UHP
UHP
Call 01234 405050

176 Bedford Road, Kempston, MK42 8BL

Meet the Team

The people behind the practice.

Our mission is to provide exceptional dental care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. Every clinician at UHP is committed to building lasting relationships — treating each patient with compassion, expertise and continued learning.

Dr Rumit Raja
01GDC 79273
Principal Dentist & Practice Owner

Dr Rumit Raja

BDS (Bris 2001) · MFDS RCS (Eng) · PG Dip (Endo)

Rumit has worked in General Dental practice for many years across North London and Hertfordshire, bringing a wealth of experience to UHP. He holds Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery and enjoys endodontics, oral surgery, orthodontics, cosmetic and children's dentistry.

Previously a Clinical Tutor at Guy's Hospital in Restorative Dentistry, Rumit completed a postgraduate Diploma in Endodontics through King's College London and is tier 2 qualified in Endodontics (root canal treatments).

Years spent in the Community Dental service — treating children, elderly and special-needs patients — shaped his calming, thorough approach. He is exceptional with nervous patients and also provides snoring appliances, working with GPs and sleep specialists for sleep apnoea cases.

In his spare time he enjoys travelling, scuba diving, skiing and tennis, and is regularly involved with community work including a children's charity.

Dr Kalika Shah
02GDC 252210
Associate Dentist

Dr Kalika Shah

Lic Odont · Cardenal CEU Herrera University 2014

Kalika qualified from the University of Valencia, Spain in 2014 and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, with a warm, personal approach that puts anxious patients at ease.

Committed to continuing professional development, she regularly attends courses and seminars to offer up-to-date, minimally invasive treatment techniques.

Her special interest is restorative, cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry, achieving beautiful, healthy smiles. She is a certified provider of Enlighten teeth whitening.

Outside of work Kalika keeps active at the gym, plays badminton, and is a keen traveller.

Dr Jatin Desai
03GDC 54633
Implantologist

Dr Jatin Desai

RDS RCS (Eng) 1979 · Fellowship in Dental Surgery

Jatin qualified in 1979 and worked at several hospitals in Maxillofacial Surgery, obtaining his Fellowship in Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons England.

He has an interest in Implant and Reconstructive Dentistry and has been placing dental implants for over twenty years. He accepts referrals and is involved in teaching and mentoring in Implant Dentistry.

Jatin has been a Postgraduate Tutor for Berkshire, has chaired the Local Dental Committee and is a past President of the Anglo Asian Odontological Society. He is a local parliamentary representative for the British Dental Association and an Accredited International Trainer for CEREC Technology.

Married with two grown-up children, he keeps active through trekking expeditions and is a keen golfer.

Dr Anjum Sami
04GDC 290665
Associate Dentist

Dr Anjum Sami

BDS (Lond) · Barts and The London School of Medicine 2020

Anjum qualified from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2020. He completed foundation training in Lincolnshire and further training with the Community Dental Services in Bedfordshire, followed by two years of Dental Core Training in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

He is committed to delivering the best level of care for all patients and provides all treatments available in general dentistry, with an interest in oral surgery.

In his spare time Anjum enjoys watching films, model building, and cooking.

Sarah Jayne Foster
05GDC 151192
Dental Hygienist & Therapist

Sarah Jayne Foster

King's College Hospital · Royal College of Surgeons

Sarah qualified as a dental hygienist and dental therapist from King's College Hospital. Prior to this she was a qualified Dental Nurse, and she brings over 23 years of experience within dentistry.

She has treated many nervous patients and ensures every treatment is delivered to the highest standard. Sarah attends regular courses to keep updated with the latest techniques and technology.

Her interests include walking with her dog, cuddles with her cat, and crafting personalised items for friends and family.

Manjit Sandhu
06GDC DH 6554
Dental Hygienist — Referrals for Advanced Hygiene & Intermediate Periodontal Therapy

Manjit Sandhu

Dip Dental Hygiene · MSc Advanced Periodontal Practice

Manjit has worked in dentistry for over 25 years and holds a range of postgraduate qualifications. She graduated with Honours as a Dental Hygienist from University College Cork in 2004, receiving the Castellini Award for the highest clinical skillset in her year, and was a finalist for the Dental Awards 2020 'Dental Hygienist of the Year'.

She completed an MSc in Advanced Periodontal Practice from The University of Essex in 2018 — one of only four dental hygienists in the country with a Clinical Masters. Her interest is Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy, and she provides an Intermediate Care Pathway for Periodontal Treatment at Bupa St Mary Axe.

She is a member of the BSP, BSDHT and BAPD, a Clinical Instructor on the 'Back to Practice' course, a BSDHT Mentor and a part-time Clinical Lecturer at The University of Portsmouth Dental Academy.

Patricia Maruva
07GDC DH 294706
Dental Hygienist

Patricia Maruva

University of Essex 2023

Patricia qualified from the University of Essex in 2023. Before that she began her dental career as a dental nurse in 2018.

She is passionate about educating patients on maintaining good oral health, making nervous patients feel at ease, and creating a positive patient experience at every visit.

In her spare time she loves spending time with her family, travelling, charity work, sewing and gardening.

Wider team

Associates, hygienists & the people who keep the practice moving.

Associate Dentists
  • Dr Antonietta Niola

    Dr Med Dent University of Debrecen 2018

    GDC 279082

  • Dr Mala Sabharwal

    King's College London 2022

    GDC 245222

  • Dr Paras Malde

    King's College London 2014

    GDC 251223

Hygienists & Therapists
  • Carol Sumner

    Dental Hygienist

    GDC DH 4825

  • Monisha John Mohan

    Dental Therapist

    GDC 318675

Support
  • Harshna Raja

    Business Manager

  • Jeanette Elliman

    Receptionist

  • Mihaela Andreea Bacal

    Compliance Manager · GDC 272800

  • Abigail Roots

    Dental Nurse · GDC 288646

  • Lucia-Mirabela Chiran

    Dental Nurse · GDC 289174

  • Thandeka Dwana Mabuza

    Trainee Dental Nurse

  • Julia Mielczarek

    Trainee Dental Nurse

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