Meet the team at mydentist, Killingworth, North Tyneside
Your practice team
Your clinicians
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Sadia Bokhari GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2012 BDS Punjab 2001 BDS Punjab (Lahore) 2001
GDC No: 135877
Sadia started her career in Pakistan after graduating in 2001 and worked in hospitals and private facilities. Sadia started working as a general dentist in 2012 in the UK. As a strong believer in learning, Sadia completed a Postgraduate certificate in Prosthodontics and Postgraduate Diploma in Orthodontics and is currently a Member of British Orthodontic Society and the European Orthodontic Society. She has developed herself as a dentist with special interest in Orthodontics. She offers fixed braces, clear aligners and several cosmetic treatments. Sadia regularly attends conferences and courses to keep up with the recent technologies and advancements in general dentistry and in Orthodontics to benefit her patients. She is also member of British Orthodontic Society and European Orthodontic Society. In her spare time she is a busy wife and mum of three boys, loves to have family gatherings, watching movies and series in her own time.
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James Goodman Implantologist
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2000
GDC No: 77862
James graduated from Newcastle University in 2000 and has worked across a number of practices providing both NHS and Private dentistry. James strives to improve the oral health of his patients and build confidence with those who are dental phobic, giving them all the confidence to smile. In 2011 he completed the highly regarded ‘One to One’ Implant course at the University of Sheffield and has been providing implant dentistry to a very high standard since.James has a passion for cosmetic dentistry and is an established provider of Invisalign, a virtually invisible, removable solution for those wanting to straighten their teeth. He now focuses his time on providing private cosmetic dentistry and offers complimentary consultations for those wanting smile makeovers, implants and orthodontic treatments. James lives in Newcastle with his wife, daughter and dog and in his spare time, enjoys being active, making time for fell walking and mountain biking.
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Sergejs Grihanovs Implantologist
Qualified from: Zobarsta Riga Stradins University 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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Aqsa Burki GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2013 BDS 2006
GDC No: 248492
Aqsa qualified in 2006 in Pakistan, she then successfully passed her ORE Exam in 2013, leading to her registering with the GDC in 2014. She has vast experience in all fields of dentistry and is passionate about cosmetic dentistry, fixed and removeable prosthodontics, smile makeovers, veneers, crowns, bridges and whitening. She is also trained to carry out tooth wear cases and is currently enrolled in MClinDent in Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics at King's College London. Aqsa also provides Invisalign Go as part of short term orthodontics. In her spare time, she loves listening to music, spending time with her family and reading her favourite book.
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Carlos De Araujo Werner GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2010 BDentSc Rio De Janeiro 1982
GDC No: 191384
Carlos is a dental graduate from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and worked 1983-1985 as a GDP. Carlos is Board certified in Dental Public Health in the UK (diploma RCS-Eng), US (ADA) and Brazil (Federal Dental Council). He has also received residency certificates in Dental Public Health and Geriatric Dentistry from the University of Texas, US. Carlos offers clear aligners and a range of different cosmetic treatments for his patients. Carlos prides himself on taking time with his patients and really understanding their dreams for their ultimate smile. In 2019 He was a shortlisted nominee as the ‘Dentist of the Year’ by {my}dentist.Carlos in his spare time loves travelling the world and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. He has also recently become a new Grandfather, so is loving this new role.
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Claire Foley GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2019
GDC No: 283396
Claire qualified in 2019 from Newcastle University Dental School. She is originally from Birmingham but moved to Newcastle in 2011 and it has been her much loved home since. Claire has worked within {my}dentist for a number of years within several different practices, opting to make Killingworth her home in February 2022. Claire is known for her attentiveness, welcoming demeanour and ability to make even the most nervous patients feel more at ease. She provides a variety of dental treatments, including teeth straightening with clear aligners and composite bonding. In her spare time, Claire does Irish dancing, enjoys travelling and loves to spend time with her friends and family.
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Flavia Gagliardi GDP
Qualified from: LMD Fernando Pessoa University 2015
GDC No: 262366
Flavia was born in Rio de Janeiro and graduated from Fernando Pessoa's University in Porto, Portugal in 2015. Shortly after qualifying she moved to Newcastle Upon Tyne where she has been living and working ever since. Flavia has a constant drive for improving her knowledge and skills and loves all things dentistry and is committed to making her patients happy and feel completely at ease. Flavia has a great energy which rubs off on everyone around her. In her spare time Flavia loves traveling with her husband and son but hates leaving her Persian Cat Mouse alone for too long!
