Napier and Dental Care West in Glen Eden, Auckland.

In addition to his extensive clinical experience, Dr Vikram completed a one-year course in Implantology at the ACE Institute under the guidance of Dr Nitish Surathu. His professional interests lie in prosthodontics and implant dentistry, with a growing focus on cosmetic dentistry, full mouth rehabilitation, and aligner therapy. He is passionate about providing high-quality, personalised care and is committed to staying up to date with the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques. What Dr Vikram enjoys most about dentistry is the opportunity to solve unique challenges for each patient. He finds fulfilment in delivering tailored treatment that not only restores function and aesthetics but also boosts patient confidence.

Outside of work, Dr Vikram enjoys spending time with his wife and young son. He loves heading to the beach, going for a drive, and enjoying quality family time. He’s also a keen traveller, cricket enthusiast, and car lover.

Abdullah graduated in 2022 from Auckland University of Technology. Abdullah began his career in private practice in Auckland as soon as he graduated which allowed him to quickly gain experience mainly in the hygiene scope with some exposure to therapy from time to time. In addition to gaining experience at a fixed practice, Abdullah had the opportunity to work on mobile clinics visiting many high schools all around the central North Island which allowed him to work with patients of many diverse backgrounds each with their own specific needs regarding oral health. 

Abdullah knew he wanted to be an oral health therapist after volunteering at a friend’s dental clinic a few times. The thing he loves most about his job is being able to make a positive difference in people’s oral health. He loves the feeling of knowing that a person’s quality of life has improved after his contribution towards improving their oral health. At this early stage of his career, Abdullah likes all aspects of the oral health therapist scopes however slowly leaning towards hygiene. 

The one piece of advice that Abdullah always gives his patients is the importance of keeping up with a good homecare plan to maintain excellent oral health as well as regularly visiting the hygienist.

Outside the practice, you’ll most likely find Abdullah spending time with family, playing sports such as basketball, or at the gym working out, and occasionally, he will buy some LEGO race car sets and put them together.