The Whitchurch Team

Aryaan Khalid

Dentist, BChD University of Leeds 2016

Particular interest in: Restorative dentistry and endodontics

GDC Number: 266865

Aryaan qualified as a dentist in Leeds, before working in London and Scotland. He joined SpaDental in 2019.

Aryaan believes in the importance of establishing a comfortable and trusting patient-dentist relationship. He takes time to discuss treatment planning to achieve the outcome his patients' wish for. While enjoying all areas of general dentistry, Aryaan finds especially satisfying the completion of functional restorative work that is also aesthetically pleasing.

Aryaan offers a popular option for working patients - Sunday appointments!

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Lucy Tupman

Dentist, BDS University of Plymouth 2015

Particular interest in: General dentistry, helping nervous patients

GDC Number: 258244

After qualifying from the Peninsula Dental School in 2015 and working in Bristol, Lucy joined SpaDental Plymouth in 2017. Lucy became the SpaDental Group Clinical Director in 2021, responsible for supervising clinical standards.

Lucy offers a range of general treatments, including more complex root canals and aesthetic dentures. She believes it is important for her patients to feel at ease during their treatments, and believes with care and time most patients can be comfortable.

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Abosede Mayowa Alade (Mayowa)

Dental Therapist, BDS University of Ibadan, 2018; MSc in Advanced General Dental Practice, University of Ulster, 2023; Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2023

GDC Number: 308702

With an MSc in Dentistry from the University of Ulster combined with a BDS, experience working as a Dentist overseas and as a Dental Therapist in the UK, Mayowa brings clinical experience, academic credentials and dedication to her role. Mayowa inspires patients to achieve their optimum oral health in a comfortable, relaxed and supportive environment.

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Laura Hill

Deputy Group Operations Manager, NVQ L3 Oral Health Care: Dental Nursing & Independent Assessment NEBDN 2005

GDC Number: 110803

An experienced dental nurse and practice manager, Laura brings both practical knowledge and her love of dentistry to her role. Laura is a key member of Head Office, guiding SpaDental's northern practices, Ledbury, Tewkesbury and Whitchurch, and leading the Home Team responsible for patient communications. She is committed to developing the best patient experience.

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Nissi Thompson

Practice Manager and Trainee Dental Nurse, BDS Sri Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science 2016; MSc Edinburgh Napier University 2024

As well as being a dentist qualified overseas, Nissi has a Masters degree in Healthcare Management and a Certificate in Dental Practice Management. She uses her exceptional organisational skills to support patients and facilitate the smooth running of the practice. She also enjoys nursing while she waits for an opportunity to sit the registration examinations necessary to work as a dentist in England.

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Gopakumar Maniyan (Gopan)

Dental Nurse, BDS Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research Chennai 2012; National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2025

Particular interest in: General dentistry and patient care

GDC Number: 332251

Gopan qualified as a dentist overseas and worked for ten years as a dentist. Currently he is nursing while he waits for an opportunity to sit examinations and register as a dentist in the UK.

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Donna Child

Receptionist

Particular interest in: Patient care

Donna brings to her role extensive experience in customer service across a range of sectors. Her key skills are effective communication, organisation, collaboration and attention to detail. Donna is committed to helping patients experience a smooth journey through their dental appointments.

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