Team

Meet the Team

Mrs Meena Ranka

BDS MFDS RCS(Eng), FDS(Rest Dent) RCS

Consultant Restorative Dentistry

GDC NO: 100449

Mrs Ranka is a Specialist in Restorative Dentistry including Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics and Implantology.

Mrs Ranka’s main areas of interest include fixed and removable prosthodontics, management of complex restorative cases including oral rehabilitation of patients with head and neck cancer, treatment of toothwear (with a confirmative and reorganised approach), hypodontia (congenitally missing teeth) and  implant dentistry.

Mrs Ranka has vast experience in periodontics and has treated numerous patients with periodontitis with a non-surgical and surgical approach where indicated. She has the experience of joint orthodontic-restorative treatment planning for treatment of patients with hypodontia and cleft lip and palate. She enjoys her work of restoring smiles and oral rehabilitation. She qualified as a dentist in 1997 and completed her MFDS in North-East England in 2005. She commenced her specialist training in Restorative Dentistry at the Liverpool Dental Hospital and attained FDS (Rest Dent) RCS in 2012 from the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Mrs Ranka was appointed as a Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at the Royal Preston Hospital in July 2013 and was the Clinical Director of Dental Specialties from 2016 to 2018. She achieved clinical excellence awards for her work during this time in addition to a charitable grant from Rosemere Cancer Centre for treatment of head and neck cancer patients.

She was the Clinical Audit lead and regularly chaired the Evidence Based Dentistry Forums at the Hospital.  

Thereafter, Mrs Ranka worked as Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital for 6.5 years until June 2025. She was involved in the set-up of the Restorative Service for this region, with her specialist interest in Head and Neck Cancer. She regularly attends courses and conferences for continuing professional development and has completed an Advanced Implantology course at the Branemark Institute in Johannesburg, SA. She has published papers and guidelines in peer-reviewed journals. She is a member of the British Society of Prosthodontics and has been actively involved in the Restorative Managed Clinical Network. At home, she is a busy mum and enjoys spending her time with her husband and son. She plays badminton and her hobbies include crafts, travelling and cooking.

Mr Malton

Maxillofacial Prosthetist

RDT PGDip MIMPT CMgr

GDC NO: 125530

Qualifications and Specialisations

Mr Malton is a fully qualified Consultant Maxillofacial Prosthetist and Member, as well as Vice Chairman, of the Institute of Maxillofacial Prosthetists and Technologists. He is a registered Dental Technician with the GDC (Registration: 125530).

Professional Journey

Mr Malton began his career in 1997 at Guy’s & St Thomas’ Hospital as a Trainee Dental Technician and obtained his Diploma in Dental Technology in 2000. Between 2001 and 2003, Mr Malton worked as a Dental Ceramist while attending evening school at Lambeth College to complete his HNC in Orthodontics.

In 2004, he became a Senior Orthodontic Technician at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, and subsequently Chief Orthodontic Technician in 2007 at Wexham Park Hospital. During this time, he obtained a Certificate in Healthcare Leadership and Management from the University of West London.

In 2009, he attended Manchester Metropolitan University, studying Maxillofacial Prosthetics & Technology and qualifying as a Maxillofacial Prosthetist in 2011.

In 2013, Mr Malton became the Laboratory Manager of the Maxillofacial Laboratory at Luton & Dunstable Hospital. During this period, he implemented a 3D printing service and secured funding for a CBCT scanner for the trust. In 2020, he was awarded a Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership from the Chartered Management Institute.

Since July 2021, he has served as the Maxillofacial Laboratory Manager at Healthcare Partners Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary company of the Royal Surrey Hospital in Guildford. He has since implemented BSI ISO 13485 quality management systems within the laboratory, focusing on the quality of custom-made medical devices.

Areas of Expertise

His main interests include the prosthetic rehabilitation of patients who have suffered facial injuries or defects due to cancer, including ocular, auricular and nasal silicone prostheses. He is also highly experienced in Digital Orthognathic Planning and regularly participates in joint planning with surgeons to virtually plan surgical movements.

Mr Malton is an expert in the prosthetic obturation of head and neck cancer patients and has worked closely with Dr Ranka for many years to achieve excellent patient outcomes.

