Our Team
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Naveed Saleem
Principal Dentist
GDC No: 103389
At West Vale Dental Surgery and Birkby Dental Care. Dr Saleem is our longest serving dentist, and is now in his 20th year providing general dentistry to our patients. Having trained and mentored many young dentists and team members he thoroughly enjoys his job and treating the patients he sees.
He is very passionate about dentistry and offers a very personal and caring approach to all his patients. Naveed, born in Huddersfield a true Yorkshire man, qualified from the university of Sheffield in 2006, and has worked in general practice ever since.
His down to earth, professional and methodical personality allows him to get on well with his patients and puts nervous patients at ease.
“I am a firm believer in treating children from a young age, building their confidence in dentistry and their attitude towards the dental experience. I enjoy treating people and looking after them as an individual, treating my patients in a way I would like to be treated and cared for myself”
“Looking into the future I aim to continue providing care and treatment to my patients in the best possible way, using new techniques, materials and exciting new procedures. I would like to build and expand the practice so we can offer the latest treatments in general and cosmetic dentistry, being focused on delivering quality and affordable dentistry.
Despite leading a very busy life running and managing the practice, Naveed’s family is incredibly important to him and he loves spending time with his wife and three children. In his spare time he enjoys going out with his family for walks, gardening, keeping koi carp and socialising with friends.
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Umar Khan
Dentist
GDC No: 305108
Dr Khan qualified in 2022 from Plovdiv Medical University.
Since graduating he’s worked as a general dentist, gaining vast experience in all aspects of dentistry and has a keen interest in endodontics and restorative dentistry with an eye for perfection and desire for patient satisfaction.
In his free time he likes to socialise with friends and family, as well as travel.
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Faizan Zaheer
Dentist
Dr Zaheer is a dedicated dental professional who graduated from Plovdiv Medical University. Throughout his studies, he gained comprehensive training across all areas of dentistry, with a particular interest in restorative dentistry and oral surgery. He is passionate about restoring both function and aesthetics, while approaching surgical procedures with precision, care, and attention to patient comfort.
Dr. Zaheer is committed to continuous learning and staying up to date with modern techniques and materials, ensuring his patients receive high-quality, evidence-based dental care in a calm and professional environment.
Outside of dentistry, Dr Zaheer enjoys spending quality time with friends and maintaining an active lifestyle at the gym. He believes that balance, discipline, and wellbeing play an important role in providing the best care to his patients.
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Jemima Oglivie
Dental Nurse
GDC No: 303821
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Mominah Sattar
Trainee Dental Nurse
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Shazad Saleem
Dental Nurse/ Receptionist
GDC No: 293311