All our dentists adhere to the rules governing the profession under strict guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC) "Standards for Dental Professionals".
Principals
Miss
Pooja Kotecha
Dentist
BDS (Manchester) MJDF Rcs Eng.
GDC No. 193040
Pooja graduated from the University of Manchester and since went onto practice in East London.
Being committed to continuous learning she attained her postgraduate qualification of the Diploma of
Membership of the Joint Faculty by the Royal College of Surgeons.
She enjoys all aspects of dentistry particularly paediatrics and restorative dentistry.
When not working, Pooja enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
She has recently taken up yoga and going to the gym in an attempt to keep fit!
Dentists
Nirav Varsani
Dentist
BDS (London)
GDC No. 252460
Nirav joined the practice in 2015 and thoroughly enjoyed spending 4 years with us treating and getting to
know the Farnborough community. Since then he has taken a more focused role to provide implant and complex
restorative treatment to our patients and currently works one Saturday a month.
From graduating at Barts & The London, he has carried out various courses to further widen his field of
treatment including various implant courses, gaining a Post Graduate Certification in Orthodontics, multiple
restorative and smile makeover courses and many more.
Nirav loves to stay active and is always looking for a new hobby to pick up! As an F1 fan, motorsport is
where his heart lies.
Amardeep Singh Rehal
Dentist
BDS (Sheffield) MFDS RCSEd PgDip Ortho PgDip Perio
GDC No. 271580
Amardeep graduated from the University of Sheffield. Since qualifying, he has accumulated a wealth of
knowledge and clinical skills whilst working across East Midlands in General Dental Practice as well as
Hospital as a Senior House Officer (SHO) in Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery. He enjoys all aspects of
dentistry and is interested in pursuing further post-graduate education.
Outside of work, he enjoys playing Cricket and Tennis.
Since qualifying Amardeep has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and clinical skills whilst working across East Midlands in General Dental Practice as well as Hospital as a Senior House Officer (SHO) in Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery.
At Fernhill, Amardeep has followed his passion for comprehensive patient care by working towards multiple postgraduate qualifications. Having completed a Diploma in Orthodontics, he is able to offer both fixed braces and Invisalign Clear Aligner treatments. He is also on the cusp of introducing more advanced Periodontal and Endodontic services to his repertoire.
Beyond his professional endeavours, Amardeep like to pursue his passion for sports, particularly Tennis and Cricket. His commitment to his profession is paralleled only by his zeal on the sports field
Wesaal Uriakhil
Dentist
BDS (London)
GDC No. 302491
Wesaal is a dedicated and compassionate dentist committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. He believes in treating patients with respect and without judgement.
A graduate of the prestigious Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, he brings a strong academic foundation and clinical experience to the practice. After qualifying Wesaal worked in Birmingham, gaining valuable experience across a wide range of dental treatments and patient needs.
He is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Certificate in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry. Known for his gentle approach, brilliant smile and attention to detail, he is passionate about helping patients feel confident and comfortable at every stage of their dental journey.
When not at work he can likely be found travelling or at the gym.
Anisa Rajput
Dentist
BDS University of Bristol 2018
GDC No. 277968
Anisa graduated from the University of Bristol in 2018 and has a passion for Oral Surgery. Anisa has undertaken further training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth and the Birmingham Dental Hospital.
Anisa has also worked in general practice with experience in both NHS and private dentistry. Her calm and gentle nature helps to put patients at ease. She is always keen to provide the best care for her patients.
Outside of work Anisa enjoys travelling, photography, and baking.
Toral Bhalodia
Associate Dentist
GDC No. 177419
Toral qualified from Queen Mary’s Barts and The London in 2009. She started her career in the maxillofacial department in hospital before moving to general practice. She is enthusiastic about all aspects of dentistry and is committed to promoting a preventative approach to dental care and providing the best possible service. She has a natural ability to build up a rapport and is popular with children and adults alike.
Toral offers all aspects of cosmetic and general Dentistry. She has honed her skills through continued professional development. She is an accredited Enlighten Whitening Provider and has completed the Mini Smile Makeover (MSM) course by Dipesh Parmar.
She enjoys spending her spare time with her young daughters and family, enjoys fitness and loves hiking
Ayesha Ahmad
Associate Dentist
GDC No. 299003
Ayesha likes to constantly learn and challenge herself. Ayesha likes to complete her work at a high standard and is a perfectionist so tries and maintain that standard at all times. Ayesha likes putting anxious patients at ease and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry.
Ayesha was born, grew up and studied in Scotland, she enjoys keeping active and spending time with family. Ayesha also loves trying new cuisines and travelling and likes documentaries and films based on true stories.
