At Neyo, our friendly and experienced team are here to make your visit as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. We prioritise your comfort and safety, and help you achieve incredible results with our expert care. Read more about us below!
Contact usCo-Founder & Specialist Orthodontist
Neil prides himself on delivering exceptional orthodontic results while keeping the whole teeth straightening process easy and enjoyable for his patients. His experience, expertise and enthusiasm for straightening teeth shines through and you will feel reassured that the advice and treatment you receive from Neil is of the very highest quality…
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Co-Founder, Specialist Periodontist & Implant Surgeon
Dr Yogesh Wadher, more commonly known as Yogi, is known for putting his patients first. He has a relentless desire to give the most advanced up-to-date treatments, whilst also balancing each individual’s personal needs.
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There isn’t much about dentistry that Joyz, our manager, doesn’t know.
Since qualifying as a dentist back home in the Philippines in 1997, Joyz has been helping patients get access to high quality dental treatments.
Joyz moved to the UK in 2003 working as a surgical assistant before moving on to become a practice manager for 18 years in Brighton. She has established herself as a key figure in the local dental community and is the registered CQC manager for Brighton and Hove out-of-hours emergency dental service, which she has now managed for more than 12 years. It is here she met Yogi and Neil, who were once enthusiastic employees of the emergency dental service.
Joyz is well known for her positive attitude and enthusiasm towards dentistry. She uses her own practical experience combined with her exceptional communication skills and kind nature to expertly advise and guide patients on their treatment journey.
Outside of work, Joyz is a keen sportswoman and has competed in bike rides, walking challenges, marathons and ultramarathons, raising thousands of pounds for various charities.
She lives in Brighton with her husband, their grown-up children, and Zuko the cat.
Charlotte started her career in dentistry in 2013, working as a trainee dental nurse at a busy NHS and private dental practice in Brighton.
Charlotte qualified as a dental nurse in January 2015, gaining her National Diploma in Dental Nursing. She continued working as a dental nurse, providing excellent patient care in a calm, friendly, and empathetic manner.
Charlotte joined the team at the emergency out-of-hours dental service in 2015, progressing to become assistant manager. She continues to work there, giving up her evenings to provide emergency dental treatment to a variety of patients when most in need.
In 2017, Charlotte progressed into the role of clinical manager and has thrived in this role, constantly looking at ways to improve the experience for patients within the practice. She believes providing quality treatment in a friendly environment is the key to a successful dental practice.
Charlotte has experience with Invisalign treatments and loves to discuss this with patients, helping assess their suitability and get them started in their tooth straightening journey. She enjoys learning new skills and is always looking to expand her dental knowledge. In 2022, she gained her qualification in Dental Radiography, and is now able to take x-rays on behalf of the dentists for our patients.
In her spare time, Charlotte enjoys braving the cold weather and taking a swim in the sea, occasionally joined by her cocker spaniel, Meg.
Charlotte is proud to be part of the amazing team at Neyo Dental Specialists, and help provide specialist dental treatments to Burgess Hill and the Sussex area.
Shu’s commitment to periodontology has seen her dedicating the last 7 years of her postgraduate training to refining her skills in order to provide the best possible care to her patients. After achieving her dental degree at King’s College London, she completed the rigorous specialist clinical master’s training programme at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute and has been awarded the Diploma of Membership in Periodontics by the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Shu believes strongly in patient-centred holistic care, including the impact of gum health on overall well-being and vice versa. Clinically, she has acquired the skills for the management of gum diseases, gum recession and peri-implant diseases. Shu is proficient in non-surgical and surgical treatments, carrying out all procedures in a careful and conscientious manner.
Outside of Neyo, Shu is a speciality dentist at the Eastman Dental Hospital in London, where she treats patients with advanced gum conditions and complex medical backgrounds. Outside of treatment time, she also has clinical supervision duties, teaching postgraduates in specialty training.
Shu grew up in Singapore and Australia and moved to the UK 12 years ago. Outside of clinical practice she enjoys embarking on culinary adventures both in and outside of her own kitchen.
Dr Vanderley qualified in 2001 at the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), Brazil. After qualifying, he finished several postgraduate courses and followed his passion for endodontics, completing a specialisation course at the University of Sao Paulo (USP), Bauru, also in Brazil.
Dr Vanderley always keeps up-to-date with new research and innovation in the field of endodontics. He has completed a residency program with Professor Gilberto Debelian, a worldwide renowned endodontic expert, in Oslo, Norway.
