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Dr.Charles Uchenna Okany
Qualified from: BDS 2006, MFDS RCS Edinburgh 2014,MSc HI 2009, PG Cert Dental Implantology 2020. UK, 2006
GDC No: 248409
Charles obtained his Bachelor of Dental sciences degree in 2006 from University of Lagos and went on to obtain postgraduate qualifications in the fields of public health and research in London. He is an accredited member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Charles spent the earlier part of his career in secondary care working in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial surgery, Dental Public Health and community dentistry.
Charles in various roles has provided supervision, mentoring and support to overseas trained dentists.
Charles has a keen interest in preventative, restorative and implant dentistry and has a postgraduate masters in dental implantology.
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Dr.Maria Silva
Qualified from: LMD Egas Moniz Higher School of Health Sciences 2022 Portugal, 2022
GDC No: 307137
Cristina graduated from her integrated master’s degree in Dentistry from Egas Moniz Higher Institute of Health Science (IUEM), Lisbon, Portugal. After working as a general dentist and teacher’s assistant in IUEM, she moved to the UK in 2023 and has been a part of the Rainbow family ever since.
Cristina has a special interest in Restorative Dentistry and facial aesthetics.
Cristina provides exceptional care, helps putting patients at ease to make them feel comfortable in order to make the dentist visit a good experience.
When not working Cristina enjoys baking ,much to the delight of the dental team. She also enjoys reading novels.
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Dr.Yazdana Arrain
Qualified from: DRDP BDS United Kingdom, 1991
GDC No: 67107
Yaz is a General Dental Practitioner who enjoys looking after phobic and nervous adults and children. She is very keen on prevention, teeth whitening, smile improvement and likes to help patients improve their Oral Health. Yaz is our longest standing dentist and has been with us at Hillside since 2009 - she is a truly invaluable member of the team. Yaz also works part time as a teacher at Birmingham Dental School mentoring and supervising dental students on clinics. She has studied Post Graduate at the Prestigious Eastman UCL achieving a distinction in Dental Materials. She is a member of Dental Trauma UK and the British Endodontic Society. When Yaz is not working she enjoys reading, keeping fit, travelling, art and museums. She loves nature and her inspiring hero is David Attenborough.
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Miss.Anisha Ravji
Qualified from: BDS Sheffield, 2010
GDC No: 193882
Anisha qualified in 2010 at the Dental University of Sheffield with a Bachelor's of Dental Surgery. She has been with us since 2016 and currently works full time at the practice. Anisha always goes above and beyond to ensure her patients leave her surgery with a bright smile on their face whether it be a young child or an adult. She particularly enjoys cosmetic restorative treatments such as cosmetic fillings, crowns and smile makeovers. When out of work her interests range from going to the gym burning some energy and showing her sporty streak in tennis and outdoor swimming.
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Miss.Justine Emily Jane Di Marcello
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle, 2015
GDC No: 265977
Justine is a graduate of Newcastle University and was welcomed into {my}dentist in September 2016. Since joining she has focused on improving the oral health of her patients, using her caring, relaxed and friendly manner to put nervous patients and children at ease. She provides all aspects of general dentistry - offering both NHS and private options – and particularly enjoys providing minimally invasive dentistry, whitening and clear aligner treatments such as ClearCorrect clear braces. These clear aligners help to straighten teeth and improve smiles. Outside of work Justine enjoys running, yoga, seeing live music. In the past she has combined dentistry with her passion for travelling by working with a charity in Cambodia to provide dental advice and treatment to children and adults in remote areas, who are otherwise unable to access services.
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Mrs .Marlini Rampersad
(CDT)
Qualified from: Diploma Clinical Dental Technology Royal College of Surgeons of England UK, 2011
GDC No: 151248
Marlini is an experienced and qualified dental technician and clinical technician with over 25 years experience in South Africa, USA and UK. She has worked in and managed commercial laboratories as well as trained and taught many student. Marlini qualified as a clinical dental technitian in 2011 through the KSS deanery gaining her qualification through the Royal College of Surgeons England.
Marlini has extensive knowledge and experience with implant retained dentures as well as all phases of denture construction and provision directly to the patients. The knowledge of clinical and technical skills enables Marlini to provide denture care of the highest standard.
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Ms.Chantelle Moodie
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy Birm, United Kingdom, 2010
GDC No: 117484
Chantelle provides tailored professional advice to prevent dental decay or gum disease as well as more extensive hygiene treatments to manage existing gum conditions. She finds working with nervous patients to overcome their anxieties especially rewarding. For those patients looking to improve their smile she is able to offer a range of cosmetic treatments including teeth whitening and air flow stain removal. Chantelle graduated in 2010 with a degree in Dental Hygiene Therapy after qualifying as a Dental Nurse in 2004. She has achieved awards for her work in oral health promotion. In addition to her clinical commitments and studies, Chantelle is involved in Dental Education as a Tutor and Examiner. As your personal Hygiene/Therapist Chantelle’s aim is to work together to improve your oral health and well being and is extremely passionate about achieving a healthier smile for all her patients.
Professional membership: British Association of Dental Therapists, British Society of Periodontology, Association of Dental Implantology, GDC.
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