Meet Our Team
Our dedicated team is here to provide compassionate care, creating a calm and supportive environment for even the most nervous patients.
An award-winning team of professionals and specialists
Carefully-curated treatment based on your individual needs
Flexible payments and dental membership plans
Trained to ease your dental anxieties, ensuring a stress-free visit
Dentists
Dr Hema Dhingra
Principal Dentist / Owner
BDS Wales
GDC No: 79535
Meet Hema, the proud owner of BDC. With over 20 years at the practice, Hema has created the modern, award-winning clinic it is today. Her passion for patient care, commitment to high standards, and support for her team are at the heart of BDC’s success.
Outside of work, Hema enjoys running, reading, and spending quality time with her family.
Dr Rita Rathore
Associate Dentist
DDS Oslo Norway1995, MFGDP (UK), London 2004
GDC No: 75227
Rita has been at BDC since October 2015. Prior to that she was working in Norway and London. She is an Invisalign registered provider and enjoys providing minimal invasive dentistry.
Outside of work, Rita enjoys travelling with her family and running, completing 7 marathons.
Dr Rishi Patel
Associate Dentist / Dental Implant Surgeon
BDS (Lond), MSc (Imp Dent), MFDS RCS (Ed)
GDC No: 245102
Rishi, originally from London, joined BDC in 2021. He brings a wealth of experience in delivering high-quality implant and restorative treatments and holds a Master’s degree with Distinction in Dental Implantology. Outside of work, Rishi enjoys travelling with his family, exploring new and diverse cuisines, and heading to the gym to stay active.
Dr Georgina Price
Associate Dentist
BDS Bristol 2025
GDC No: 258112
Georgina comes to us from the Hitchin area. She has been in dentistry for many years and enjoys providing general dentistry as well as Invisalign. In her spare time, she is often found travelling, playing netball and teaching yoga.
Dr. John Calvert
Associate Dentist
BDS Cardiff 2019
GDC No: 284205
Originally from East London, John has broadened his experience by working in both Essex and Wales, bringing a well-rounded perspective to his role. Known for his creativity, he enjoys cooking and drawing in his spare time. A bit of a tech enthusiast, John also likes to relax by diving into the occasional PC game, blending his creative side with a love for digital experiences.
Dr. Raelene Sambrook
Specialist Prosthodontist
BSc, BDsc. DClinDent (Pros), EMBA, FHEA
GDC No: 263726
Raelene moved to the UK from Australia and is highly experienced in all aspects of restorative and cosmetic dentistry. She also works and teaches at the world acclaimed Eastman hospital. In her spare time Raelene loves to keep active, travel, and is a keen gardener.
Dr. Nader Fallah
Special Interest In Periodontics
BDS, MClinDent (Periodontology)
GDC No: 74697
Dr. Nader Fallah is our in-house Periodontist with over 20 years of specialist experience in treating gum disease and complex periodontal cases. A valued team member for over three years, he accepts both clinician and self-referrals. Outside of work, he’s family-focused and a talented cook.
Dr. Pier Luca Campana
Registered Specialist In Endodontics
DipDent Rome 96 MFDS RCSEng MClinDent Endo MEndo RCSEd
GDC No: 74002
Pier Luca is on the GDC specialists list for Endodontics, has a Masters degree in Endodontics, is a Specialist Member of the European Society of Endodontics and is also a member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS RCS London). He is committed to providing excellent care for his patients, ensuring all clinical options are explained in order to achieve clinical excellence every time.
Dr. Patricia Chavesta Rivadeneyra
Registered Specialist Oral Surgeon
BDS, MClinDent (Oral Surgery & Implantology), MSc (Prosthodontics)
GDC No: 205525
Patricia, originally from Spain, is a Specialist Oral Surgeon with advanced qualifications including a BDS, MClinDent in Oral Surgery & Implantology, and an MSc in Prosthodontics. She is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Outside of work, Patricia enjoys exploring new places with her family, who are her greatest priority.
Dr. Bhavin Jagatia
Special Interest In Oral Surgery
BDS, University of Manchester 2007
GDC No: 114155
Bhavin (rhymes with Gavin) is a very long standing, valued and experienced member of our team.
He’s experienced in providing composite bonding, and is now our in house ‘go to’ dentist for this popular procedure! Dr. Kachhala often refers patients onto Bhavin for composite bonding, once they’ve completed Invisalign teeth straightening with him.
Dr. Kashif Mirza
Dentist - Special Interest in Orthodontics
BDS Bahauddin Zakariya 1996 | Masters of Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics | Dentofacial Orthopaedics from BPP University in London
GDC No: 105731
He is passionate about delivering beautifully aligned, confident smiles, with a focus on high-quality, patient-centred care. Dr Mirza places strong emphasis on prevention, encouraging excellent oral hygiene and a low-sugar diet as the foundation of long-term oral health.
Outside the clinic, he enjoys travelling and is fluent in English, Urdu, Punjabi and Hindi.
