Meet the Team

Dr. Arti Patel

Dentist

GDC: 252171

Dr Arti graduated in 2014 from Bart’s and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry. Since qualifying, she has undertaken numerous postgraduate courses to continuously expand her skills and stay at the forefront of modern dentistry, ensuring her patients receive the highest standard of care.
Her dedication to professional development sparked a passion for minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry. This led Dr Arti to complete a year-long Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry course and train in Orthodontics, becoming a certified Invisalign provider.
Recognising the importance of holistic patient care, Dr Arti further honed her expertise by training in Facial Aesthetics on the renowned Harley Street. By combining her knowledge in facial and dental aesthetics, she is able to enhance her patients’ smiles and overall confidence in a safe, ethical, and personalized way.
Dr Arti firmly believes that a confident smile can be life-changing. Her caring and compassionate approach, coupled with her patient-focused ethos, ensures every patient feels comfortable and valued throughout their dental journey. Her communication skills have earned her awards, and her expertise was recognized by Enlighten Whitening, who invited her to write for their blog.
Outside of dentistry, Dr Arti enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, traveling to experience different cultures, and staying active through regular gym sessions.

Chloe Witele

Hygienist/Therapist

GDC: 279081

Chloe is our dual qualified Dental Hygienist and Therapist. She started off her career as a dental nurse and then furthered her studies at The University of Leeds to become a Dental Hygienist and Therapist. This means not only can she provide exceptional hygiene treatments and deliver oral hygiene advice to patients, she can also extract children's teeth and do restorative work for both adults and children. She has an enthusiastic, warm and bubbly personality, and her main focus is committing to a high quality of patient centred care. Outside of dentistry, Chloe enjoys travelling, obsessing over new tik tok recipes and going to the gym.

Sophie Kingston

Receptionist

I’ve spent the past four years working as a dental receptionist. When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me traveling, trying new foods, or hanging out with my family. I’m all about new experiences and making memories along the way!

Maria Serban

Dental Nurse

GDC: 270424

Maria is our Qualified Dental nurse. She has been in dentistry for 7 years. She started off her dental career as a trainee dental nurse qualifying from South London Academy. Since being qualified she has worked in various practices all over London, assisting in general dentistry to specialists. Maria prides herself on being a proactive, caring and warming member of the dental team and enjoys assisting all patients. In her spare time Maria enjoys watching movies and nature walks to get her steps in.

Corina Rusu

Dental Nurse

GDC: 273669

I qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2017 and worked full time since then. I have completed the Implant Course for Nurse in October 2023. I am dedicated and detail-oriented Dental Nurse. When I’m not at work, I like to travel and spend time with my family.

Erwyn Lyka Froyalde

Dental Nurse

GDC: 305553

I Qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2022 and started working as a Dental Receptionist in 2023. Outside of work, I love traveling, trying new foods, and getting creative in the kitchen by recreating dishes I’ve discovered during my travels. It’s a fun way for me to bring a piece of the world back home

Baksish Sidhu

Principal Dentist

BDS (Eng.)

GDC: 85650

Baksish qualified from the University of Sheffield in 2005. He prides himself on being a friendly, caring and approachable dentist. His dental interests are wide although he particularly enjoys the challenges of the restorative, cosmetic and preventative fields. He attends numerous post-graduate courses delivered by some of the country's most respected cosmetic and restorative dentists. This enables him to provide care of the highest standard to his patients, utilising the latest dental techniques and technologies. In 2009, Bob was short-listed for the 'Best Young Dentist Award' in the South-East by Dentistry Magazine.

Pavitraj Pandher

Dentist

BDS MJDF RCS (Eng.)

GDC: 153912

Pavitraj qualified from the University of Sheffield in 2008. He has since worked in general practice in Oxford and Hertfordshire, and held a Senior House Officer post at Guy's Hospital, London. Pavitraj is committed to continuing professional development and is currently enrolled on a Masters’ program in restorative dentistry at the Eastman Dental Institute at UCL. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry, including putting his patients at ease, placing their comfort and well-being as his top priority.

