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Meet the Team

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Meet the team behind your beautiful smile!

At Shine Dental Clinic, we’re so proud of our wonderful, caring, and dedicated team. We are passionate about oral health and help you look after your smile with our high standards of treatment and trustworthy and friendly approach. We believe in creating a positive and welcoming experience for every patient in our state-of-the-art dental clinic, providing excellence through our expertise, diligence and passion. Trust us to make the dentist a place you look forward to visiting – we can’t wait to show you what we can do!

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Dina Parmar Principal Dentist / Practice Owner
GDC: 82375
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Dina Parmar

Principal Dentist / Practice Owner
GDC: 82375

Dina is the proud owner of Shine Dental Clinic, having achieved her long-held dream to open her own clinic in March 2012, when her twins were just 6 months old.
Dina qualified from the University of Sheffield in 2003. She believes in the importance of continual learning and regularly attends dental training with members of her team to ensure they are providing the highest level of service to their patients.

Since qualifying, Dina has completed a number of postgraduate qualifications in dentistry, including the SAAD course in conscious sedation, which she is proud to offer at Shine Dental Clinic. She has also completed a diploma in restorative dentistry at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute and the advanced cosmetic dentistry course with Chris Orr.

Dina has a caring nature and is passionate about providing the highest level of care. She ensures all patients are treated as she would wish to be treated. She enjoys chatting to her patients and building relationships; some of them have been patients for 17 years!

Dina is passionate about helping patients overcome dental anxiety and restoring their smiles through comprehensive treatments, often collaborating with her team to achieve optimal results. She is especially keen to promote preventative dentistry to her patients, taking her time to educate them or answer any questions. This philosophy of attentive care shines through the clinic and is of paramount importance when choosing new team members.

Outside of her dental practice, Dina enjoys spending quality time with her loved ones and teenage twin daughters, attending concerts and sporting events, and immersing herself in the world of books for a bit of escapism.

Alexandra Vaidean Dentist
GDC: 255455
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Alexandra Vaidean

Dentist
GDC: 255455

Alex graduated from Iuliu Hatienagu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Cluj- Napoca, Romania as a DMD specialised in dentistry in 2013.

Highly passionate about all aspects of dentistry, Alex is committed to providing high quality care, focusing on prevention and minimally invasive dentistry.

Alex is a dentist with special interest in endodontics (root canal treatments) and dental trauma, managing to successfully diagnose origin of pain and cracked teeth, and assess restorability and prognosis. She delivers endodontic care with great passion. She enjoys taking time to discuss treatment options with her patients to aid in their informed decisions.

Alex also has an interest in Biomimetic Adhesive Dentistry, which she uses to successfully restore severely damaged teeth.

With her caring nature and bright personality, Alex is very popular among anxious patients and children.

Outside work, Alex is a busy mum to her little girl. She enjoys travelling, jazz music and reading.

Harjeevan Uppal Dentist
GDC: 302563
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Harjeevan Uppal

Dentist
GDC: 302563

Harjeevan is a highly skilled and compassionate dentist who graduated from Kings College, London in 2022 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Hons) degree. With a passion for transforming smiles and changing people’s perceptions of dental visits, Harjeevan strives to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for all patients. He particularly loves getting to know his patients and has been a valued member of the practice for just over a year.

Beyond his professional life, Harjeevan enjoys various interests, including tennis and hiking, supporting Liverpool FC, exploring new places, and meditation. He loves spending quality time with his family & friends. He is also an avid runner, having completed a half marathon, and is currently training for a full marathon.

Vijay Bhargava Oral Surgeon
GDC: 82259
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Vijay Bhargava

Oral Surgeon
GDC: 82259

Vijay graduated in 2003 from Barts and The Royal London Queen Mary’s School of Medicine and Dentistry, achieving a Bachelor in Dental Surgery (BDS) with Distinction in Oral & Related Systemic Diseases. He was also awarded a Distinction for the 4 year Diploma in Implant Dentistry, and received an award for Outstanding Achievement in Implant Dentistry at Eastman Dental Institute, Centre of Excellence, University College London.

Vijay is passionate about implant dentistry and keen to provide all of his patients with the best achievable result. He is committed to developing implant skills, and attends courses regularly in the UK & abroad.

Outside of dentistry, Vijay enjoys spending time with his young family and has been known to run the odd marathon or two!

Carlos Jimenez Jurado Oral Surgeon
GDC: 102850
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Carlos Jimenez Jurado

Oral Surgeon
GDC: 102850

Carlos qualified at Alfonso X University in Madrid in 2005.

