Our Team

Mehul Patel
BDS

Mehul graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2008. He has a keen interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, having helped many patients achieve the smile they have always wanted. He very much enjoys working with anxious patients helping put them at ease, treating them in a calm and friendly atmosphere.

Mehul is very committed to providing high quality Dental Care to those most in need, he demonstrates this by dedicating much of his time to providing sound NHS dentistry. Having taken ownership of Parklands Dental Care in 2012 he has spent much time adapting and introducing new equipment and services to the Practice so that the team are able to provide high quality treatment at the forefront of current Oral Health thinking. He has the support of a hard working team to help achieve this.

When away from work, Mehul enjoys getting active going to the gym regularly and playing sport. He is a confessed foodie, enjoys trips to the cinema and admits to being a petrol head in his spare time.

GDC No: 150346

Ajit Pankhania
BDS MFDS RCPS(Glasg)

Ajit graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2014. He is a caring professional who takes pride in making sure every patient is treated in a calm and comfortable environment.

Ajit provides a range of dental treatments and is committed to involving patients in their treatment to help achieve the best possible results for every individual. In wanting to develop his skills further, Ajit has completed the MFDS qualification to become a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow.

Outside the world of dentistry, Ajit is a keen sports fan and is an avid supporter of Manchester Utd. He likes to keep active at the gym and is a regular cinema-goer.

GDC No: 252470

Hannah Kerr
BDS, PG Dip, BSc (hons)

Hannah graduated from the Newcastle University in 2013 as a postgraduate having previously completed a pharmacology degree. Since then she has held a number of different posts across the country including Maxillofacial senior house officer, community dental officer and more recently has taken a post as a prison dentist, alongside her associate post. 
Having had a varied career and worked with people from all walks of life Hannah has numerous transferable skills and prides herself on strong communication in order to be able to provide effective dental care in the most patient centred and caring manner possible. Her strengths from working in community are working with children and nervous patients.
Outside of work and continuing her ‘work hard play hard’ ethos she spends her free time cooking, travelling (work schedule permitting) and visiting friends and family.

GDC No: 245155

Dr Jagdeep S Deogan
BDS, MFDS, MSc Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry PGDip Periodontics Dentist with Special Interest in Periodontics, Implants & Oral Surgery

Jagdeep graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2013 and has since developed a strong interest in gum health, implant dentistry, and restorative treatment. He completed a Master’s degree in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry from the University of Manchester in 2018 and has also gained a Postgraduate Diploma in Periodontics.

Jagdeep now focuses his clinical time on patients referred for advanced treatments, particularly in the areas of periodontal (gum) therapy, dental implants, and oral surgery. He provides comprehensive care for patients with gum disease, including deep cleaning (non-surgical therapy), surgical treatment, and soft tissue grafting to improve gum health, protect implants, and enhance aesthetics.

In implant dentistry, Jagdeep has undergone extensive training in both simple and complex cases, including full-arch restorations (such as All-on-4), bone grafting, sinus lifts, and the management of failing implants and peri-implantitis. He uses advanced digital tools — including 3D scanning, guided surgery, and digital planning software — to deliver precise, long-lasting results with a minimally invasive approach.

Whether helping patients regain stability through gum treatment or rebuild their smile with implants, Jagdeep is committed to delivering high-quality, personalised care with a strong focus on long-term outcomes.

He is known for his calm, approachable manner and takes time to ensure every patient feels fully informed, involved, and confident in their treatment journey.

Outside of dentistry, Jagdeep enjoys motorsport, fitness, travel, and discovering great food.

GDC No: 243908

Antonia Kemp
Dip DH RCS (Eng)

Antonia started her career in Dentistry in 2010 working as a Dental Nurse in Nottingham. She then went on to pursue a career in Dental Hygiene graduating from London’s Eastman Dental Hospital in June 2015. Alongside her Hygiene Diploma, Antonia also achieved the Carol Chiver’s Memorial Award for excellence in patient care and communication.

Since graduating Antonia’s kind and caring manner makes her very popular with her patients. She enjoys working together with her patients towards achieving better oral health and maintaining healthy gums and teeth.

Outside of work she enjoys keeping fit by running and swimming, spending weekends in the countryside and quality time with family and friends.

GDC No: 237339

Lesa Glover
Dip DH

I began my career in dentistry in 1988, working as an apprentice dental nurse in a local Nottinghamshire practice, and gaining the National Certificate in Dental Nursing in 1991. I then went on to study clinical dental hygiene at Manchester’s Turner Dental Hospital, qualifying with a Diploma in Dental Hygiene in 1994. Since graduation, I have continued to provide dental hygiene service to patients in and around the Nottinghamshire area, including 28 years of continuous service with the former Peveril Road Dental Practice, in Beeston, which closed permanently in 2024.

I have always enjoyed helping and supporting dental patients in achieving the best possible outcomes for their oral health, and I take great pride in the work I do.

Outside of work, I have a passion for archaeology, and I hold additional degrees in archaeology, bioarchaeology and forensics. I enjoy being outdoors and taking long walks and cycle rides in the countryside, indulging my love for wildlife and nature. I am also a regular gym-goer, and my idea of the perfect night in would be a good book and a big mug of tea!

GDC No: 4778

Kirstie Cronin

Kirstie is our Practice manager, qualifying from Sheffield Hallam University in 2012.  She comes from a dental nursing background before changing career and joining Parklands Dental care.  She works hard behind the scenes to help keep day to day operations of the Practice running smoothly and making sure that we are at the forefront of infection control procedures, compliance and health and safety to keep all our patients and staff safe.  

In her spare time Kirstie enjoys spending time with her family, 2 young children and loves to horse ride when she has time.