Our Periodontics Team in London — Behind Duo-Lase™ Laser Gum Treatment
The periodontics team in London behind Duo-Lase™ is led by Dr. Ole Behrens (GDC 79056) — the developer of the Duo-Lase™ laser gum treatment protocol, with over 15 years of experience in laser-assisted periodontal care. Working alongside Dr. Behrens are Dr. Georgios Kolaitis (GDC 254508), a dentist with a special interest in periodontology holding an MSc in Periodontology from Plymouth University, and Dr. Lior Burg (GDC 84953), who holds postgraduate qualifications in Oral Surgery, Implantology and Clinical Orthodontics. Head Hygienist Soniya Behrens (GDC 257455) oversees Duo-Lase™ treatment delivery. All clinicians are GDC-registered and can be verified at gdc-uk.org. The team practises from our clinic at 21 Thurloe Place, South Kensington, London (SW7 2SP) — the only clinic in the UK using the Duo-Lase™ protocol for laser periodontal therapy.
Principle Dentist - Developer of the Duo-Lase™ Protocol
Dr. Ole Behrens
GDC 79056 · Med Dent, PhD (University of Kiel) · 15+ years in laser-assisted periodontics
Dr. Ole Behrens developed the Duo-Lase™ protocol and leads the clinical team at our South Kensington practice. He holds Med Dent and PhD qualifications from the University of Kiel and has practised in private periodontal and restorative dentistry in London for over a decade. His clinical interests beyond periodontics include implant surgery, full-mouth rehabilitation, and aesthetic dentistry. Verify at gdc-uk.org (GDC 79056).
Head Hygienist (Duo-Lase™ Treatments)
Soniya Behrens
GDC 257455 · 25+ years in dentistry · Trained in New York
Soniya Behrens trained and practised as a hygienist in New York before moving to the UK and now oversees Duo-Lase™ treatment delivery, ensuring consistent clinical application of the protocol across patients. With over 25 years in the dental field, she is closely involved in patient care throughout the treatment course. Verify at gdc-uk.org (GDC 257455).
Dentist - Dentist with a Special Interest in Periodontology
Dr. Georgios Kolaitis
GDC 254508 · BDS (Athens, 2013) · MSc Periodontology (Plymouth University) · PG Certificate (Buckingham University)
Dr. Georgios Kolaitis qualified from the Dental School of Athens in 2013 and went on to complete an MSc in Periodontology at Plymouth University and a postgraduate medical education certificate at Buckingham University. He has been placing dental implants since 2017 following training in Boston, MA, and works across periodontology, implants, and restorative dentistry at the practice. Verify at gdc-uk.org (GDC 254508).
Dentist
Dr. Lior Burg
GDC 84953 · Dr. Med. Dent. · PG Diploma in Oral Surgery, Implantology & Clinical Orthodontics · PG Certificate
Dr. Lior Burg holds Dr. Med. Dent. and a postgraduate diploma in Oral Surgery, Implantology and Clinical Orthodontics, along with extensive training in laser-assisted periodontics and full-mouth rehabilitation. He maintains his practice through evidence-based literature and international hands-on training. Verify at gdc-uk.org (GDC 84953).
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Mimi Chohan Tuft
Receptionist/Duo-Lase Treatment Coordinator
I will be your first point of contact and will ensure all your questions will be answered before booking your consultation.
Having worked in the hospitality industry I have thrived on creating an unforgettable guest experience. I enjoy nothing more than making patients feel comfortable and welcome at the Behrens Dental Practice. I look forward to meeting you.
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Gilette Raffaut
Practice Manager
With over 10 years experience in the dental industry, Gilette has extensive knowledge of CQC regulations and GDC guidelines and ensures that the practice is always compliant.
As our practice manager, one of Gilette’s many roles is the efficient day-to-day running of the practice and supporting the dental team in delivering outstanding patient care and service. Gilette is available to discuss any aspect of patients treatment, finance applications, queries and complaints.
