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Dr. Venugopal Patnam

GDC reg. no: 247346

Principal Dentist/Director/Implant Surgeon

Dr. Venugopal Patnam qualified in dentistry in India in 1999. He has completed a full-time Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Clinical Sciences at The Royal London School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of London and passed the Overseas Registration Examination set by the General Dental Council.

In addition, Dr. Ven Patnam has qualifications in Implant dentistry from the UK and has completed the Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry National Sedation Course for dentists.

Dr.Ruth Skinner

GDC reg. no: 115798
Dentist with special interest in oral surgery

Dr Ruth Skinner, qualified from Guys Kings and St Thomas’ School of Dentistry in London in 2007. She returned home to Norfolk to complete her vocational training and consolidated her general dental practitioner role with a further year as an associate.

She spent a couple of inspiring years back in London working as a Senior House Officer and developed a special interest in Oral Surgery, working in District General Hospitals and currently maintains this interest working part-time as a specialty doctor at the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital. Over the years she has worked in dental practices alongside this special interest and is able to provide sedation to nervous patients.

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Dr. Swapna Reddy

GDC reg. no: 241303
Dentist with with special interest in cosmetic, restorative and root canal treatments
Dr. Reddy graduated in 2002 in India and, after gaining a few years of experience, relocated to the UK. She completed her Overseas Registration Exam in 2012 and trained in Newcastle Upon Tyne for five years before moving to Norwich with her family in 2017, joining Pearl Dental Surgery, where she has been working ever since. Dr. Reddy holds a postgraduate Diploma in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry and is a certified Invisalign treatment provider. She offers composite bonding and has a special interest in Endodontics, as well as treating nervous patients. Dr. Reddy is dedicated to achieving a high standard of patient care and is committed to a long-term career at Pearl Dental Surgery. She lives near the clinic with her family, and her husband is a Consultant Microbiologist at Norwich and Norfolk University Hospitals. In her free time, she enjoys reading books and drawing pencil sketches

Dr Kalpana Patel

GDC reg. no: 155079

Dentist with special interest treating anxious patients

Dr Kalpana Patel qualified BDS in the year 2000 from Nagpur, relocated to the UK in 2003 and qualified Overseas Registration Examinations conducted by General Dental Council. UK

Since then Dr Patel worked at Norfolk and Norwich University, James Paget hospital Oral Surgery Departments, and at Siskin Dental Centre, performing minor oral surgeries, assisting with major operations including trauma and providing treatment for anxious patients under sedation.

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Dr Naj Imam

GDC No: 211308
BSc (Hons) BDS (Hons) MJDF PGCert (Prosth) PGCert (Aesth. Med.)
Associate Dentist

Naj graduated from King’s College London in 2011. He even found time during his dental degree to take a year out and obtain another bachelor’s degree in growing teeth using stem cells. This research was subsequently published in internationally-renowned peer-reviewed journals.

From there he worked in both general dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery in North London before going in search of a more sunnier climate to Australia in 2013. He worked exclusively in private practice near both Melbourne and Sydney, all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits the country had to offer. He can now count scuba diving as one of his passions!

Dr Taruna Arora

GDC No: 283220

Taruna graduated in India in 2009.

Dr Taruna moved to the UK in 2018 when qualified the overseas registration exam and has been working in the UK since. She provides all aspects of general dentistry but has a special interest in endodontics and enjoys the cosmetic side including, crowns, bridges, veneers and has done various courses called Align, Bleach & Bond and Clear correct Aligner course which includes treating minor orthodontic issues with aligners and finishing with teeth whitening and composite bonding to enhance the smile.

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Dr Naveen Sunkada

GDC No: 195856

BDS, Level 2 Oral surgeon, PG Dip in Implant Dentistry

Naveen’s dental journey began in Manipal, India, where he graduated from dental college. After gaining early experience, he moved to the UK in 2004. Starting as a Senior House Officer under the esteemed Prof McGurk at Guy’s Hospital’s Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department, Naveen spent nearly five years honing his surgical dentistry skills across various departments.

A turning point came in 2013 with his sedation course. Naveen transitioned to a referral practice, focusing on sedation dentistry. He takes immense pride in having calmed and cared for over 10,000 patients during extractions and other procedures.

Dr Daniele Violet

GDC No: 250289

Dr Daniele Violet graduated with a degree in Dentistry from the University of Turin in Italy in 2008 and has since cultivated a keen interest in prosthodontics and endodontics. With extensive experience in these areas, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to all patients.

In 2021, Daniele completed a Graduate Diploma in Management at the London School of Economics (LSE), with a particular focus on strategy and game theory, adding a unique perspective to the practice. Outside of the clinic, he enjoys reading books, spending quality time with family and friends, and playing music, finding balance between professional and personal passions.

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dentist - pearl dental surgery

Azhar Al Timimi

GDC reg. no: 295266
Dental Therapist

I am an overseas dentist who graduated from the University of Baghdad 1999. I worked as a dentist in Iraq, India and Qatar and I’m qualified as a Dental hygiene therapist in the UK.
I love everything about dentistry and enjoy treating and chatting with my patients.

My interest is paediatric dentistry and oral hygiene education for children

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my children, walking my dog, and listening to music, traveling and exploring new places.

Jitteena Thomas

GDC reg. no: 308206
Hygienist /Therapist
Jitteena Thomas is an overseas dentist who obtained her degree from Rajiv Gandhi University in India. With a passion for oral health care,she has transitioned her career to the United Kingdom, where she now serve as a dental hygienist and therapist. She is dedicated in providing quality dental care and commitment to continuous learning in dentistry. She strives to promote oral health awareness and deliver exceptional patient care in her practice.
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