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Meet our Edinburgh team

Dr. Gregor McIntosh

Clinical Lead/Dental Surgeon

BDS(Dund) MFDS RCS(Edin) DipImpDent RCS(Eng)
GDC: 209016

Gregor qualified from the University of Dundee in 2011. Shortly after this he gainedmembership to the Royal college of surgeons in Edinburgh. Gregor has been with theclinic for the last 6 years and is committed to achieving great long term outcomes for his patients.

Gregor has a special interest in implant dentistry. He has completed postgraduate training and is able to place and restore dental implants to replace missing teeth. He is currently a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, International Team for Implantology and holds a Diploma in Dental Implants from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in London.

Gregor is always looking to further his knowledge and regularly attends courses to ensure that he is trained in the most up to date techniques to ensure his patients get the treatment they deserve. He accepts referrals from other dentists and has been involved in dental implant mentoring for the last 3 years.

Outside dentistry, he enjoys all sports including rugby, golf and football. He also likes spending time with family and friends.

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Dr. Arvind Sharma

Dentist

BDS, MSc (Endodontology), MJDF RCS, MFDS RCPS
GDC: 72097

Dr. Arvind Sharma qualified in 1996 from the University of Dundee. Arvind has completed a Master’s degree in Endodontology at the University of Central Lancashire, passing with Merit and has gained membership through examination of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2012 and Glasgow in 2016.

Having worked many years in general practice he has now limited his work to Endodontics providing his services in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Using contemporary equipment, (including a microscope), materials and techniques.

Arvind accepts referrals for all aspects of non-surgical endodontic treatments from first primary treatments to re-treatments and includes management of cases with complex anatomy, sclerosis, open apices, perforation repair and removal/retrieval of fractured posts and separated instruments.

Arvind is committed to education, providing post-graduate lectures and training for NHS Education for Scotland. He is an active member of the British Endodontic Society, The Royal Odonto-Chirurgical Society of Scotland and is a Certified Dentsply Maillefer Trainer.

In addition to his clinical role within the clinic, Dr Sharma will also provide a range of courses for general dental practitioners wishing to enhance their endodontic knowledge and skill.

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Rosa Garcia

Dental Technician

HND Dental Technology, RDT
GDC: 124969

Rosa finished her HND in 2006 in Edinburgh's Telford College. After qualifying with excellent results, she was offered a position at the college itself. She then completed a Vocational Training for Dental Technicians, where she had the opportunity to work alongside patients in Glasgow Dental Hospital.

Following Rosa's development as Dental Technician she worked for Private Dental Laboratory, strengthening her learning in all disciplines in the field. Motivated by her willingness to be trained in the construction of Cosmetics dentures, Rosa started working for a private practice in Fife where she soon stood out for her attention to detail and neat work. In 2013 she moved on to work with Rob and his team of technicians.

Rosa enjoys travelling, in particular going back to see her family in Spain.

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Dr. Paul Devine

Dental Surgeon

BDS(Dund) MFDS RCS(Edin) DipImpDent RCS(Eng)
GDC: 208791

Paul qualified with commendation from the University of Dundee in 2011. He then completed a 2 year postgraduate training which exposed him to a variety of different settings including restorative and paediatric dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, special needs and anxiety management. During this time, he also gained membership to the Royal College of surgeons in Edinburgh.

Paul’s main interest lies in the field of implant dentistry. He has completed postgraduate training and is able to place and restore dental implants to replace missing teeth. He is currently a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, International Team for Implantology and holds a Diploma in Dental Implants from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in London.

Paul travels regularly to attend courses to pursue his passion for postgraduate learning and is pleased to be able to offer these advanced implant and restorative treatments to his patients. He accepts referrals from other dentists and has been involved in dental implant mentoring. In addition to this, Paul has a close relationship with some of the best technicians in Europe and strives to deliver the most aesthetic and long lasting outcome for every case.

Outside of work, Paul has a passion for fitness and travel. He trains regularly in CrossFit and is also interested in powerlifting and Olympic weightlifting.

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Dr. John Clydesdale

Dental Surgeon

BDS (Belf.), MJDF RCSEng MFDS RCSEd DipImpDentRCSEng FFGDP(UK) RCSEng
GDC: 79601

John graduated from Queens University of Belfast, with a distinction in the practice of dentistry in 2001. John then moved to Edinburgh to continue his career and has worked in the Edinburgh area since 2001. Over the years John has pursued an intensive post graduate education completing and passing the required examinations and coursework to become a member of the joint dental faculties of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, as well as a member of the faculty of dental surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

John's main area of interest is implant dentistry and he has completed the Royal College of Surgeons of England implant diploma course; this allows John to provide patients with more complex predictable dental implant treatment. Further to this John completed his fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and is regularly involved with the training and education with teaching of other dentists.

John particularly enjoys providing immediate full arch implants with same day teeth. Dr Clydesdale works closely with other colleagues and he referrals from a number of dentists from Edinburgh, the Lothians and Fife.

