About Us

Very much a local, Manoj went to school, lived, and now works in the area, and simply can’t imagine being anywhere else. After qualifying in 1998 from Sheffield Dental Hospital he returned to Birmingham to complete his post-graduate year at Acorn with Bill Cooper, and he liked it so much he ‘bought the practice’!

Building upon the strong reputation created by Dr Cooper, Manoj has retained the accreditation as a training practice, which not only means he can offer guidance and support to newly qualified surgeons, but that patients also benefit from the most up-to-date and pioneering treatment options.

Manoj has a passion for restorative dentistry, in particular implant dentistry, completing his Masters in 2013. He continues to lecture on all aspects of smile design, and runs a peer-to-peer study group for other dental surgeons on the subject of implants.

Often referred to as ‘the other Dr Parmar’, Dipesh is making his own, and most considerable, impact in the world of dentistry.  Having qualified from the University of Birmingham, banking prizes in Restorative, Prosthetic, Conservative and Aesthetic dentistry, Dipesh has committed to the pursuit of excellence and is now often invited to speak and educate at some of the worlds most prestigious dental conferences.

With a principle interest in cosmetic, advanced restorative and orthodontic dentistry, Dipesh has won on multiple occasions at the UK  Aesthetic Dentistry Awards and lectures internationally (Toronto, New Zealand, Poland, Middle East, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago) on minimally invasive smile enhancement techniques and makeovers.

He has co-authored several peer-reviewed dental articles and is currently completing his Masters degrees in both Restorative Dentistry and Orthodontic Dentistry.

Hiten Parmar opened Fine Art Dental Studio in 2008, eleven years after graduating from Matthew Boulton College Birmingham, and after working in several successful Laboratories.

Since opening, the Laboratory has grown now employing six technicians and winning several awards. The Lab offers in-depth shade matching to customise the visual affect and guarantee a seamless and natural result for the patient. The standard of work is of the highest quality to give the patient the best outcome.

The Lab regularly hosts seminars for new and up coming Dentists to show how to achieve the best outcome for their future patients. Hiten also discusses and advises Dentist’s on the best plan of action when involving a difficult case, to give the best out come for the patient.

Seen by the team, and many of the patients, as the heart of the practice, Nisha is very much a ‘people’s person’ and loves nothing more than discovering what it is that makes us tick, where the strengths are, and how to create a team that will uphold the values and philosophies central to creating a warm welcome for every patient.

With a Bachelors in Business Nisha is brilliantly qualified as Practice Manager. Although she recognises the need for qualifications, she is far more concerned with the attitude of each team member, explaining “we hire on attitude as skills can be taught”.

Outside of the surgery Nisha is Mother to two small children, and like all Mums of young children has the organisational skills of a battalion officer, enjoys the delights of Pixar and Walt Disney movies, is word perfect with the songs from Frozen, and is delighted by their refreshingly uncomplicated view on life. In the increasingly rare moments of free-time Nisha loves feel-good movies, inspirational autobiographies, and her fierce joy – singing in the band with husband Manoj, and brother-in-law Dipesh.

Miki studied in her native Japan where she qualified as a Dental Hygienist in 1988 before moving to the UK to study at Leeds University, again in Dental Hygiene. She regularly attends conferences which she describes as “critical in this amazing and fast changing profession”. Her time is divided between Acorn, and another two practices, one of which is in London. Central to Miki’s success and enduring popularity is her determination to build strong relationships through patience & understanding.

Described by many of our patients as gentle and kind, Miki understands that few people enjoy the experience a visit to the hygienist entails, however, after 10 years at Acorn she has a pretty good understanding of each of the patients’ likes and dislikes. She loves her ‘catch-up time with the team’ during lunch and is fascinated by the varied contents of everyone’s lunchbox!

Reading Japanese authors is a passion, in particular Buddhist teaching and aspects of self-awareness. Miki also loves to spend time sharing good times, fine food, and lots of laughter with her husband and friends.

After qualifying from University of Birmingham in 2012 Charlotte decided to stay in the city instead of returning to her native Yorkshire, this could be because once you’ve left Yorkshire they don’t let you back in, or more probably because Charlotte met her partner while at university.

Having always had a passion for science she asked her family dentist for the opportunity to do some work experience whist still at school, and the rest is history! Driven by a desire to help others, Charlotte describes the moment she knew she wanted to work in dentistry “for me, if I feel we’re being ignored, or in healthcare we’re having procedures we’re unsure of, it can be scary and leave us feeling vulnerable. I aim to always to ensure my patient understands what’s happening, they feel in control, and they’re reassured I’ll not hurt them….this is what I’d like anyway”.

Away from the world of dentistry Charlotte can be found walking or mountain biking on The Dales, avoiding anything with custard in it, or keeping her stash of Lindor truffles safe!

Lena brings over 11 years of experience to our team. After qualifying from Birmingham University in 2005, she decided to stay local, and has worked within mixed NHS and private family dental practices in Solihull and Sutton Coldfield before joining the team at Acorn.

Lena has gained a wealth of experience working within most fields of dentistry, and particularly likes to work with families and children. She gains satisfaction from putting nervous patients of all ages at ease, and building up their confidence, so that they can have their dental treatment carried out comfortably.

In her spare time, Lena looks after her two young children, enjoys going to the gym regularly, and reading a good book.

Raj graduated from the University of Birmingham with Honours receiving multiple prizes during his undergraduate training in Clinical Skills, Conservative and Prosthetic dentistry. As part of his commitment to dentistry, he created a sustainable preventative dental program for physically disabled women in Kenya, which is currently running in its 3rd successful year. Since graduating, Raj has developed a keen interest in the management of periodontal disease and restorative dentistry.

Outside work, Raj is an avid Tango dancer and continues to pursue his passion for swimming, which he took up from a young age representing Kenya at various international swimming events.