Meet the team at mydentist, Crossgates Shopping Centre
Your practice team
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Shamimn Cale-Brister
Practice Manager
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Lara Hedley
Treatment Co-ordinator
Your clinicians
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Mohamad Dalati Orthodontist
Qualified from: MFD RCS Irel 2005 MFDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2005 Statutory Exam 2004 MOrth Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2002 MDentSci University of Leeds 2001 MMedSci University of Sheffield 1999 DDM Al Baath 1996
GDC No: 82896
Hani is a Consultant Orthodontist and the Medical Director at Tajmeel Specialized Medical Center in Abu Dhabi (UAE). He is a visiting Specialist Orthodontist/ Implantologist to the UK mainly at {my}dentist and the London Dental Academy. Hani completed three Master’s degrees in Dentistry: Orthodontics (2001), Periodontology (1998) and Oral Implantology and Dental Surgery (2015). Hani uses all the most recent and innovative Orthodontic techniques to treat all types of malocclusions of varying severity. Hani is always available to assist his patients (of all ages) in planning to achieve their desired smile and to assist them in smiling confidently. He has a vast experience and a gentle and professional approach that makes him immensely popular among his patients and colleagues and he will guarantee to put any nervous patient at ease for any planned dental procedure. Hani is happily married and has two children. As a family, they enjoy travelling.
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Imran Rangzeb Implantologist
Qualified from: BDS University of Manchester 2002
GDC No: 80496
Dr Imran Rangzeb qualified in 2002 from The University of Manchester with a Bachelors in Dental Surgery. Dr Rangzeb brings a wealth of experience to our clinic. Early in his career, he completed multiple postgraduate courses in restorative dentistry and subsequently completed advanced training in orthodontics and implant dentistry. Dr Rangzeb has a passion for learning and introducing the latest techniques and materials for his patients. As part of the academy he has assisted in many teaching courses internationally, teaching dentists implant surgery. Dr Rangzeb offers a full range of dental implant treatments including immediate fixed teeth in a day, sinus lifting and bone grafting. With his passion for learning he has spent the last few years diving into the field of sleep dentistry and is currently an Affiliate of The Breathe Institute (LA, California), providing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment for sleep disordered breathing. He has been the official dentist of The Leeds United Football team for the past four years and has renewed his partnership with the club for the 2023/24 season. Outside of work he enjoys family time with his three children. Dr Imran is happy to accept referrals from local practices.
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Aristarchos Zinonos GDP Private
Qualified from: DipDS Aristotle University of Thessaloniki 2012
GDC No: 303230
After the end of his military service in Cyprus, Aris moved to Greece to study dentistry. He graduated from the Dental School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2012. Having had his own dental practice on the outskirts of Thessaloniki for almost a decade, Aris gained extensive experience in general dentistry. In 2022 he successfully completed his Masters in Oral Surgery at Leeds Dental Institute. Somehow, he fell in love with Yorkshire and the city of Leeds and decided to come and work in the UK. Following his moto “ever to excel”, Aris’ goal is to provide his patients with high-quality dental services to improve their well-being. With a special interest in oral surgery, Aris deals with complex cases of dental extractions, apicoectomies and cyst removal as well as, surgical removal of third molars and is happy to accept referrals from local practices and directly from patients. Passionate about dentistry, Aris, with continuous education stays up to date with the latest developments in the field. Outside work he enjoys hiking, basketball and travelling.
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Suraj Patel GDP Private
Qualified from: Grado en Odontologia Universidad Europea De Madrid 2017
GDC No: 273705
Suraj is unwavering in his commitment to providing his patients with the highest quality dental care and treatment. His aim is to ensure that every patient who walks through our doors has a well informed and smooth journey towards their desired outcome.Driven by a passion for dentistry and a dedication to ongoing postgraduate learning, Suraj continually endeavors to refine his skills and expand his knowledge. Since qualifying, he has actively pursued advanced education, and is currently undertaking the third year of the prestigious MClinDent programme in “Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics” at King's College London. Suraj's caring and calming nature creates a welcoming environment where patients feel at ease. He understands the importance of addressing any anxieties or concerns patients may have, ensuring that each visit is as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Suraj’s interests are in - replacing missing teeth with dentures (partial and full) - treating damaged and worn teeth, (employing minimally invasive techniques whenever feasible) – TMD – aesthetic dentistry and more.