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Gaurav Jamnadass GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2005
GDC No: 101471
After qualifying from Newcastle University in 2005, Gaurav had continued to gain experience in most aspects of dentistry. He has attained Diplomas in both Restorative Dentistry & in Implant Dentistry which led him to a Master of Science in Cosmetic Dentistry (with Merit). He continues to focus on the fundamentals of high quality treatment and patient care. He has further training in Sedation techniques, facial aesthetics and has worked in Maxillofacial Surgery as a Senior House Officer. Having built up and run award winning Dental practices in the past, Gaurav now focuses on delivering his high quality treatment here at Killingworth. With his dedication to further education and patient care delivery, he is a Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgeons and an Associate Fellow of the College of General Dentistry. On his days off you will see him riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle to Rock music festivals or to a quiet spot for a bit of angling. He is active in charity events and is a volunteer with the Samaritan’s. His friendly & relaxed demeanour makes him popular with his patients and colleagues.
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Neil Charlton Watson GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 1990
GDC No: 65475
Neil studied dentistry at Newcastle University and qualified in 1990 and has worked in general practice since. He provides NHS and private dentistry and also offers private dental plans:- a cost effective way to spread the cost of dental treatment over monthly direct debits. Neil has a special interest in implant dentistry which he has been providing successfully at the practice in Blyth since 2006. He restores everything from single teeth to full mouth and smile makeovers and really enjoys seeing the life changing results this gives his patients.Neil strives to give every one of his patients the individual care and attention they deserve. Improving their oral health and giving them the confidence to smile.Neil is married with a son and he enjoys spending his time watching rugby and socialising with friends when he has free time.
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Oliver Dickson GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2017
GDC No: 271311
Oliver graduated from Newcastle University Dental School in 2017. He passed with a merit in Academic Dentistry. He is originally from Northern Ireland but continued living in Newcastle to provide both NHS and private dentistry, which he loves. When it comes to treating patients, Oliver is an attentive listener and recognises that each patient is unique and builds individual treatment plans to suit their needs. Oliver provides teeth starightening options such as ClearCorrect to his patients along with composite bonding. In his spare time, Oliver loves playing guitar in his home-made recording studio and going to the gym regularly.
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Oluwafunmilayo Akinbola GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2017 BDS Lagos 2011
GDC No: 275022
Oluwafunmilayo (known to her patients as Funmi) obtained her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Honours) Degree from University of Lagos, Nigeria in 2011. After working within the hospital and private general dental practice for the next few years, she went on to gain a Master of Medical Science degree in Diagnostic Oral Pathology from University of Sheffield in 2016. She completed her statutory examination and registration with the General Dental Council, UK in 2017/2018. Funmi currently delivers General Dental services within NHS and Private practice. In her spare time Funmi runs an African inspired clothing brand showcasing bright and colourful traditional African prints.
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Sadia Bokhari GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2012 BDS Punjab 2001 BDS Punjab (Lahore) 2001
GDC No: 135877
Sadia started her career in Pakistan after graduating in 2001 and worked in hospitals and private facilities. Sadia started working as a general dentist in 2012 in the UK. As a strong believer in learning, Sadia completed a Postgraduate certificate in Prosthodontics and Postgraduate Diploma in Orthodontics and is currently a Member of British Orthodontic Society and the European Orthodontic Society. She has developed herself as a dentist with special interest in Orthodontics. She offers fixed braces, clear aligners and several cosmetic treatments. Sadia regularly attends conferences and courses to keep up with the recent technologies and advancements in general dentistry and in Orthodontics to benefit her patients. She is also member of British Orthodontic Society and European Orthodontic Society. In her spare time she is a busy wife and mum of three boys, loves to have family gatherings, watching movies and series in her own time.
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Karen Mandle Hygienist
Qualified from: Diploma Dental Hygiene Newcastle University 2001
GDC No: 5983
Karen qualified as a dental hygienist from Newcastle Dental hospital with merit in 2002. Her OCD ensured she gained the highest clinical grade of her year and this still drives her to provide the best care she can for her patients to the present day. She has worked in general practice providing both NHS and private treatment across Newcastle and surrounding area. Out of work she likes nothing more than pulling on her walking boots and dragging her family and dog out for long walks both here and the Lake District where she’s from (providing it’s not raining too hard!!)
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Lisa Morris Orthodontic Therapist
Qualified from: Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2020 National Certificate NEBDN 2001
GDC No: 151204
Lisa is an Orthodontic Therapist who started off her career in 1999 as a dental nurse. Lisa then progressed onto working in an Orthodontic practice which enabled her to progress on and qualify in Orthodontic Nursing, then moving into her dream job of becoming an Orthodontic Therapist. After 20 years in general and orthodontic nursing she was given a place at University of Central Lancashire through The Royal College of Surgeons, and successfully qualified in December 2020. Lisa loves to be able to help give her patients their confidence to smile again and loves to be a huge part of their journey from the beginning, right to the very end. Outside of work, Lisa loves nothing more than spending quality time with her partner and their dog.
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Michael Barrell GDP Private
GDC No: 259003
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Ana Isabel Gil Prieto GDP
GDC No: 314896
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Ayesha Khan GDP
GDC No: 262790
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Cameron Stirling GDP
GDC No: 302520
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Viktorija Ruhmane Therapist
GDC No: 286902
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