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About Us

Caring for Smiles, Committed to Excellence

We are a patient-focused dental practice dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based care for individuals and families. Our approach is centred on preserving natural teeth, offering clear treatment options, and delivering dentistry you can trust.

More Than Just Dentistry

Our Philosophy of Care

At Heath Street Dental in Hampstead, we provide high quality dental care in all types of Family Dentistry as well as advanced dental treatments with a focus on Orthodontics and Implants. We maintain strict standards in evidence based care. Our clinicians will always aim to preserve teeth at every opportunity and extend longevity of tooth tissue.
 
Our aim is to understand the needs of our patients. We ensure your and your children’s treatment is carried out in complete confidence by expertly trained professionals and specialists. We believe in ensuring you are fully informed when making decisions about your care and so your Hampstead dentist will always give you all the options available for your treatment.

Complete Oral Check

Referring Patients with Confidence

We work closely with referring dentists and healthcare professionals to ensure every patient receives seamless, high-quality care and a positive clinical experience from start to finish.  

Dedicated. Experienced. Caring.

Our Team

Our team of skilled clinicians and support staff work together to deliver exceptional dental care in a welcoming and professional environment. Every member is committed to your comfort, safety, and long-term oral health.

Dr Radhika Parekh: Principal Dentist and Dentist with Special Interest in Orthodontics and Paediatric Dentistry

BDS, MJDF RCS (Eng), CertMOS RCS (Eng)
GDC number: 193196 

Dr. Radhika Parekh is the founder and Principal Dentist at Heath Street Dental. She graduated from Kings College London. She then spent time practicing in hospital, and in the community where she treated a vast number of adults as well as children with complex medical histories and dental phobias.

Radhika holds various post-graduate qualifications such as the MJDF with the Royal College of Surgeons of England. She also holds a Certificate in Oral Surgery and a Certificate in Orthodontics. At Heath Street Dental, she focuses on orthodontics (both fixed and removable appliances) as well as all types of family and cosmetic dentistry. She enjoys treating children as well as managing anxious or nervous patients. Radhika regularly visits schools across London to give oral hygiene guidance to children and parents. She believes in preventative treatment and long-term preservation of tooth tissue where possible.

Radhika is a member of the General Dental Council, the British Dental Association and the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Dr. Ioannis Papadopoulos: Specialist Prosthodontist and Senior Clinical Lecturer QMUL

DDS, DClinDent (Pros), M Pros RCSEd, PGCAP, FHEA
GDC number: 251390 

Dr. Ioannis graduated from the Dental School of Athens and following that worked as a dentist at the 401 Military Hospital of Athens as part of his military training. After that, he worked in private practice doing general dentistry, prosthodontics, and implant dentistry in Athens, before moving to London.

In 2018 he completed his 3-year Prosthodontic training at the Royal London Dental Hospital, and was awarded his Doctor of  Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) degree from Queen Mary University of London with a Distinction grade. He also completed the M Pros examination and is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. In 2022 he completed  a 2-year post graduate degree in Academic Practice aimed at enhancing teaching practice, and he was accepted as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Ioannis is a GDC registered Specialist in Prosthodontics working privately in different locations of London. He has a position as a Senior Clinical Lecturer in Prosthodontics at Queen Mary University of London, supervising and teaching dentists who are training to become specialists.  He is also currently involved in teaching of newly qualified dentists as part of their Dental Foundation scheme, and is an examiner for the Prosthodontic Diploma of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Ioannis attends national and international congresses regularly, keeping up to date with the latest evidence in Prosthodontics. He has published articles in peer-reviewed journals and has been awarded several prizes, including the British Society of Prosthodontics Oral Presentation Prize.

He is an active member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and the the British Dental Association (BDA). Furthermore, in 2023 he was accepted as a Fellow of the ITI, a position that fewer than 80 members have in the UK & Ireland section.

Ioannis is experienced in all aspects of fixed and removable Prosthodontics, including restoration of damaged and missing teeth, dental implants, dental aesthetics, and digital dentistry.

Feedback from his patients includes that his care of them is excellent and of the highest quality.

Dr Jassar El Jabouri: Dentist with Special Interest In Endodontics

BDS MSCPGDip Public Heath
GDC number: 251163 

Dr Jassar El Jabouri is a dentist with Special Interest in Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment). He has over 15 years of experience with extensive clinical and mentoring experience in complex endodontics and cosmetic dentistry using intra-oral cameras (Sopro) and endodontic microscopes (Zeiss and Kaps). He has performed over 5,000 root canal treatments under microscope and mentored over 50 dentists in the past 15 years.

Jassar has been a strong advocate for high ethical standards in dentistry. He is a strong believer that the dental profession holds a special position of trust within society and so it is a dentist’s duty to examine, inform, recommend and treat patients with the utmost integrity. 

Dr. Timothy Tse: General Dentist and Dentist with Special Interest in Endodontics

BDS, MFDS RCS, PG Dip (Endo)
GDC number: 228445

Timothy graduated from the University of Manchester with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. He is dedicated to continued professional development and after successfully completing further examinations has gained membership to the Royal College of Surgeons, ensuring that he provides the highest quality of care.

He has a keen interest in preventative and minimally invasive dentistry and has a strong passion for Endodontics (Root Canal treatment). His dentistry is centred on quality patient care, building on lasting rapport and trust.

Timothy has completed a 2 year Post-Graduate Diploma in Endodontics at King’s College London Dental Institute and was awarded with distinction. Here, Timothy treated more complicated referral patients from General Practice for Root Canal Treatment.

Timothy is fluent in both English and Cantonese (Chinese).

