MEET THE TEAM
Team work makes the dream work
Let us introduce you to our family, the team at Park Avenue Dental Care, who recognise that patients who are satisfied with the way they are cared for are much more inspired to achieve good oral health. Happy patients become healthy patients with a desire to stay that way with continued maintenance. At Park Avenue Dental Care we are committed to whole patient dentistry.
We understand that our most important and valuable assets are our staff, because ultimately it is the people in any organisation that make it great. Our team believe that impeccable manners and a friendly smile are the foundations of any successful customer service interaction.
64% of our staff prefer drinking tea to coffee
73% of our staff prefer Facebook over Instagram
75% of our staff prefer shopping in-store rather than online
81% of our staff prefer going to the cinema to a movie night in
75% of our staff prefer X Factor to Strictly
Dr Sanjay Gupta BDS (GDC No 66291)
Dr. Gupta completed his dental degree at The Royal London Hospital 1990.
After two years working in hospital as a resident oral surgeon in Maxillo-Facial Surgery to Senior House Officer level he decided to focus more on general practice dentistry. He has since continued his training particularly in the areas of Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry having completed the renowned Paul Tipton course of Advanced Restorative Dentistry. As Clinical Director of the practice he chairs regular meetings and has instilled a culture of learning and training that continues to focus on improved dental care for all patients.
Dr Gupta has been providing patients with a short term orthodontic solution to correct misaligned teeth having achieved accreditation to carry out treatment using the Inman Aligner.
His aim is to treat his patients in a professional and relaxed manner whilst also ensuring they have a full understanding of what is required at all stages. Now with over 27 years’ experience, his patients have benefited from these acquired skills and his holistic approach to dental treatment.
Dr Sangeeta Lakhanpaul BDS (GDC No 64495)
Dr. Lakhanpaul graduated from The Royal London Hospital 1989.
She completed a hospital post in Oral Medicine and Periodontology before joining general dental practice and further training in Advanced Restorative Dentistry with completion of the highly respected Harris Sidelsky postgraduate course. This formed the basis for her passion for dentistry and she now enjoys teaching and mentoring young students and believes strongly in the importance of continued post-graduate learning.
She has over 25 years of experience in general practice and has a remarkable rapport with all her patients both young and old. She gains great pleasure from educating patients regarding positive changes to their lifestyle and restoring their teeth as well as their confidence, which is reflected in her high standards of care.
As joint practice owner she divides her time between treating patients and ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of Park Avenue Dental Care (padc). Her aim is to ensure that the Team at padc gives all our patients a customer service experience that excels their expectations.
Dr Nikunj Amin BDS (GDC No 192177)
Dr. Amin graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2010. Since then, Dr. Amin has undertaken training in short term orthodontics. He is qualified in providing patients with aesthetic, tooth coloured, fixed or removable braces using the QST system.
Dr. Amin completed a one year course in Advanced Operative Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry with the Aspire Dental Academy in 2016.
Most recently, Dr. Amin has enrolled on the SmileFast course. The techniques he will learn on this course will allow him to offer his patients a means of improving the appearance of their front teeth in a predictable & minimally invasive manner.
Dr. Amin has been treating patients at Park Avenue Dental for almost a decade. His experience has equipped him with the skills to provide quality dental care for patients of all ages and needs in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Away from the practice, Dr. Amin is kept busy helping his wife look after their two young children. He is a keen golfer & has a passion for both football & cricket. Other than sport, Dr. Amin loves to travel & sample cuisines from around the world.
Dr Kunal Shah BDS (GDC No 230408)
Dr Shah graduated from the University of Manchester in 2012. After completing his foundation training as part of the London Deanery for Dentistry, with an award for Best Case Presentation, he began working at Park Avenue Dental Care in 2013.
He has since progressed clinically and developed an interest in cosmetic dentist by undertaking the Aspire Advanced Restorative Dentistry and SmileFast courses. He also uses clear aligner braces to straighten teeth with Invisalign.
In his spare time he likes to travel, and enjoys spending time with his friends and family. He is a well rounded dentist who is confident in taking on complicated restorative cases and keeps a calm and relaxed atmosphere in the surgery.
Dr Vinay Puri BSc MSc PhD BDS (GDC No 245006)
Dr Puri graduated from Barts and the Royal London in 2013. He undertook his vocational training year as part of the London Deanery of Dentistry at a mixed dental practice in Redbridge, where Dr Puri was part of the renowned Eastman Scheme.
Having successfully completed part 1 of the MJDF examination, Dr Puri is due to complete part 2 of this well recognised post graduate qualification which will grant him membership to the Royal College of Surgeons and the Faculty of General Dental Practice (UK).
Dr Puri had also been awarded a Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from London’s prestigious Universities, with his primary interest in the field of Genetics. He still maintains his interest in science.
Dr Puri strives to provide quality dental care for patients of all ages and needs, in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Dr Sawan Tailor BChD (GDC No 258845)
Dr. Tailor graduated from the University of Leeds in 2015. He undertook his vocational training in Carlisle, Cumbria and gained early experience in general dentistry in a mixed practice in Kent.
He has completed a certificate in aesthetic and restorative dentistry under the mentorship of the world renowned Dr. Chris Orr. His main drive is to ensure you and your family are listened to and treated well so that you can flaunt a confident, healthy, functional and aesthetic smile.
He enjoys football, photography, travelling and keeping fit at the gym outside work.
Mr Louis W. McArdle BDS MSc FDSRCS (Eng) (GDC No. 62161)
Mr McArdle has been part of the team at park avenue dental care for over fourteen years.
He is a GDC registered Specialist in Oral Surgery and Consultant Oral Surgeon to Guy's & St Thomas's NHS Foundation Trust.
He is also a senior clinical specialist teacher in oral surgery teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels for the last 19 years. As programme director for postgraduate studies in oral surgery at King's College London he manages the master's degree in oral surgery and is educational supervisor for specialist trainees in oral surgery based at Guy's hospital.
He has over 24 years experience within the field of oral surgery both in hospital and specialist practice and was one of the first to gain a master's degree in Dental Implantology in the UK. He also holds a qualification in Fellowship in Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FDSRCS).
We provide a full range of specialist oral surgery services under local anaesthesia in modern, comfortable surroundings.
Chandani Patel BSc (GDC No 260535)
Chandani qualified as a dental hygienist on 15th of September 2015 from the University of Essex.
She enjoys caring for patients of all age groups for their oral hygiene care. She is committed to providing a higher quality care and tailor made treatment for each individual patient.
In her spare time she enjoys keeping fit and spending time with family and friends.
Shruti Vachhani (GDC No 259582)
Shruti qualified in 2013 as a Dentist in India from Rajasthan University of Heath and Science.
After settling in England, she qualified as a Dental Nurse NEBDN in 2015 and was registered as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist in 2019. She is highly motivated and hardworking clinician committed to making her patients feel comfortable throughout with a gentle and caring chair side manner. She regularly attends courses to continue develop her skill and knowledge.
In her spare time, Shruti enjoys cooking, spending time with her husband and socialising with family and friends.
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Park Avenue Dental Care
44 Park Avenue North
Willesden Green
London
NW10 1JY
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e: parkavenuedentalcare@gmail.com
t: +44 (0)20 8452 6889 / 3981
