Meet the team at mydentist, Westbury Park, Newcastle-under-Lyme
Your practice team
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Tracey Hall
Practice Manager
GDC No: 128078
Your clinicians
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Azeem Khan GDP
Qualified from: MDDr Prague 2009
GDC No: 179064
Azeem qualified from Charles University in Prague in 2009 and completed his Foundation Dentistry year in 2010 in Nottingham. He went onto obtain his membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh in 2013 and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry but especially restorative work and endodontics. Azeem also specialises in adult orthodontics / short term orthodontics.He has been at the Practice for 10 years and enjoys building relationships with patients and making a difference for them. Outside of dentistry Azeem enjoys spending time with his family, supporting Manchester United FC, playing Call of Duty on his X-box and travelling.
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Neeta Ravish GDP
Qualified from: LDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2015
GDC No: 256739
Dr Neeta Ravish BDS, LDS, MJDF RCS (Eng), Cert Endodontics is a dedicated and compassionate dentist committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred dental care. She graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree in India and has continued to develop her skills and knowledge through postgraduate qualifications in the UK. In 2016, she was awarded the Licentiate in Dental Surgery (LDS) from the Royal College of Surgeons, and in 2023 she completed a Certificate in Endodontics, further enhancing her expertise in root canal treatment. Neeta has a particular interest in preventative, restorative and endodontic dentistry. She is passionate about delivering gentle, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s individual needs and goals. Her caring and approachable manner helps patients feel relaxed and confident throughout their treatment, while her attention to detail ensures the highest standards of care. She believes in creating a welcoming and supportive environment where patients can feel at ease and work towards achieving healthy, confident smiles that last a lifetime. Outside of dentistry, Neeta enjoys shopping, travelling and spending time walking with friends. She also loves visiting family in India whenever she has the opportunity.
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Nevien Markos GDP
Qualified from: MFGDP(UK) 2005 BDS University of Liverpool 2002
GDC No: 80887
Nevien Markos qualified from Liverpool in 2002 and is very passionate about dentistry and acquiring new skills .She continued her post graduate education and obtained membership of the Royal College of Surgeons in 2005.Nevien has developed a special interest in implants and has successfully completed a year of training in multi-system implants 2009-2010. This has enabled her to compare the various systems that are available and choose the system that would give the best clinical result. Since completing the course Nevien has placed and restored a large number of implants.She is a firm believer in lifelong learning and regularly attends courses and study groups.Outside of work she enjoy reading and walking her pet dog.
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Noreen Saleem GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2010
GDC No: 206852
Noreen Saleem qualified in Pakistan in 2001 and worked in a general dental practice. In 2010 she became a senior house officer in oral and maxillofacial surgery. She began working as a dental surgeon in The Boulevard Dental Practice in 2015, where she has become a valuable member of the team. Noreen does a wide range of treatments, both on the NHS and privately, ranging from extractions to tooth whitening treatments and is great with patients who are nervous and children. Noreen's patients describe her as pleasant, professional, caring and very understanding. Noreen currently works at the practice 3 days per week, starting at 8.30am.
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Paulius Libonas GDP
Qualified from: D Stom Kaunas 2003
GDC No: 164162
Paulius qualified in dentistry in 2003 from Kaunas Medical university in Lithuania. He then moved to the UK to practice dentistry. Paulis enjoys all aspects of general dentistry within the practice, where he has gained a very large number of regular patients including a large amount of families. Although he enjoys general dentistry Paulius does especially enjoy restorative work. He has been with us here at Westbury Park Dental Practice since 2018. Outside of work and dentistry Paulius enjoys spending time with his family and going for walks. He also enjoys going on holiday and going back to Lithuania to visit.
