Meet the Team

All our dentists, clinicians and nurses adhere to the strict guidelines governing the profession under guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC) “Standards for Dental Professionals”.

Restorative, Prosthodontics & Specialist Dentistry

Dr Kushal Gadhia
GDC: 85673

BDS (Bris. 2005) MFDS RCS Eng MSc (Cons) FDS Rest Dent RCS Eng

Dr Kushal is a Consultant and Honorary Lecturer in Restorative Dentistry at the Eastman Dental Hospital and a Specialist in Periodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics and Restorative Dentistry. He qualified as a dentist from the University of Bristol in 2005. He was appointed as the Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at the Eastman Dental Hospital in 2014.

Dr Kushal has won over 13 national and international awards for his commitment
to dentistry. He was the Chair of the Young Practitioners Group for the British
Society of Prosthodontics (BSSPD) between 2014-2018 and has held various positions within national dental societies including the British Society of Periodontology (BSP), British Society of  Prosthodontics (BSSPD) and Specialist
Registrar in Restorative Dentistry Group (SRRDG).

He has organised various national and international study days and conferences, as well as being actively
engaged in lecturing, teaching and research. He has published in over 20 peer-reviewed journals.
In 2017, Kushal co-founded the Advanced Centre Of Excellence (ACE) to teach and provide postgraduate dental education to dentists.

Member of:
● British Society of Periodontology (BSP)
● British Society of Prosthodontics (BSSPD)
● British Society of Restorative Dentistry (BSRD)
● Royal College of Surgeons, England (RCS)
● Association of Dental Implantology (ADI)
Interests – music, playing various musical instruments and travelling.

Dr José Rodriguez
GDC: 100206
Restorative Dentist

Consultant in Restorative Dentistry, Guy’s Hospital.

Specialist in Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry.

Special interest in removable prosthodontics and dental implants

DDS, MSc, MFDS, MPros, MRD, FDS, AKC, FCGDent, PhD.

Jose is a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS FoundationTrust and a Specialist in Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry.

He qualified as a dentist from the Universidad Santa Maria in Venezuela in 2000. He was appointed as a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at Guy’s Hospital in 2018. His clinical interests include multidisciplinary management of complex restorative cases, removable prosthodontics, tooth wear, head and neck cancer, and dental implants. Jose is also an honorary Reader at King’s College London.

Since graduating Jose has completed a doctorate measuring the progression of tooth wear over 3 years. He has published in excess of 30 peer reviewed papers, has held various academic positions in London, is an active undergraduate and postgraduate examiner, peer and grant reviewer, has lectured nationally and internationally, and has held various positions in dental committees.

Jose is actively involved in teaching and mentoring, has co-developed endodontic skills courses for general dental practitioners, and is actively involved in clinical research. In his spare time Jose enjoys going to concerts, reading and keeping fit.

Member of:

  • Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
  • Royal College of Surgeons, England
  • International College of Prosthodontics
  • European Association of Osseointegration
Dr Sandeep Mukar
GDC: 252023
Specialist Prosthodontist

BSc (Hons), BDS, MFDS RCPS (Glasg), MClinDent (Pros), M.Prostho RCS (Eng), MPros RCS (Ed), FHEA

Dr Sandeep Mukar qualified from Peninsula Dental School in 2014, after which he completed a year of general practice foundation training in Essex and, thereafter, a year-long hospital training post within an Oral & Maxillofacial department. A return to general practice followed before commencing specialty training in Prosthodontics.

Sandeep successfully completed the 4-year specialty programme in Prosthodontics at King’s College London, qualifying with Distinction. His research work, on tooth wear, was presented at a national conference and published in a peer-reviewed journal. Sandeep is a GDC-registered Specialist in Prosthodontics having passed his membership examinations with, both, The Royal College of Surgeons of England and Edinburgh.

Sandeep balances his work in private practice with teaching – serving as a Clinical Tutor for students at Guy’s Hospital. He was awarded Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), demonstrating his commitment to quality in teaching
and dental education. He lectures nationally and is a specialist examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Outside of dentistry, Sandeep is a keen football fan. Particularly loyal to Inter Milan, he visits the San Siro to catch live matches. He also enjoys spending time with family and friends. Known for his approachable & friendly nature, Sandeep aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for every patient, making them feel at ease from the moment they step in.