Geeta Khurana-Sundaram

Dentist

BDS (Hons), PhD (Eng.)

GDC: 78279

Geeta qualified from Guys Dental Hospital in 2000. She is a passionate, skilled and enthusiastic clinician. She has worked in the dental teaching hospital and community dental service treating children and nervous patients and has a strong research background completing her PhD at Guys dental hospital. She has also completed post-graduate studies in cosmetic and aesthetic restorative dentistry. She is a gentle, caring and approachable member of the team and deeply committed to improving the dental health of all her patients.

Outside of work Geeta enjoys socialising with friends and activities like badminton, snowboarding and dancing.

Surjit Johal

Hygienist

EDH

GDC: 5096

I qualified as a dental hygienist 23 years ago from Kings College Dental School and before that graduated as a dental nurse from Guys Dental School.

I have been in dentistry 26 years and love all aspects of my work. I find my role at the practice rewarding and fulfilling.

I am passionate about helping all my patients and am committed to providing a excellent service at all times.

I keep up to date with all new advances in dentist by attending courses to further educate myself.

During my spare time I enjoy walking, listening to music and socialising with family and friends.

Joanna Mindell

Nurse

NEBDSA

GDC: 108441

I trained at the Royal London Hospital when I was 17 and stayed in the oral surgery department for a couple of years after qualifying as a Dental Surgery Assistant, I worked for a Periodontist for 10 years and have also enjoyed working with a Root Canal Specialist. I have been working at BHDC part time for over 30 years. I love the relationships I have built with patients and enjoy learning new techniques within dentistry especially with Invisalign. In my spare time I play tennis, netball and run a guide company and I love spending time with my grandchildren.

Susan Harman

Receptionist/Nurse

NEBDSA

GDC: 137091

I became a receptionist in 1995. Shortly after this I began nursing and really enjoyed it. I qualified at Eastman Dental Hospital in 1998. I particularly enjoy the oral surgery side of dentistry. Having nursing knowledge is definitely of benefit in my reception roll. Outside of work I enjoy socialising with friends and family and walking my dogs.

Helen Bray

Nurse

NEBDSA

GDC: 121720

I qualified with a merit in Dental Nursing in 1986 from The Royal London Hospital. I have many years of chairside experience ranging from orthodontics to Oral Surgery and Implants.

I have worked closely with specialists for over 30 years, which I have thoroughly enjoyed one of the most rewarding parts of my job has been working as part of a sedation team.

I have gained qualifications in resuscitation (SAAD - The society for the advancement of anaesthesia in dentistry Outside of work I enjoy walking, Jazzesize and spending time with my friends and family.

Kuljeet Mehta

Registered Specialist in Periodontics - Practice Limited to Periodontology, Dental Implants and Cosmetic Periodontal Surgery.

BDS, FDS RCS (Eng) MClinDent, MRD (Perio) RCS (Ed)

GDC: 81789

Kuljeet Mehta, is Registered Specialist in Periodontics, practices a full scope of periodontics with expertise ranging from dental implants to periodontal surgery, aesthetic gum grafting and crown lengthening.

You can find more information on his website http://kmperio.co.uk

He is at our surgery every monday.

Ruchita Davda

Dentist

BDS MJDF

GDC: 209819

Dr Ruchita Davda BDS MJDF qualified 2011 in Liverpool.

Rishi Patel

Dentist

BDS MFOS RCS (Ed)

GDC: 245102

Dr Rishi Patel graduated from the prestigious Royal London Hospital in 2013 and has since achieved a post-graduate diploma in the Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgeons in 2015.

Dr Patel is an enthusiastic friendly dentist, providing a relaxed atmosphere for all his patients. He enjoys meeting new patients and providing high quality, painless treatment.

For very anxious and nervous patients, Rishi provides treatment under IV sedation – a relaxing, pain-free service which offers dental treatment in a calming manner. Rishi believes sedation is a fantastic way for nervous patients to undergo treatment.

Andreea Brezeanu

Nurse

GDC: 222108

I qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2010 and worked full-time since.

