Meet Our Nurses & Reception Staff
Irina Cruceanu
Practice Manager
GDC no: 169780
Irina is the Practice Manager at our surgery having worked with Anmol at another practice before he acquired this practice as our principal. Irina has been a qualified dental nurse since 2008, she trained as a dental implant nurse in 2009, qualified as a dental radiographer in 2010 and sedation in 2011.
Irina then passed additional courses to enable her to take both impressions and photographs for our patients.
Irina overseas the smooth running of the practice, ensures we are compliant and strives to ensure our patients have the best possible care and is always on hand to answer any questions you may have about your treatment and offer you support where required.
Vander Broom
Senior Receptionist
Vander has a wealth of experience predominately within an administration and reception capacity within the healthcare sector.
She is a very conscientious individual, has a great sense of humour and a caring nature, helping to creating a welcoming environment in the practice.
She was previously the Head Receptionist at The Lister Hospital in Chelsea where she managed and trained the front of house staff. She has a great passion for customer service and aims to deliver a first class experience to all our patients.
Heidi
Receptionist
Heidi joined the practice in September 2017 as a part-time receptionist and treatment coordinator.
She approaches her role with a strong customer service background and prides herself on always putting the patient first. Heidi believes regular feedback from patients is the best way to ensure the practice’s exceptional standards are delivered at each appointment.
Outside of work, Heidi enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is passionate about the arts.
Alexander Blackfield
Receptionist
Alex joined the practice in April 2019 to cover maternity leave after finishing his studies at the University of Essex. He has experience working in multiple industries.
Alexander is committed to learn and work in a very busy environment. Alexander has a flexible approach and ability remain composed under pressure.
In his spare time, he is a UK national-level fencer, eager for competitions and always ready to face new challenges.
Geanina Salavastru
Dental Nurse
GDC No 273468
Currently on maternity leave. Geanina joined The Staines Centre Of Dental Excellence in 2016 having qualified as a dental nurse in 2017. Geanina has gained her diploma in Dental Radiology in 2019 and has completed her Sedation nursing course at SAAD in March 2020. Geanina is planning to improve her knowledge, experience and portfolio with further qualifications such as dental implant nursing and particularly enjoys assisting during surgical and implant procedures.
Marta Taranek
Dental Nurse
GDC No 273224
Marta joined the team in December 2016 as a trainee dental nurse. She qualified in 2017.
Marta will be doing her Radiography course next year which will allow her to take patient x-rays.
Marta is always keeping busy in the surgery and around the practice and you will always see her smiling.
In her spare time, Marta enjoys spending time with her family and visiting her friends.
Nima Gurung
Dental Nurse
GDC No 269264
Nima joined our team October 2017, Having qualified as a dental nurse in January 2017. Nima then passed sedation courses in 2019. With her calm and gentle manner she has the exceptional skill of putting anxious patients at ease and will make you feel very comfortable and relaxed during your appointments.
Nima is currently studying towards her diploma in dental radiology.
Komal Limbu
Dental Nurse
Komal joined the practice in 2021 and recently qualified as a dental nurse. She enjoys learning about all aspects of nursing and is very hardworking and determined to reach her goals.
Komal enjoys her role as a nurse as she loves meeting new people, looking after patients and making them feel comfortable.
Prinka Thapa
Trainee Dental Nurse
Prinka joined the practice in 2021 as our Trainee dental Nurse. She already had 10 months experience prior.
Prinka has settled very quickly and already has a vast knowledge in Dentistry.
Prinka will continue to progress her knowledge and skills through the duration of her course and we are excited to support her through this period.
Oksana Ruskiha
Trainee Dental Nurse
Oksana joined the practice in 2022 as a trainee dental nurse.
She is a very understanding and caring person and has a good rapport with her collegues and patients alike.
Oksana enjoys spending time with her friends and family, she is a proud mother of two.
Your Local Dentist in Staines
Uncompromising general, specialist & implant dentistry
We pride ourselves on the highest standard of patient care and aim to provide our patients with the very best that dentistry has to offer in an informal, and above all caring manner. The Dentists at our practice have been chosen on the basis of their unquestionable desire to achieve the very best for their patients and thus, they have participated heavily in post graduate level education to achieve this fundamental goal.
Practice Opening Hours
Monday | 8:00 – 19:00 |
Tuesday | 8:00 – 17:30 |
Wednesday | 8:00 – 19:00 |
Thursday | 8:00 – 17:30 |
Friday | 8:00 – 17:00 |
Saturday | 8:30 – 12:00 |
Sunday | CLOSED |