He has been working in the United Kingdom since 2012, at private practices in London, West Sussex and Hampshire. Dr Vanderley believes in the minimally invasive practice of dentistry and makes a great effort to keep his patients relaxed and at ease during their visit.
Dr Vanderley is a keen cyclist, attends the gym regularly, and enjoys swimming and scuba diving. He speaks Spanish, Portuguese and English and is a member of the British Endodontic Society.
Akit is a highly accomplished prosthodontist with extensive experience in advanced restorative and aesthetic dentistry. A specialist in rebuilding and replacing teeth, he combines precision, artistry and the latest techniques to restore natural function and beauty to every smile.
After graduating from Guy’s Dental Institute, Akit trained across oral surgery, general medicine, and restorative dentistry before completing specialist training in Prosthodontics at UCL Eastman Dental Hospital, the UK’s top-rated programme. He earned his Master’s degree with distinction and received the award for Clinical and Academic Excellence.
Akit’s clinical expertise spans preventive and minimally invasive dentistry, crowns and bridges, dentures, dental implants, and cosmetic rehabilitation. His calm, meticulous approach and dedication to excellence have earned him multiple industry awards and recognition within the profession.
Alongside clinical practice, Akit teaches at UCL Eastman Dental Institute, lectures internationally, and advises leading dental companies including Straumann, Solventum, GC, and Komet Dental. He is also a clinical advisor to Bupa Dental Care, a Fellow of the International Team for Implantology (ITI), and a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS).
As part of a multi-disciplinary team, Akit provides seamlessly coordinated, personalised care. His focus is on long-lasting, natural-looking results tailored to each patient’s needs, creating restorations that are precise, functional, and built to last.
“As gentle, as perfect, as beautiful, and as durable as possible – every restoration carries a signature of precision and care.”
Akit provides the following treatments:
GMC: 3674774
Mel is an anaesthetic doctor and a member of the Royal College of Anaesthetists, who provides sedation for nervous patients here at Neyo Dental Specialists.
Mel has been providing sedation treatment for 25 years, both in hospital (the Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead) and in dental clinics across Sussex. The hospital is a centre of excellence for dental surgery, so Mel is very used to working in the dental environment and providing sedation for a variety of dental treatments.
Mel understands that anxiety around dental procedures is completely normal, and is here to make you feel more comfortable, less nervous, and ease you through gently and calmly.
Mel really enjoys helping patients through their visits and seeing a relaxed and happy smile afterwards!
Clare qualified as a dental hygienist from Birmingham Dental Hospital in 2001, having previously qualified and worked as a dental nurse. In addition to her hygiene qualification, she also has a BTEC in oral health promotion and a teaching certificate.
Clare has extensive experience working in both private and NHS settings.
She enjoys all aspects of dentistry and enjoys getting to know her patients. Clare is passionate about providing excellent patient care and effective and thorough treatment, and loves helping patients achieve their optimal oral health.
Clare is a member of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy and regularly attends meetings and courses. She enjoys keeping up to date with new developments in dentistry.
When she’s not at work, Clare loves spending time with her two children. She also enjoys being outside riding her horse Lola, and has a passion for gardening.
Ian started work in the dental industry as an apprentice dental technician in 1995. He gained his BTEC diploma in Dental Technology in 2000 from Lambeth College in London. After qualification, he took two years out to travel the world, ending up in Sydney, Australia, where he worked at one of the country’s largest and most prestigious dental laboratories.
During this placement, Ian worked directly alongside a Clinical Dental Technician (CDT). The benefits of making and fitting patients’ dentures directly became obvious to him.
After coming home to England in 2005, Ian set up a dental laboratory to serve local dentists throughout the Sussex area. This small lab was soon servicing 70+ dentists, making, repairing and altering dentures all day, every day. To date, the laboratory has worked on over 60,000 different dental appliances.
In 2006, Ian started training on the brand new course to become a CDT. He passed the course in 2009 with an honours diploma from George Brown College, Toronto, along with a diploma in Clinical Dental Technology from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Ian has since undertaken training with some of the best denture providers in the world, including Dr Finlay Sutton and Dr John Besford, and gained qualifications in the best technical denture systems such as Ivovlars BPS and Candulors Swiss Denture System.
Ian is experienced and passionate about his work with dentures. He has a meticulous nature along with excellent technical and clinical skills. This, coupled with a soft and understanding chairside manner, means you can expect top quality dentures provided in comfort at a time to suit your individual needs.
