- Mermaid Dental 1 Norman Road, Saltford, Bristol BS31 3BQ
- 01225 872 106
All our dentists adhere to the rules governing the profession under strict guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC)” Standards for Dental Professionals”.
Mehdi is the Principal Dentist at Mermaid Dental and graduated from the Royal College of Dentistry at Aarhus University, Denmark, in 1998. He has a particular interest in implant, surgical and cosmetic dentistry and has undertaken extensive postgraduate training throughout his career.
In 2012, Mehdi was awarded a University Diploma in Dental Implants from UCL and has also completed four years of postgraduate training at the Eastman Dental Institute in London, achieving a Diploma in Implant Dentistry.
Mehdi is committed to continually developing his knowledge and skills and regularly attends courses both in the UK and internationally to keep up to date with advances in modern dentistry.
He is a member of several professional organisations, including the Association of Dental Implantology UK, International Team for Implantology, British Society for Restorative Dentistry and British Dental Association.
With over 25 years of experience, Mehdi is passionate about providing high-quality, patient-focused care and helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.
Milly qualified as a Dental Hygienist in Manchester in 2000 and brings over 25 years of experience to her role. She is passionate about helping patients achieve and maintain healthy smiles, while making every visit as comfortable and positive as possible.
With a gentle and friendly approach, Milly takes the time to understand each patient and believes that good oral health plays an important role in overall wellbeing and confidence. She particularly enjoys helping patients feel more confident about their smiles and supporting them in developing healthy habits that last.
Milly is committed to providing the highest standard of care and regularly undertakes continuing professional development to keep her knowledge and skills up to date.
With her wealth of experience, caring nature and patient-focused approach, Milly is dedicated to helping every patient enjoy a healthy, confident smile.
Lauren qualified as a Dental Nurse with her NEBDN qualification in November 2003 and has over 20 years’ experience across a variety of dental and healthcare settings. Her career has included working within the RUH Bath Maxillofacial Unit, specialist dental practices including dental implants, and the NHS in roles including Dental Nurse, Treatment Co-ordinator and Practice Manager.
Prior to joining Mermaid Dental, Lauren spent two years working as a Dental Nurse Assessor, supporting and assessing trainee dental nurses through their qualifications. She has gained her CAVA assessor qualification and AET and is currently completing her Level 4 Practice Management Apprenticeship.
Lauren joined Mermaid Dental in January 2026 as Practice Manager, working closely with Mehdi on compliance and the day-to-day running of the practice.
With her extensive dental experience and friendly, organised approach, Lauren is passionate about supporting both patients and the team and helping to ensure the practice runs smoothly.
Charlotte has been an important part of the Mermaid Dental team since 2007 and is a qualified and GDC Registered Dental Nurse.
With many years of experience, Charlotte has developed particular expertise in surgical and implant dentistry and plays a key role in supporting both our clinicians and patients throughout their treatment.
Charlotte is passionate about dental nursing and continues to develop her knowledge and skills through ongoing training and professional development. She has also expanded her role within the practice by becoming a Treatment Co-ordinator, helping to support and guide patients through their treatment journey.
As Lead Dental Nurse, Charlotte brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the team and is committed to maintaining high standards of patient care across the practice.
Libbie recently joined the Mermaid Dental team as a Trainee Dental Nurse and has enrolled on her Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship, working towards becoming a qualified and GDC Registered Dental Nurse.
As part of her training, Libbie is developing her clinical skills and knowledge while gaining valuable hands-on experience supporting our dentists and patients. She is learning all aspects of dental nursing, including chairside assistance, cross-infection control, patient care and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
Libbie is enthusiastic about developing her career in dentistry and is enjoying building her confidence and experience as part of the Mermaid Dental team.
With her friendly and caring approach, Libbie is committed to helping patients feel comfortable and well looked after throughout their visits.
Sussi is an integral part of Mermaid Dental and is the joint owner of the practice alongside Mehdi. With over 20 years of experience in dentistry, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong commitment to the practice and its patients.
Throughout her career, Sussi has continued to develop her skills and knowledge, regularly undertaking further training and qualifications to support her professional development.
Sussi is also a qualified Mental Health First Aider, reflecting her passion for supporting the wellbeing of others and helping to create a positive, caring environment for both patients and the team.
As Practice Owner, Sussi remains dedicated to the continued success of Mermaid Dental, maintaining its welcoming, friendly atmosphere and commitment to high standards of patient care.
