Our Specialist Orthodontists, Dr Anne-Marie Smith and Dr Anjli Patel, have both been recognised with the prestigious Chapman Prize. We are the only orthodontic clinic in the country where both principal orthodontists have this recognition.
Having grown up in rural Lancashire, I relocated to London for university where I stayed for 15 years during my dental and orthodontic training. I moved to Derby in 2003 with my GP husband Kevin and daughter Emily, with Rebecca following soon after. I've loved watching my girls growing up in this beautiful county and we’ve made the most of Derbyshire's stunning countryside as a family.
Favourite Part of the JobHelping patients plan their journey and loving their delight as their smile improves throughout treatment.
Favourite FoodThai Curry following a fantastic holiday riding elephants in Thailand.
Favourite FilmAnything we can watch as a family – although I'm glad my girls have outgrown Disney princesses.
Favourite Song"Somebody" by Depeche Mode – I'm an 80's girl!
I was born in Kenya before moving to London at the age of 12, and later to Derby with my husband in 2011. When not working, we’re the busy parents of two beautiful daughters. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, cooking and exploring the outdoors. If I hadn’t become an orthodontist, I would have loved to be an adventurer like Ben Fogle.
Favourite Part of the JobSeeing people blossom.
Favourite FoodAnything made by Mama Patel – she is great at stocking our freezer when she visits!
Favourite FilmI rarely have time to watch films anymore but can recite all the words to Pretty Woman and Dirty Dancing. I am currently ploughing my way through "Grey's Anatomy"!
Favourite Song“Happy” by Pharell Williams. My daughters and I like dancing to this!
The girls at No.1 have been incredible throughout the entire process of my braces journey! I have been coming here for 2+ years & they have been amazing with every moment! I have had no complaints & … Read More
I had a very positive experience with No. 1 Orthodontist in Mickleover. From my initial consultation onwards, the entire team was friendly, professional, and welcoming. The orthodontists took the tim… Read More
My Daughter has had the most amazing experience with her braces .. all staff from reception team to orthodontist have been amazing . They made Lillie feel comfortable and reassured of process at all s… Read More
Had a wonderful experience for my 3 year braces journey with the Dental nurses all being friendly and easy going. Most importantly, my teeth problems have been fixed amazingly well.
Really friendly and quality service!!! After 20 years of bothering about my teeth, today I finally got my braces removed to see myself smile confidently for the first time. Everyone I interacted with … Read More
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