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Prash Vijayan
Receptionist/Duo-Lase Treatment Coordinator
I am one of the periodontal treatment coordinators. You can find me at reception answering calls and queries and will almost always be your first point of contact at the practice.
I enjoy being a periodontal treatment coordinator as I am very passionate about our innovative Duo-Lase Therapy. This is because many patients have often been given a dire prognosis for their gum disease, so it’s a great feeling to give them hope and amazing results
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Ishita Asawa
Hygienist
With a decade’s experience in dentistry Ishita is a dentist, registered as a dental hygienist in the UK. She is a key member of the Duo-Lase team and you will find Ishita to be passionate about oral health and meticulous in her work. She is also capable of keeping her patients at ease by providing extremely friendly, painless treatments and always makes an effort to provide a positive dental experience for them.
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Sajina Maharjan
Hygienist - GDC 309178
Sajina is a dentist, registered as a dental hygienist in the UK. She has extensive knowledge of Duo-Lase and you will find Sajina to be passionate about oral health and meticulous in her work. She is also capable of keeping her patients at ease by providing extremely friendly, painless treatments and always makes an effort to provide a positive dental experience for them.
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Zainab Malik
Hygienist - GDC 311704
I am a passionate dental hygienist dedicated to promoting optimal oral health, who has built up a wealth of experience qualifying from Cardiff University. With Duo-Lase I can help to provide tailored treatments, hygiene and advice that empowers my patients to improve their oral health.
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Emiliana Deda
Head Nurse
I am the head nurse, making sure that Dr Behrens and our clinicians can work as smoothly as possible so our patients can have an excellent experience with the Duo-Lase treatment
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Paulina Kotarba
Hygienist - GDC 246687
I qualified as a Dental Hygienist from Wroclaw in Poland in 2018 and then become fully registered in April 2022. I have been committed to providing high quality dental care, with a particular focus on Oral Health Education. Ensuring patient care and satisfaction is my top priority in my daily practice. I take pride in my ability to make nervous patients feel at ease and I enjoy seeing the transformation we provide with Duo-Lase treatment.
FAQs
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Yes. Every clinician at Duo-Lase™ is registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), the UK's statutory regulator for dentistry. Dr. Ole Behrens (GDC 79056), Dr. Georgios Kolaitis (GDC 254508), Dr. Lior Burg (GDC 84953), and Head Hygienist Soniya Behrens (GDC 257455) can all be verified at gdc-uk.org.
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No. The team consists of GDC-registered dentists, including one with a postgraduate MSc in Periodontology (Dr. Georgios Kolaitis, Plymouth University) and the developer of the Duo-Lase™ protocol (Dr. Ole Behrens, with over 15 years in laser-assisted periodontics). The GDC Specialist Register for Periodontology is a separate designation requiring three years of accredited specialist training and an examination — a different credential to the one our team holds. Our team's distinct credibility comes from developing and refining the Duo-Lase™ protocol itself.
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Dr. Ole Behrens (GDC 79056), our principal dentist, developed the Duo-Lase™ laser gum treatment protocol over more than 15 years of clinical practice in South Kensington, London. It is the only clinic in the UK using this protocol.
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When choosing a periodontics team in London for laser gum treatment, look for: GDC registration (verifiable at gdc-uk.org), demonstrable experience specifically with laser-assisted periodontal therapy (not just general dentistry), postgraduate qualifications in periodontology, transparency about credentials and patient outcomes, and ideally direct training under — or clinical experience with — the specific laser protocol being used. Our team meets each of these criteria for Duo-Lase™: Dr. Behrens developed the protocol over 15+ years and trained every clinician on the team; Dr. Kolaitis holds an MSc in Periodontology from Plymouth University; and the protocol itself is delivered from one clinic in the UK.
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IYes. When booking a consultation, let our treatment coordinators know if you'd like to see a specific member of the clinical team. We'll do our best to accommodate around availability.tem description