Member:

  • Royal College of Surgeons, England
  • Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh
  • Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow
  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Dr Sanjeev Paul
GDC: 290084
BDS

Dr Sanj graduated from the University of Bristol and has a keen interest in restorative dentistry. He is an Invisalign provider and enjoys dentures, composite and veneer/crown work. He also has a keen research interest and was published as a lead author in the MDPI dentistry journal.

Dr Sanj is currently completing the final part of his postgraduate diploma (MFDS) with the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He is also currently completing his diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic dentistry.

Interests – sportsman, formerly competing in the British Powerlifting Finals and competing regionally in badminton, travelling and spending time with his friends and family

Facial Aesthetics

Mr Vishul Gudka
GPhC: 2078014
Cosmetic and Facial Aesthetics

Vishul is a skilled and dedicated aesthetics practitioner with a Level 7 diploma in Aesthetics and Skin, complemented by a strong foundation in Pharmacy. As a qualified prescriber, he runs his own exclusive aesthetics clinic in Knightsbridge, where he brings his passion for art and his meticulous attention to detail in facial proportions, shape, and structure into each bespoke consultation.

With years of experience and a commitment to education, Vishul has trained numerous students in the aesthetics field, sharing his philosophy of enhancing beauty from the inside out. His approach emphasizes the role of internal health as a foundation for vibrant external radiance.

Vishul’s current focus lies in the field of Longevity and Regenerative Medicine, exploring methods to naturally prolong skin health, ensuring his clients achieve a timeless glow through holistic and sustainable practices.

Vishul has a strong passion for art and cooking, finding joy in the creative process, whether he’s painting on a canvas or experimenting in the kitchen. Staying active is essential to him, and he loves playing football and badminton to keep fit and energized. Traveling is another passion of his; it gives him the chance to explore new cultures and cuisines, which inspire both his art and culinary pursuits.

Dr Shivane Sethi
GDC: 211402
Cosmetic and Facial Aesthetics

Dr Shivane graduated from Kings College London as a Dentist in 2011. She holds a role as an Advanced Aesthetic Practitioner as well as a Specialty Dentist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She has combined her passion for dental surgery and aesthetic medicine.

Dr Shivane has completed a Level 7 qualification in Injectables for Aesthetic Medicine in 2017. She has extensive experience in administering treatments which use botulinum toxin for aesthetic and medical reasons, as well as dermal fillers for full face rejuvenation and skin-boosting treatments.

She also works as a hospital-based Specialty Dentist. She is on the NHS enhanced oral surgery performer list. She has extensive experience in providing complex oral surgical treatments in both large hospital units as well as dental practice.

Dr. Shivane Enjoys spending time with her family and practicing yoga.

Periodontics:

Dr Mital Patel
GDC: 229253
BDS

Dr Mital graduated in dentistry, with honours, from Cardiff University in 2012 and attained Membership in the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons in 2013. He worked for three years in general practice and various hospitals as a Senior House Officer in oral surgery and restorative dentistry. He embarked on his specialist training in periodontology at Guy’s Hospital in 2015 where he subsequently attained a Membership in Periodontics of the Royal College of Surgeons as well as a Master in Clinical Dentistry (Periodontology) from King’s College London.

He splits his time between various private practices and Guy’s Hospital where he is involved in the training of undergraduate students at King’s College London as a specialist clinical teacher. Dr Mital treats patients with a wide variety of complex
gum problems and provides all aspects of periodontal care including crown lengthening procedures and managing receding gums.

Member of
● British Society of Periodontology
● The European Federation of Periodontology
● European Association of Osseointegration.

Dr Mitul Shah
GDC: 228287
BDS

Dr Mitul graduated in dentistry from King’s College London University in 2012. He worked as a Senior House Officer in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry. He completed his specialist training in Periodontology at Guy’s Hospital in 2019 and completed his Masters in Clinical Dentistry (Periodontology) from King’s College London. He has also successfully attained the Membership in Periodontics diploma from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh.

