The team keeps up to date with all the latest techniques, developments and materials in dentistry and undergoes regular continuing professional development (CPD) in line with the General Dental Council’s recommendations.
All dentists working at O’Connors Dental Surgery are self-employed, independent contractors and are personally responsible for the treatment they provide.
Clinical
Dr Dermot O’Connor B.A., B.Dent.Sc., MJDF RCS Eng
Dental Surgeon
GDC no. 82583
Qualified from Trinity College Dublin, University of Ireland, in 2003, and has also obtained MJDF qualifications from the Royal College of Surgeons. Dermot has an interest in prevention and minimally invasive dentistry. He enjoys working with a wide variety of patients with differing dental needs and in the maintenance of the dentition amongst elderly patients.
Dr Sarah Hughes B.A., B.Dent.Sc., MCGDent.
Dental Surgeon
GDC no. 86105
Qualified from Trinity College Dublin, University of Ireland, in 2005, and is a member of the College of General Dentistry since obtaining her MJDF qualifications from the Royal College of Surgeons. Dr Sarah gained experience working in NHS and Private practices in London before joining O’Connor’s Dental Practice as a partner. Dr Sarah enjoys developing a strong rapport with her patients and has been described as very approachable and caring by her patients.
Dr Sarah runs a bruxism clinic at the practice, providing a full assessment and alleviating treatments such as nightguards and botulinum toxins.
Dr Sarah has experience in facial aesthetics since 2008 and has undertaken advanced and masterclass botulinum toxin training to keep up to date with the latest treatments. She is experienced in anti-wrinkle, muscle relaxing and tension reduction botox treatments. She also offers skin rejuvenation treatments, dermal fillers, fat dissolving injections and polynucleotide injectables. More information can be found on the dedicated website.
Dr Ameet Gadher BPharm, BDS (Hons)
Dental Surgeon
GDC no. 245016
Qualified from Barts & The London School of Medicine & Dentistry and has obtained MJDF qualifications from the Royal College of Surgeons. Dr Ameet previously qualified as a pharmacist and his pharmaceutical knowledge is a great boost to the team at O’Connors Dental. He has a special interest in pain management, preventative dentistry and oral surgery. He enjoys providing treatment to patients with a variety of clinical needs including elderly and medically compromised patients.
Dr Vicky Fang BChD
Dental Surgeon
GDC no 264961
Graduated from University of Leeds with a Merit in Dentistry. Since then Dr Vicky has worked in general practices in London and Hertfordshire. She has also undertaken training in the oral and maxillofacial department of Salisbury Hospital where she gained valuable experience in complex tooth extractions as well as treating patients with head and neck trauma. Currently, she is pursuing a postgraduate qualification in aesthetic and restorative dentistry.
She favours a calm approach to practice and prides herself on putting anxious patients at ease.
Dr Avinash Naga BDS (Lond), AssocFCGDent, PGCert MOS RCS (Lond), M Imp Dent RCSed GDC no. 104343
Dr Avi provides dental implants at the practice. He Qualified from Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in 2006 and is a member of the College of General Dentistry (MCGDent). He was awarded the Post Graduate Certificate in minor oral surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons in 2014. Dr Avi is also a member in Implant Dentistry of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh after obtaining his Diploma in Implant dentistry from the same college. Dr Avi has keen interest in oral surgery and has experience placing implants since 2017. In his spare time he plays football and enjoys skiing down mountains! Dr Avi also speaks fluent french.
Dr Asha Singh BChD
Dental Hygienist
GDC no. 79305
Qualified from Leeds University. Asha provides hygiene services on Saturdays and Mondays. She has over fifteen years experience as a hygienist, is passionate about providing the best care for her patients and enjoys keeping up to date with modern practices and techniques.
Support
Irena is our Front of House. She manages reception and orchestrates the smooth day to day running of the practice.
Stela is Senior Nurse, is the Cross Infection lead and manages stock. Stela is a GDC registered dental nurse and especially likes working with our younger patients.
Emilia is a GDC registered dental nurse and enjoys helping with cosmetic and crown cases. Emilia has special responsibilities in recording and auditing cross infection control and Legionella water safety.
Lidia is a GDC registered dental nurse qualified since 2021. She holds a foundation degree in Social Science and is currently studying for her BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care, working towards being a Health Advisor. Lidia enjoys working in Healthcare and is especially passionate about cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetics. Lidia heads up our first aid and medical emergency readiness. She also makes amazing cakes!
Together the team can speak several languages including Italian, Greek, Romanian, Bulgarian, Russian and Czech. Please mention to reception if you feel this may be helpful for you.
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