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Debbie Sherriff

Dental Nurse

GDC: 240332

Debbie obtained her Level 3 SQV in oral health care dental nursing qualification in 2013 at Dundee. She later completed her Sedation qualification with SAAD (The Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry ) in London in 2014. Radiography qualification in 2016 with the BDA, intravenous cannulation techniques in 2018 as well as completing her qualification in impression taking in 2019. Debbie has 6 years’ experience with complex implant cases, sedation and other areas of specialist dentistry. She thoroughly enjoys Oral Surgery aspect of Dentistry.

Debbie has experience working in NHS/Private/specialist dentistry.

In Debbie's spare time she enjoys the gym, socialising with friends and planning her next adventure to a sunny destination

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Duncan Robertson

Lead Dental Technician

RDT
GDC: 104990

Duncan qualified as a master ceramic technician in 2003 from Edinburgh’s Telford College specialising in fixed prosthodontics and ceramics.

He has over 15 years of experience in the dental industry working in public & private sectors and has also worked as a lecturer at Edinburgh’s Telford College delivering the dental technology course to all levels.

Duncan has a keen interest in aesthetics and porcelain work and continually looks to strengthen his knowledge and skills. He is always looking to learn new techniques and likes to keep up with the latest systems and materials.

Away from work Duncan enjoys climbing mountains, rugby, snowboarding and looking for the next adrenaline rush.

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Jade Ritch

Trainee Dental Technician

GDC: 253842

Jade grew up in the Orkney Islands where she trained as a Dental Nurse. Working in practice since 2012, she has a keen interest in Implant Surgery and restorative dentistry. This interest brought her to Edinburgh in 2016 where began studying Dental Technology.

Jade enjoys being able to learn from our highly trained technicians, and also being able to see the results in surgery.

As Jade is relatively new to Edinburgh, in her spare time she enjoys exploring the city and finding new places to socialise with friends. She also likes to travel back to Orkney to spend time on the family farm.

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Kamila Sipowska

Dental Technician

GDC: 234452

Kamila is qualified and registered with GDC as a Dental Technician after completing her HNC in 2012.

In 2017, she successfully completed a Straumann Bespoke Overdenture course that allowed her to become a Straumann Platinum Dental Technician.

Her aim is to produce work of the highest standard and to build up a strong knowledge in the digital dental field. She also has a particular interest in implant retained hybrids bars and overdentures.

When Kamila is not in Laboratory, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends and loves to travel.

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Elizabeth (Libby) Hendry

Dental Hygienist RDH

GDC: 2011

Libby qualified as a Dental Hygienist from Dundee Dental Hospital in 1980.

She has worked in many different environments, charity and military hospital, NHS and private practices in various countries and cities. Saudi Arabia, Germany, Russia, London and Edinburgh.

She has plenty of experience in the dental field due to her maturity but strives to always be well informed by attending many Dental course.

She continues to work because she loves what she does.

In her down time she enjoys time with her daughter and Portuguese Water Dog.

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Colette Ballantyne

Dental Hygienist

GDC: 5598

Colette Ballantyne, our registered dental hygienist, qualified at Edinburgh Dental Institute in 1999. Since then, Colette has acquired extensive hygiene experience in some of the best private dental practices in Glasgow & Edinburgh.

Her mantra is to promote the highest standards of dental hygiene with an outstanding service ethos. Her calm and friendly manner puts anxious patients fully at ease. She works hard to motivate her dental patients to strive for excellence in dental hygiene and educates patients on how to maintain their Dental Implants and helps them to help combat common dental problems tooth staining and bad breath.

She will also help prevent gum disease, which affects a huge proportion of the population and, if left unattended, is the biggest single cause of tooth loss. They provide an invaluable preventative service to help ensure your teeth and gums remain strong and healthy for life. Colette is also very experienced in tooth whitening and has up-to-date knowledge of the latest teeth whitening products and dental whitening techniques.

Colette’s greatest satisfaction is achieving a beautiful, bright smile for her patients, and giving them back their confidence to ultimately boost their self-esteem and general wellbeing.

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Lauren Griffin

Registered Dental Nurse

GDC: 246644

Lauren obtained her National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN in 2013, she has continued to develop her skills over the years, gaining another qualification in Radiology and currently working towards her Sedation qualification.  Lauren began working at New Life Teeth in September 2019 and is a skilled endodontic and implant nurse.

In her spare time she enjoys playing and walking her new boxer puppy Stella!

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Alison Hercus

Dental Nurse

GDC: 247626

Alison obtained her National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN in 2013 at Edinburgh’s Telford College. She joined the practice in 2019 as a Dental Nurse and has since taken on more of an administrative role including accounts management which she has discovered a passion for.

Outside of work Alison enjoys socialising with friends, cooking, reading and going on trips away, both home and abroad.

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Claire McNeill

Practice Manager

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Claire is our Practice Manager here at New Life Teeth in Edinburgh.

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Kayleigh Robinson

Treatment Coordinator

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Dr Karen Mitchell

Dentist

BDS(Hons) MFDS RCSEd
GDC: 247626

Karen qualified from the Glasgow Dental school in 2013. She completed her postgraduate training year in Dunfermline before moving to Edinburgh. She has since completed a diploma for the membership of dental surgery at the Royal college of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2016 and has recently finished an MSc in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Birmingham.

