Dorothy Quigley
Principal
Dorothy Quigley qualified from Kings College, London in 1987. She was chosen to work at Kings Hospital as a house surgeon in both restorative dentistry and oral surgery for the following year. Here she gained enormous experience which has enabled her to have a confident and professional approach to general practice. Dorothy takes great pride in her clinical ability and can recognise her own artistically placed restorations which have been carved and shaped to replace the original tooth anatomy. Every patient will have a gum disease check. Dorothy takes time and care to explain to her patients the significance of “pockets”. She is also experienced at treating nervous patients, putting them at their ease and converting them to regular patients.
Heather Matthews
Dentist
Heather graduated from the University of Liverpool in 1988. She has worked in a range of clinical practice settings in the Medway area and Bexleyheath, before joining our Sidcup practice in 2001. She is interested in dentures, children’s dentistry, routine maintenance and keeping up to date with continuing professional development by attending conferences and lectures. Outside of dentistry, she supports her family with their musical careers, plays the piano and keeps chickens.
Zoe Macpepple
Dentist
Following her graduation from the University of Debrecen in Hungary and successful completion of her dental foundation training in Wales, Zoe joined the practice in March 2024. Her passion lies in transforming smiles and with her caring approach, ensuring every patient feels comfortable and at ease during their visit. She is committed to educating patients about preventative dental care to ensure optimal oral health. Beyond dentistry, she enjoys dining out, travelling and embarking on scenic adventures with her dog.
Simran Chahil
Dentist
Simran Chahil qualified with BDS Honours from the Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry. With over 15 years’ experience spanning both NHS and private practice, she brings a wealth of expertise and a gentle, patient-first approach to our practice.
Simran is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive dental care to families and individuals. Experienced in all aspects of general dentistry, she has developed a particular passion and expertise in cosmetic dental work.
She regularly attends post-graduate courses to stay at the forefront of the latest dental advancements and technologies.
Outside of work, Simran prioritises keeping fit, travelling to explore new cultures, and making the most of quality time spent with her family.
Tara Azar
Dentist
Tara has a passion for restorative dentistry and endodontics, helping patients achieve healthy, comfortable smiles. She graduated with a merit from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2025 and has since built her skills in general practice.
Tara is currently studying for a postgraduate diploma in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry with Chris Orr, which deepens her skills in both the function and appearance of her patients’ smiles.
She has also passed Part 1 of the Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS) at the Royal College of Surgeons, a respected postgraduate qualification, and is preparing for Part 2 in March.
Tara aims to put nervous patients at ease, and she takes the time to explain each treatment clearly so that every patient feels confident in their care.
Outside the practice, Tara is a keen ballet dancer, actor and singer, and she plays the violin.
Roohina Syeda
Hygienist
Manjila Shrestha
Hygienist
Manjila joined us in October 2021, having graduated from the University of Portsmouth with a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene that year. Prior to becoming a dental hygienist, she worked as a dental nurse in both NHS and private practice for five years and has enjoyed dentistry ever since. Manjila is enthusiastic about her work and puts a great deal of focus on helping patients to improve their oral hygiene at home.
Becky Robets
Hygienist
Becky registered as a dental hygienist in 2024 having received a distinction in Oral Health Science at the University of Essex. This builds on her 12 years of experience in dentistry as a qualified dental nurse. Becky is passionate about motivating patients with their oral hygiene and providing treatment such as cleaning, stain removal and gum disease maintenance, to help patients feel more confident with their smile.
Louise Carberry
Manager
Caprice Pinnock
Nurse
Caprice joined the practice in August 2022 as a trainee dental nurse, becoming a qualified dental nurse in 2024. Caprice is always up for new experiences. She enjoys travelling and spending time with family and friends.
Eziafa Azuh
Nurse
Eziafa joined the practice in May 2021 as a trainee dental nurse and gained her dental nurse qualification and GDC registration in May 2022.
Andreea Dumbraveanu
Nurse
Andreea came to England from Romania. Initially trained as a hairdresser, she decided on a career change and joined Quigley Dental as a trainee dental nurse in February 2020. Andrea is married and enjoys exercise and healthy living.
Rupeka Sivakumar
Nurse
Jayda Arshan
Nurse
