Theale Dentist
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The Team

Professional care throughout our business
Principal Dentist
Dr Jasdeep Singh Bahra (BDS DipImpDent)

GDC Number: 83672

Jasdeep graduated from Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ Dental Institute in 2004 and has been working as a general dentist since. He returned to post-graduate education in 2011 to further his dental knowledge and experience. During this time he completed a Certificate in Restorative Dental Practice and a Diploma in Implant Dentistry at the renowned Eastman Dental Institute (University College London).

He has obtained further experience in providing restorative treatment including root canal treatments, gum surgery, crowns, bridges, dentures and dental implants.

Jas also provides teeth straightening treatment using clear aligners at the practice.

Outside of work he likes to spend time with his family and enjoys photography and playing golf.

Associate Dentist
Dr Kevin Fleming (Bsc. BDS. NUI.)

GDC number:57751

Kevin qualified from University College Cork, Ireland in 1983. After qualification, Kevin moved to England and worked in general practice in Kent, before setting up his own practice in Surrey.

Kevin is very experienced and enjoys all areas of Preventive, Restorative and Cosmetic dentistry.

Associate Dentist
Dr Saba Chaudhry (BDS PGDip)

GDC number: 259262
Saba graduated from Bart’s and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2015 and has completed further postgraduate studies in clear aligner therapy and is currently embarking on an aesthetic and restorative diploma.

She has worked in Hertfordshire, Essex and Sussex before joining the team at Theale Dental Surgery in 2019.

Saba enjoys general, family based dentistry with an emphasis on treating minimally invasively. She is an invisalign provider and enjoys using it as a tool to create a big change to a patients smile and confidence. She has a kind and calm manner and is great with nervous patients and children.

In her spare time Saba enjoys spending time with family and friends, travelling and sewing.

Periodontist
Dr Meena Malhi (BDS, MJDF, RCS Eng, MClin Dent, MPerio, RCSEd)

GDC: 83755

Experience: Over 19 Years
Meena graduated in dentistry from King’s College London in 2004. She spent the start of her professional career working in general dental practice in Yorkshire and London. During this period, she further achieved Diploma of the Membership of Joint Dental Faculties awarded by the Royal College of Surgeons, England.

Meena completed her extensive four-year specialist training in periodontics at Guy’s Hospital in London and was awarded Master of Clinical Dentistry. She obtained the Best Exam Case prize in 2021 and was involved in undergraduate student teaching. She also attained Membership in Periodontics by Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
Meena regularly attends conferences to gain knowledge on the current evidence-based practices in periodontics and has also contributed to publications in peer-reviewed clinical journals. She is a member of many dental associations including the British Society of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry.
Meena focuses on delivering the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of gum and peri-implant disease and is highly regarded for her thoroughness and places patient care at the centre of her work. She specialises in both non-surgical treatment and advanced gum therapy for the treatment of gum disease including periodontal regeneration and treatment for gum recession such as gum grafts. She also completes crown lengthening surgery in aesthetic and functional cases.
Outside of practice, Meena enjoys spending time with her family and travelling. She benefits from taking long walks and takes pleasure in watching movies.

Practice Manager
Laura Yates

Laura  joined the practice in 1999 as a part-time receptionist. Having worked her way up to non-clinical Practice Manager, Laura has become the heart of the practice supporting both staff and patients. Her ready smile and positive attitude has endeared her to many of the patients over the years and her continuing professional development has helped in mentoring new members of the team and leading meetings.

Laura has 3 grown-up sons, Nick, Simon and Jamie.

In her spare time, Laura loves travelling, the Greek islands being a particular favourite, cooking for friends and family, pilates and going to the theatre.

 

Hygienist
Gail Braine (EDH.)

GDC number: 1621

Gail qualified from the Royal Army Dental Corps, England, in 1977. Gail joined the practice in 1989. She attends many post-graduate courses to keep up to date with the latest techniques and materials. She enjoys the rapport that is built up between herself and her patients.

Gail is highly motivated and likes nothing better than helping to put her patients at ease and giving them the treatment and information to ensure that they not only have healthy teeth, but also save time and money. Gail enjoys pilates, playing golf and walking at the week-ends.

Hygienist
Sana Shabbir

GDC: 291664

Sana registered as a dental hygienist in 2020. She has a gentle approach with patients and has multiple ways of motivating patients into keeping their gums and teeth healthy. She is very passionate about preventing, maintaining and promoting good oral health.

In her spare time, Sana love painting and playing with colours and spend time with her 1 year old little boy.

Hygienist
Sunita Gurung

GDC: 299406

Sunita graduated in 2016 from Rajiv Gandhi University of health sciences in the Bachelor of Dental Surgery. She is currently registered with the GDC as a dental hygienist and therapist. Sunita joined Theale Dental Surgery in June 2023 and has a gentle and knowledgeable approach with patients.

Outside of work, Sunita enjoys spending time with animals and her young daughter.

Qualified Dental Nurse
Jasmine Blake

GDC: 309434

Jasmine joined the practice in September 2020. She trained as a trainee dental nurse and qualified in April 2023. Jasmine enjoys working with all the clinician’s within the practice.

Jasmine and her partner Luke have just welcomed their first baby into the world, Mabel-Rose. Jasmine also has a miniature dachshund called Rex.

Qualified Dental Nurse/ Receptionist
Zoe Preston

GDC: 310074

Zoe joined the practice in October 2020. She trained as a trainee dental nurse and qualified in April 2023. Zoe enjoys working both clinically as a dental nurse and non-clinically by working on reception and has a well rounded knowledge of both.

Zoe recently got married to her lovely husband Dan in May 2023. The staff at Theale Dental attended and had a wonderful time celebrating the happy couple. Zoe also has a Tibetan Terrier cross Pug called Nelson and has 4 tortoises.

Trainee Dental Nurse
Amelia Pounds

Amelia joined the practice in May 2023 and is currently in the first year of her apprenticeship to become a dental nurse. Amelia enjoys working with all the clinicians within the practice and is excited to start her career in dental nursing.

Outside of work, Amelia likes to spend time with her family, boyfriend and her dog called Buddy. She also likes to read and listen to music.

Trainee Dental Nurse
Sophia Fappiano

Sophia joined the practice in May 2023 and is currently in the first year of her apprenticeship to become a dental nurse. Sophia enjoys working with all the clinicians within the practice.

Outside of work, Sophia enjoys spending time with family and friends and enjoys going on holiday.