Dr Mitul has held several roles within the British Society of Periodontology and serves on the main council and the Early Career Group as the Chairperson. He is actively engaged in lecturing at national conferences and in organising training courses for dental hygienists, general dentists, and specialist dentists.

Dr. Mitul Shah has a variety of interests outside of his professional work. He enjoys cooking, playing football, and learning new languages. He currently speaks four languages: Spanish, English and Gujarati, and is in the process of learning Italian.

As a specialist, he is experienced in complex gum diseases, bone grafting procedures, sinus lifts and implant placement. His greatest interest lies in cosmetic gum surgeries to manage gum recession and situations of excess show of gum tissue. His expertise in cosmetic periodontal procedures has been featured extensively in publications such as The Telegraph, Harper’s Bazaar UK, Cosmopolitan Magazine and Country and Town House.

Dr. Mital Patel enjoys reading, cooking, and photography.

Member of
● European Federation of Periodontology
● ITI (International Team for Implantology)

Endodontics:

Dr Bhavin Bhuva
GDC: 76716

Specialist in Endodontics

Consultant in Endodontics – Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

Honorary Clinical Lecturer – King’s College London

BDS, MFDS RCS, MClinDent, MRD RCS, FHEA, FCGDent

Bhavin graduated from Guy’s Hospital in 1999. Following vocational training and a year as a senior house officer at Birmingham Dental Hospital, he then worked for five years in general dental practice in central London. In 2005, Bhavin started his training to become a Specialist in Endodontics at King’s College London. He has limited his practice to Endodontics since 2006.

Bhavin achieved a distinction in the Master of Clinical Dentistry in Endodontology, and also obtained the Membership in Restorative Dentistry from the Royal College of

Surgeons of Edinburgh. In 2009, he was accepted on the GDC specialist register for Endodontics. During his postgraduate studies, Bhavin was awarded research grants by The Royal College of Surgeons and The British Endodontic Society. In 2017,

Bhavin completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Education at King’s College London and became a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Bhavin has a position as a Consultant in Endodontics at Guy’s Dental Hospital where he supervises and teaches postgraduate students who are specialising in Endodontics. He is actively involved in teaching at all levels, including undergraduate and postgraduate. Bhavin is also module co-ordinator for the Distance Learning Master’s programme in Endodontics at King’s College London. Furthermore, he is an examiner for the Royal College of England.

Bhavin has co-written 9 textbook chapters which include contributions to the “The Principles of Endodontics” and “Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Endodontics” as well as a number of publications in peer reviewed journals. He has co-authored the European Society of Endodontology position statement on the “Restoration of root filled teeth” and is a referee for The International Endodontic Journal.

Dr. Bhavin enjoys golf, cricket, football, and is passionate about all kinds of sports.

Dr Shayban Mubeen
GDC: 212549

Dr Shayban graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2011. He then completed his foundation year with the West Midlands Deanery. In 2013 he obtained the diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery awarded by the Royal College of Surgeons. He worked as a Senior House Officer in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery with the Mid-Essex Hospital Trust and subsequently in general dental practice.

Dr Shayban then completed his Endodontic specialist training at the prestigious UCL Eastman Dental Institute achieving a distinction and also obtained the Membership in Endodontics from The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Dr. Shayban enjoys playing football and traveling.

Dr Dipita Moorjani
GDC: 244896

Dr Dipita qualified from the University of Birmingham in 2013 and completed her
foundation year with the East of England Deanery. She worked as a Senior House Officer in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery at the Harlow Hospital and completed her MFDS Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (RCS Edinburgh).

Dr Dipita completed her master’s degree in Endodontics at the world-renowned UCL Eastman Dental Institute in London. She subsequently passed the Membership in Endodontics examination from both the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh and England. She now specialises in root canal treatments and retreatments and accepts referrals from other general dental practitioners for more complex root canal treatment needs. She is a member of the British Endodontic Society as well as the Langham Endodontic Study group.

Interests – trying out new restaurants with friends and family and exploring the
world.

