Meet the team

Amit Pabari – Principal Dentist.

Having graduated from the University of Liverpool, Amit has been pursuing his interests in facial aesthetics & orthodontics. Winning an award in a paper in relation to the ‘Golden Proportion – the aesthetically pleasing smile’, his attention to detail has enabled him to provide many patients with excellent cosmetic results.

Amit is committed to postgraduate education and is currently undertaking a Diploma in Restorative Dentistry with the Royal College of Surgeons & has completed multiple cosmetic & orthodontic courses.

Having also received training in sedation, Amit is extremely experienced in treating nervous and anxious patients in all aspects of Dentistry.

Amit is continuously building upon his skills and dedicates himself entirely to each and every patient.

GDC no. 176798 (UK)

Anneka Roddah – Associate Dentist.

Anneka joined the team after relocating to the Midlands from private practice in London. She graduated from Barts and the Royal London with a distinction in her final examinations. Anneka has attained a Diploma in the MJDF, from the Royal College of Surgeons.

Anneka has completed multiple advanced training courses, including the renowned one year Restorative course by Mike Wise in Wimpole street, and the postgraduate certification course in contemporary aesthetic restorative and implant dentistry from the Dominic Hassall Institute.

These courses have enabled her to provide more complex treatments to help transform many smiles. Anneka is skilled in all areas of general dentistry, with a passion for aesthetic dentistry and endodontics.

Anneka strives to provide the best possible treatments, tailored to patients individual needs. Her calm and caring demeanour puts patients at ease while in her care.

Anneka started teaching as a clinical teacher at Kings College London in 2014, which enabled her to share her knowledge and experience with students. She recently completed a postgraduate certification course in Medico-Legal Practice, at Cardiff University and excelled with a merit.

In her spare time, Anneka enjoys spending time with her family, keeping fit and socialising. Anneka is also a keen cook and loves experimenting with food.

BDS (Lond) MJDF RCS (Eng), PG Cert (Rest) PG Cert ( LAMP)

Certified provider of Invisalign, Fastbraces and Inman Aligner

Pav Dhesi – Associate Dentist.

Pav graduated from The University of Bristol in 2012, and went on to complete her MJDF examinations soon after. She undertook her foundation training and then chose to further her learning and worked in hospital, where she gained a wealth of experience. She has been working in practice now for several years.

Making her patients feel comfortable, relaxed and confident in their dental treatment is key to Pav’s approach as a dentist at the practice. She explains treatment options clearly so her patients can make informed decisions about their dental care that are right for them. She places a strong emphasis on prevention and gives her patients advice to help maintain good oral health.

Pav enjoys cosmetic dentistry and is always prepared to spend that extra time and effort to create an aesthetic look. She loves to work with composite filling materials to improve smiles, and will strive to create a beautiful finish on all her treatment.

When Pav is not busy improving smiles she enjoys playing netball and badminton, and baking for her friends and family.

Antonio Garcia Climent – Orthodontics.

Gaining his Bachelor in Dentistry at the University of Valencia in 2011 (Spain), Antonio moved to the UK in 2012. After a few years of developing his career in Dentistry he decided to focus on orthodontics. He has completed a diploma, postgraduate certificate and a Master degree in Orthodontics with BPP University in London. Antonio has been working in a specialist orthodontist practice in Derby since 2017 where he has gained significant orthodontic experience. Antonio is also an Invisalign full case provider. Furthermore, he has completed an additional diploma in Orthodontics with Cepthatics in London conducted by Dr Amritraj Jabbal. Additionally, he has studied other courses, such as orthodontic wire bending with the Royal College of Surgeons. Antonio also enjoys aesthetic dentistry and performs facial rejuvenation techniques such as anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers.

GDC no. 225898 (UK)

Gursh Bajwa – Orthodontics.

Having trained at Guys Hospital, London, Gursh has completed a two year training program with the Royal College of Surgeons in Restorative Dentistry. His active role in continuing his studies has kept him abreast of the latest advances in the dental field. Deeply committed to continuing education, Dr Bajwa constantly enhances his knowledge by participating in courses throughout the world.

In the important areas of orthodontics, he has been responsible for numerous treatments since 2003 when he started with fixed braces under the guidance of an orthodontist in the Midlands. He has completed further training in post-graduate courses in Orthodontics with Dr Derek Mahony, an internationally-recognised practicing orthodontic consultant renowned for developing dental treatments as part of complete face enhancement.

