HI! WE’RE THE
JL DENTAL TEAM!
YOUR DENTAL HEALTH IS IN SAFE HANDS!
Our expert team comprises Principal Dentist Jonathan Lever, associate dentists Leigh-Ann Elias and Jonny Lightstone, two dedicated hygienists and three practice nurses as well as our Practice Manager, Karen Rose.
Dr Jonathan Lever
Principal Dentist
I qualified at The Royal London Hospital in 1985 and entered hospital dental service working at The Royal London, St George’s and Kings College hospitals. I then moved into general practice, and continued my education at Eastman Dental hospital, gaining an MSc in 1992.
Having had my own practice in Potters Bar for 14 years, I have enjoyed establishing this practice in Edgware which opened in 2007. I am always appreciative of the trust placed in me by patients, whether they are new to the practice or 3rd generation under my care.
GDC NO: 60862
Dr Leigh-Ann Elias
Dentist
I Qualified from Pretoria University in 1997 soon after my 21st birthday. I left South Africa a few months after, very keen to see the world. I worked in general practice and undertook further training in maxillo-facial surgery in Aberdeen, Scotland and gained my MFDS from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. I then worked in Oxford and now London.
I continue to enjoy general practice as well as working at King’s College London, where I teach undergraduates oral surgery and also do a chronic pain clinic once a week. I am delighted to be working with Jonathan and his dynamic team. I am married with three small children.
GDC NO: 73791
Dr Jonny Lightstone
Dentist
I graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2006 and have spent my time in general practice ever since. I have worked in mixed practices in Berkshire for the last 14 years and I was delighted to join the JL Dental Care team in 2020. I love the team spirit, the warmth and the family feeling all the team bring in order to deliver high quality and bespoke dental care in a warm and nurturing environment to clients from near and afar.
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I am passionate in creating healthy and beautiful smiles by utilising the latest in minimally invasive treatments. I enjoy all aspects of general dentistry but a passion of mine is creating beautiful and natural smiles with clear aligners such as Invisalign and composite bonding.
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I am committed to further education and development as well as embracing the future of digital dentistry to improve my care towards all patients.
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my children Bella and Oliver. Even I struggle to get them to brush their teeth. I look forward to seeing all soon.
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GDC NO: 103071
Karen Rose
Practice Manager
I have over 30 years experience, qualifying as a dental nurse from the Eastman Dental Hospital in 1989. I took a short career break to have my two sons and began working with Jonathan at his previous practice in 2003. I then joined him here in Edgware as Practice Manager. We’ve created a really warm family environment and I’m delighted to be a part of the team.
GDC NO: 140501
Miriam Landau
Dental Hygienist
I qualified as a dental nurse at King’s College Hospital in 1987, going on to work in practices in the West End of London, then as senior nurse in the emergency department of UCH Dental Hospital. I then qualified as a dental hygienist in 1991 and lectured part time in Dental Hygiene at King’s College Hospital for 8 years. I’m married with 3 children, I love reading, cooking and zumba!
GDC NO: 4147
Hina Nayee
Dental Hygienist
I qualified as a dental nurse in March 2004 working in a private Central London practice. After getting married and having two amazing children, I decided to further pursue my career and in September 2016 I joined The Eastman Dental Hospital to train as a Dental Hygienist. I qualified in June 2018 and look forward to my career ahead. I enjoy seeing and making a difference by improving patient’s oral health.
I enjoy my family time visiting museums, zoos and theatres and to relax my mind I attend a weekly Pilates class.
GDC NO: 152317
Batsheva Deutsch
Dental Nurse
I trained to be a dental nurse in Israel in 1996 before passing my National Certificate for Dental Nurses at the Eastman Dental Hospital in 2007. I joined up with JL Dental in 2008. The practice has a real family focus where we really get to know our patients. I spend my time outside work with my husband and our three children, they always keep me busy!
GDC NO: 172529
Georgina Naylor
Dental Nurse
I started nursing in 2000, qualifying as a Dental Assistant in 2006. I have worked chair-side with Jonathan since early 2008. I thoroughly enjoy my place within the team, and it's great building such lasting relationships with our patients as well. When I’m not working I usually have my hands full with my 3 children, and I like to relax with a good book.
GDC NO: 161773
Anna Duraku
Dental Nurse
I qualified as a dental nurse in July 2022, and I then completed a post-registration qualification in Dental Radiography. I am a dental nurse who values patients' comfort and effective communication, ensuring patients have a great experience at the dentist.
At JL Dental Care, everyone is welcome with warmth and care, making you feel comfortable and valued throughout your dental journey. What I like the most about working here is that the practice focuses not only on your dental health but also in building trusting relationships.
Outside work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends, going for a nice walk and to the cinema.
GDC NO: 305456