Meet the team

DENTIST

With over twenty years of experience, Dr. Yazdani is arguably unparalleled in her field – especially when it comes to her passions for smile makeovers and facial aesthetics. Her years of experience have allowed her to master the art of dentistry, providing reliable and beautiful treatments to her patients. She believes strongly in conscientious dentistry and always treats her patients with this in mind. Dr. Yazdani graduated from Karolinska University in Sweden which has been voted as the second best university in the world for dentistry. This exceptional education provided her with an extremely strong foundation and knowledge base from which she has continuously built on; making sure that she stays as up to date as possible with new treatments and evidence-based research.

She has successfully completed the renowned one year Tipton training course in restorative and cosmetic dentistry. To complement her dentistry skills, she has been working for over ten years perfecting the likes of facial rejuvenation procedures such as non-surgical wrinkle reduction treatments and dermal fillers to subtly enhance facial features while maintaining a natural appearance.She enjoys working with nervous patients and helping them to change their mentality and outlook on going to the dentist. She achieves this by creating a family environment, helping patients to understand that Dental on the Banks is a place that they can trust and enjoy coming to – knowing that any treatment will always be carried out painlessly, professionally, efficiently and effectively.

DDS (Sweden), GDC 76399

ORTHODONTIST

Dr. Ramtin Taheri ensures that only the most effective and proven treatments are offered to his patients, using evidence backed research and case studies to plan his cases. His special interest lies in lingual braces (Incognito) which are braces placed on the inside of the teeth so that they are almost invisible. He completed specialty training in orthodontics (braces) from The University of Gothenburg which is voted as the third best university in the world for its field. Patients of Dr.Taheri can rest assured that the best possible results will always be achieved under his care. These results are not limited to just straightened teeth, but more importantly are tied to the healthy straightening of teeth.

Dr. Taheri always strives to make sure that the teeth work in harmony with the facial appearance and lips, with excellent long term results and healthy dentition. He has been working with patients ranging from between the ages of five to eighty and believes no case is beyond some sort of help or too difficult to work on. He loves a challenge and his infectious passion for his work creates an enjoyable and stress free treatment journey when you visit him at Dental on the Banks. Putting this into perspective, he was recently voted as having the best child treatment case nationally.

MDDr. Specialist Orthodontist, GDC 179105

DENTIST

With a passion for life and a passion for his work, Dr. Taheri has always been driven – having played tennis to a high level until his interests shifted to academia. Since graduating from Bristol University as a dentist, he has been proactive in furthering his knowledge in the fields of dentistry and orthodontics (braces). He successfully acquired his membership in the Joint Faculty of Dentistry and Royal College of Surgeons (MJDF RCS) after only one year and up until last year he had worked on mastering his skills as a dental clinician so he could provide only the best for his patients. His love for orthodontics however led him to follow in the footsteps of his brother at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden – one of the top universities in the world for its field.

He has since spent almost three years perfecting his technical prowess and theoretical knowledge through the specialty programme there. Dr. Taheri now works between Sweden and England treating his private patients. The Swedish philosophy is that all treatment should only be carried out if there is sound evidence to support it. This has allowed Dr. Taheri to bring this principle and level of work to England, making it so that patients in Dental on the Banks receive only the best and most up to date treatments with the help of the state of the art technology when they need it. As a natural people person, he enjoys working with nervous patients as he is adept at making all of his patients feel welcome and at home by creating a calm, enjoyable and stress-free environment during treatments with him.

BDS (Bristol), MJDF RCS Eng, GDC 245368

PHARMACIST

Shadi graduated with a Master of Pharmacy from University of Gothenburg and has been practicing as a pharmacist for over 5 years, working both in Sweden and England.
She is currently attending Birmingham University Medical School where she is in the final stages of completing her postgraduate diploma as a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber.
Shadi provides Travel Health Clinics at Dental on the Banks, where she carries out a personalised risk assessment and treatment plans involving vaccinations needed prior to travelling, involving the patient in every step.

Shadi is also able to support patients with medicine reviews on how to safely take their medications.

Shadi has a passion providing aesthetic treatments, believing in natural looks, and works closely with Dr Yazdani in providing nonsurgical rejuvenation amongst many other types of aesthetic work such as laser treatments.

At Dental on the Banks, we strive to achieve symmetry in a natural manner, creating correct proportions to restore our clients natural beauty.