Contributions and Achievements

Mr Malton currently works at the Royal Surrey Hospital in Guildford as a Consultant Maxillofacial Prosthetist and has introduced numerous initiatives, including digital surgical planning. He is both a national and international speaker and has lectured on a range of topics, including 3D Orthognathic Planning, 3D Medical Modelling and, most recently, the NHS England “Getting It Right First Time” (GIRFT) report for Maxillofacial Laboratories at the British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Personal Interests

Outside of work, Mr Malton enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He has a lifelong passion for DJing and pursues this whenever possible. He also enjoys working on building projects, from home renovations to creating model railways.

Mr Keval Shah

Specialist Endodontist

GDC NO: 85736

Mr Keval Shah is our resident Endodontist. His expertise allows him to deal with teeth that have complex endodontic (root canal related) problems, meaning he can save teeth that may otherwise need to be extracted. He has extensive experience in providing root canal treatment and retreatment, apical surgery and dealing with traumatic injuries to the teeth. His compassionate approach ensures an excellent patient experience.
After graduating from the prestigious University of Bristol in 2005, Keval went on to complete the Royal College of Surgeons (England) Membership examinations in 2007.
Kewal is one of the few dentists to be awarded a specialist training position in endodontics at Guy’s and King’s College Dental Institute where he successfully completed 4 years of  advanced training and passed all his examinations with distinction.
He was also awarded the Membership in Endodontics by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, which is recognised a significant achievement in the field. He currently divides his time between Kings College London – Guys Hospital Campus (as a clinical teacher on the MclinDent Endodontology), and private referral practices

Dr Bhavin Soneji

Specialist Orthodontist / Consultant Orthodontist

GDC NO: 103938

BDS (Hons) MSc (Orthodontics) CILT MJDF RCS (Eng) MOrth RCS (Eng) FDS (Orth) RCS (Eng)

Consultant Orthodontist – Accepting Referrals for All Aspects of Orthodontic Treatment.

Dr Bhavin Soneji is a Consultant and GDC-registered Specialist in Orthodontics, offering a full range of contemporary orthodontic treatments for both adults and children. He welcomes referrals for all orthodontic cases—including interceptive, complex, multidisciplinary, and cosmetic treatments.

Bhavin is highly experienced in the use of fixed and removable appliances including:
• Invisalign and other clear aligner systems
• Damon self-ligating braces
• Lingual orthodontics (WIN system)
• Aesthetic ceramic brackets

After graduating with Honours in Dentistry from Guy’s Hospital, London, Bhavin was awarded five distinctions and multiple academic prizes, including the London Bursary for excellence in Paediatric and Orthodontic Dentistry. His early hospital training included posts in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Paediatric Dentistry at renowned institutions such as Great Ormond Street Hospital, where he developed strong clinical skills managing complex and medically compromised patients.

He completed Specialist Orthodontic training at the Royal London Dental Hospital, gaining a Master’s degree and the Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth) from the Royal College of Surgeons of England. His commitment to clinical excellence led him to complete further Consultant-level training, culminating in the Fellowship in Orthodontics (FDS Orth), the highest clinical qualification in the field.

Bhavin currently holds a Consultant Orthodontist post at Milton Keynes University Hospital, where he also supervises postgraduate orthodontic trainees. His approach combines evidence-based practice with a calm, patient-centred manner—ensuring that both referring dentists and patients are fully informed and confident in their care.

Now Accepting Referrals For:
• Complex orthodontic cases (including orthognathic treatment planning)
• Interceptive and growth modification treatments in children
• Invisalign and aesthetic options for adults
• Multidisciplinary cases (e.g., with periodontics, restorative, implant or surgical input)
• Retreatment and relapse cases

Dr Megna

Facial Aesthetician

GDC NO: 289732

Dr Megna is a highly skilled dentist and advanced facial aesthetician with a passion for delivering natural, confidence-boosting results. With a strong foundation in dentistry and advanced training in facial aesthetics, she focuses on enhancing her patients’ natural features while prioritising skin health and long-term rejuvenation.

Known for her gentle approach and attention to detail, Dr Megna combines clinical precision with artistic understanding to achieve subtle enhancements that improve skin quality and overall confidence. Her treatments are tailored to each individual, with an emphasis on safety, integrity, and results that look and feel like you — at your best.

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Miss Neha Kapoor

Practice Manager

With a background as a qualified Dental Nurse, Neha Kapoor brings hands-on clinical experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to patient-centred care. Now stepping into the role of Practice Manager, she combines her deep understanding of dental procedures with growing expertise in team coordination, appointment scheduling, compliance, and front-office operations.
She is dedicated to creating a supportive, organized, and welcoming environment for both patients and staff. Her caring nature, attention to detail and drive to continually learn makes her a valuable member of R-Dental’s leadership team.

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