Smiles Dental South Anne Street – Meet the team

In 2006, Dr. Ali Afrasiabi qualified from Trinity College Dublin with a bachelor’s degree in Dental Science. He has also gained an MSc in Endodontics from King’s College London, which he completed with distinction.

Since graduating, Ali has worked in private practice and completed dentistry courses in implant dentistry, restorative dentistry and endodontics. He keeps up-to-date with the latest techniques and clinical protocols in dentistry.

Dr Haitham Bashara has a strong interest in dental implant treatment, wisdom tooth extraction and dental tissue procedures such as root resection and tooth hemisection. He also has a keen interest in gingivectomy and gingivoplasty, involving gum tissue removal, and periodontal treatment and surgery.

In 1999, Haitham qualified with honours from the Tripoli Dental School and Hospital in Libya. In 2005, he completed his master’s degree in Periodontology and Implantology from Dublin Dental University Hospital, Trinity College, and in 2013, he received his PhD in Periodontology and Implantology from Trinity College Dublin. During his career, Haitham has taught postgraduate students in Ireland, Libya and Bahrain and he’s currently a trainer for the Membership in Advanced General Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Dr Leonardo Collazo trained at Trinity College Dublin and received his Bachelor of Dental Science and Bachelor of Arts in 2019. He has since acquired the Diploma of Primary Care Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) and completed the RCSI Membership of the Faculty examinations.
Leonardo enjoys all areas of dentistry but has a particular interest in cosmetic dentistry and minimally invasive techniques.

In addition to general restorative procedures Leonardo places a strong emphasis on prevention to help his patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. Leonardo speaks English and Spanish. He’s committed to his Continuing Professional Development (CPD), regularly attending dental workshops and courses.

BDS, DipPCD, MFD, MFDS, MSc, DChDent (Pros), FFD

Dr Shkre Agkhre received his honours degree in Dental Science from the prestigious university of Benghazi in 2010. After spending four years as a general dentist, Shkre went on to complete an additional five years of specialist training. During this time he perfected the art and science of aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry (prosthodontics).

In 2020, Shkre completed his specialist training and obtained a doctorate in Prosthodontics from Trinity College, Dublin. In August of the same year, he began working as a prosthodontist. Shkre receives referrals from general dentists and other dental specialists to assist them in the management of complex and challenging treatments.

Shkre is devoted to his profession and never stops learning new and innovative techniques to bring to our patient community. He is both skilled and experienced in the provision of high quality solutions, and treating patients’ often challenging dental problems.

Shkre is sensitively attuned to the concerns of his patients. He combines his scientific background with an artistic eye to bring the highest quality of personalised care to each of his patients.

Prosthodontist, IDC No. 18318

Dr. Jalal Khan graduated from Trinity College Dublin. He provides a variety of dental procedures, such as fillings, surgical wisdom teeth extractions, crowns, bridges, veneers, root canal, composite bonding and teeth whitening. He has a strong interest in cosmetic dentistry to improve the aesthetics of your smile.

Jalal is experienced in treating nervous patients and aims to put them at ease. He is dedicated to improving his skills and knowledge, and has undertaken a variety of dentistry courses in Ireland as well as abroad.

In 2020, Jalal received an award from the Royal College of Surgeons for his clinical skills in crown preparations. Jalal’s patients often say he’s very helpful in alleviating their dental fears and that he has a very gentle approach. Jalal is passionate about caring for his patients’ oral health.

Dr Grainne Gillespie is an experienced dentist providing treatment for patients of all ages at Smiles South Anne Street. Dr Gillespie qualified as a dentist from Trinity College Dublin with a first class honours degree. She was awarded the Trinity College Gold Medal, the Dental Council Prize in Restorative and Periodontal Dentistry and the Dental Council Prize in Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine and Oral Pathology. Grainne worked as a senior house officer and junior house officer in the Dublin Dental University Hospital.

Grainne is passionate about providing the highest standard of emergency dentistry to patients. Grainne has gained experience in restorative dentistry, dental extractions and children’s dentistry whilst working in the Dublin Dental University Hospital, all of which allows her to work with a wide array of patients here at our busy dental clinic.