I enjoy every day in the dental practice, regardless if I am on reception duty, nursing with the dentist or assisting the RCT specialist.

Nichola Newman

Receptionist

GDC: 115626

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Aram Navai

Specialist in Endodontics

GDC: 177569

Aram is a versatile dentist with experience and an expertise in a number of disciplines. He mainly treats patients on a referral basis at a number of reputable practices in London and is one of the very small number of dentists who has been awarded a specialist training position in Endodontics at Guy’s and King’s college hospitals.

Aram’s main area of clinical practice is Endodontics and he treats a range of cases that are referred to him including complex cases that are beyond the ability of general dentists. He also lectures undergraduate dental students in the field of Endodontics.

Aram originally qualified from Guy’s and King’s college dental institute in 2009 and was awarded membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2011. His other areas of interest include oral surgery and conscious sedation.

Outside of dentistry Aram enjoys travelling, keeping fit, playing the guitar.

Chee Chen

Dentist

GDC: 84957

I qualified from CODS, Manipal, then got my qualification recognised by sitting the IQE by GDC in order to practice in this country(so you could say done my undergraduate degree x2). I have been working in general practice in Hertfordshire. Love to keep current with practice of dentistry- done by MJDF from RCS.Eng, Diploma. In Rest Dentistry from Eastman. Moved to practice in Devon as a PVLE supervisor. Loved teaching newly qualified dentists and helping them get benefit of my experience as mentor.

I have also done six month smiles, FastBraces , comprehensive Invisalign, Smilefast courses. Love to practice preventative aesthetic dentistry on sound principles hence love to learn more in the field of dentistry.

Outside of work, love meeting friends & family, travelling. I'm heavily involved in my local church and am PCC member.

Aisha Patel

Dentist

GDC: 271842

Aisha qualified from Kings College London in 2017. She has worked in general practice since, in both West Sussex and Surrey. Aisha has continued to expand and improve her dental knowledge and skills by undertaking restorative courses as well as becoming an Invisalign provider. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry and is committed in providing a high level of patient care.

In her spare time, Aisha like to socialise with friends and family, as well as travelling and trying different cuisines.

Roshni Patel

Dentist

GDC: 259219

Roshni qualified from Cardiff in 2015 and now works 4 days a week at the practice (currently Tuesday - Friday). Following graduation she has worked in general dental practice and has also spent two intense years working as part of the Oral and Maxillofacial team at Luton and Dunstable hospital dealing with facial trauma, surgical dentistry and caring for patients with head and neck cancer. She has completed her Diploma of the Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties at the Royal college of Surgeons Glasgow and a Postgraduate Certificate in Dental Education. She places great emphasis on helping patients achieve good oral health by improving their understanding of dental diseases. Her particular interests lie in oral surgery and she is also able to provide Invisalign along side other cosmetic treatments such as whitening and composite bonding. Outside of work she enjoys travelling when time allows and cooking various cuisines.

Taran Sidhu

Dentist

GDC: 259296

Taran has a friendly and gentle nature which make him a wonderful choice for all patients- especially those who may be nervous or anxious about visiting the dentist.

Taran loves the opportunity to improve his patients’ confidence and has a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic treatments. He has done extensive post-graduate training; completing multiple certification courses and is currently studying for a diploma in Orthodontics.

Sonali Dey

Hygienist

I qualified as a Dentist from India in 2014. I had recently completed my Masters in Healthcare Leadership from BPP University, London. Prior to this I had done my Masters in Dental Public Health from University of Sheffield in 2020. I got registered as a Dental Hygienist/ Therapist in 2021. I have been in dentistry since last 8 years. I value and respect my work as a Hygienist with the key aim to achieve optimal oral health among patients through education, oral disease prevention and dental health promotion. I am always empathetic towards my patients and willing to help them in every aspect.

I keep myself updated by regularly reading dental research papers on evidence based dentistry and attending professional development training programs to further educate myself. In my spare time, I love watching movies and cooking new recipes.