Team
Meet The Team
Our Senior Staff at Coach House, Gosforth, North Gosforth
Dr Kushbah Begum
Principal Dental Surgeon/ Director
GDC 227009
Dr Kushbah Begum obtained her dental degree from the University of Dundee in 2012. After qualifying Kushbah worked in the Scottish Boarders and Edinburgh but always knew her heart lay in the North East of England, where she is from, so she returned to Newcastle to live and work. Kushbah is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Bringing with her a wealth of experience and a keen interest in helping anxious patients. In addition to this, Kushbah offers a multitude of orthodontic systems for aligning teeth (including Invisalign, ceramic and metallic braces). She is also able to offer some minor periodontal surgery including “gum lift” surgery. Coach House Dental Practice completes Kushbah’s dreams of having a lab on site. Kushbah has a keen interest in painting, cooking and advises other dentists on a voluntary basis. Kushbah has regular swimming sessions after work to relax and keep fit. Kushbah has a cat who she adores and loves. Spending time with Chase is Kushbah’s favourite thing to do.
Dr James Pringleton
Dentist
GDC 290505
James graduated from Newcastle University in 2020 and has since worked in both Newcastle and Durham. Originally from Redcar, he now calls Newcastle his permanent home. James is passionate about helping patients build their confidence through minimally invasive treatments, offering a relaxed, friendly, and patient-focused approach to improving oral hygiene. To further enhance his expertise, he is currently expanding his skills in Invisalign teeth straightening and Enlighten whitening, ensuring his patients have access to straight, white teeth when desired. Outside of work, James enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors, with a particular interest in rugby, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
Dr Sahar Sadiq
Dentist
GDC 177760
Dr. Sahar Sadiq, originally from London, graduated in Dentistry from King’s College London in 2009. She completed her training year in Wokingham, Berkshire, where she gained valuable early experience in private and cosmetic dentistry. In 2010, she earned her Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons. In 2012, Sahar moved to Newcastle Upon Tyne to be with her husband, and together they have three young children. They enjoy exploring the local beaches and countryside on weekends.
Sahar takes a friendly and caring approach to dentistry, with a particular passion for treating children and nervous patients. She works to build their confidence and ensures they feel at ease during their visits. Known for her compassionate, people-centered care, Sahar has helped many anxious patients overcome their fears by carefully guiding them through each step of their treatment. She is qualified to provide Clear Correct invisible braces, teeth whitening, and bespoke cosmetic dental treatments tailored to her patients’ needs.
Lisa Light
Dental Hygienist
DipDH RCSEd 2003
GDC 6222
Lisa studied dental Hygiene at the Defence Dental Services Training Establishment in Aldershot, Hampshire, and was awarded the Diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh in 2003. Since qualifying, Lisa has worked in various practices across the UK and Germany. After leaving the military in 2006., Lisa moved to Manchester to work at a large private referral practice, working alongside specialists in all fields of dentistry, including periodontists and implantologists. This proved valuable in gaining extensive experience treating periodontal disease. Since then, Lisa has worked at various practices across the UK before finally settling in the North East with her family 10 years ago. Lisa enjoys all aspects of dental hygiene work, including treating periodontal disease and offering Airflow treatments, as well as routine hygiene appointments. In her spare time, Lisa is very busy looking after her family and all the animals they own.
Clare Rankin
Clinical Dental Technician
RDT Dip CDTRCS (Ed), RAD
GDC 126712
Clare started her career as a Dental Technician in 1999, working in dental labs such as PDS, Wearside and Aline, before training as a Clinical Dental Technician (CDT.)
Clare attended the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) and qualified as a Clinical Dental Technician (CDT) at the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh in 2019.
After working in private dental labs in the North East, Clare joined City Dental, Now Coach House Dental Practice, to work alongside Alan Forrest (Newcastle Denture Clinic/City Dental) as her mentor during training at UCLan, giving her invaluable experience working with one of the leading CDTs in the North East before his retirement.
Clare has direct access to patients with no teeth and those who have teeth(on prescription). She works in conjunction with the patient to achieve a bespoke denture enabling patients to smile again.
Clare also works at our sister practice Battlehill Dental Practice in Hexham.
In her spare time Clare enjoys walking, going to the gym and spending time with family and friends.
Andrea
Dental Nurse
GDC 133852
Andrea qualified as a Dental Nurse in 1999 and went on to qualify in Dental Sedation in 2005.
After a lot of years of Dental Nursing experience providing, both chair side assistance in surgery and reception duties, Andrea joined the team in 2025 as Lead dental Nurse. In her spare time Andrea enjoys spending time with friends and family and cuddling into her 6 dogs.
Harriet Middlemast
Trainee Nurse
Harriet is one of our trainee Dental Nurses. After working as a Healthcare Assistant in a GP setting, Harriet wanted to develop her skill set in the Dental industry.
In her spare time, Harriet enjoys shopping and spending time with her friends and family.
Demi Wilson
Trainee Nurse
After studying Law LLB at Northumbria University, Demi has found her new passion along side the dentist. Demi enjoys long walks with her three dogs (especially at the beach). A passion for cars keeps Demi busy on the weekends. She also enjoys exploring new locations; discovering foods of different cuisines.
Victoria Allen
Receptionist
Victoria is our lovely receptionist. She will be the first friendly face to greet you. She is very patient, helpful and always ready to help people. In her spare time, Vicky enjoys walks with her dog.