Neel graduated from Kings College London Dental Institute in 2007. Since then, he has gained a Masters degree with distinction in Aesthetic Dentistry (Kings college London) and Master of Arts in Clinical Education. He is the principal dentist at TW13 Dental. His clinical areas of interest are minimally invasive smile enhancements, direct resin composite and restorative dentistry.
GDC number: 114270
Aside from his clinical practice, Neel teaches Postgraduate Master’s students on the MSc Aesthetic Dentistry programme at King’s College London where he is a Module Coordinator and Examiner. He has also had over a decade of teaching experience with final year undergraduate students at King’s (senior clinical tutor).
As a clinical educator, Neel serves as an Educational Supervisor in the London deanery (Health Education England) which involves mentoring and teaching newly qualified dentists in practice. He is involved in teaching both newly qualified and experienced dentists across the country. He has a passion for innovation in clinical education. His formal postgraduate qualifications include:
Neel is also affiliated with the following:
Neel has received several awards recognising his clinical practice.
These include:
Publications:
MSc (Barcelona), MA (King’s College London) FHEA. GDC number: 271238
Periodontist
Dr Gerard Balague graduated as a dentist from the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (Spain) in 2005 after which Gerard worked in an NHS and private practice in Wales. In 2007 Gerard concentrated on obtaining a post-graduate certificate in Implantology from Warwick University. After obtaining his certificate Gerard worked in London for 2 1/2 years in a general dental practice, concentrating on Periodontics and implantology.
Gerard moved back to Spain to start a full time 3 year Masters in Implantology: Oral Surgery, Prosthetics and Periodontics. During this time Gerard also completed a post-graduate certificate in forensic dentistry and a Master’s degree of basic research in Dentistry and Biomedicine. Gerard is currently working as a clinical teacher at King’s College Hospital where he finalised a Master of Arts in Clinical Education in 2017 at the same institution. Since then, Gerard has becomed so passionate about teaching that has started a PHD in education in Spain in 2019.
Gerard´s main current interests in dentistry are the treatment of gum disease as well as placing dental implants where missing teeth are to restore the dentition.
Ria qualified from King’s. GDC number: 284216
Dentist
College London achieving her BDS with Honours and was awarded a number of prizes including the Robert Woodhouse Prize and a nomination for the prestigious London Gold Medal Award.
She enjoys working with patients and is keen to provide healthy and confident smiles. She is an Invisalign provider and is undertaking further training in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry. With her friendly and enthusiastic nature, she is able to put her patients at ease.
Outside of work she enjoys adventurous holidays, baking and watching the Formula 1.
GDC number: 277968
Anisa graduated from the University of Bristol in 2018.
She has a passion for Oral Surgery. Anisa has undertaken further training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth and at the prestigious 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 playing the piano
Trainee Dental Nurse/Receptionist
Abou joined the team in July 2022 as a trainee dental nurse. He also works on the desk as a receptionist. He is hard working and has been a great asset to TW13 Dental.
Abou is always smiling and making everyone laugh.
In his spare time he enjoys a good game of football.
Dental Hygienist
Ahmed has recently joined the TW13 Dental team as a dental hygienist
He experience allows him provide thorough dental hygiene visits, he also has a gentle relaxing demeanor to be able to deal with nervous and anxious patients.
Marta joined the team in June 2023 as a trainee dental nurse. She is very enthusiastic and eager to learn, and always putting her heart into her work.
In her spare time Marta likes to spend time with her family and she is also passionate about make up.
Julie has been in the dental industry for over 30 years. She began her career as a dental nurse before transitioning to a managerial role. With Julie’s experience she is able help lead the team and help provide good customer service and support to our patients.
In her spare time Julie enjoys spending time by the coast and going on long walks with her family.
Sonoko is an experienced dental nurse. She works closely alongside the principal dentist Neel. Her vast dental knowledge is a great asset to our team.
In her spare time Sonoko enjoys spending time with her family.
TW13 Dental Practice has a safety culture which means that patient safety is at the forefront of everyone’s minds not only when delivering healthcare but also when setting objectives, developing procedures, purchasing new products and equipment. It is also a culture that is open and fair, where team members can discuss the challenges they face at work for the best interests of our patients.
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