MSc DENTIST

Dr. Malik’s interests have always been rooted in restorative and aesthetic dentistry. His advanced training allows him to take referrals for complex crown and bridge procedures (fixed prosthodontics), full mouth reconstructions, smile makeovers involving crowns and veneers and implant prosthodontics (implant crowns and bridges). With a naturally calm and reassuring demeanour, he puts nervous patients at ease and his patients always commend his clear and comforting communication skills. This is because he makes sure that everything is explained genuinely and emphatically in order optimise the patient journey and experience.After graduating from the University of Bristol, Dr. Malik has been committed to intensive post graduate education and further study. He has completed the membership diploma (MFDS) for the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, a year-long course in restorative dentistry and endodontics (root canal treatment), further training in restorative dentistry at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver.

He has also completed a full time Masters (MSc.) degree in conservative dentistry at the world renowned UCL Eastman Dental Institute (whereby he was awarded the degree with distinction). In September 2016; he was also awarded the post graduate prize in clinical and academic excellence and was also nominated for the Dean’s List and the Dean’s Research Project Prize for his contribution to dental research. His research was later published in an international journal.Following on from his Masters degree, Dr. Malik has continued to learn from some of the industry’s best clinicians by travelling to various parts of the world in order to deliver the best possible care for his patients. His goal is always to provide high quality, long lasting aesthetic results – while paying particular emphasis on keeping results as conservative as possible in order to preserve optimum natural form. Outside of work, Dr. Malik has always been a keen traveller having explored various parts of the globe. When he is back home, he loves spending time with his family, friends and maintaining his fitness in the gym.

BDS (Bristol), MFDS RCS Ed, MSc Cons (Distinction), GDC 239025

MSc DENTIST

George graduated from Bristol University in 2010. He worked extensively in Oral surgery and Restorative dentistry across many hospitals in the UK. He commenced a 5 year specialist consultant programme starting at Barts and the London in 2015, the training includes endodontics, Prosthodontics and Periodontics. In 2018 he completed an Msc with distinction in Conservative Dentistry at the Eastman dental institute.

George has won multiple awards for clinincal treatment from national bodies including the British Society of Restorative Dentistry, British Society of Periodontology.
George Bourne can offer all forms of high-end restorative dentistry including dental implants, gum disease, crown & bridge work, root canal problems, and aesthetic dental issues.

BDS (Bristol), MFDS RCS (Ed), MSc, GDC 191793

MSc DENTIST

Fawad graduated from the University of Bristol in 2011. After completing his foundation training in the Oxford deanery, Fawad undertook additional hospital training roles in maxillofacial surgery and restorative dentistry. During this time, he was awarded with the Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Following this, Fawad returned to general dental practice where he developed an interest in endodontics. In 2016 he was selected for the Masters in Endodontics at the prestigious Eastman Dental Hospital, a one year full time intensive course; with this institute awarding a highly sought after and internationally renowned degree for its rigour and outcomes.

Currently, Fawad divides his time between multiple private practices in and around Hampshire and Dorset; where he has limited his work to Endodontics treating cases on a referral basis.

Fawad is an active member of the British Endodontic Society, European society of Endodontology and the American Association of Endodontists.

Outside of dentistry, Fawad is a keen cricketer having represented Hampshire when he was younger. He is a keen explorer and enjoys mountain hiking in his spare time – always on the lookout for his next challenge!

BDS (Bristol), MJDF RCS (Eng), MSc (Endodontics), GDC 220240

HYGIENIST THERAPIST

Ciara graduated from the University of Portsmouth Dental Academy in 2015 with a first-class honours degree in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy and was awarded an additional prize for her dedication to providing everyone with the best care possible. In addition, she is currently study for a Post Graduate Diploma in Paediatric Dentistry certified by the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh.

In order to provide the best service possible, Ciara has regularly attended training to further her professional knowledge and skillset utilising evidenced based best practice guidelines. Ciara has undertaken additional skills training in tooth whitening, air polishing, minimally invasive restorative treatments and dental implant maintenance.

Since graduation Ciara has worked in Hampshire practices alongside general dental practitioners and specialists providing her with opportunities to experience a range of more complex diseases. In addition, she supports their work with long term individualised treatment plans to cater to specific requirements of both the patient and prosthesis. Ciara firmly believes that a holistic approach is central to improving oral care, stabilising disease and achieving long term dental health for her patients.

Outside of work Ciara enjoys travelling and experiencing new places and cultures. In the future she hopes to extend her travels to areas of South East Asia which she has not yet visited. She also has a passion for driving and loves motor sport activities.

BSc (Hons), GDC 258441