After completing her post graduate degrees and numerous training courses, Karen’s passion within dentistry is cosmetic and restorative dentistry. She aims to enhance patients smiles, improving function and aesthetics. Karen’s aim is to make her patients have a smile they are proud of. She particularly enjoys full mouth rehabilitations and smile makeovers, where the patients entire dentition can be treated, restored and maintained.

Karen has been a full Invisalign provider since 2017, she has carried out multiple cases and often includes aligning teeth as part of a treatment plan. This could be before further restorative work or before dental implant treatment. Along with restorative and cosmetic dentistry, Karen provides anti-wrinkle injections treatment for gummy smiles and treatment of jaw pain and TMD using Botox injections.

Outside of work she enjoys socialising with friends and family, yoga, travel and the occasional round of golf.

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Chloe Jenkins

Dental Nurse

GDC: 302309

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Jordan Stewart

Dental Nurse

GDC: 267206

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Mairi Ross

Dental Nurse

GDC: 243678

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Meet our Belfast team

Dr. Stuart Lutton

Dental Implant Surgeon

BDS MJDF MSc Implant Dentistry
GDC: 77775

Stuart qualified from Sheffield University in 2000 and has practised in Edinburgh and Belfast since then.

Stuart has a particular focus on dental implants and specifically the ground-breaking full arch dental implant procedure (often referred to as ‘All on4’ or ‘Same Day Teeth’). He was awarded a Masters degree in Implantology in 2012 under the personal tutelage of Professor Edward Lynch - one of the most highly respected names in UK dentistry and head of dentistry at the University of Warwick.

In 2017 Stuart opened a new practice in Belfast. His practice is limited to implant dentistry and he now splits his time between the state-of-the-art clinics in Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin and Manchester.

Stuart is a member of the UK ADI Association of Dental Implantology; he has a close professional link with the leading national and international implant surgeons. Away from the practice, Stuart is married to Yasmin and has a young family that keeps him busy outside work.

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Dr. Mark Tarpey

Dental Implant Surgeon

BDS(QUB) DipImpDent (Adv Cert) RCS (Eng)
GDC: 85940

Mark qualified from Queens University Belfast in 2005, where he was awarded the John Malone medal for best performance in Conservative Dentistry in his final year exams. Since then, he has worked in the Belfast area providing general dental care, but with a special interest in implant dentistry. 

Mark has studied throughout the UK and Europe to further his knowledge and skills in the field of implant dentistry and aims to incorporate the most up-to-date techniques and technologies to ensure his patients are provided with the best possible care. Mark has been awarded the prestigious Diploma in Implant Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons of England, passing his exams with the additional Advanced Certificate, allowing him to treat more advanced cases. 

Mark is a member of the UK Association of Dental Implantology and helps to mentor local dentists beginning their journeys into implant dentistry. He joined the New Life Teeth team in March 2017 and is delighted to be able to provide implant-based solutions for patients. 

As a member of the Royal Lifesaving Society, Mark has represented Northern Ireland at the Commonwealth Lifesaving Games in 2006. When he has free time from looking after young family, Mark enjoys running, playing football and golf, as well as growing his own fruit and vegetables.

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Dr. Tom Murphy

Dental Implant Surgeon and Cosmetic Dentist

BDS(QUB) MFDS (RCPSGlasg) PGCertClinEd (QUB)
GDC: 277589

Dr Tom Murphy graduated from Queen’s University Belfast in2018. He has worked as a general dentist in Liverpool, as well as pursuing extensive postgraduate training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Aintree Hospital Liverpool, and more locally the Ulster Hospital and Altnagelvin Hospital. Dr Murphy is skilled in managing dental abscesses, dento-alveolar and facial trauma, and is experienced in oral medicine and oral surgery. Whilst working in Altnagelvin Hospital Dr Murphy also worked within the Orthodontic Department, working closely with the Consultant Orthodontist, gaining experience in diagnosing orthodontic malocclusions and treatment planning their care. These additional skills have allowed Tom to become a confident Invisalign provider. 

Dr Murphy strives to deliver the highest standards in both aesthetic and surgical dentistry and is currently working towards his Master’s in Dental Implantology. On completion of this he will have one of the most prestigious qualifications available in the field of dental implantology. 

Dr Murphy is very passionate about delivering both high quality cosmetic dentistry as well as minimally invasive dentistry. He aims to provide this in all aspects of his care – from simple fillings to smile transformations. 

Dr Murphy enjoys taking time with his patients to build up their confidence and explore all possible treatment options, ensuring that his patients experience the highest level of care possible. For those patients who are more anxious, Tom is an experienced provider of conscious inhalation and intravenous sedation. He looks forward to meeting you!

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Dr. Jonny Corkey

Dental Implant Surgeon and Cosmetic Dentist

BDS (QUB 2015)
GDC: 257733

Jonny graduated from Queens University Belfast in 2015 and since then has pursued extensive postgraduate training. This included time spent within hospital settings where he gained experience in maxillofacial surgery, oral surgery and oral medicine.  He is currently working towards his postgraduate diploma in implant dentistry with the Royal College of Surgeons.