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Christos Athanasoulis GDP
Qualified from: DipDS Aristotle University of Thessaloniki 2021
GDC No: 302572
Before relocating to the UK, Christos studied and worked at Thessaloniki, the second biggest city in Greece. Having a fear of dentists himself for years, his aim is to make patients feel comfortable and deliver pain-free treatments.At the moment, he's practicing general dentistry, with a special interest in tooth extractions. In the near future, he would like to be trained in facial aesthetics, oral surgery and teeth straightening.In his spare time, Christos is studying for his MSc in Science Communication, he is doing voice-overs, podcasts, documentaries and sometimes comedy.
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Evangelos Raftopoulos GDP
Qualified from: DDM Medical University - Sofia 2022
GDC No: 306413
Evangelos studied dentistry at the medical university of Sofia where he graduated in 2022. After graduating, Evangelos worked in Greece for a few months and joined the mydentist York practice in September 2023 where he fitted in with the team instantly. Evangelos enjoys providing a wide range of treatment with a particular interest in prosthetic and restorative dentistry and is working with his mentor to enhance his skills constantly for his patients and give them the best treatment. Outside of work, Evangelos enjoys football, going to the gym and spending time with friends and loved ones exploring York and all the new experiences it has to offer.
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Harvinder Mahey GDP
Qualified from: LDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2013
GDC No: 247330
Dr. Harvinder Mahey qualified (BDS) from Baba Farid Health University, Faridkot in 2004 and immediately took up a position as a House Officer at the Dental School. In 2006, Harvinder entered general practice where he gained experience in general dentistry and began his interest in cosmetic dentistry and braces treatment.In 2013, Harvinder obtained a post graduate qualification LDS RCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, London. Since 2014 he has been practising general dentistry within the NHS and privately. Harvinder has worked as an Emergency Dentist (NHS 111) for more than 4 years so he's got significant experience in dealing with dental emergencies such as dental trauma, severe toothache, facial swellings, anxious patients and mouth diseases.Harvinder has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry and braces. He is a certified provider of the Invisalign, ClearCorrect, Six Months Smile (6MS), and Quick Straight Teeth (QST).Harvinder is very friendly and easy to talk to. He dedicates the time to listen to his patient’s needs. He is passionate about restoring patients’ smile.Outside of dentistry, Harvinder likes to play squash and watching wildlife documentaries. He also enjoys musical concerts, playing the keyboard and spending time with friends and family.
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Nikita Patel GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2017 BDS Dr D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune 2013
GDC No: 271521
Nikita Patel graduated with the Statutory Exam in the UK in 2017. After graduating with a BDS degree in India in 2013, Nikita worked in a general dental practice in India for a year covering all aspects of general dentistry. She travelled to the UK in 2014 and passed her overseas registration exams and qualified to work in the UK in 2017. Nikita started a PVLE program with the NHS and was mentored by Dr Cristina Michiu.She has worked alongside the team at mydentist Pontefract Road since May 2018 and is often described as a caring and compassionate young lady. The team have loved watching her confidence grow and feel very privileged to be working with Nikita. She is committed to delivering the best patient experience possible and puts the needs of her patients first. Nikita communicates exceptionally well with every patient she sees and treats. She involves herself in peer reviews within mydentist and attends as many external courses as possible to add to her ever growing knowledge and learning. Nikita enjoys spending time with her family. Her long term career goals would be to take further training in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
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Zainab Majid GDP
Qualified from: BDS University of Dundee 2012
GDC No: 227003
Zainab qualified from the university of Dundee in 2012. She then went on to train with the Tipton Academy for restorative dentistry and has also completed orthodontic training enabling her to provide quick straight teeth . She is passionate about achieving safe , conservative cosmetic treatments using orthodontic appliances and conservative techniques . Zainab has a keen interest in facial aesthetics and facial rejuvenation and is continually developing her skills in this area to enable her to provide the latest treatments. She enjoys practice life and finds treating anxious patients and restoring people’s confidence in their smiles the most rewarding part of her job. Having two kids of her own she is very good with children . Zainab is fluent in both Arabic and English . Outside of work she enjoys spending family time with her 2 boys , snuggling up with a good book and travelling .
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Mehreen Alam GDP Private
GDC No: 268514
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Beverley Strafford GDP
GDC No: 58357
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Carlos Lanza Mateos GDP
GDC No: 191657
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Carlos Rodriguez Aguilar GDP
GDC No: 220654
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Lakvinder Singh Rathour GDP
GDC No: 73767
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Rachil Karaoulani GDP
GDC No: 252259
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Tsvetanka Mihova GDP
GDC No: 134821
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Anneka Kumar Therapist
GDC No: 277965
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Hayley Connor Therapist
GDC No: 215493
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Prabhjyot Bath Therapist
GDC No: 276602
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Sadaf Mahmood Therapist
GDC No: 227604
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Yasmeen Begum Therapist
GDC No: 274597
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