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Dr.Asfia Haider
Qualified from: Statutory Exam 2018 Bangladesh, 2018
GDC No: 277178
Asfia Haider is a conscientious dentist with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating different dental problems/conditions. Having qualified as a Dentist from University Dental College of Dhaka University, Bangladesh in 2008, Asfia obtained her registration with General Dental Council, UK in 2018. She also completed her postgraduate MSc in Oral Biology from Queen Mary University of London, UK in 2012. Asfia joined {my}dentist in 2019 and has been involved full-time in managing both NHS and Private Dental treatments. Beside clinical interest, Asfia was involved in Biomaterial research and published her work on bioactive bone scaffold synthesis for new bone regeneration. She is continuously undertaking a range of theoretical and hands-on courses for developing new skills; particularly to support her special interest in aesthetic dentistry. Asfia prides herself in supporting patients of all ages and backgrounds to encourage proper dental hygiene.
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Dr.Krupali Praful C M Shah
Qualified from: BDS Cardiff 2015 (Registrable qualification replacing BDS Cardiff 2014. Cardiff, 2014
GDC No: 251203
Having qualified from Cardiff Dental School in 2014, Krupali has spent her time working in both Private and NHS general practices and various hospital settings in South Wales. During her Dental Foundation Training between 2014-16, she gained additional skills in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Morriston and Prince Charles Hospital and Private Specialist Practices in Swansea. Krupali enjoys spending her time treating children and nervous patients by providing a calm and pain-free atmosphere. These skills were further improved during her time working in the Community Dental Services in Swansea in 2017. From 2018, Krupali has worked as an Associate Dentist and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry with a keen interest in Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy). In 2021, she completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Endodontics at the University of Chester and passed with a Merit. She also attended the Post Graduate Diploma teaching in Endodontics. Krupali joined the {my}dentist team in 2021. Krupali is always striving to improve her skills, broaden her knowledge and provide the best care for her patients. Outside of work, Krupali is passionate about wildlife and nature and can be found mountaineering on a range of mountains around the world.
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Dr.Laura-Irina Dinuta
Qualified from: DMD Bucharest,Romania, 2002
GDC No: 191757
Dr Laura Dinuta graduated from University of Dental Medicine Carol Davila, Bucharest in 2001, she then went on to earn the title of specialist Dentist in general dentistry after 3 more years of studying at the university. She first had the inspiration to enter the field of dentistry as a teen when she realized how much her school friends and even some adults feared going to the dentist. She wanted to make the experience more patient friendly and comfortable and she decided that the best way to do this was to become a dentist herself. With the abundance of experience in Tonypandy she has most definitely achieved this with many of her patients. She is widely recognized by her patients in the practice for her loud laugh and for her friendly and comforting manner. She has undertaken many courses to further her knowledge in dentistry in both NHS and Private Treatment, some being- SmileFast and Enlighten Whitening. When Dr Dinuta is not practicing dentistry she enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter, traveling and she also enjoys cycling.
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Dr.Radu Gross
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: Cluj-Napoca Romania, 2009
GDC No: 195810
Dr Radu Gross qualified from Iuliu Hatieganu Medical University Romania in 2009, with a Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree. He joined {my}dentist in 2011, and has gained extensive experience in both NHS and Private Dental treatments.
Radu graduated from Salford University in 2012, with a Certificate in Oral Implantology, and is continuously undertaking international theoretical and hands-on courses to support his special interest in Implantology, Periodontology and Oral Surgery.
In 2020 Radu graduated with a Masters Degree in Periodontology from the University of Central Lancashire after a three year postgraduate course.
Along with his special interest in Implantology, Periodontology and Full-mouth reconstructions, Radu is also passionate about aesthetic dentistry.
Radu has attended a number of courses in facial aesthetics and is keen to develop this further.