Creating world-class aesthetic smile transformations is the main focus of Jonny’s work and includes the use of dental implants, veneers, Invisalign and composite bonding. He also is able to incorporate digital smile design into the planning of cases to provide patients with the highest quality care along with the most predictable outcomes. In addition Jonny is qualified in providing a range of conscious sedation options for patients who are particularly anxious or may be undergoing more extensive treatments.

Giving patients a smile they can be confident with is the driving force behind the smile transformations Jonny undertakes. This is carried out in a friendly and relaxed manner where all options and possibilities are discussed with the patient in detail before embarking on any treatment. Jonny believes patient input in all decisions whether just a simple restoration right up to full mouth rehabilitation creates confidence in patients to go for the smile they truly deserve.

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Dr Lee Stewart

Dental Implant Surgeon and Cosmetic Dentist

GDC 270589

Lee graduated from Dundee University in 2017. Lee has worked as a General Dentist in both Dundee and Glasgow before returning to work in NI. He has a special interest in restorative and implant dentistry. Lee is currently completing a Masters in Dental Implantology with the Institute of Clinical Excellence in Manchester. He provides a range of dental treatments.

He also prides himself on his passion to deliver excellent patient care and helping
nervous patients. Lee likes to discuss all options of treatment with his patients prior to embarking on any course of treatment.

Lee has completed multiple courses to ensure he has an up-to-date approach to dentistry. He is Invisalign Go qualified and has training in Dental Sedation.

Outside of work Lee enjoys playing football, golfing and travelling. He is looking forward to looking after you at New Life Teeth.

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Dr Samaan James Vahid-Assr

Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist

GDC: 279637

Samaan joined the team at New Life Teeth in 2021.Having studied between Liverpool and Riga, Samaan holds degrees’ in both dentistry & biomedical sciences.

‍Since graduation Samaan has focused on cosmetic, restorative & implant dentistry. This is reflected by his completion of the world-renowned, Dr Chris Orr, Cosmetic & Aesthetic Restorative dentistry course in London.

Samaan is a firm believer in minimally invasive dentistry, always ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care. As one of the largest Invisalign providers in Northern Ireland, Samaan utilizes Invisalign to align adult teeth and supplement minimally invasive smile makeovers. Furthering his expertise in this area he is currently completing a diploma is Orthodontics & Clear Aligner Therapy at the City of London Dental School.

Outside of dentistry Samaan enjoys CrossFit, travelling, live music and spending time with family & friends.

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Dr Murray Smith

Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist

BDS
GDC: 279637

Murray Graduated with honours from the University of Dundee in 2014, and has since completed the Tipton Academy one year certificate in Restorative Dentistry. He is passionate about Invisalign and composite bonding, and has shown great enthusiasm to invest in his professional development to bring the most modern and minimally invasive techniques to his patients. He regularly attends dental study clubs and courses to be continually up to date with his knowledge.

Murray's focus is on providing excellent dental care to his patients, with the intent of treating all of his patients the way he would want to be treated himself and how he would like his family to be treated. Whether your desire is to achieve health or to improve your smile, Murray will take the time to listen to your concerns and discuss all of the options available to achieve your goals.

“I really enjoy helping my patients achieve healthy beautiful smiles, using minimally invasive techniques to create smiles that last.”

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Dr Richard Morrison

Restorative, Implant & Cosmetic dentist

BDS (QUB) PGCert (Restorative Dentistry)
GDC 257719

Richard graduated from Queens University in 2015 and has completed further qualifications in restorative dentistry. He is now working towards his post graduate Diploma in Implant Prosthodontics in London. He is experienced in general dentistry, complex restorative work as well as implant and cosmetic dentistry, providing comprehensive care for his patients. Richard enjoys restoring broken down teeth and replacing missing teeth to give a functional bite and confident smile. His relaxed and gentle manner ensure patients are put at ease.

Outside of dentistry Richard enjoys spending time with his young family. He has a passion for travelling and exploring new cultures, and has been learning Mandarin Chinese over the past few years.

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Dr Chris McAuley

Restorative & Cosmetic dentist

BDS (QUB)
GDC 277664

Chris graduated from Queen's University in 2018, he has a special interest in aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry and is currently completing a postgraduate diploma in aesthetic restorative dentistry. Chris provides a full range of dental treatments including composite bonding, veneers and Invisalign. Chris has completed multiple cosmetic composite bonding courses and is Invisalign Go qualified. He is looking forward to creating healthy, beautiful smiles at New Life Teeth.

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Dr. Cathy Robinson

Dentist and Business & Team Development

BDS (QUB) 1999
GDC: 76503

Cathy joined the New Life Teeth team in 2019. She has over 2 decades of experience as a private general and cosmetic dentist, as well as a clinical and dental business management coach.

Cathy is an integral part of our preventative dental hygiene program, which supports our unique implant warranty maintenance plan.

Additionally you may encounter her touching base with you and making sure your treatment is going according to plan.

