The Educational Supervisors: Samir Qualified in 1989 from Manchester University and worked as an associate dentist until establishing Poynters Road Dental Practice in 1997 and has now grown to a group of three practices based in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.
Samir undertook a year long restorative and cosmetic dentistry course and has gained postgraduate qualification PgCert in Dental Education in 2010. His interests are in cosmetic dentistry, endodontics and cosmetic orthodontics for adult patients . Samir has been a Trainer for the last nine years on the Bedford scheme with a true passion for Dental Foundation Training and will provide support and clinical guidance to FDs in their Foundation Training year.
Rohan Devalia: gained his qualification from Cardiff University in 2006 and is a former trainee at Poynters Road Dental Practice. Following Vocational training Rohan spent one year as a Max-Fax senior house officer as well as working in community during which time he completed his MFDS examination. Rohans interest lie in cosmetic dentistry , short term orthodontics and dental implants. Rohan has recently completed an 18 month hands on course in dental implantology. Away from dentistry he loves sport and enjoys playing squash,tennis and snooker. He also enjoys spending time with family and friends.
The Practice: The practice is modern and located in a residential area treating a family oriented clientele, mainly NHS. Two past FDs are current associates.
- Three surgeries ,
- Digital X-rays,
- Computerised,
- Air- conditioning,
- Hygienist
The practice has a stable team of experienced nurses and receptionists. There are also 3 other associates working at the practice. Two of the associates are past VDP's of the practice who have stayed on or returned to the practice as associates. We are able to offer most treatment at the practice including Invisalign, Six Month Smiles and Implants. Website address : http://www.poyntersdentalpractice.co.uk
The Area: Dunstable is a family orientated town in Bedfordshire next to Luton with good transport links. The Practice is easily accessible from the M1 junction 11. The journey time from North West London is only 35 minutes. Off street parking nearby.
Other Points of Interest: What Our Trainees say about our practice: My time as a VT at Poynters Road Dental Practice allowed me to make a smooth transition from an undergraduate to associate. The staff, who regularly work with the VT, were very experienced and were familiar with the trials and tribulations for a newly qualified dentist. I was able to hone my skills on a number of procedures due to the wide patient base that attended during my time. With ample clinical freedom, general dentistry became second nature and towards the end of the year I was able to experience formulating larger treatment plans. Samir provided me with all the support I needed for this and much more, and it was a pleasure to complete my training at this practice.