Our Team

Dr Mahesh Patel

Practice Principal​

F.D.S., R.C.S (Edin) M.Surg Dent R.C.S (Edin)
Registered Specialist in Oral Surgery
Honorary Clinical Teaching Fellow

Dr. Patel, a 1975 graduate, brings over 30 years of dental experience to Queen’s Gate Dental. He worked at Eastman Dental Hospital until 1979 before transitioning to general practice. A highly experienced implantologist, he has placed over 10,000 dental implants. Dr. Patel is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and a Fellow and Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

Dr Neil Patel

Practice Principal

GDC number: 129839

BDS MJDF RCS (Eng) MClinDent MPros RCS (Edin) M Imp Dent (RCSEd)
Specialist in Prosthodontics
Honorary Clinical Lecturer (RCS)

Neil graduated from the University of Bristol Dental Institute in 2008 and has over 15 years of experience. He trained in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery before focusing on Prosthodontics, completing specialist training at King’s College London. A Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, he is also an examiner for postgraduate diplomas in Implantology and Prosthodontics. Neil divides his time between clinical practice and lecturing at King’s College London.

GDC number: 261675

Certificate in fixed prothesis, Diploma of Oral Implantology and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr Laura Sadone has graduated from the University of Paris. She is a perfectionist by nature and has great enthusiasm and an advanced knowledge of all technical aspects of dentistry. She is dedicated to providing high quality and modern dentistry.

Although interested in all aspect of dentistry, Laura has a great interest for aesthetic treatments and complex restorative treatments. She undertoook post-graduate training in prothesis and oral implantology at the University of Paris.

“I enjoy being able to make patients comfortable in the surgery. Our aim is to educate our patients, to discuss all options and to provide excellent service so they feel good about their smiles.”

Dr Marcela Salamanca

Dentist with a special interest in endodontics and restorative dentistry

GDC number: 322447

Dr Salamanca is a passionate and highly skilled dentist with over 12 years of clinical experience specializing in endodontics and restorative dentistry. She has also advanced her expertise in digital dentistry including 3D software, dental loupes and microscopes, to ensure precision in patient care. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Salamanca is a dedicated academic. She serves as a lecturer for endodontics topics.

 

Dr Fern Jean Joseph

Specialist Orthodontist

GDC number: 75731

Fern qualified from the University of Bordeaux in France in 1984 as a dental surgeon. She completed postgraduate training in orthodontics in Paris in 1993 and achieved UK specialist registration. She is a member of the British Orthodontic Society (BOS). As well as an active clinician, Fern attends the latest courses in all aspects of orthodontics and contributes regularly to French professional publications.

Dr Norman Gluckman BDS

Specialist Endodontist

GDC number: 44265

Registered specialist in Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment)

Since graduating from Witwatersrand University in 1969, Norman has amassed over 20 years as a specialist in endodontics (root canal treatment). By using the latest microscopic techniques he aims to provide the highest possible care.

 

Miss Gosia Dali-Bey

Dental Hygienist

GDC number: 267154

Gosia qualified as a dental hygienist in 2019 and since then, has continued to upgrade her skill and knowledge with courses and by attending regular conferences. Gosia cares tremendously about delivering exemplary patient care. She ensures her patient understand the importance of the prevention of gum disease and maintenance of the healthy smile.

Yuliya Cuc

Yuliya Cuc

Receptionist

Barbara Calka

Dental Nurse

Dental Nurse

GDC number: 147183

Maura Cuc

Dental Nurse

GDC number: 122556

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