Her passion for delivery of high-end dental services fits perfectly with the ethos of New Life Teeth. She is an avid dental educator and will be with you every step of the way through your smile transformation.

Cathy’s commitment to maintaining dental excellence at New Life Teeth keeps our team performing at its best, and keeps us striving for and achieving the top class standards we are renowned for.

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Lisa McKinstry

Practice Manager

GDC: 240577

Lisa gained her dental nursing qualification in 2012 and joined New Life Teeth in Feb 2017 as lead dental nurse. Since then her role has developed into that of Treatment Coordinator. 

Lisa’s wealth of experience in dentistry means she is perfectly placed to discuss patient’s treatment plans and help answer any questions or alleviate any concerns they may have. Her warm and welcoming demeanour makes our patients feel instantly at home when they meet her.  

Lisa has a young family which keeps her busy outside of work but in what limited spare time she has, she enjoys socialising with friends.

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Natasha Buchanan

Lead Dental Nurse

GDC: 276877

Natasha has been in dentistry since 2017 and is our lead dental nurse.  She coordinates the nursing team to ensure a smooth journey for our patients at NLT. She has completed her IV sedation course and has a keen interest in the surgical side of dentistry.
In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her friends and family and going on family days out with her young family.

In her spare time, Natasha enjoys makeup artistry and spending time with her friends and family.

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Guaci Martel

Hygienist

GDC: 265907

Guaci is originally from Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain.

Guaci has many years of experience working in the dental field as a dental nurse and as part of the front desk personnel.  Her passion for dentistry gives her the ability to administer high quality dental care, and her kind and caring personality will make your dental visit a very pleasant experience.

In her spare time, Guaci loves to spend time with family and friends. She also enjoys travelling, particularly going back to see her family in Spain.

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Jemma Smith

Dental Nurse

GDC: 294800

Jemma has been in the dental industry for 3 years & qualified in 2021 as a dental nurse. Prior to joining NLT, she gained valuable experience working in a busy NHS practice throughout the pandemic. She loves helping patients transform their smiles by both cosmetic and implant treatments.

Her kind and friendly personality helps make our patients' dental experience easier.

Outside of work she enjoys spending time with friends, family, keeping active at the gym & walking.

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Jolene Dobbs

Lab co-ordinator/Trainee Dental Technician/Qualified Dental Nurse

GDC: 271190

Jolene has been working in dentistry for nearly 10 years, in both the NHS & Private dental sectors.

She joined the New Life Teeth Team in 2020 and is continually developing and expanding her skillset with the high end digital and 3-D printing technology used here at the practice. Jolene's organisational skills and her understanding of both the clinical and lab interface means that the  communication between our clinicians and technicians is always paramount.

In her spare time she enjoys keeping fit and socialising with family and friends.

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Clair Mclean

Dental Ceramist

Clair joined the New Life Teeth Team in 2019. She has 25years experience as a dental ceramist, and has previously owned and managed her own dental laboratory. She has a special interest in aesthetic cases and enjoys consulting face to face with patients to discuss their expectations. Her eye for attention to detail means that our patients’ new smiles are exactly what they are hoping for. 

Clair is also an accredited Counsellor and in her spare timeworks in the voluntary sector providing counselling to the community.

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Nicole Evans

Decontamination Manager

Nicole has worked in dentistry since 2011 and is our decontamination manager. Her day to day role is to ensure all sterilisation processes at NLT meet and exceed the rigorous HTM01-05 infection control protocol. Nicole is a key member of our team. 

Outside of dentistry she enjoys meeting up with friends, going to the cinema and walking.

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Sarah Adams

Operations Manager

GDC: 207537

Sarah has worked in the dental industry for over a decade and brings a wealth of knowledge to New Life Teeth. She is one of the original team members involved in setting up the clinic and her experience in people and patient management is pivotal to the success of New Life Teeth. Sarah will likely be part of your journey through the clinic at all stages - her passion to provide top-class care to all our patients is key to the reputation for excellence that NLT is known for.

In her spare time, she enjoys walking her dog, horse-riding and socialising with friends!

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Jennifer Frazer

Patient Coordinator

GDC: 240577

Jenny joined us in 2020 and comes from a highly experienced background in hospitality and customer service. She has discovered she has a real passion and interest in dental health care and is one of the first members of our team you will encounter when you make contact with the clinic. 

Jenny liaises with all our team to ensure you get the best care possible at all times, and her attention to customer care and detail at New Life Teeth ensures our patients feel they have all the support they need. 

Jenny loves animals, especially dogs, and enjoys spending time with her family in the North Coast. Her little granddaughter is a frequent visitor to the clinic to show us her beautiful smiles!

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Kylie Wilson

Patient Coordinator

Kylie is a graduate in politics and criminology - her previous experience in hospitality management, coupled with her enthusiasm to assist our patients achieve the best treatment they deserve, makes her a familiar part of all our patients’ journey:

Kylie has been an integral part of New Life Teeth since 2018 and is your liaison during the your journey through New Life Teeth.