Dr. Rajas Prasad
Associate Dentist
BDS 2014 MUHS India. MDS 2018 (Paediatric & Preventative dentistry RGUHS India), GDC Statutory exam 2023
GDC No: 299625
Rajas has a special interest in treating children, adolescents and nervous adults, especially those with special needs. In her spare time she often heads outdoors on long trail hikes, Plein air water colouring, and exploring new restaurants.
Adesh Savla
Special Interest In Oral Surgery
BDS Wales 2013
GDC No: 245005
Adesh has experience working in the Department of Oral Surgery at the Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals and provides minor oral surgery in practice. He is experienced in complex surgical procedures, with a special interest in impacted wisdom teeth, and is accredited in conscious sedation, delivering hospital-standard surgical dentistry in a calm, reassuring manner at Biggleswade Dental Centre.
Hygienists
Remya Nair
Dental Hygienist/Dental Therapist
National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2020, Registered under s36C of the dentists act 1984 202
GDC No: 289298
Remya is incredibly passionate in everything she sets her heart on. Out of surgery she is a keen hiker and loves to take on the next big mountain with her family, and cooking authentic Indian cuisines.
Anett Mekkattukulam
Dental Hygienist/Dental Therapist
Mar Baselios Dental College
GDC No: 306753
Anett is a creative person who enjoys arts and crafts such as pot painting and flower arranging. She is also a very talented baker, specialising in high quality cakes which always go down well with the team!
Phillipa Finch
Dental Hygienist
Diploma in Dental Hygiene (Royal College of Surgeons England) 2017
GDC No: 175811
Phillipa has over 6 years experience as a dental hygienist. She qualified at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute UCL, and is passionate about making her patients feel at ease.
When not at work she enjoys cooking for family and friends, going for long walks and playing squash.
Dental Nurses
Nusfah Namakula
Lead Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 288497
Nusfah is our lead nurse and brings over five years of experience in the dental field. Known for her strong team spirit, she plays a key role in supporting both colleagues and patients. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, reading, and exploring new foods with friends.
Georgie Oldham
Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 219338
Georgie has been an integral part of the BDC team for nearly 20 years and holds a qualification in dental radiography. Before joining the practice, she coached a local team as a qualified FA football coach. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her young family and supporting Stevenage FC.
Joanne Beard
Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 175811
Joanne has 25 years of experience in the dental sector and is qualified in radiography and impression taking. She enjoys supporting nervous patients and working alongside dental specialists. Outside of work, she likes playing and watching tennis, trying new restaurants with her family, and is currently learning British Sign Language (BSL).
Echo Brown
Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 307390
Echo has been working as a dental nurse for over five years and is passionate about advancing her career within the field. Outside of work, Echo enjoys practicing gymnastics and is a dedicated runner. She is currently training for a half marathon, combining her love of fitness with fundraising efforts for a cause close to her heart.
Nilima Begum
Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 294665
Nilima has been a dental nurse for over 5 years and is a highly valued member of the team at BDC. Outside of work, Nili enjoys quality time with friends and family, discovering new restaurants, and expressing her creativity through various crafts.
Keelyn Warner
Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 315915
Keelyn joined the team in 2022 and brings great energy and enthusiasm to her role. Passionate about her career, she is a qualified dental nurse and also holds a qualification in dental radiography. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active at the gym and exploring the latest foodie trends and drinks.
Amber Wardrop
Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 247190
Amber is a qualified dental nurse with over 11 years of experience in dentistry. She is committed to delivering excellent patient care and creating a friendly, supportive atmosphere. In her free time, she enjoys going to gigs and festivals, getting lost in a good book, and spending time with her friends.
Amel Overy Rogers
Registered Dental Nurse
GDC No: 281543
Amel is a qualified dental nurse who has been a valued member of our team since 2021. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and young son. She also loves catching up with friends and socialising with the team.
Reception
Antonia
Receptionist
Antonia joined the team in 2023, and brings a wonderful warmth to the practice. She has a beautiful little girl who takes up most of her spare time. They love to go on days out to the theatre and explore new places to have fun.
Mia
Receptionist
Mia brings amazing customer service skills to the team. In her spare time she loves to go on coffee dates, spending time with her dog, and seeking the sun.
Management
Sarah Meeds
Practice Manager
With over 25 years of experience in the dental industry, Sarah brings a deep knowledge and passion to her role. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active through the gym, golf, reading. A dedicated yoga enthusiast, she values the balance it brings to her life.
Joanne Beard
Marketing Manager
As well as nursing, Joanne develops the business here at BDC. Applying her years of experience in the dental sector to marketing and building our business alongside the brilliant team to maximise our potential.
Are You Interested In Joining Our Team?
We’re always excited to meet passionate, caring professionals who share our commitment to creating brighter, healthier smiles. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in dentistry and want to be part of a supportive, patient-focused team, we’d love to hear from you.
Simply fill out the form below and one of our team members will be in touch soon.