He enjoys all aspects of dentistry and has attended several courses in implantology and cosmetic dentistry. This has given him the expertise and skills to perform implant procedures in even the most complex cases.

Carlos always keeps up-to-date with the latest technologies and techniques available in modern dentistry. He always puts his patients’ well-being first and is especially gentle with nervous patients.

Outside of work, Carlos enjoys travelling and is a keen sportsman.

Guy McLellan Dental Implant Surgeon
GDC: 69883
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Guy McLellan

Dental Implant Surgeon
GDC: 69883

BDS, FDS, RCS (Eng), MBBS

Guy is doubly qualified in dentistry and medicine and a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. He has over 10 years hospital experience, including training in ENT and plastic surgery. He currently holds an Honorary Consultant post in Oral Implantology at Charing Cross Hospital, where he runs the dental implant clinic.

His experience in implants dates back to 1994 and includes extra-oral implants to retain facial cosmetics/reconstruction following facial cancer surgery as well as intra-oral cancer rehabilitation and facial deformities such as cleft lip and palate. He continues to work as a member of the Cranio-Facial team at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. In private practice he limits his practice to surgical implantology and augmentation procedures, including complex intra-oral and extra-oral grafting.

Guy is a mentor for Nobel Biocare and is actively involved in implant education. He is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI), the European Association of Osseointegration and a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

Nichola Flint Hygienist
GDC: 4327
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Nichola Flint

Hygienist
GDC: 4327

Nikki is a highly experienced dental hygienist who graduated from Guy’s Hospital London in 1992 with a Diploma in Dental Hygiene. With a passion for educating patients and promoting optimal oral health, Nikki takes pride in guiding patients towards a healthier smile.

A valued member of the practice since 2022, in her spare time she enjoys exploring new cities, indulging in gin-tasting experiences, and spending quality time with her beloved rescue terrier called Doug.

Saima Waqar Dental Hygienist and Therapist
GDC: 314334
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Saima Waqar

Dental Hygienist and Therapist
GDC: 314334

Saima is a highly qualified Dental Hygienist and Therapist with a passion for promoting optimal oral health. She earned her BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) degree from Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan, in 2014. Driven by a desire to enhance patient care, Saima furthered her education and successfully registered as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist in the UK in 2023.

Saima thrives on building strong patient relationships and enjoys the rewarding experience of witnessing patients’ happiness after successful treatments. She is dedicated to creating a comfortable and confident environment for every patient throughout their oral health journey.

Outside of work, Saima enjoys playing badminton and actively contributes to her community through volunteer initiatives.

Grace Battrick Dental Therapist
GDC: 250014
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Grace Battrick

Dental Therapist
GDC: 250014

Grace is a highly qualified dental therapist with a City & Guilds Diploma in Dental Nursing (awarded 2014) and a BSc (Hons) in Dental Hygiene & Therapy from the University of Portsmouth (graduated July 2022).

Grace likes to make people feel they are being well cared for by striving to deliver a high standard of dental care. She finds great satisfaction in listening to patients’ concerns and addressing them with empathy and understanding. She also particularly enjoys treating children, knowing that she has a positive effect on their acclimatisation to the dental setting, teaching them healthy habits that will last their lifetime.

Since joining Shine Dental Practice in June 2024, she has been impressed by the practice’s state-of-the-art facilities and the collaborative team environment where each member of the highly skilled team comes together to make an exceptional difference to their patients.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her son and her animals, as well as engaging in outdoor activities such as walks and taking fitness classes with friends.

Maria Yordanova Dental Nurse
GDC: 255701
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Maria Yordanova

Dental Nurse
GDC: 255701

Maria is a fully qualified dental nurse who is now enjoying learning about digital and implant dentistry. She is a caring and attentive nurse who always looks after the patient’s needs while they are in the surgery.

Maria is a mum to two children and is always busy juggling family life with full time work. In her spare time, she likes to attend dance classes and, being an outside type of person, you can quite often see her walking and jogging.

Elizabeth Grant Dental Nurse
GDC: 313960
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Elizabeth Grant

Dental Nurse
GDC: 313960

Elizabeth is a dedicated dental nurse who studied at Alton Convent School and subsequently obtained a dental nursing qualification from Tempdent.