Dr. Narma Thayalasekaran: General Dentist

BDS
GDC number: 193156

Dr. Narma graduated from King’s College London and throughout her many years of clinical experience she has worked in London, Oxford, Edinburgh and Dublin. Across these posts she has gained significant experience treating medically compromised patients and managing dental emergencies.

Narma has a particular interest in offering a prevention focused and minimally invasive approach to dental care. She enjoys spending time with her patients to ensure that they feel comfortable and fully informed about their treatment plans.

Outside of work, Narma loves cooking and running, although her 6 year old likes to ensure she doesn’t get too much ‘free-time’.

Dr. Juanita Paydar: Specialist Orthodontist

BDS, MSc, MOrth
GDC number: 72349

Dr. Juanita Paydar is a specialist orthodontist with 25 years of experience. She qualified as a dentist from Kings College London and also completed her masters in orthodontics at Kings College.

In addition to carrying out fixed braces treatment for adults and children, Juanita has gained additional certifications in lingual braces and clear aligner systems. She is an Invisalign Gold provider.

Juanita loves the cosmetic and creative aspect of orthodontics, and balancing that with the precision and detail of a scientific discipline. She likes to keep her treatments comfortable and uncomplicated. Her aim is for people to smile more, and to be confident when they do.

Outside of practice, Juanita is a qualified yoga instructor and loves photography and kickboxing.

Dr. Ramona Ravikumar: Specialist Periodontist

BDS (ldn), MFDS RCSEd, Gradcert (Advanced Restorative) Sydney, MClinDent (Periodontics), MPerio RCSEd
GDC number: 194201

Dr. Ramona Ravikumar pursued speciality training in Periodontology at Guy’s Dental Hospital following years of gaining clinical experience in general and hospital dentistry. She was awarded the MClinDent degree in Periodontology and Membership in Periodontics’ from the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh).

Ramona is passionate about minimally invasive periodontal surgery, regeneration and periodontal medicine. She is attentive to detail and strives to provide holistic treatment, tailored to the patient.

Ramona enjoys classical music and has been playing the piano from a very young age. She enjoys learning languages and is gym enthusiast.

Dr. Andrew Mawhinney: General Dentist

BDS (QUB)
GDC number: 264663

Dr. Andrew graduated from Queens University Belfast and has since worked in Belfast and Dublin

He has a particular interest in working with anxious patients and helping them as they work through their dental journey.

Andrew has attended courses in Facial Aesthetics and has worked in an exclusively Facial Aesthetic Clinic in Dublin providing anti-wrinkle treatments and lip fillers.

Andrew enjoys a healthy lifestyle and he goes to the gym most days. His hobbies include cycling, hiking and playing tennis. He enjoys traveling and has visited many countries.

Dr. Kajal Shah: General Dentist

BDS, MFDS, PGDip
GDC number: 244204

Dr. Kajal qualified from the University of Manchester and has undertaken further training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Royal Surrey County Hospital. She has gained further postgraduate qualifications with a Diploma in Primary Dental Care and MFDS RCS (Royal College of Surgeons).

Kajal enjoys providing all aspects of dentistry and has a keen interest in oral surgery. She is a dedicated member of the practice and takes pride in providing quality and ethical treatment for her patients. She is qualified in facial rejuvenation procedures and is a provider of muscle relaxing treatment (botulinum toxin). Dr. Kajal is also a certified Invisalign provider.

Outside of dentistry, Kajal enjoys keeping fit, traveling and skiing during the winter.

What Sets Us Apart

The Practice

Every detail of our practice is designed around clinical excellence, patient comfort, and seamless care. From expert clinicians to advanced technology, we ensure a refined dental experience at every visit.

Dental Expertise

We have expert clinicians in each field to provide all types of dental treatment in house. Our dentists, specialists and also consultants all work together as a team to ensure your dental needs are covered.

Experience

Feel free to come early to your appointment. You can relax in our reception area with a selection of herbal teas and Wi-Fi access. Emergency or out of hours appointments are available.

Concierge

Please do not hesitate to contact our front desk for all your needs. We are happy to arrange transport, overnight stays or even a discreet service for those who prefer sole access on request.

Technology

We use state of the art equipment and the latest techniques to benefit your oral health, increase the lifetime of your restorations and make your visit more enjoyable. We are also a disabled friendly practice.

Inside Our Dental Practice

Take a Peek Inside

Step inside our dental practice and explore the calm, modern environment we’ve created for your comfort. From our welcoming reception to our well-equipped treatment rooms, every detail is designed to help you feel relaxed and confident in your care.

Helpful answers to common questions about dental visits

Frequently Asked Questions

We understand that visiting a dental practice often comes with questions. Below are some common queries to help you feel informed and confident before your visit.

You can book an appointment easily by clicking the “Book Appointment” button on our website. Simply choose a suitable date and time, and follow the steps to confirm your booking.

Yes, we are always happy to welcome new patients. Whether you’re new to the area or looking for a new dental practice, our team is here to help.

Please bring a form of ID, your medical history details, and insurance information if applicable. Arriving a few minutes early is recommended.

Yes, we offer emergency and urgent dental appointments whenever possible. Please contact our reception team as soon as you can for assistance.

Absolutely. Our team is experienced in caring for anxious patients and takes a gentle, reassuring approach to help you feel at ease.

Yes, we provide dental care for patients of all ages and welcome families to our practice.

We accept a range of dental insurance plans and offer flexible payment options. Our team will be happy to discuss this with you.

We recommend arriving 5–10 minutes early to allow time to relax and complete any necessary paperwork.

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Book Your Appointment Today

Whether you’re new to our practice or returning for care, booking your appointment is quick and easy. Schedule your visit today and let our friendly team look after your smile.

 
 
 

Patient Stories

What Our Patients Say

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