Gursh has completed a one year residency program with Dr Mahony in Passive Self Ligating Fixed Orthodontic Appliances as well as Dr Mahony’s three year Masters program in Full Face Orthodontics. This is currently being converted to a MClinDent in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics with the BPP university in London. Gursh also completed a residency at Dr Mahony’s orthodontic practice in Sydney in Dec 2010 where he was exposed to over one hundred patients per working day. Gursh has also completed training with Dr Ian Hutchinson – an orthodontist who focuses on lingual braces and has completed numerous Invisalign, Lingual and 6 Month Braces cases.

Gursh visits the USA on a regular basis to gain experience in the latest techniques, as well as in the UK. He frequently takes part in study groups throughout the West Midlands and since completing a training programme in sedation, he has completed more than 1,000 sedation-assisted treatments.

GDC no. 82460 (UK)

Kevin Thomas – Clinical Dental Technician.

City & Guild Final Certificate in Dental Technology, Royal College of Surgeons in Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology. Kevin has been a practicing dental technician for over 35 years.

GDC no. 145573 (UK)

Joanne Holmes – Dental Hygienist.

Jo Holmes qualified as a dental hygienist in 1984 from Birmingham Dental School, where she was awarded the Oral B prize for student of the year.

She is totally committed to her work as a dental hygienist and focuses her work on achieving & maintaining the highest level of oral health for her patients. She has worked with the team at Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic since 1987.

Jo has worked in many fields, including special needs, children and with the very nervous. She is also an active member of the BSDHT, attending their regular meetings, and also other health related courses to continue her on going professional development.

Laura Brettle – Dental Hygienist.

Laura qualified as a Dental Hygienist at the Birmingham Dental Hospital in 2002.

She enjoys educating and motivating patients to maintain good oral health and being involved in the treatment of dental disease.

She also attends courses to ensure continuing professional development in her career.

Laura joined the practice in 2006 and enjoys being part of the team at Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic.

Laura Harding – Practice Manager.

Laura began her dental career as a trainee dental nurse in 2011. She joined the practice in 2017 as a Patient Care Coordinator to later take on the role of Practice Manager in 2018 and has recently completed her Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management. Laura enjoys the day-to-day challenges the role brings as well as supporting and driving the practice and staff to deliver the best service possible.

In her spare time Laura enjoys travelling and spending time with her friends and family.

Kirby Barrett – Head Nurse.

Kirby started her dental nursing training at Sandwell collage in 2011 and qualified in 2013. She has completed various of qualifications since including Impression taking, dental radiography and is currently completing a conscious sedation course. Kirby joined us in February 2019 and has worked in NHS and private practices. She is experienced in the support of all orthodontic treatments , oral surgery as well as general dentistry. In her spare time she enjoys eating out and socialising.

GDC no. 247782 (UK)

Laura Knight – Dental Nurse.

Laura joined the team in April 2018, where she began her journey as a Trainee Dental Nurse. She graduated from the University of Wolverhampton back in 2016 where she was awarded her ‘Bachelor of Arts in Criminology’. Laura decided to redirect her career path towards dentistry, where she intends to develop her skills and build a lasting career. She is keen to expand and develop her knowledge within the dental field. In her spare time, Laura enjoys spending time with her family and friends, especially her dog Daisy!

Rhiann Willetts – Dental Nurse.

Rhiann completed a BA(Hons) degree and Masters degree in Dance at the University of Wolverhampton before redirecting her career into Dental Nursing in 2018. Since then Rhiann has completed her Advanced impression taking course, a Dental Implant nursing course and is currently completing a Conscious Sedation course to help anxious and nervous patients feel more comfortable during their treatment.
In her spare time Rhiann enjoys spending time with friends, family and her dog, Milo!

Lauren Swanson – Dental Nurse.

Lauren began dental nursing in 2015 in her hometown Aberystwyth in Wales and has recently relocated to the area to be with her fiancé after purchasing their first home.
Lauren is very interested in cosmetic dentistry, and is keen to expand her knowledge and skills.
In her spare time she loves spending time with family and her two cats Poppy and Lily.

Elizabeth Grenfell – Receptionist.

Elizabeth joined the team 7 years ago as a receptionist and therefore is the first point of call at the clinic. She enjoys interacting with patients and is always happy to help, providing the patients at Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic the highest level of care and support.

In her free time, Elizabeth enjoys reading, spending time with her family and friends and walking her dog ‘Poppy’

Please give Elizabeth a call to arrange an appointment at Stourbridge Dental & Implant Clinic and discuss any questions you may have.