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Dr Nihir Shah
Dr Shah has been at the heart of Knight Street Dentists since taking over the practice in 2017. He has built a compassionate, friendly and vibrant culture, leading a professional dental team dedicated to delivering high quality care. With more than nine years of experience in designing and creating beautiful smiles, he now balances both the clinical and non-clinical aspects of the practice.
Each morning begins with a moment of reflection on the previous day and careful planning for the one ahead. This helps him navigate challenges, turn them into opportunities and keep the practice running smoothly and efficiently.
Enthusiastic, confident and caring, Dr Shah is particularly passionate about transforming the dental experience for anxious patients. He goes above and beyond to help them feel calm, relaxed and in control, always ensuring that treatments are guided by the best interests of each patient.
Outside of dentistry, Dr Shah enjoys spending time with his young family. He has a creative streak and loves woodworking, cooking and photography. Running is his favourite way to unwind and recharge. A lifelong football fan, he once dreamed of becoming a professional player and is still an enthusiastic Liverpool supporter. High on his bucket list is travelling for one month every year to discover new experiences.
Dr Shah holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Bristol in England and lives by the motto, “Be the change you want to see.”
Dr Silibaziso Ncomanzi, BDS
Dentist
Silibaziso, known to patients and colleagues as Dr Ncomanzi, graduated from James Cook University and began her dental career in 2023. That same year she joined the team at Knight Street Dentists, where she has quickly become a valued member of the practice.
She enjoys building lasting friendships with both her patients and team. For her, dentistry is not only about providing high quality care but also about listening and sharing in the fun and important moments of her patients’ lives. Her greatest motivation in dentistry is helping people get out of pain and restoring their comfort. She also finds joy in the hands-on side of her work, whether it is solving dental concerns or creating new smiles.
Outside of the clinic, Silibaziso loves nothing more than curling up with a good book. She has a unique talent for solving a Rubik’s cube and enjoys collecting quirky key chains from new places she visits. These little passions reflect her curious nature and eye for detail, both of which serve her well in her role as a dentist.
Dr Aws Sahib
Dentist
Aws is dedicated to providing quality dental care with a personal touch. He enjoys building genuine connections with his patients, whether chatting about weekend activities, travel plans or shared interests, and believes this rapport helps create a relaxed and positive dental experience.
His path into dentistry began with a desire to work in healthcare. Wanting a career that was hands on and allowed him to be present for his patients, he found that dentistry was the perfect fit. Aws completed his Bachelor of Dental Science with Honours at La Trobe University, Bendigo Campus.
When he is not caring for patients, Aws enjoys keeping active with gym workouts, reading a good book and planning his next travel adventure. One of his dreams is to explore the Mediterranean in the coming years. A skilled musician, he can play both acoustic and bass guitar and likes to revisit his skills whenever he can.
Aws is fluent in both English and Arabic, a skill that helps him connect with a wide range of patients and make everyone feel welcome in his care.
Emily
Practice Manager
Emily brings warmth, organisation and a friendly smile to Knight Street Dentists. As Practice Manager, she ensures everything runs smoothly so both patients and the team feel supported and at ease. Her journey in dentistry began in 2002 when she started a Dental Assistant traineeship at RMIT Melbourne. Over two decades later, her passion for patient care and team connection remains as strong as ever.
Emily joined Knight Street Dentists in January 2023 as a Dental Assistant and stepped into the Practice Manager role in November 2024. She loves making patients feel welcome and comfortable and enjoys building strong bonds within the team. For Emily, the best part of her work is the conversations she has with patients and the camaraderie she shares with her colleagues.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys a relaxed lifestyle with family and friends. She loves a nice glass of wine by the fire, camping and 4X4 trips, listening to music, soaking up the sun by the river and cheering her daughter on at dance competitions and her son at motocross races. A unique family pastime is taking the ski boat out to the Basin, creating lasting memories on the water.
Whether she is managing the day-to-day operations of the practice or enjoying adventures with her loved ones, Emily brings dedication, warmth and genuine care to everything she does.
Leisha
Dental Hygienist
Leisha is passionate about helping patients achieve and maintain healthy smiles through preventive care and education. She focuses on the vital connection between oral health and overall wellbeing, working closely with dentists and the wider team to ensure each patient receives the best possible care.
Leisha began her career in dentistry in 1996 as a trainee dental assistant. Her love for biology and health sciences inspired her to further her studies, and she graduated from The University of Melbourne as a Dental Hygienist in 2002. After just one week in the field, she knew dentistry was where she was meant to be and she continues to enjoy the variety and challenges the profession offers.
Outside the clinic, Leisha is happiest in the sunshine, tending to her garden, growing fruits and vegetables, and caring for her chickens, sheep and cows. Evenings are often spent curled up on the couch with her miniature dachshund Minnie. She is also a long-time Barbie doll collector, a passion she has held since childhood.
Friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely invested in her patients’ health, Leisha brings a caring and personal touch to every appointment, although wriggly baby teeth still make her a little queasy.
Jessica
Oral Health Therapist