She has a daughter in further education and enjoys travelling, concerts and spending time with friends.

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Yasmin Lutton

Practice Director

Yasmin is our Practice Director at New Life Teeth in Belfast.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

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Conor Gregory

Dental Technician

RDT
GDC: 247772

After gaining his Dental Technology qualification from The Royal School of Dentistry, Conor began his New Life Teeth career in 2017 where he now works alongside his Teeth Forever Lab colleagues. Using the latest Zirkonzhan CadCam and Facehunter technology, he helps provide patients the smile they want.

Conor works closely with our implant patients to ensure the overall appearance of their transformed smile is exactly what they are looking for.

In his spare time Conor keeps active playing Gaelic Football for Liatroim Fontenoys, travelling and socialising with friends and family.

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David Caulfield

Registered Dental Technician

GDC: 147713

David is the manager of Teeth Forever Lab, our very own state-of-the-art, in-house laboratory.  He is a GDC registered dental technician and a council member of the Dental Technologists Association.

Before joining the New Life Teeth Team David spent 13 years working as a technician specialising in removable partial dentures.

David has a keen interest in implant restorations, specialising in All on X.  He is passionate about creating high end aesthetic and functional solutions for our patients. David loves to identify new and innovative techniques to incorporate into the workflow in the lab, thus ensuring our patients achieve the best possible result for their individual situation and preference.

David's young family keeps him busy when he's not in the lab.

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Jill Mulholland

Dental Hygienist

RDH QUB 2007
GDC: 114692

Jill graduated from Queens University Belfast in 2007 and received the LM Award for Student of the Year.

She is extremely passionate about improving the oral health of NLT patients and firmly believes that prevention is key. She works closely with our team of dentists to ensure our patients receive the best treatment possible.

Her aim is to educate and equip patients with the knowledge and understanding to maintain their perfect smile and oral health.

Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children, socialising with friends and baking.

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GDC: 114692

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Meet our Dublin team

Dr. Stuart Lutton

Dental Implant Surgeon

BDS MJDF MSc Implant Dentistry
IDC: 3720

Stuart qualified from Sheffield University in 2000 and has practised in Edinburgh and Belfast since then.

Stuart has a particular focus on dental implants and specifically the ground-breaking full arch dental implant procedure (often referred to as ‘All on4’ or ‘Same Day Teeth’). He was awarded a Masters degree in Implantology in 2012 under the personal tutelage of Professor Edward Lynch - one of the most highly respected names in UK dentistry and head of dentistry at the University of Warwick.

In 2017 Stuart opened a new practice in Belfast. His practice is limited to implant dentistry and he now splits his time between the state-of-the-art clinics in Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin and Manchester.

Stuart is a member of the UK ADI Association of Dental Implantology; he has a close professional link with the leading national and international implant surgeons. Away from the practice, Stuart is married to Yasmin and has a young family that keeps him busy outside work.

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Dr. Tom Murphy

Dental Implant Surgeon and Cosmetic Dentist

BDS(QUB) MFDS (RCPSGlasg) PGCertClinEd (QUB)
IDC: 13420

Dr Tom Murphy graduated from Queen’s University Belfast in2018. He has worked as a general dentist in Liverpool, as well as pursuing extensive postgraduate training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Aintree Hospital Liverpool, and more locally the Ulster Hospital and Altnagelvin Hospital. Dr Murphy is skilled in managing dental abscesses, dento-alveolar and facial trauma, and is experienced in oral medicine and oral surgery. Whilst working in Altnagelvin Hospital Dr Murphy also worked within the Orthodontic Department, working closely with the Consultant Orthodontist, gaining experience in diagnosing orthodontic malocclusions and treatment planning their care. These additional skills have allowed Tom to become a confident Invisalign provider. 

Dr Murphy strives to deliver the highest standards in both aesthetic and surgical dentistry and is currently working towards his Master’s in Dental Implantology. On completion of this he will have one of the most prestigious qualifications available in the field of dental implantology. 

Dr Murphy is very passionate about delivering both high quality cosmetic dentistry as well as minimally invasive dentistry. He aims to provide this in all aspects of his care – from simple fillings to smile transformations. 

Dr Murphy enjoys taking time with his patients to build up their confidence and explore all possible treatment options, ensuring that his patients experience the highest level of care possible. For those patients who are more anxious, Tom is an experienced provider of conscious inhalation and intravenous sedation. He looks forward to meeting you!

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Dr Lee Stewart

Dental Implant Surgeon and Cosmetic Dentist

IDC 21022

Lee graduated from Dundee University in 2017. Lee has worked as a General Dentist in both Dundee and Glasgow before returning to work in NI. He has a special interest in restorative and implant dentistry. Lee is currently completing a Masters in Dental Implantology with the Institute of Clinical Excellence in Manchester. He provides a range of dental treatments.

He also prides himself on his passion to deliver excellent patient care and helping nervous patients. Lee likes to discuss all options of treatment with his patients prior to embarking on any course of treatment.

Lee has completed multiple courses to ensure he has an up-to-date approach to dentistry. He is Invisalign Go qualified and has training in Dental Sedation.

