Our academy is dedicated to excellence in all area of Dentistry and our aim is to inspire you to be the best you can be.
Our tutors are among the most experienced and knowledgeable and have been teaching ORE and LDS for over 8 years. Our courses have been developed not over months but over years. They are the best of the best.
We believe in forward thinking and in providing education to help you not only pass exams but also contribute positively to your future.
We will support you throughout your journey till you pass your exams and further, for PLVE and job opportunities.
Welcome to Phoenix Dental Academy
Meet Our Team
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Dr. Talal Raad is a dental professional with a focus on implant and restorative dentistry.
Graduating with academic distinction, Dr. Raad earned a bachelor’s degree in Oral and Dental
Surgery from Beirut Arab University in Lebanon and got registered with the General Dental
Council through the Overseas Registration Examination. Furthering his expertise, Dr. Raad
obtained diplomas in Implant Dentistry and Restorative Dentistry from the University of Saint
Joseph, Lebanon. Currently, Dr. Raad is pursuing a master’s degree in Periodontics at the
College of Medicine and Dentistry, Ulster University in the United Kingdom. With a strong
foundation in dental surgery and a commitment to excellence, Dr. Raad is dedicated to
advancing the field of dentistry through innovation and patient care.
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Dr. Fareha Liaqat is a skilled dentist with special interest in prosthodontics and clear aligners. She earned her BDS in 2016 from Pakistan and achieved Royal College membership from Ireland and Glasgow in 2019. Since 2018, Dr. Liaqat has been practicing dentistry in the UK, garnering a reputation for precision and patient-focused care. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Liaqat is a seasoned educator with vast experience teaching ORE, LDS, MJDF, MFDS and other advanced dental skills to newly qualified dentists. Her commitment to both clinical excellence and dental education makes her a respected figure in the field, contributing significantly to the growth and development of dental professionals.
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Since graduating from the prestigious De'Montmorency college of Dentistry, Lahore, she initially worked in Lahore, Pakistan. She embarked on an array of courses across the UK, gaining restorative and surgical skills. She obtained her MFDS qualification from Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow.
She has 5 years of experience working as a dental therapist/hygienist in the UK where she gained valuable insight into both NHS and private dentistry in general practice and became familiar with the system in the UK. She is currently working as a dentist and is undertaking her postgraduate qualification in Periodontology and completed her PGCDip in Periodontology in 2025.
She has keen interest in sharing her experience and teaches courses to dental care professionals and overseas dentists.
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Dr Fajar Amin graduated in 2017 from dental school in Pakistan. After a couple of years in practice she moved to London. Dr Fajar attained her MFDS qualification in 2020 and started working as a DCP in private and NHS practices. Once passing the ORE Dr Fajar worked for a year as a private dentist, has recently completed her PLVE is working as an associate dentist.
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General dentist with special interest in oral surgery and paediatrics Dr. Aya Al-Harbawee, a 2016 graduate of Mosul University, achieved full membership in the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2017. She successfully cleared the ORE in 2018. She earned a Master's in Public Health from the University of East London in 2019. Dr. Al-Harbawee completed a comprehensive two-year core training in maxillofacial surgery at Leicester Royal Infirmary, coupled with mixed oral surgery and pediatric dentistry training at Birmingham Dental Hospital. Currently, she practices as a general dentist in Leicester, showcasing a diverse and accomplished career in dentistry.
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BDS, FAGE, PG cert Orthodontics
Dr Anita Pradhan qualified from the prestigious Manipal Academy of Higher Education in Manipal , in 2006 after which she has worked in India, Nepal and the UK.
Dr Anita has special interest in Orthodontics and has practiced in private practice.
With over 10 years of teaching experience,
Dr Anita also teaches on MSC programs in the UK and has taught in various prestigious institutions.
After over 8 years of teaching Dr Anita founded training programmes with the vision of empowering dentists all over the world in 2020.
She currently develops and teaches various courses which includes courses of dental care professionals, young dentists and practicing dentists.Her company, Phoenix Dental Academy works in collaboration with various institutions in a number of countries.
Dr Anita has garnered an exceptional reputation for success in preparing candidates for ORE and LDS, and our training programs have consistently produced outstanding results and also in providing a complete pathway for overseas dentists.
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Dr Rimsha is a passionate dentist with a deep commitment to both patient care. She is passionate about education and has a strong academic background. She has been involved with several outreach programmes. She has passed her ORE exams and is currently working as an Associate dentist in clinical practice in the UK
FAQs
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ORE stands for Overseas Registration Exam. It is the route by which dentists who qualified overseas can demonstrate they meet the standards required for registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) in the UK. General Dental Council+2General Dental Council+2
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The application process is managed via the GDC’s “Route to Register / Overseas Registration Exam” webpages. General Dental Council+2General Dental Council+2 You will complete an application package (forms), submit required supporting documents (degree certificate, evidence of English language proficiency, good standing, identity, etc.), and then once approved, you will get a link to book exam sittings via your GDC account (eGDC). General Dental Council+4yourdentaltutor.co.uk+4eDental Portal+4
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Commonly required documents include:
Application form(s)
Character reference(s)
Certified copy of your passport / identity
Certified copy of degree/diploma certificate
Certificate of Good Standing from a dental regulatory body
Evidence of English language competence (IELTS / equivalent)
Evidence of name change (if applicable)
Clinical experience record
Any required academic equivalency / verification (e.g. NARIC or ENIC)
Medical certificate / fitness to practice (if requested)
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The GDC currently indicates that due to a high volume of applications, the processing time may be around 4–6 months from submission to approval. yourdentaltutor.co.uk
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Yes. Each part of ORE has a maximum of four attempts. eDental Portal+3yourdentaltutor.co.uk+3General Dental Council+3
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Yes. You must pass Part 2 within five years of your first attempt at Part 1. General Dental Council+5yourdentaltutor.co.uk+5General Dental Council+5
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Once your application is accepted, you use the eGDC portal to book an exam slot. Booking opens some weeks ahead of the exam date, and slots are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis (after priority candidates are allocated) Desire2Study+4General Dental Council+4General Dental Council+4
Also, note: payments usually must be made at the time of booking. General Dental Council+3General Dental Council+3spadental.co.uk+3 -
Generally, the examination fees are not refundable. General Dental Council+2General Dental Council+2
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For Part 1, up to 600 places per sitting. Dentistry+3General Dental Council+3General Dental Council+3
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Withdrawal policies and refund rules are published by GDC / exam providers; you should consult those specific policies. General Dental Council+2General Dental Council+2
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For Part 1, the GDC states that results are computed immediately on submission (because the exam is computer-based), leaving no opportunity to query marks. General Dental Council
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Yes, you may retake (subject to the four-attempt limit). But ensure you do not exceed the 5-year limit between Part 1 and Part 2. General Dental Council+3yourdentaltutor.co.uk+3General Dental Council+3