Meet the Team

Hi I’m Jagdeesh Rai (son of Manjit Rai) and partner at Rai Dental Surgery. I graduated from Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2012. Since then I have passed my membership exams to the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) and attained a Masters in Prosthodontics from the University of Central Lancashire, which has given me further knowledge into restorative and cosmetic dentistry. I have special interest in short term orthodontics and attended courses including Six Month Smiles and CFast and also a provider of Invisalign clear aligners. I hope to carry on the same ethos of ethical dentistry that my father has adopted among the many years he has been at the practice, and look forward the journey at Rai Dental.

Hello, I’m Dr Harjot (daughter of Manjit Rai). I qualified from the University of Birmingham and have worked in general practice since. I have a keen interest in anxiety management, Endodontics and facial aesthetics - but mostly I love getting to know my patients and understanding their dental and aesthetic needs and desires. Since graduating from dental school, I have received advanced certification in the use of Botulinum Toxin (used in wrinkle relaxing treatments), and will soon be offering dermal fillers and advanced skin care treatments. I am also a certified provider of Invisalign clear aligners. In my spare time, I spend lots of time with my family and friends and love to paint and cook. I look forward to meeting and working with you, and endeavour to uphold the wonderful principles my father held dear in his working life at Rai Dental Surgery.

Val qualified in Birmingham in 1976. During her first year she worked in hospitals gaining experience before joining this practice a year later unbelievably nearly 40 years ago! She loves sailing , badminton and travelling as much as she can.

Marianne graduated from the university of Sheffield in 2015. Having worked as dental nurse she then went onto to attain her qualifications in dental hygiene and therapy. Marianne has often been complimented on her soft and caring manner.

Bobby qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2002, in Dental Radiography in 2014 and as an Oral Health Educator in 2016. Bobby is a caring and friendly member of our team and is always willing to help. She especially enjoys helping patients to achieve and maintain good oral health, through patient interaction and designing oral health displays in the patient waiting room. Bobby’s other interests include reading, cooking and also being a real animal lover, loves long walks with her little pup.

I’m 17 years old, I’m currently training at rai dental surgery to become a dental nurse, The dental profession has fascinated me since my childhood. When it came to choosing a prospective career path, I had no doubt in my mind that I aspired to pursue dentistry, I have always desired to be in a profession which is involved with scientific applications. I am a very patient and calm person who thoroughly enjoys working with new people, This dental nursing experience has motivated me to gain further dental qualifications in the future, I am self motivated and aspire to continue my career in the Dental industry.

Joanne is a dental receptionist and training dental practice manager. You can be assured of a welcoming smile from our receptionist Jo. She offers an excellent reception service, makes people feel relaxed and cared for. She has an important role within the practice because she is the first person you see when visiting and first impressions always count! In her spare time she loves spending time with her grandchildren and swimming.