Outside of work Lee enjoys playing football, golfing and travelling. He is looking forward to looking after you at New Life Teeth.

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Dr. Wilson Grigolli

Specialist Oral Surgeon and Dental Implants Surgeon

IDC 21022

Dr. Grigolli has an extraordinary level of qualifications, combined with over 25 years of advanced clinical experience in Implant work and complex dental rehabilitations. Dr. Wilson is one of the few specialists in the world who worked with Professor Branemark – inventor of the science of the very first dental implants.

Dr Grigolli has placed over 30,000 dental implants over his professional career. He is one of very few dentists in the world skilled at placing zygomatic implants. This level of experience is unparalleled in Ireland.

Dr. Grigolli is also a very calm and gentle clinician and likes to take the time to get to know his patients, and their hopes for their treatment.He originally qualified in dentistry in the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil in 1989, followed by obtaining Specialist status in periodontology,  and Specialist status in Oral Implantology.

Following relocation to Lisbon Dr. Grigolli completed a doctorate of Medical Dentistry and also gained recognition from the University of Lisbon as a Specialist in Implantology.  

Dr. Grigolli has been recognised as Professor of the University of Sao Paulo, and Professor of Post-graduate studies of the University of Lisbon and he lectures on dental implants internationally.

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Dr. Shahin Najr

Dental Implant Surgeon and Cosmetic Dentist

IDC 17915

Dr. Shahin Naji-Esfahani Graduated from Simon Fraser University with Bachelor of Sciences in the field of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry in 2009.  His thirst in the medical field and specifically dentistry forced him to move from Canada to Europe and study in one of the finest institutes. He graduated as Doctor of Medical Dentistry in 2015 from Semmelweis university as an honourable graduate.

He made the permanent move Ireland in early 2017 to achieve his goals and develop more in his area of expertise. In 2019 he obtained a post graduate certificate from ADS in cosmetic dentistry and has fulfilled multiple advance courses in composite bonding and restorative dentistry. In 2019 he joined the fixed and removable prosthodontist's program at King’s Collage London to obtain his specialist degree

He is very passionate about:

Restorative dentistry, Fixed and removable prosthodontics, Cosmetic dentistry, smile reconstructions and Jaw rehabilitations and occlusion re-construction, and Facial cosmetic treatments.

Dr. Shahin is a kind caring dentist who makes you feel at ease as soon as you sit on the chair.  He will listen to your concerns with care and empathy and will provide you with all options to suit your needs.   He is very calm and willing to answer every question you may have concerning your treatment plan.

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Marta Polgroszek

Hygienist

IDC 32RDH2023

Marta, originally from Poland, has been working in the Dental industry since 2005. Marta qualified as a Dental Hygienist in Krakow Medical College in 2005 and spent a number of years treating patients in Poland before moving to Ireland.

Marta is now a registered Dental Hygienist with the Irish Dental Council. Since graduating Marta has gained experience in both Poland and Ireland in General and Specialist practices.

Marta enjoys continuing to develop her knowledge and skills by attending a variety of courses tailored to help her provide the highest standard of care to her patients. Marta is very passionate about ensuring our patients have a great experience during their dental journey with us.

She has a very kind and caring nature that really helps our patients experience. In Marta's spare time she loved to take long walks and spend time with family and friends. She also has a keen interest in travelling and loves to visit new places.

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Jennifer Archbold

Practice Manager

Jennifer has worked within the Dental industry for the last 14 years and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the New Life Team.

Jennifer will ensure we are following every guideline under current Dental and Radiological Legislations, ensuring you have a safe and positive experience with us.

She is very passionate about ensuring that we provide the best possible experience for our patients during their New Life Teeth journey.

She has exceptional communication skills and is keen to develop strong, lasting relationships with the New Life Team and our patients. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her Husband, two young children and socialising with family & friends.

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Shannon Ryan

Assistant Practice Manager & TCO

Over the last seven years Shannon has gained valuable experience in numerous roles within the Dental industry, from Dental Nurse through to Patient and Treatment Coordinator roles.

Shannon will be one of the first friendly faces you will meet at our Dublin Practice. She is very passionate about ensuring she provides our patients with all of the information and support they will need to ensure they have an excellent journey with us.

Shannon has remarkable drive and passion for patient care which makes her the perfect fit for our team. In her spare time, Shannon enjoys travelling, spending time with her family and friends.

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Megan Ibe

Lead Dental Nurse

RDN 2022

Megan is a qualified dental nurse who has over 7 years experience. She is registered with the Irish Dental Council. Megan is very keen to expand her knowledge and has gained her qualifications in Dental Radiography and is currently working towards her NEBDN IV Sedation course qualification.

Megan's warmth and caring nature will help even our most nervous patients along their journey to their perfect smile. Megan has a keen interest in Dental Implants and Cosmetic Dentistry.

Getting to see, first hand, the positive effects a smile transformation can have on our patients lives is the best part of her job. In her spare time Megan enjoys spending time with friends and family and has a keen interest in cooking.