Orthodontics

Dr Neil Patel
GDC: 114977

Dr Neil is a Specialist in Orthodontist and has treated over 5000 patients. He has a wide variety of clinical experience in growth modification, ceramic, self-ligating and Invisalign orthodontic appliances, and holds the status of Platinum Elite Invisalign Provider. He completed his undergraduate dental training at The Royal London Hospital in 2007 with distinction. He undertook further training in Sheffield and Birmingham completing hospital positions in Paediatrics, Restorative and Oral Maxillofacial surgery, during which he was awarded the Schottlander Research prize at the British Society of Prosthodontics in 2010.

Dr Neil completed his specialist orthodontic training at the prestigious Eastman Dental Hospital in 2013. He was awarded the Houston Postgraduate Research Scholar, an award given to the best academic research dissertation in 2013. He was recently awarded the first-ever Invisalign Smile Transformation Award at the UK Invisalign Summit and was nominated for the most transformative treatment at the Dentistry Clinical Case Awards 2022.

Interests – plays tennis and football, competes in mud runs, listens and plays acoustic guitar.

Dr Rupal Shah
GDC: 211395

Dr Rupal qualified with Honours from Kings College London in 2011 and before her orthodontic training, she gained experience in various disciplines of dentistry including Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Paediatric Dentistry and Restorative Dentistry. She completed her specialist training in Orthodontics at the Eastman Dental Hospital and qualified with the MOrth in 2018 when she was awarded the British Orthodontic Society MOrth cases 1st prize and MOrth medal.

Dr Rupal was appointed as a Consultant in Orthodontics, where she is involved in postgraduate teaching as well as managing complex multidisciplinary cases.

She is a member of the British Orthodontic Society. She has also published several articles in peer-reviewed journals and is a reviewer for the Journal of Orthodontics.

Interests – travelling, playing netball and socialising with family and friends.

Hygiene and Therapy

Miss Priyanka Jadav, Hygienist
GDC: 279080

Priyanka graduated from the University of Birmingham with a dual qualification in Dental Hygiene and Therapy. She subsequently completed the Oxford Dental Therapy Training Programme where she gained experience in performing a range of periodontal and restorative procedures.

Priyanka has undertaken training to teach and has dedicated time to educating children in need in Cambodia and elderly care home residents in the UK, on maintaining oral hygiene.

Interests – bake, read novels and stay active with yoga.

Ms Rumana Husein, Dental Hygienist and Therapist
GDC: 3951

Rumana qualified as a dental hygienist in 1990 at Leeds Dental Hospital. Since qualification, she has worked in a variety of central London private practices, obtained a teaching certificate that enabled her to teach dental nurses and small groups, and worked as a training development manager. She has been a finalist at the Oral Health awards for ‘Best Hygienist” in 2017 and 2018 and recently trained as a myofunctional therapist and in the use of head and neck acupuncture and TMJ therapy. She has also worked with the media, written articles for dental publications and was involved in various TV appearances including ‘Richard and Judy’ about the ‘tongue manicure’ treatment. Rumana has dedicated time and energy to exploring dental hygiene programmes abroad in India, teaching hospitals, lecturing dental students and also giving oral health talks to charities and schools.

Rumana has had further training in radiography and whitening teeth courses and attended day courses in hypnosis in the treatment of nervous patients. She has been accredited as a DENTSPLY preventive trainer enabling her to lecture to colleagues on ultrasonic instrumentation, and has graduated with a research-based degree, the BSc (Hons) Dental Studies at UCLAN (University of Central Lancashire). Rumana has also recently graduated with a second degree, the BSc (Hons) in Oral Health Science at the University of Essex and is practising as a ‘Dental Therapist’ which enables her to provide preventive and restorative treatment and perform deciduous extractions in children.

Member of:

  • BSDHT (British Society of Dental Hygienists and Therapists)
  • BADT (British Association of Dental Therapists)
  • GDC (General Dental Council, number 3951)
  • BSP (British Society of Periodontology)

Interests – recreational time with the family, painting in oil and acrylic, practises yoga and meditation.