Hygienist
Hannah Simpson
Dental Hygienist
GDC No. 278642
Hannah qualified as a Dental Hygienist at the Eastman Dental Hospital. Having previously worked in the charity sector, she was inspired to make a career change that built on her interest in the welfare of others.
She supports patients in taking a preventative approach to their oral hygiene ensuring her advice and treatment are tailored to the needs of each patient. With a calm and gentle approach, she enjoys building strong relationships with her patients and finds it particularly rewarding to see nervous patients overcome their anxieties.
Outside of work, Hannah is kept busy as mum to two children as well as a teddy bear of a dog whose mission in life is to protect her from the terrors of the postman! Obsessed with running but more so with chocolate, she confesses to eating a little bit every day!
Manisha Sahi
Dental Hygienist
GDC No. 299416
Manisha brings wealth of expertise Fernhill Dental Centre as a GDC registered Hygienist in United Kingdom.
She holds Bachelors in Dental Surgery degree from Kathmandu University. She graduated in 2017 worked in Nepal for few years in dentistry and then moved to the UK in 2019 and is working currently working as a hygienist and a NEBDN tutor for Dental Nurses. She joined our team in 2022, and has received positive and amazing feedbacks from our patient. She is competent in all areas of dental hygiene and is particularly great in dealing with nervous patients.
Sana Adnan
Dental Hygienist
GDC No. 299433
In her decade-long career as a dental hygienist, Sana has found joy in contributing to patient health and well-being. Her approach is caring and patient-focused, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and cared for at our clinic, a place that feels like a family to both the team and our patients.
Outside work, Sana is a mother of three who enjoys painting and spending time outdoors, especially hiking. These interests bring a sense of balance and creativity to her everyday life and work.
Nurses
Pauline Chalmers
Dental Nurse
England
GDC No. 138640
Pauline qualified as a dental nurse in 2006 and has been working with us at Fernhill since Oct 2014.
She has an interest in furthering her skills as a nurse and is currently taking her Dental Radiography
course.
In her spare time she plays roller derby and is a member of the Surrey Rollergirls.
She is also a member of the WI and enjoys baking and crafting.
Dil Pun
Dental Nurse
GDC No. 292185
Dil is currently studying to become a qualified dental nurse, working hard towards this this. Dil enjoys all
aspects of the dental nurse role. In her spare time she likes spending time with her family and reading.
Punyawati Rai
Dental Nurse
GDC No. 303925
Punyawati is qualified dental nurse who began her journey as a trainee dental nurse here.
You'll often find Punam working alongside our Dentist and she started working with Orthodontist in our sister practice recently.
Outside of work, Punyawati loves travelling, sightseeing, enjoying delicious food with friends and spending quality time with her loved ones.
Parbati Hamal
Dental Nurse
NEBDN 2023
GDC No. 308362
Parbati qualified as a dental nurse in 2023. She loves traveling and spending time with family and friends
Bina Pun-Ale
Dental Nurse
GDC No. 321301
Bina is a qualified Dental Nurse; she is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and contribute to a smooth and efficient dental practice. She has a strong commitment to professional development, continuously seek opportunities to enhance her skills and knowledge and dentistry.
In her free time Bina likes spending time with her family and watching movies.
Mahima Thakur
Trainee Dental Nurse
Mahima is a trainee dental nurse who’s passionate about learning and helping patients feel comfortable with a warm smile. Mahima loves being part of a supportive team and growing every day in this exciting, role.
She is also a big football fan and totally hooked on Korean dramas in her spare time — recommendations always welcome!
Babuna Rai
Trainee Dental Nurse
Babuna is working with us as a Trainee Dental Nurse, she has been with us since the beginning of 2025.
In her spare time Babuna loves cooking and drawing. Babuna also enjoys outdoor activities and music keeps her cheerful.
Practice Manager
Kate Wilson
Practice Manager
GDC No. 216310
Kate qualified as a dental nurse in 2011 and has worked within NHS and Private dentistry in that time. She
enjoys getting to know patients and being part of a team delivering the highest standards of care. In her
spare time Kate enjoys running and activities with her horses.
Receptionist
Lorna Drury
Receptionist
Lorna has worked in a variety of roles within retail, facilities management, administration and holistic
therapy. She enjoys reading, photography, shooting, visiting museums and exhibitions and meeting up with
friends.
Kairen Harris
Receptionist
Kairen joined the Fernhill Dental Centre team in August 2023. Previously she had worked in retail for 21 years. She enjoys working with the public and in her spare time likes to walk, read and go to classic car shows.
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