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Salman Khan GDP
Qualified from: BDS Lond 1994 LDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 1994
GDC No: 70243
Having practised Dentistry internationally in many roles I hope I can help you on your Dental journey to better outcomes.?Salman gained his qualifications from Guys Hospital in London, as well as his Licentiate from the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 1994. He worked in a private practice in London until he joined Saad Specialist Hospital in Saudi Arabia, in 2002 where he served as Chief of General Dentistry. He then moved on to work in Bahrain as Head of staff training and Restorative Associate in 2008. With over 15 years of Private dental experience, he enjoys harnessing the value of modern technology to provide dental care that is both aligned with international standards and delivered with the patients comfort in mind. An experienced provider of Invisalign Go, Cosmetic Ceramic systems such as EMax and Lasers such as Biolase. These are used to provide high-quality treatment in a time-efficient way. Salman is available to discuss your treatment needs
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Karen McBarrons Hygienist
Qualified from: Diploma in Dental Hygiene 2000
GDC No: 5689
Karen qualified from Liverpool Dental School in 2000 and has since qualified in Teeth Whitening and Facial Aesthetic procedures. She is dedicated to preventing and treating gum disease. Karen's goal is helping to educate and promote good oral hygiene to her patients. She also loves giving that feelgood factor with teeth whitening and facial aesthetics including anti-wrinkle treatments and dermal fillers. She has a great rapport with her patients and helps puts people, who are nervous, at ease.Outside work, Karen loves cycling with her family, going to the gym and long dog walks with her friends. She's also been known to generate her own dental wording to Christmas jingles!
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Ashique Shamim Therapist
Qualified from: Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2025
GDC No: 325774
Ashique Shamim qualified as a dentist in India in 2019 and has been working as a Dental Therapist at Westbury Park mydentist since July 2025. Known for his calm manner and friendly smile, he enjoys helping patients feel relaxed and comfortable throughout their dental visits. Ashique provides a range of NHS and private treatments, including hygiene therapy, Airflow, teeth whitening, tooth-coloured fillings and preventative care. He has a particular interest in children's dentistry and runs Dental Kids Clubs within the practice, helping young patients develop positive dental habits from an early age. He believes in taking the time to ensure every patient feels heard, informed, and confident in their treatment plan. Patients appreciate his gentle approach, professionalism and commitment to providing personalised care tailored to their individual needs. Committed to continuous professional development, Ashique keeps up to date with the latest techniques and evidence-based dentistry. Outside of work, he enjoys travelling, playing sports, staying active, and spending time with family and friends.
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Shumaila Ishaq Therapist
Qualified from: Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2024
National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2024
GDC No: 315887
Shumaila Ishaq qualified as a Dental Surgeon in Pakistan in 2018 and provided a full range of dental treatments as a General Dental Surgeon until 2020. Following her move to the UK in 2022, she began her career with mydentist at Westbury Park, where she first qualified as a Dental Nurse before progressing to become a Dental Therapist and Hygienist in 2024. Shumaila provides both NHS and private treatments under direct access and prescription, including hygiene scale and polish treatments, Airflow stain removal, fillings, teeth whitening, digital scans, periodontal (gum) treatments, and the extraction of baby teeth. She has a particular interest in caring for anxious patients, especially children, and is known for her gentle, reassuring approach. A true people person, Shumaila’s excellent communication skills help patients feel comfortable and at ease throughout their treatment journey. She is passionate about delivering high-quality care and building strong relationships with her patients. Outside of work, Shumaila enjoys spending time with family and friends.
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Spencer Greening Clinical Dental Technician
Qualified from: Diploma Clinical Dental Technology Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2015
National Diploma in Science (Dental Technology) BTEC 1993
GDC No: 114916
Spencer Greening is a highly experienced Clinical Dental Technician (CDT) with over a decade of hands-on expertise in denture care and patient management. Since qualifying in 2015, Spencer has specialised in combining traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge digital technology to deliver exceptional, comfortable, and natural-looking dentures.
Since 2020, Spencer has mastered the full 360° digital denture workflow, from intraoral scanning with Trios to designing with 3Shape and delivering predictable, accurate results. He is passionate about patient engagement, reducing chair time, and improving outcomes through innovation.
Alongside his clinical work, Spencer supports clinicians with training in digital denture workflows, offering live demonstrations, hands-on sessions, and consulting on best lab design practices for predictable results. His approach bridges the gap between clinic and lab, helping dental teams transition smoothly into the digital era.
When he’s not in clinic, Spencer dedicates time to developing scalable training programs to help more clinicians adopt digital workflows, ultimately transforming the patient experience across the UK.
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Radha Dhandapani Periodontist
GDC No: 282444
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Aalaa Seidahmed GDP
GDC No: 324641
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Don Jayawardena GDP
Qualified from: BDS Cardiff University 2017
GDC No: 271822
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Madhurima Vallabhaneni GDP
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2016
BDS Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences 2004
GDC No: 267670
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