whitton corner dental practice a dental practice in Twickenham, Middlesex

Our Practice Team

Everyone at our practice is committed to providing you with the very best in dental healthcare. Our dental team bring a wealth of experience to the practice and have individually obtained high standards of professional qualification.

Professional Registration

The General Dental Council (GDC) is the regulatory body of the dental profession in the United Kingdom. Their address is 37 Wimpole Street, London, W1G 8DQ and their telephone number is 020 7887 3800. Our dentists and staff adhere to the regulations governing the profession by the GDC as set out in their publication "Standards for the Dental Team". You can find out more about the GDC on their website www.gdc-uk.org.

Dr Neeru Korpal: Principal Dental Surgeon; BDS London 1998; Country of issue: UK; GDC registration number: 75028; Neeru has been working in general practice for 14 years. Qualifying in 1998 from Kings College London, she was a House Officer in Kings Children's department and Prosthetic department. She then went on to be a general dental practition and community dentist working with special needs children, disabled and the elderly. She also plays an active role promoting health in community nurseries and schools. This passion for community health has been a major driving force behind the opening of her own practice in early 2010. Neeru's clinical time at the practice has been reduced whist she pursues more specialist treatment such as Periodontal treatments and Invisalign. She is however able to see patients on an independent basis at our sister practice on Whitton High Street - EyeSmile. 0208 755 7900

Dr Ivonne Pelaez Durandeau: Associate Dental Surgeon; BDS Venezuela 1993; Country of issue: Venezuela; GDC registration number: 248841; Ivonne graduated with a Bachelor degree in Dental surgery in 1993 from Universidad Central de Venezuela, the most prestigious university in the country. While in Venezuela, she gained several years? experience in general dental practice, including running her own practice and in hospital dentistry. In addition, she completed an advanced two year Postgraduate course in Cosmetic Dentistry in 2010 before moving to the UK in 2011. Ivonne settled in London where she enjoys delivering the latest in aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry, creating beautiful, natural looking smiles. She is committed to using the very best techniques and materials, and has become an accredited member of the Digital Smile Design concept by Dr Christian Coachman. Ivonne has experience in all aspects of general dentistry. Her friendly manner and experience makes her a wonderful choice for all patients, especially those who may be nervous or anxious about visiting us. Ivonne also speak Spanish if you need assistance. She is committed to postgraduate education and she has completed her training in aesthetic dentistry at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute in London. In her spare time Ivonne enjoys playing sports and spending time with her family and friends.

Dr Alexander Weeks: Associate Dental Surgeon; BDS; GDC registration number: 259770; Dr. Alexander Weeks is a dedicated dentistry practitioner. He is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements and techniques in dentistry to provide patients with the highest quality of care. He believes in a patient-centred approach, taking the time to listen to individual needs and concerns. His goal is to create a comfortable and positive experience for every patient, ensuring they feel informed and empowered about their oral health.

Dr Teja Singh Kooner: Associate Dental Surgeon; BDS; GDC registration number: 272141; Teja has been practicing dentistry for over eight years, bringing a wealth of experience and a broad set of skills to the care of every patient. He has a particular passion for restorative dentistry and endodontics, and is committed to helping patients achieve optimal oral health and beautiful smiles. In addition to these specialties, he is also a certified provider of Invisalign, offering patients effective solutions to provide them with their dream smile. He is currently advancing his expertise by pursuing a Diploma in Advanced Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics. This additional training reflects his dedication to staying at the forefront of dental care and providing the highest standard of treatment. Outside of the practice, he enjoys staying active through sports like football and squash and am also an avid chess player.

Dr Tejal Pankhania: Associate Dental Surgeon; BDS; GDC registration number: 284201; A dedicated general dentist brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our practice. After earning a degree in Biochemistry from King's College in 2014, Tejal pursued a career in dentistry, graduating from Cardiff University in 2019. Following dental school, Tejal honed her skills with two years of intensive work in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. Known for her compassionate approach, Tejal excels in managing dental anxiety in patients. She believes in the power of communication and authentic care to create a comfortable and trusting environment for everyone who walks through our doors. Her commitment to patient-centered care ensures that each individual receives personalised attention and treatment. When she's not in the clinic, Tejal is a talented Sitarist, avid runner, devoted reader, and enthusiastic yogi. She has a love for travelling and these passions have taken her to some of the most beautiful parts of the world, enriching her life and inspiring her practice.

Dr Kirun Sehra: Associate Dental Surgeon; BDS; GDC registration number: 296806

Diane Layton: Practice Manager; Having worked in the dental industry for over 3 decades, Diane bring a wealth of experience and dental knowledge to the practice. Starting off in the industry with no dental experience she began working as a receptionist, she progressed with her career by moving into nursing and become a qualified dental nurse. She continued to build her clinical knowledge and skill by completing a course in dental nurse sedation and a further Dental nurse radiograph qualification before then moving into practice management. As the practice manager she is responsible for the smooth running of the practice and to ensure everyone in the practice work as one to safely deliver our services. To achieve this, she continues to complete professional development to keep her skills up to date with modern Dentistry. She is always looking at ways that we as a service provider can improve to help our patients in the best way possible with their dental needs and patient experience. She takes pride in her work and is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure patients? needs are met, and all patients leave our practice with a smile. She loves and enjoys her job as it means working alongside various specialists and the opportunity to interact with people from all walks of life on a daily basis. Outside of work Diane enjoys spending time with her family, socialising with friends. gardening, reading and baking.

Reception Team: Receptionist; Our Receptionists, Asha and Nadia are the rock stars of our practice. Dedicated to ensuring every patients appointment journey runs smoothly. From the first point of contact to the end of treatment they are there to help patients.

Nursing team: Dental Nurse; Our nursing team may appear a little shy, but they are the back bone to the practice. They are there to help and support patients through their dental appointments. The are all empathetic, and extremely caring. Though sometimes they appear to be in the back ground, without their clinical and organisational skills, we couldn't be the practice we aspire to be.