Meet Our Team
Practice Owners
Shivani Bhandari
Practice Coordinator in St Pauls Dental
Dr Gauri Pradhan
Qualifications: BDS, MDS, MFDS, Implatologist
Dr Gauri Pradhan qualified in Dentistry in the year 2000 as a university topper. Was awarded a Gold medal in 3 subjects. She then went on to attain a Masters in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery in 2007. In 2014 she attained MFDS Royal College of Surgeons
Dentists / Hygienist
Sunil Akula
Madiha Inayatullah
Fatema Tuzohara
Dr. Carmen Arjona Vázquez
GDC Registered Dentist | BDA Member
Dr. Carmen Arjona Vázquez graduated with an MSc in Dentistry in 2010 from Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio in Madrid. In 2019, she completed a Master’s in Oral Surgery, Implants, and Implant Rehabilitation in Córdoba, Spain.
She has a special interest in oral surgery, implantology, and cosmetic dentistry, having further enhanced her skills with courses in porcelain rehabilitation and composite bonding.
Carmen is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care and is a proud member of the General Dental Council and the British Dental Association.
Dr Wasan Yasin
GDC No: 84172
Qualifications: BDS, MSC, MFDS Ireland, PG Cert. Restorative Dentistry
Wasan qualified from Baghdad University in 1992. Following this, she obtained her master’s degree in periodontology and worked as a tutor at the College of Dentistry, Baghdad. After relocating to Ireland, she gained further post graduate qualifications and became a member of The Royal College of Surgeons (Ireland). Wasan then worked for one year at Belfast Hospital, and a further year in Bristol Dental Hospital where she gained a wealth of experience in oral surgery and restorative dentistry. In 2006, Wasan joined the High Street Dental Practice. During this time, she has also completed her postgraduate certificate in restorative dentistry from the highly regarded Eastman Institute in London.
Alongside working at the practice, she works in the emergency out of hours clinic twice a week, helping patients with acute pain and other dental emergencies, which she finds to be very rewarding. Both at the practice and in the emergency clinic, Wasan focuses on a calm approach when dealing with nervous patients.
Wasan’s particular passion lies in adult short-term orthodontics, and she takes pride in understanding patients’ needs and providing beautiful and long-lasting smiles. More recently, Wasan has broadened her horizons by completing training in facial aesthetics.
Palak Bhargava
Palak is originally from India and qualified there in 2019 with a Bachelor in Dental surgery.She moved to the UK in 2020 to pursue MSc in Public health at the University of Bristol. After completing her degree she registered as a Dental hygienist and joined the register to pursue her passion for dentistry.
Palak loves her job as a dental hygienist in which she helps patients focus on the preventative aspect of dentistry by tailoring oral hygiene regimens aimed at improving and maintaining good oral health.
Outside of work Palak loves spending time with her friends and family, cooking Indian food, travelling and reading.
Nurses
Naga
Naga joined our practice in June 2024 and is now nearing the end of her training as a student dental nurse. She moved to the UK in 2020 as a student, bringing with her a strong drive to learn and a passion for new experiences. During her time here, she completed an MBA in Business Management, which gave her valuable skills in organisation, teamwork and problem-solving.
Her background in business has proven to be a great foundation for her dental training. She has found that many of the skills she developed, from communication to attention to detail, translate seamlessly into working with patients and supporting the dental team. She particularly enjoys building relationships with patients, helping them feel comfortable and confident during their visits, and contributing to a welcoming and positive environment in the practice.
Being at the end of her training, Naga is excited to take the next step in her career as a qualified dental nurse. She is eager to continue learning, expanding her knowledge, and being part of a profession that combines precision, care, and genuine patient support.
Aman
Aman joined our practice in April 2025 and brings a strong background in dentistry and public health to his role. He originally qualified with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and worked as a dentist before moving to the UK four years ago.
Alongside his work in dentistry, Aman also gained valuable experience as a Pharmacovigilance Scientist in a drug safety unit, where he contributed to monitoring and improving patient safety. He has since completed a Master’s degree in Public Health, further strengthening his understanding of healthcare and wellbeing.
Now working as a Dental Nurse and Receptionist, Aman is passionate about patient care and is currently working towards becoming a dentist in the UK. He is always eager to learn, develop new skills, and take on new responsibilities.
Cerys
Cerys joined our practice in September 2025 as a student dental nurse. Before beginning her career in dentistry, she worked in sales, starting straight after leaving school and eventually progressing into a management role.
Her years in sales gave her a strong foundation in communication, organisation and understanding people. She spent a lot of time building relationships with customers and learning how to make them feel at ease, which has helped make the transition into dentistry a smooth one. Being able to connect with patients, listen carefully and reassure them especially when they might feel nervous is something she genuinely enjoys.
Cerys is excited to be developing her skills in a new environment and to be part of a profession that focuses on care, trust and attention to detail. She’s enthusiastic about learning as much as she can and building a long-term career in dental nursing.
Treatment Coordinator
Demi Moore
Demi Moore plays a key role within the dental team, supporting clinical operations and helping ensure a smooth and efficient patient journey. She works closely with clinicians to maintain high standards of care, compliance, and infection control within the practice.
With a professional and reassuring manner, Demi is focused on patient comfort and clear communication, helping create a calm and welcoming environment for every visit.
Chloe
Chloe joined our practice in August 2025 and is one of the friendly faces you’ll meet at reception. With years of experience in customer service, she’s passionate about making every patient feel welcome and at ease from the moment they arrive.
Before joining the dental team, Chloe worked in the hospitality industry, spending over two years as front of house before becoming an assistant manager. Her background has given her excellent communication and organizational skills, which she now brings to her role in our practice.
Outside of work, Chloe loves spending quality time with her family.
