“I was a typically shy and reserved teenager and I wouldn’t smile because I had crooked teeth. Then ‘Dr Mortimer’ extracted 4 of my teeth in one session. I remember looking out and seeing my Mum wincing. She didn’t know that I couldn’t feel a thing!

“Thanks to Dr Mortimer I was able to smile again, and my confidence soared. Years later I qualified as a dentist from Kings College, London in 1999.

“He was my inspiration for becoming a dentist and why making the patients experience as comfortable and painless as possible has always been a top priority for me and my team.”

Gurpram has a flair for treating nervous patients and has had numerous successes helping patients overcome their dentist phobia.

Additionally, he is proud to train young dentists and offer them the benefit of his knowledge and experience in their first year of practice.

You could describe Gurpram as a Liverpool FC fanatic. A supporter since the early 80s and an Anfield denizen since 2003, his favourite player is the God-like John Barnes and one of the best moments of his life was attending the 2005 Champions League Final in Istanbul (Liverpool won on penalties).

A fan of the Marvel Comic Universe and Stanley Kubrick’s oeuvre particularly ‘Full Metal Jacket’, Gurpram also loves his holidays as they’re a chance to show his daughters different places and perspectives in countries such as Sri Lanka and India.

Melisa has been a dental nurse since 2002, having fallen into the role somewhat accidentally she quickly realised that she loved everything about it, from the cleanliness and organisation, to working with the team and most importantly working with the patients.

Having worked on and off at Queensbury for a number of years (in between home-schooling her children), the opportunity for the Practice manager / Receptionist role arrived at the perfect time for her, for her family and the practice. The opportunity for more face to face contact with patients being a massive draw.

Outside of the practice Melisa loves spending time with her children and husband, renovating their new home and creating with passions in make-up, crystal jewellery, knitting and crochet.

Jane’s journey into the dental world was pure serendipity. Back in the 80s she was headhunted by a new dental practice in Watford after dropping by because she had toothache.

Her wide dental experience includes a stint at Dr Moran’s practice in Harley Street (“A big achievement”) and she became a qualified dental nurse in 1987.

She’s been working at Queensbury since 2015 where she toggles between dental nursing with Gurpram and reception work with Melisa. She’s also getting to grips with digital dentistry and has helped to set up dental charting, which is a real contrast to her ‘pen and paper’ days of yore.

Mayur qualified from Birmingham University in 2012 and has been a Queensbury regular since 2013. As a ‘conservative dentist’ he aims to carry out minimal work eg a filling rather than a crown

He’s also a fan of restorative work such as veneers, crowns and bridgework resulting in huge improvements to a patient’s dental health and self-esteem.
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Mayur believes prevention should start from 6 months old, and by combining friendly language with a sense of fun can pay real dividends when treating children. “A good rapport with your dentist early on can help to establish good habits and excellent oral health for life.”

Outside of work he’s a keen photographer, loves to ski in the French Alps and travel across the globe to places like Croatia, San Francisco and Thailand. A gym goer when he’s feeling ‘non-lazy’, he’s much happier kicking back at an England test match in Edgbaston, particularly if firebrand Ben Stokes is at the crease!

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Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Heather joined our team having been in the dental field since 2008. 



She undertook the National diploma at Barnfield College and qualified in 2012. 



Having worked alongside many local dentists in and around the local area, Heather has gained much experience in all aspects of dentistry as well as good knowledge of the “go to” social hotspots in Beds & Herts. 



She has a kind nature and loves to help our patients. 



Heather enjoys dentistry especially surgical procedures.



In her spare time, she likes socialising with friends, spending time with her family and going to the cinema.

Nikhil qualified as a dentist in 2016 and carries out routine dental procedures at Queensbury such as tooth extractions, fillings and root canals, and gets a buzz out of getting patients out of pain. His passion is for improving patient’s appearance cosmetic treatments particularly white fillings, an excellent alternative to those unsightly amalgam fillings

He is the newest member of the team and Queensbury is his first practice. He was drawn to the homely environment, the team spirit and the excellent support and started worked here when he began his training.

Out-of-work passions include dance music, regular gym workouts, playing squash and 5-a-side football. He’s supported Manchester Utd for as long as he can remember and occasionally visits Old Trafford.

A keen traveller, Nikhil hearts NYC, Grimaldi’s famous pizza and walking over the Brooklyn Bridge. He hopes to enjoy a forthcoming trip to Thailand just as much.

Priya is an eager and passionate dentist. Talking to patients and helping them achieve their dental goals is what she strives to do day in and out. Priya understands that some patients can be nervous and uneasy when attending their appointments, however she aims to provide a comfortable environment in which high quality treatment can be provided to her patients. She particularly has a keen eye for aesthetic dentistry however, provides a full range of general dental treatment.
Outside of work Priya loves to engage in outdoor activities like hiking. She also enjoyed yoga and meditation studios where she goes to unwind and relax.

Clare has been dental nursing since 2013 and dental nursing at Queenbury since 2017. One of her key skills is supporting nervous patients, a speciality of the practice. “We have a lot of nervous patients but we’re very patient with our patients and most of them leave with a smile on their face.” She loves the camaraderie of Team Queensbury and the “family vibe” of the business.

Outside of work Clare is seriously into keeping fit and spending quality time with her daughter and friends. She has a passion for the movies and recently enjoyed Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga in 2018 musical “A Star Is Born”.

She is also a big fan of classic pop and rock by the likes of Madonna, Queen and Bon Jovi, though her go-to karaoke track is “Sweet Child of Mine” by Guns ‘n’ Roses when she even sings the guitar solo!

Anca has worked as a trainee dental nurse since 2014 and fully qualified in London, 2015.

Her dental experience includes completing the prestigious Cambridge dental nursing implant course.

Before joining our team, Anca worked in London in mixed practice, and has a wide experience of NHS and Private dentistry, having worked with specialists in endodontics (root canal treatments), orthodontics (teeth alignment and straightening) and dental implants.

Outside of work, Anca enjoys spending most of the time with her Labrador, Skate, as well as cooking, travelling and gardening.

Jannany qualified as a dentist in 2014 from King’s College London, having first completed a degree with honours in Medical Sciences at the University of Leeds. She completed her foundation year at Queensbury Dental Practice in 2015 and has continued here as an associate dentist ever since.

Jannany provides a caring and friendly environment, while delivering a wide range of high-quality dental care. She understands that children and nervous patients may be apprehensive, however, she has a calming manner and ensures that each visit is a relaxing and enjoyable experience for both the patient and their family. She firmly believes in patient centred care: helping them to understand their dental conditions and share decision making in their treatment that will achieve the best possible result.

She has a keen interest in aesthetic dentistry and working patients to enhance their smiles. Jannany is currently undertaking a Postgraduate certification in Advanced Aesthetic Restorative Density to further these skills.

Away from dentistry, Jannany spends most of her time with her husband and young son.  They enjoy taking long walks, dancing, experiencing different cuisines and travelling around the world to enjoy, understand and appreciate other cultures.

Laura has been in the dental industry since 2010 with having her 2 sons in-between.  Working predominantly on reception, it was here that her passion began with working and interacting with patients.  Having worked in many surrounding dental practices, Laura has a great insight into different areas of dentistry and has managed to attain an vast knowledge over the years. 

Having joined the team at Queensbury in 2020, the role of receptionist came at a good time for Laura to allow her a work/life balance whilst still having quality family time. 

In her spare time Laura enjoys going on family walks with her dog Daisy, socializing with friends and reading a wide variety of books as well as going to the theater.