Academic:  

• Qualified Birmingham University, 1991 
• Obtained Master of Science research degree at Manchester University, 1995-7
• Completed Fellowship in Dental Surgery at the Edinburgh Royal College of Surgeons in 1997 which enabled me to undertake a 5-year consultant training programme in Sheffield between 1998 and 2003 which was recognised with the:
• specialist FDS (Rest Dent) examination again at the Edinburgh RCS

Specialist in: Prosthodontics, Periodontics, Endodontics & Restorative Dentistry 

General practice: 6 part-time positions in dental practices in Birmingham and Manchester, 1992-2001.

Present positions: Consultant in Restorative Dentistry at Torbay Hospital, Torquay where I work 3 days a week treating patients with Oral Cancer, Cleft Lip and Palate, developmental lack of teeth, traumatic loss of teeth and parts of the jaw bone and medical conditions (such as diabetes) which affect the gums and teeth.  I also see patients who are referred from their dentists to aid diagnosis, treatment planning or undertaking the treatment within the hospital. In addition I also work in a private practice one-day a week in Bournemouth.

Services available at PDP: 

• Advanced Restorative & Implant Dentistry - on referral from your dentist.  This involves the surgical placement of titanium roots (screws) which can then support crowns, bridges and dentures
• Snoring appliances - in conjunction with your doctor or local Respiratory consultant.  These appliances can prevent snoring in patients that snore with or without Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.
• 2nd opinions - for your peace of mind or to help your dentist plan your dental treatment.
• Medico-legal reports - on the request of a Solicitor.