With a passion for patient care, Elizabeth particularly enjoys assisting with oral surgery procedures and ensuring patients feel comfortable and well-supported throughout their dental journey. Having been a valued member of the Shine Dental Clinic team since March 2024, she contributes to the practice’s commitment to providing high-quality dental care.

Outside of work, Elizabeth enjoys travelling and exploring new restaurants with her partner, spending time with her two beloved house cats, and watching ice hockey at the weekends.

Dristy Thapa Dental Nurse
GDC: 316110
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Dristy Thapa

Dental Nurse
GDC: 316110

Dristy moved to the UK from Nepal with her family in 2021 and began working as a trainee dental nurse. She is now a dedicated dental nurse who graduated from Dental Arch Winchester in March 2024 with a National Diploma in Dental Nursing.

She finds great satisfaction in providing care to patients in need. She enjoys her role at Shine Dental Clinic and is interested in assisting with root canal treatment cases. With two years of experience at Shine Dental Clinic, Dristy is a valued member of the team.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family at family gatherings, exploring local bars and cafes, and driving around and discovering new places. She also loves to cook and going to the gym.

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Rakesh Patel

Practice Owner/Director

Rakesh brings a wealth of experience from the corporate world to Shine Dental Clinic. Having worked in multinational telecommunications, before moving into banking, he made a significant career shift and joined the dental industry full time in 2024 alongside Dina.

Rakesh has watched and supported Shine Dental Clinic’s growth from the start as a two surgery clinic with a small number of staff to what it is today. He has come on board ‘full time’ to help continue delivering the excellent care that Dina is so passionate about.

Rakesh is dedicated to ensuring the clinic’s continued growth and success. He oversees the non-clinical aspects of the practice, focusing on providing exceptional patient experiences and a supportive environment for staff, as well as evolving the practice in line with the changing dental world.

In his spare time, he enjoys watching sports, and playing sometimes! He loves spending quality time with his loved ones and twin daughters and watching them play sports!

Emma Daynes Practice Manager Read my biography

Emma Daynes

Practice Manager

Emma is our practice manager and is dedicated and passionate about providing the highest level of patient care. She thrives in a collaborative team environment and finds great satisfaction in knowing that her work and dedicated teamwork contribute to their patient’s overall health and wellbeing.

Having been a long-time patient at Shine Dental Clinic, when the position arose at the clinic to use her skills and passion for people in the dental world, it was an opportunity she couldn’t resist. Emma transitioned from a successful career in hospitality to pursue her passion for healthcare and joined the practice in January 2023. She is currently working towards a Level 4 ILM qualification in leadership and management.

When not at work, Emma enjoys spending quality time with her two dogs exploring the countryside and the coast. She enjoys dining out and indulging in different culinary experiences. She also has a passion for gardening and growing her own produce, which often appears on her dinner table.

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Ann Fonseka

Receptionist

Ann joined the clinic in 2017 as a patient after having difficulties with previous dentists. She loved the atmosphere at Shine Dental and how helpful everyone was, so when an opportunity came to join as part of the team she was delighted to apply. Ann has worked previously in the care industry and IT.

Ann enjoys walking her dog, really good films and music, and visiting family and friends.

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Steph Clancy

Dental Receptionist

Steph is a valued member of the Shine Dental Clinic team, bringing a friendly and supportive approach to patient care. She enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues to create a welcoming and stress-free environment for all patients.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly walking and appreciating the beauty of nature. She is also passionate about film, whether it’s watching the latest releases, discovering a hidden gem, or revisiting an old classic favourite. Additionally, Steph values spending quality time with family and friends, sharing meals, trying new recipes, and laughing and having fun together, which brings her a real sense of belonging.

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Jenna Burgess

Dental Receptionist

Jenna is a dental receptionist with a Diploma in Dental Nursing and a Level 3 qualification in Business Administration. Joining the practice in June 2024, Jenna has quickly become an integral part of the team.

She continues to thrive in the supportive and collaborative environment at Shine Dental Clinic, where she enjoys working alongside a dedicated team to provide exceptional patient care. She particularly enjoys the sense of camaraderie and the positive working environment and how the team member’s unique strengths work together to provide the best possible service.

Outside of work, she finds joy in both creative and relaxing activities, and music plays a big role in her life as well. She is passionate about baking, experimenting with new recipes, and enjoying the process of creating delicious treats. She is an avid crafter, finding peace and satisfaction from creating handmade projects, whether that’s card making or cross stitch. When not cooking or crafting, Jenna finds peace and relaxation in spending time walking in the countryside and immersing herself in nature to recharge her batteries.

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