Serving the communities of North Hertfordshire with quality NHS & private dental care for over 50 years.

Bindi qualified from University of Wales College of Medicine (Cardiff) in 2001. She then worked in general practice in London and Hertfordshire. She became the Principal Dental Surgeon of Ashwell Dental Surgery in October 2004 and is completed her MFGDP qualification in November 2007.

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Bindi is very passionate about dentistry and has the constant desire and drive to learn new and exciting techniques. She enjoys working with nervous patients and children helping them to reduce their anxiety.

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As Ashwell Dental Surgery’s reputation for quality care grew, in 2006 she expanded the practice from two surgeries to four in order to meet demand.

Vishal graduated in Dental Surgery at Cardiff University in 2010 and in 2012 gained a Membership to the Joint Dental Faculties from the Royal College of Surgeons. He has spent 2 years at the University of Manchester and trained under some of the country’s leading surgeons, where he went on to obtained a Master’s Degree in Dental Implantology.

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Over the last few years he has developed an extensive portfolio in dental implant placement and restoration, achieving excellent dental implant success rates. He is able to offer advanced procedures to include bone grafting, sinus augmentation and full mouth implant rehabilitation.

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Vishal is an enthusiastic and meticulous surgeon. He finds his job very rewarding and thrives to provide his patients with comprehensive evidence based treatment. He enjoys treatment planning and problem-solving, to help patients with difficult requirements. He is able to share his knowledge and takes an active role, mentoring colleagues in all aspects of dental implantology.

Adesh graduated from Cardiff University in 2013. Since then, he has carried out several training posts across hospitals in London and South West England, which helped develop his passion for the specialty of oral surgery. Adesh provides several procedures under the remit of oral surgery, for example l simple and complex dental extractions, and the removal of wisdom teeth. Adesh currently works part time in hospital. He has a passion for teaching and is heavily involved in the training of dental core trainees and postgraduate students. He is also accredited to provide conscious sedation for nervous patients. 

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Adesh is a member of the British Association of Oral Surgeons and Academic British Associations of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He has several peer-reviewed publications and regularly presents his research at national conferences. 

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Adesh’s relaxed nature will help you feel at ease during your visit.

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Meet Dr. Priyanka, our esteemed dentist with over a decade of experience and a distinguished academic background, brings unparalleled expertise and a passion for oral

health to every patient interaction. Graduating as a gold medallist in periodontics, Dr. Priyanka's commitment to excellence was evident from the start. After honing her skills in various dental settings, she pursued advanced training, earning her Master's degree in Periodontology. Her dedication to staying at the forefront of her field led her to successfully clear the Overseas Registration Examination (ORE) in 2023, cementing her status as a registered dentist with the General Dental Council (GDC).

Dr. Priyanka's approach to dentistry is characterized by precision, empathy, and a genuine desire to improve her patients' quality of life. Patients benefit from her

meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to their well-being.

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Beyond the dental chair, a lover of travel and exploration, she finds joy in discovering new cultures and cuisines from around the globe. This zest for life and curiosity

enriches her approach to dentistry, infusing each patient's interaction with warmth, understanding, and a personalized touch.

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Rashida completed her dental degree at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2016. She did a further residency in Hospital Dentistry from 2016-2017 where she worked with a medically and developmentally compromised patient population.

In the U.S. she spent the majority of her dental careerworking with the underserved community in the Bay Area, California.

She is now looking forward to continuing her dental work here in the U.K. She looks forward to continue learning and building on her knowledge and expertise so she may deliver high quality care. Her areas of interest are focused on conservative treatment with biomimetic principles.

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Marie trained as a dental nurse at University College Hospital qualifying in 1986. As a Dental Nurse she worked in both hospital and general practice. She trained as a Dental Hygienist at Kings College Hospital qualifying in 1993. 

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She joined us at Ashwell in October 2008 and has been an integral part of the team ever since. 

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Marie likes to try to tailor her treatment to each individual's needs and enjoys working with children, helping nervous patients and treating complex cases. 

Jawaria Awan is a dedicated and skilled GDC-registered dental hygienist with a strong foundation in dentistry. As an internationally qualified dentist, she holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with distinctions in Orthodontics and Oral Biology and a Gold Medal in Community Dentistry. With over five years of experience in dentistry, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role as a hygienist.

Currently working full-time as a dental hygienist across multiple practices in Central London and Bedfordshire, Jawaria is passionate about promoting excellent oral health through preventive care, periodontal therapy, and patient education. She takes a patient-centered approach, ensuring comfort while delivering high-quality hygiene treatments, including scaling, polishing, and gum disease management.

Committed to continuous professional development, she stays up to date with the latest advancements in dental hygiene through ongoing training and education. Her warm and professional demeanor allows her to create a relaxed and reassuring environment, making every patient visit a comfortable and informative experience.

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Megan joined us at Ashwell Dental Surgery in January 2020. She chose to pursue a career in Dental Nursing as she enjoys caring and interacting with the general public.

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Outside of work Megan likes socialising with friends and baking cakes.

Charlotte finished university in May 2023 graduating with a Bachelors of Arts degree. She went back to work in retail and enjoyed the customer service experience.

She has now joined us a trainee dental nurse and is currently enjoying meeting new patients and learning how to become a dental nurse.

In her free time is enjoys practicing photography and watching films with friends and family.

Alyssa joined us at Ashwell Dental Surgery in May 2025. She’s enjoying learning new skills as a dental nurse and helping patients.

In her spare time she enjoys walking her dog and going to play bingo with her friends.

Kendra joined us at Ashwell Dental Surgery in June 2025. She’s looking forward to learning new skills as a dental nurse and helping patients.

In her spare time she enjoys travelling and hiking.