Dr Umar holds a Master of Dental Medicine (DDM) from the Medical University of Plovdiv and is currently practising private dentistry, with a strong passion for helping patients achieve the confident, healthy smiles they’ve always wanted. His journey with Synergy began at a remarkably young age, starting as a volunteer at just 14! During this time, he focused on gaining hands-on experience and learning from some of the most respected clinicians in the field, before progressing into a professional role within the team.
Outside of dentistry, Dr Umar leads an active and balanced lifestyle. He regularly spends time at the gym, training in Muay Thai or playing football, and is a strong advocate for the role of exercise in supporting mental wellbeing.
He also enjoys hiking both in the UK and abroad, as well as travelling to scenic fishing spots and spending time outdoors, often combining this with his enthusiasm for BBQ and rural living as a way to reset from the demands of clinical work. That said, he’s equally happy unwinding with a good Netflix session.
Dr Umar is also the President of the Syntrains Ambassador Association, an organisation dedicated to providing undergraduate and postgraduate dental training at the highest international standards. In addition to his professional and extracurricular interests, he is multilingual—fluent in Gujarati, with a working understanding of Urdu, Hindi, Bulgarian, and Arabic.
Dr Umar has a calm and reassuring approach, with a particular focus on helping nervous and anxious patients feel comfortable, supported, and at ease throughout their treatment.