Oral Surgery:

Dr Puja Morgan
GDC: 176714

Dr Puja gained her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Cardiff University, Wales College of Medicine in 2009. During her 11-year career as a dentist, she realised her particular interest is in oral surgery and treating very anxious patients. She gained postgraduate qualifications from the Society for Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry (SAAD) in 2013.

Dr Puja got her Postgraduate Certificate in Sedation and Pain Management in 2019 from University College London (UCL). She recently accepted the invitation of the UCL director to mentor and assess dentists about IV sedation and RA sedation.

Dr. Puja loves spending time with her young family, traveling, and going to the gym.

Dr Josiah Eyeson
GDC: 67608

Dr Josiah was the Clinical Lead for Oral Surgery at the Eastman Dental Hospital for over 10 years and currently is a lead trainer for the NHS training programmes in the Department. He completed his higher specialist training programme in Academic Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the highly prestigious Kings College and Guys & St Thomas’ Hospitals in 2009. He was appointed to the prestigious post of NHS Consultant in Oral Surgery in May 2010.

Dr Josiah has been involved in academic research (the management of patients at risk of medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws and hard tissue augmentation for dental implantology) and has published widely within the speciality of Oral Surgery. Dr. Josiah enjoys football, Formula 1, and music. He is interested in and practices across the broad spectrum of Oral Surgery, including the following:

● Dentoalveolar surgery
● Removal of impacted teeth
● Benign salivary gland disease
● Non-malignant hard and soft tissue oro-facial pathology
● Dental implantology augmentation procedures

Professional Memberships:
● British Dental Association
● Association of Dental Implantology UK
● British Association of Oral Surgeons
● Association of British Academic Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
● British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
● The Royal Society of Medicine

Sleep Medicine:

Dr Clare Simon
GPhC: 193470

Dr. Clare Simon is a highly skilled dentist with a special interest in dental sleep medicine and is the lead and founder of The London Dental Sleep Clinic. The clinic is renowned for offering top-tier treatments in dental sleep medicine, collaborating with leading specialists in the field to ensure patients receive the best care possible. Dr. Simon’s dedication to dental sleep medicine is reflected in the personalised and comprehensive services her clinic provides, focusing on improving patients’ quality of sleep and overall health.

Dr. Simon graduated from King’s College London Dental School in 2010 and quickly advanced in her field, earning her Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery in 2012. With over a decade of experience in general practice, she now devotes her career entirely to dental sleep medicine. She was among the first UK dentists to attend the prestigious Masterclass organised by the British Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and has completed her PG certificate in Dental Sleep Medicine further establishing her expertise.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Simon served on the board of the British Society of Dental Sleep Medicine and runs training courses for dentists interested in dental sleep medicine. Her passion for the field extends to her involvement in The Sleep Charity, where she serves on the Sleep Council Advisory Board, contributing to important initiatives aimed at improving sleep health across the UK.

In 2024, Dr. Clare Simon co-founded Airway School, a platform dedicated to educating healthcare professionals on dental sleep medicine, airway health, myofunctional therapy, and related fields. In addition to leading educational initiatives, she organises networking events for experts in the sleep and airway fields, as well as wellness retreats designed specifically for healthcare professionals.

Dr. Simon, continuously expands her knowledge and expertise to remain at the forefront of the field. Her commitment to charity work and education highlights her dedication to improving both the professional landscape of dental sleep medicine and the lives of her patients.

Dr. Clare enjoys spending her spare time with family and friends. She loves walking, cycling, and practicing Pilates.

Radiography:

Dr Bhagyalakshmi Batchu
GDC: 109467

Dr Bhagy is a UK registered Specialist in Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology and works as a Consultant and Clinical Lead at King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Her special interests include CBCT imaging, ultrasound scans of salivary glands and neck and ultrasound-guided biopsies.

She is actively involved in teaching dental undergraduate and postgraduate students at Kings College London. She is also an invited speaker for the MSc in Implantology programme at the University of Bristol and various national meetings. She has been elected as the secretary of The British Society of Dental and Maxillofacial Radiology (BSDMFR).

Clinical Directors

Dr Kushal Gadhia
GDC: 85673

Managers

Stacy Parker-Walsh,
Practice Manager
Sapna Mandalia,
Referrals Manager