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Jane Mooney

Dental Nurse

RDN 2216

Jane is a qualified Dental Nurse with many years of experience in the Dental field. She is part of the Dental Nursing team and also as part of our Front Desk Team.

Jane is very passionate about ensuring she provides the highest level of patient care and her kind and caring personality helps to ensure a smooth journey for our patients.

Jane is currently enrolled in the NEBDN IV Sedation course and is keen to expand her knowledge with further development and training courses in the future. In her spare time Jane enjoys spending time with her partner, family and friends and her rescue dog Lottie.

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Meet our Manchester team

Dr. Stuart Lutton

Dental Implant Surgeon

BDS MJDF MSc Implant Dentistry
GDC: 77775

Stuart qualified from Sheffield University in 2000 and has practised in Edinburgh and Belfast since then.

Stuart has a particular focus on dental implants and specifically the ground-breaking full arch dental implant procedure (often referred to as ‘All on4’ or ‘Same Day Teeth’). He was awarded a Masters degree in Implantology in 2012 under the personal tutelage of Professor Edward Lynch - one of the most highly respected names in UK dentistry and head of dentistry at the University of Warwick.

In 2017 Stuart opened a new practice in Belfast. His practice is limited to implant dentistry and he now splits his time between the state-of-the-art clinics in Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin and Manchester.

Stuart is a member of the UK ADI Association of Dental Implantology; he has a close professional link with the leading national and international implant surgeons. Away from the practice, Stuart is married to Yasmin and has a young family that keeps him busy outside work.

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Dr. Jonny Corkey

Dental Implant Surgeon and Cosmetic Dentist

BDS (QUB 2015)
GDC: 257733

Jonny graduated from Queens University Belfast in 2015 and since then has pursued extensive postgraduate training. This included time spent within hospital settings where he gained experience in maxillofacial surgery, oral surgery and oral medicine.  He is currently working towards his postgraduate diploma in implant dentistry with the Royal College of Surgeons.

Creating world-class aesthetic smile transformations is the main focus of Jonny’s work and includes the use of dental implants, veneers, Invisalign and composite bonding. He also is able to incorporate digital smile design into the planning of cases to provide patients with the highest quality care along with the most predictable outcomes. In addition Jonny is qualified in providing a range of conscious sedation options for patients who are particularly anxious or may be undergoing more extensive treatments.

Giving patients a smile they can be confident with is the driving force behind the smile transformations Jonny undertakes. This is carried out in a friendly and relaxed manner where all options and possibilities are discussed with the patient in detail before embarking on any treatment. Jonny believes patient input in all decisions whether just a simple restoration right up to full mouth rehabilitation creates confidence in patients to go for the smile they truly deserve.

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Dr Samaan James Vahid-Assr

Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist

GDC: 279637

Samaan joined the team at New Life Teeth in 2021.Having studied between Liverpool and Riga, Samaan holds degrees’ in both dentistry & biomedical sciences.

‍Since graduation Samaan has focused on cosmetic, restorative & implant dentistry. This is reflected by his completion of the world-renowned, Dr Chris Orr, Cosmetic & Aesthetic Restorative dentistry course in London.

Samaan is a firm believer in minimally invasive dentistry, always ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care. As one of the largest Invisalign providers in Northern Ireland, Samaan utilizes Invisalign to align adult teeth and supplement minimally invasive smile makeovers. Furthering his expertise in this area he is currently completing a diploma is Orthodontics & Clear Aligner Therapy at the City of London Dental School.

Outside of dentistry Samaan enjoys CrossFit, travelling, live music and spending time with family & friends.

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Kirsty McGarvey

Practice Manager

GDC: 251122

Kirsty’s dental career began in 2014 and she has worked in multiple roles within dentistry. Kirsty is a qualified dental nurse so you are as likely to meet her in the dental surgery as greeting you as part of our front of house team. Kirsty’s warmth and empathy helps even our most nervous patients feel they can achieve the smile they are looking for, and she finds it rewarding to see happy patients at the end of their treatments beaming from ear to ear. 

Outside of dentistry Kirsty loves to go horse riding in her free time, when not catching up with her friends and family.

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Jasmine Nightingale

Dental Nurse

GDC: 304725

Jasmine began her dental nursing career in 2019 working in a busy NHS practice. Since then, she went on to qualify in 2021 and then moved into the world of private dentistry in her home place of Yorkshire.

Jasmine says: "Working with New Life Teeth is a step up in the dentistry world and I'm already excited for the future and the many teeth transformation journeys I'll have the pleasure of working on!

In my spare time I love spending time with my friends, exploring the city and movie nights with my housemates."

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Qudsia Lodhi

Dental Nurse

GDC: 301003

Qudsia has been qualified as a dental nurse for 2 years. She received her NEBDN diploma in dental nursing in 2021 in Manchester. Prior to dental nursing, she has gained valuable experience interacting with patients after she studied for a degree in pharmacy at university. She loves the patient interaction and witnessing the transformation in the patients’ smiles.

Her passionate and caring nature allows the patients to feel at ease during the treatment.
In her spare time she does martial arts such as kickboxing and loves travelling to new places.

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Meet our London team

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