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Dr.Alex Vizireanu
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: DMD Bucharest,Romania, 2009
GDC No: 184963
Alex qualified in 2004 as DDS in Bucharest, Romania. Following graduation he joined a four year training programme in oral and maxillo-facial surgery. In 2008 he received his second university degree (MD). He has been part of the team since 2010. In 2016 Alex enrolled on a year course with ITI and Straumann and received a diploma level Certificate in Implant Dentistry. In the recent years he continued to expand his experience and skills set through advanced implant training modules with ITI and Straumann.
Outside the practice hours, Alex balances his time between family commitments and training outdoors as a keen triathlete and open water swimmer.
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Dr.Deepthi Priya Penukonda
Qualified from: BDS Rajiv Gandhi 2004, Statutory Exam 2008, (MSc in Restorative and Aesthetic dentistry Manchester 2015) Gandhi,India, 2004
GDC No: 171346
Deepthi qualified in India in 2004, and went on to take the Statutory exam in 2008. She has continued to build upon her skills and in 2015 completed a Masters degree in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Manchester.
Deepthi has completed the Dr. Brian Franks Facial Aesthetics courses I Foundation, Lip Augmentation and Dermal Fillers. She has completed many hours of courses in post-graduate dentistry and is dedicated to the newest advancements in aesthetic dentistry and keeps up to date with the latest technologies. Deepthi is committed to providing patients with quality clinical care and ensures that patient care always comes first.
When Deepthi is not practicing her passion for aesthetic dentistry, she spends most of her time with her lovely husband and children and is an avid cook.
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Dr.Divya Vellaturi
Qualified from: Tamil Nadu India, 2007
GDC No: 203046
Divya qualified as BDS Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University from india in 2007. She finished her statutory exams in 2010, vocational training in the UK in 2014 and has been with the {my}dentist ever since.
Divya has a friendly, caring approach and especially enjoys treating children. She prides herself on being a people person and has eased the fears of many nervous patients. Spending time guiding and explaining their treatment step by step to allow them to be fully in control of their dental treatment, thereby gaining their confidence in dentists.
Divya is also qualified as a provider of ClearCorrect, a form of removable clear aligners used for teeth straightening.
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Dr.Ruben Calvo Parra Martinez
Qualified from: BDS Spain, 2007
GDC No: 118833
Ruben qualified as a Dental Surgeon at the Complutense University of Madrid in 2007, he then relocated to London in 2009 and in 2010 he gained the Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Endodontics from the University of Barcelona. In 2011, he achieved the Postgraduate Certificate in Aesthetic Dentistry at University College London then after three years in London, he decided to move to the North East. In 2013, he began a 2 year full time Masters in Clinical Dentistry Programme in Restorative Dentistry at Newcastle University. He was awarded the degree with distinction and then in 2015 Ruben obtained a second postgraduate qualification, Membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MFDS RCSEd).
Outside of work, Ruben is a loving husband and father. In his free time, he enjoys playing tennis, travelling, and skiing in winter and scuba diving in the summer with his wife.
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Dr.Sergejs Grihanovs
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: Zobarsta Riga Stradins University Latvia, 2007
GDC No: 174868
Sergejs qualified in 2007 in Latvia and carried on his studying to complete Post Graduate courses in Implantology. Sergejs has had a special interest in implantology since 2012 and has completed over a dozen courses within the field. His most recent conquest is to complete a 3 year long training course with European Association for Osseointegration to achieve a Master Diploma in Implant Dentistry. Sergejs is keen to accept both simple and complex cases and often has a solution to most cases.
Despite being constantly on the move to learn the latest techniques, Sergejs loves to relax in the sun and you will often find him jetting off and topping off his impressive tan!
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Miss.Meena Miah
(Therapist)
Qualified from: BSc Oral and Dental Health Sciences Ncl 2003 United Kingdom, 2023
GDC No: 312242
Meena qualified as a Dental Therapist in 2023 at Newcastle University, graduating with a merit in clinical dentistry. She joined Durham Bridge House in 2024 with a wealth of up-to-date knowledge and skill set in general dentistry. She has thrived in her role, becoming a popular member of the team with both patients and staff. She offers treatments such as fillings, perio treatment and airflow stain removal and is passionate especially in aesthetic and paediatric dentistry. She has a bubbly personality and always puts even the most nervous of patients at ease. Her friendly approach is also evident as she guides and advises patients on the treatments they’re having and what oral hygiene products are recommended to use.
Outside of practice Meena loves to read and spend time with friends and family.
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Ms.Denyse Conlon
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: CEB Cert in Dent Hygiene United Kingdom, 1989
GDC No: 3838
Denyse is a seasoned dental hygienist with over three decades of experience since graduating from Newcastle University in 1989. Her commitment to improving oral health extends beyond the clinical practice. She has had the privilege of working with a dental hygiene products company, training dental staff to provide expert advice on the optimal use of various oral hygiene products.
In practice, Denyse has an extensive list of loyal regular attending patients where she provides both the classic clean and sparkling clean air flow treatment which can support in removing tooth stains giving her patients the confidence to smile.
Outside of Denyse's professional life, she takes immense pride in being a mother to two wonderful adult daughters. Her passion for dental health, combined with years of hands-on experience, allows her to provide top-notch care and personalised solutions to her patients. She looks forward to continuing to make a positive impact in the field of dental hygiene.
Dental professionals must be registered with the GDC and meet high standards. Find us on the register: www.gdc-uk.org