Our team
Meet the team at Allen House Dental Ipswich
Meet the dentists, dental therapists and wider team at Allen House Dental Ipswich. The practice has cared for patients in Ipswich since 1965. Read about each person’s role, qualifications and experience below.
Clinical team
Our dentists and dental therapists
Every dentist and dental therapist listed here is registered with the General Dental Council. You can check each clinician’s registration on the GDC register.
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Principal dentist
Dr Rashi Goel
- BDS, Kurukshetra University, India, 2002
- GDC 238817
Dr Rashi Goel is the principal dentist at Allen House Dental Ipswich and has practised in the UK since 2012, with much of her work in NHS dentistry.
She provides general dental care at the practice. Dr Goel wants patients to feel listened to, so she explains what she finds and involves you in the decisions about your treatment.
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Implant dentist
Dr Rohit Patel
- BDS, King’s College London, UK, 2019
- MSc (Dist.) Clinical Implantology
- MSc and PgDip Advanced Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry
- MFDS RCSEd
- GDC 284311
Dr Rohit Patel provides dental implant treatment at the practice, for patients replacing one tooth, several teeth or a full arch.
His experience at King’s College Hospital included complex surgical cases and patients with complicated medical histories. He has also tutored final-year dental students at Queen Mary, University of London, and lectured at King’s College London. Dr Patel explains your options clearly so you can make an informed decision.
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Dentist
Dr Leena Joseph
- UK statutory examination, 2000
- GDC 77429
Dr Leena Joseph has been a registered dentist in the UK since 2000 and provides general dental care at the practice, from check-ups to fillings and other everyday treatment.
She adapts her care to each patient’s needs and talks you through the options before any treatment begins.
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Dentist
Dr Sophie Good
- BDS, University of Dundee, UK, 2012
- GDC 226920
Dr Sophie Good qualified from the University of Dundee in 2012 and provides general dental care at the practice, including check-ups and routine treatment.
Her calm, caring nature and gentle approach help patients feel at ease during their appointments.
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Dental therapist and hygienist
Leena Yadav
- National Diploma in Dental Nursing, NEBDN, UK, 2023
- GDC 307754
Leena Yadav is registered as a dental therapist, dental hygienist and dental nurse, and provides hygiene appointments and preventive care at the practice.
She takes time to listen to your concerns and explains how to look after your teeth and gums in clear, practical terms, so you can keep your mouth healthy between visits.
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Dental therapist and hygienist
Bhavyasree Kannoth
- GDC 305884
Bhavyasree Kannoth is a dental therapist and hygienist, registered with the General Dental Council since 2023, and provides hygiene appointments and preventive care.
She takes time to talk through your treatment clearly before she begins. Her gentle approach is particularly helpful for patients who feel nervous about visiting the dentist.
Practice team
The team behind your visit
Our practice manager, dental nurses and receptionist work alongside the dentists and dental therapists at Allen House Dental Ipswich. Together, they manage appointments, prepare the surgeries, assist clinicians and support patients throughout their visits. Our trainee dental nurses work under appropriate supervision while completing their training.
Stephanie Cave
Practice manager and dental nurse
NVQ Level 3 and VRQ Level 3 Dental Nursing, City & Guilds, UK, 2011
GDC 204933
Stephanie runs the practice day to day and is also a registered dental nurse. Further training includes dental radiography, oral health education and dental photography.
Kamila Szajlikowska
Dental nurse
National Diploma in Dental Nursing, NEBDN, UK, 2018
GDC 279554
Kamila added an NEBDN qualification in dental radiography in 2021, three years after qualifying as a dental nurse.
Neethu Wilson
Dental nurse
National Diploma in Dental Nursing, NEBDN, UK, 2025
GDC 332552
Neethu assists the dentists and dental therapists during your treatment and keeps each surgery ready for the next patient.
Cathy Cave
Dental receptionist
Cathy greets you at reception and takes care of booking, changing and cancelling appointments.
Rahul Radhakrishnan
Trainee dental nurse
Baby Shami Valiyaparambil Joslin
Trainee dental nurse
Sandra Souparnika Surendranath
Trainee dental nurse
Akshaya Sudarsh
Trainee dental nurse
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