Lecturer Details: Aetiology, identification, and management of tooth wear

Lecturer nameDr Vaishali Patel BDS (Hons), MPros RCSEd, Mclindent Pros
Lecturer profileVaishali is a Specialist in Prosthodontics. She recently qualified with distinction in Prosthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh and Kings College London, following four years of specialist training at Guys Dental Hospital. Throughout her training she maintained her clinical skills by working part time in general practice.

VaishalI recently relocated to the Midlands and is currently working in private practice and alongside her clinical work has developed a keen interest in teaching dentists locally.

Prior to specialist training Vaishali graduated with Honours from the Royal London in 2011. She then gained a varied experience working in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Southend & Broomfield Hospitals followed by working as a General Dental practitioner in NHS, Mixed and Private practice settings.

Vaishali’s approach to dentistry is holistic care. Focusing on education and disease prevention to ensure a healthy oral environment that can be maintained throughout life

She enjoys providing varied clinical work including, planning and restoring dental implants, non-surgical replacement of missing teeth- dentures, adhesive bridges, conventional bridges and in particular treatment of tooth wear.

Outside of work she enjoys keeping fit. She loves outdoor adventures, travelling, painting and of course food!