Emily started her dentistry career in 2013 at a busy NHS and private practice in Brighton. She went on to complete her training and gain her National Diploma in Dental Nursing in 2015.
Emily continued working as a dental nurse for a variety of dentists with different specialities, including periodontics and implants.
After the birth of her second daughter in 2019, Emily decided to take a career break to spend more time with her family. During this time away from work she found plenty of time to improve her crafty skills in crochet and sewing.
In 2023, Emily made the decision to come back to nursing and joined Neyo Dental Specialists. She loves being back at work and involved in the dentistry profession once again. Her skills include caring for patients throughout their treatment journey, offering a reassuring presence and a hand to squeeze when needed.
In her spare time, Emily enjoys exploring new walks in Mid-Sussex, arts and crafts, and baking with her girls.
Aimee started her career in dentistry in 2021, where she began working as a treatment co-ordinator. This was Aimee’s first role in dentistry, where she delivered first class customer service to patients. Aimee thrived in the role where she assisted patients throughout their treatment, provided a friendly point of contact throughout their journey, and helped in all aspects of their care.This role sparked Aimee’ s interest in dentistry and she decided to train as a dental nurse so she was also able to provide chairside assistance to patients and have a more hands-on role in their care.
Following two years of training, Aimee has now qualified as a dental nurse and is registered with the General Dental Council. Aimee is excited to be part of the team at Neyo Dental, and to work alongside our specialist dentists to further enhance her nursing skill set. She has a particular interest in teeth straightening and enjoys working with our specialist orthodontist, Neil, providing both fixed braces and aligner treatments for our patients. Aimee is qualified in Dental Radiography so is able to take x-rays on behalf of our dentists.
In Aimee’s spare time she loves to socialise with her friends and family, and take her dog on long country walks.
Cristina embarked on her dental career in 2012, starting at a busy NHS and private practice in West Sussex. She earned her National Diploma in Dental Nursing in 2014, and expanded her expertise through hands-on experience in specialised treatments such as implants and periodontics, working alongside Yogi for several years.
As her career evolved, Cristina took on leadership roles, including Lead Nurse and Assistant Practice Manager. These positions allowed her to merge her clinical knowledge with management experience, all while keeping patient care at the forefront, a passion that continues to motivate her every day.
Excited for a new challenge, Cristina joined NEYO as a Treatment Coordinator, where she applies the skills she’s developed throughout her career to further enhance patient care in a fresh environment.
Outside of her professional life, Cristina enjoys spending time with her fiancé, family, and friends. She has a passion for film, fashion and art, and is always seeking inspiration from these creative outlets. When she can, Cristina loves to visit her native Spain, reconnecting with her roots and immersing herself in its rich culture.
Jess joined our team as a receptionist in June 2025, bringing with her a strong background in customer success and a passion for exceptional service. Dedicated to making every patient feel supported, she consistently strives to deliver the highest level of care from the moment you step through our doors.
Her favourite part of the job is interacting with our patients and ensuring their experience with us is as smooth, comfortable, and reassuring as possible. Warm, friendly, and approachable, Jess is always on hand to help with a bright smile.
Outside of work, Jess loves spending quality time catching up with friends and exploring the countryside with her two dogs, Vinnie and Murphy.
Paul registered as a dental technician in 1997, studying a National Diploma in Dental Science and Technology at Lambeth College in London.
He started his career working with his father in a private crown and bridge laboratory in Lewes.
With an interest in selling, Paul moved on to a sales rep role for various companies for over ten years. Along the way, Paul made contacts with fellow technicians and, more importantly, picked up hints and tricks that would enable him to start his own business in an untapped area of dentistry… Mouthguards!
In 2013, Paul engaged with professional athletes and major sponsor Shock Doctor, where he was asked to make mouthguards for the Premiership rugby team Saracens. When this proved successful, he went on to help out the Samoans in the 2015 Rugby World Cup with custom-fitted mouthguards, and the Wales national team in the 2018 Six Nations.
Paul also visits local schools in the area and manufactures bespoke custom-fitted mouthguards for children who play Hockey and Rugby.
Paul, away from the dedication and technical side, understandably likes being outside; he enjoys cycling, skiing, and plays darts for a local social club.
He loves to cook, and so he’s been told he makes a wicked Spanish Tortilla!
And of all the things in life, he has four boys who he loves to spend precious time with as they grow up so fast!!
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