In his spare time Radu likes nothing more than to keep fit and healthy, whilst spending time with his family and friends
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Ms.Elizabeth Davies (Blaiklock)
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: CEB Dip Dent Hygiene United Kingdom, 2000
GDC No: 5723
Elizabeth who likes to be called Liz, joined The Royal Navy in 1994 as a Qualified Dental nurse. In 2000 she furthered her career and qualified as a Dental hygienist. Liz travelled all around the world working with the Royal Navy in countries like Gibraltar, Naples, Hong Kong and various locations around uk until returning to her home town in maesteg Bridgend in 2007. Liz works across various {my}dentist practices in the South Wales area.
In Liz's spare time she cares for her 3 children, and loves walking her 3 spaniels. She loves her job as a hygienist and all the patients that comes through her door.
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Dr.Myles Povey
Qualified from: BDS Cardiff 2012 Wales, 2012
GDC No: 229150
Myles graduated with a First Class Honours Degree from Cardiff Dental School in 2012 where he also achieved a First Class intercalated BSc degree in Oral Diseases.
Since joining the practice Myles has undertaken a range of post graduate training. Most notably a Post Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Aesthetic and Restorative dentistry from the Smile Concepts Dominic Hassall Training institute. This has provided Myles with the skills and knowledge to provide a wide range of more complex restorative treatments in a safe and predictable way.
Myles has a passion for cosmetic dentistry and offers a wide range of treatments to improve the appearance of your smile. From aesthetic composite bonding both freehand and using the Smilefast system, veneers and tooth straightening. Myles is a full Invisalign provider and able to provide cosmetic orthodontics in the practice as well as working with other systems.
Myles offers facial aesthetic treatment including anti-wrinkle treatments.
Alongside his work at the practice he has also volunteered teaching oral surgery in Tanzania with the charity Bridge2Aid as well as acting as a clinical mentor for overseas dental graduates.
Outside of work Myles enjoys endurance sport having completed multiple Ironman’s & ultramarathons.
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Dr.Jasraj Singh Duhra
Qualified from: BDS Cardiff University 2017 Cardiff, 2017
GDC No: 271711
Dr Jasraj Duhra qualified from Cardiff University in 2017 with BDS(Hons). He joined Tonypandy practice in 2018. He provides both NHS and private treatment, and has since excelled in developing his skills in private dentistry further. He has attended a number of courses in restorative dentistry and a keen interest in developing his skills further. He is a an Invisalign Go provider and also trained in Smilefast. Jasraj patient care and excellent patient rapport is impeccable and is an asset of the team. In his spare time Jas enjoys football, golf and spending time with his friends and family.
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Mrs.Tayer Witchell
(Practice Manager)
Qualified from: NVQ L3 Dental Nursing & VRQ L3 Dental Nursing City & Guilds United Kingdom, 2012
GDC No: 236965
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Miss.Emily Williams
(Treatment co-ordinator)
Qualified from: National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN United Kingdom, 2018
GDC No: 279303
Emily started her career in dentistry in Tonypandy practice in 2016 as a decontamination assistant. In 2017 she started her training to become a Qualified Dental Nurse. She gained her National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEDBN in 2018 and Registered with the GDC as a Qualified Dental Nurse. Since qualifying she has done many courses to further her career, she is a trained Mentor for student dental nurses and Mentors Student dental nurses in the practice. She has also completed the Implant nurse training course and assists the Implantologist in all his Surgical Procedures. Emily became a treatment coordinator for the practice in 2022. She has a keen interest in helping patient feel confident and happy with their smile and has a great patient journey and goes above and beyond to help provide patient with a smile they’re happy with. She is also trained in providing intra-oral scanning which allows patient to see images of what their smiles could look like after cosmetic treatment. She is also in charge of running the practice social media accounts. Emily has a keen interest in photography and in her spare time enjoys traveling and taking photos.
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Dr.Rafia Maryam Hammad
Qualified from: LDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2018 England, 2018
GDC No: 283320
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