YOUR SPECIALIST ORAL HEALTH & MULTI-DISCIPLINARY CARE CENTRE IN DURBAN NORTH
At Durban North Smile Centre, we believe that a healthy smile is the beginning of whole-person wellness. Our practice brings together a compassionate team of highly qualified professionals, offering a range of specialised services under one roof — from orthodontics and oral hygiene to psychology, audiology, and cleft care. With a collaborative and holistic approach, we care for patients of all ages in a space designed to feel supportive, professional, and welcoming.
HOLISTIC CARE FROM TRUSTED MEDICAL PRACTITIONERS
Our dedicated team is made up of experienced specialists in orthodontics, speech therapy, audiology, oral hygiene, psychology, psychiatry, periodontics, physiotherapy, and cleft care.
By working closely together, we ensure every patient receives integrated treatment that supports both their health and confidence, inside and out.
Whether you are here for a routine check-up, specialised therapy, or long-term care, our team is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
Our Story
Since 1991, Dr Sikki (Surandar) Singh has been committed to treating children and adults with cleft lip, palate, and facial deformities, particularly those from underserved communities with little to no access to specialist care. Over time, the demand for this life-changing treatment grew beyond what one practitioner could manage alone.
In response, Dr Singh founded the Wentworth Foundation, a now internationally recognised, multi-award-winning non-profit that provides comprehensive cleft treatment from birth to adulthood.
Through this work, he saw that truly effective care required more than surgery alone — it required a team of specialists addressing not only physical but also emotional and social wellbeing. That vision gave rise to the Durban North Smile Centre, where skilled professionals work together to support every patient with coordinated, compassionate care.
ORTHODONTIST
Dr. Surandar Singh
PERIODONTIST
Dr. Sankeshan Padayachee
ORAL HYGIENIST
Saras Naidu
AUDIO & SPEECH THERAPIST
Fathima Timol
AUDIO & SPEECH THERAPIST
Aaminah Peer
AUDIO & SPEECH THERAPIST
Zahraa Tar-Mahomed
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Nicole van Wyk
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Akira Singh
PRACTICE ASSISTANT
Beatrice Nkomo
PRACTICE ASSISTANT
Khetiwe Dladla
PRACTICE ASSISTANT
Queen Zandile Nkomo
ACCOUNTS CLERK
Shakoon Palath
FRONT OFFICE
Savitri Singh
FRONT OFFICE
Jody Bonhomme
GENERAL MANAGER
Sureka Singh
PRACTICE MANAGER
Katherine Peterson
Audiology
We assess and treat hearing, balance, and related disorders with the expertise of professional audiologists, helping you reconnect with the world around you.
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Oral Hygiene
Our oral hygienists use an interdisciplinary approach to maintain your dental health through preventative care, professional cleaning, and patient education.
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Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapist helps restore movement and function through evidence-based physical therapy, supporting recovery, strength, and mobility.
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Cleft Care
We provide comprehensive cleft care for children and families, from early feeding support to surgical planning, speech therapy, and long-term care coordination.
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Orthodontics
Our orthodontic care focuses on correcting facial and dental irregularities through braces, aligners, and other treatments for both children and adults.
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Psychology
We offer compassionate, evidence-based psychological care to support mental health, emotional resilience, and personal growth across all stages of life.
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X-Ray Imaging
On-site diagnostic imaging enables quick, accurate insights using advanced X-ray technology to support dental and medical diagnoses.
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Dentistry
Our dentists are trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent conditions of the teeth, gums, and mouth, from routine check-ups to complex restorative care.
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Periodontics
Our periodontists specialise in gum disease prevention and treatment, as well as the placement of dental implants for long-term oral health.
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Speech Therapy
Our speech-language pathologists support patients with communication, language, and swallowing challenges, creating individualised care plans for every age.
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CHANGING LIVES. THE WENTWORTH FOUNDATION
Home to the Wentworth Foundation, creating Smiles for Africa by providing lifechanging care for children with facial and dental irregularities.
We are proud to be home to the Wentworth Foundation, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to supporting indigent children with cleft lip/palate through comprehensive care and community outreach.
