John Groombridge B.D.S
GDC Reg No. 44119 The Chairman of 543 Dental Centre graduated from Newcastle University in 1970 and returned to his home town after qualifying. He sits on the Local Dental Committee and various other dental forums and is a member of the British Dental Association. With his in depth knowledge in paediatric dentistry he was recently consulted and gave a paper on the future of paediatric dentistry under general anaesthesia in Scotland, which led to the latest regulations for Scotland. His special interests are oral medicine and dentures. Outside work his main interest are anything sports related, in particular golf and tennis. Until March 2008 John Groombridge was the Clinical Director of 543 Dental Centre.
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David Ward B.D.S. M.B.A.
GDC Reg No. 61783 David qualified from Sheffield University in 1986 and worked at 543 Dental Centre for 10 years as an associate. In 1996, left 543 to run his own practice in the Sheffield area while still working for 543 on a part-time basis, carrying out oral surgery under sedation and as part of the Paediatric General Anaesthesia team at Hull Royal Infirmary. His hobbies include following cricket and gardening. David has been a non-executive director of 543 Dental Centre Limited since 31st October 2006. In March 2008 he was appointed Clinical Director.
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Dr Mahendra S. Bagur B.D.S. F.D.S. R.C.S. Edinburgh
GDC Reg No. 84497
Mahendra graduated from the Government Dental College and Hospital, Bangalore University in 1991. He then joined the oral surgery department, specialising in Prosthodontics in the capacity of demonstrator and tutor for 3 years. In 1995 Mahendra entered the SDM College-Dharward Institute and selected Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery as his speciality. In 1998 Mahendra came to the UK and secured his FDS RCS from Edinburgh in 1999. In November 2004 Mahendra was appointed to the status of specialist in Surgical Dentistry and is a member of the Association of Dental Implantologists UK. Mahendra will commence work at 543 Dental Centre on 7th August 2006.
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Victoria Bell B.Ch.D Leeds
GDC Reg No.113819
Victoria graduated on 20th July 2007 from the Leeds Dental Institute and is now carrying out her one year vocational training at 543 Dental Centre. Victoria gained a distinction for restorative dentistry. Outside work she enjoys travelling, playing the piano, skiing and scuba diving. Victoria is from the local area and before univsersity studied at Hymer College.
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David Bakhshi D.D.S. Tandlakare, Gothenburg
GDC Reg No. 72163 Graduated in 1993 and emigrated to this country in 1995. Special dental interests in all aspects of white dental restoration. In particular David is interested in cosmetic dentistry and has helped previous patients in transforming their smile using a full range of cosmetic treatments. Outside of work David spends most of his spare time in Manchester at weekends. David enjoys, going to the gym, playing the piano and travelling extensively.
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Emily Clague B.Ch.D Leeds
GDC Reg No. 103778
Emily graduated in July 2006 and is now a full time associate at 543 Dental Centre. Outside work Emily likes to travel, go to the gym and read. Emily is from Hull and East Yorkshire and before university studied at South Hunsley School.
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Bjorn Fornander D.D.S. Tandlakare, Gothenburg
GDC Reg No. 72437 Graduated in 1978. After 18 years of practice in Sweden he joined 543 Dental Centre. He is married with 4 daughters. Bjorn likes doing full mouth rehabilitations using benchmark techniques, like all ceramic Lava crowns and flexible Valplast dentures. He is the advisor to the practice on the latest materials and techniques and is an approved vocational trainer for the Yorkshire Deanery. Bjorn is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (http://www.aacd.com/). His interests include music, skiing, ice hockey and good food.
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Jamie Harrison B.D.S.
GDC Reg No. 104292 Jamie was educated locally at Hymers College in Hull. He graduated from the University of Newcastle Dental School in 2006 and subsequently joined 543 Dental Centre in August of that year. Whilst working at 543 Jamie has developed a strong philosophy in preventative dental care. He is a member of both the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (https://www.aacd.com) and the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (https://www.bacd.com) which are two leading organisations in this field. Jamie recently completed Phase 1 of Ultimate Occlusion by The Hornbrook Group who are internationally recognised leaders in the advancement of cosmetic dentistry.
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Sam Mohamed B.C.h.D Sheffield, DUI Lillie, France
GDC Reg No. 71162
Mr. H. S. Mohamed, known to many regular patients just as "Sam," graduated as a dentist in 1986. He is also a highly trained dental implant surgeon, who has trained with some of the world leaders in Implant dentistry. In June 2006 Sam joined with 543 Dental Centre in providing implants to those who clinically require them in Hull and East Yorkshire, forming an excellent team with Bjorn Fornander. Together they are able to provide a modern and comprehensive service that concentrates on the patient's specific needs and offer a wide range of choices. The team's philosophy is that they listen and provide a solution that's right for you. Sam is married with 3 children. His interests are running, scuber diving and swiming.
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Rod Park B.Ch.D, L.D.S
GDC Reg No. 39293 Graduated from Leeds Dental School in 1964, looks after the Domiciliary and Home Service specialising in dentures.Outside of work Rod enjoys playing bridge, swimming and travel.
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Payman Shahipassand D.D.S. Tandlakare, Gothenburg
GDC Reg No. 72760 Graduated in 1993. Special interests in cosmetic dentistry, including crown and bridge work. Payman has a keen interest in football and enjoys spending time with his young family.
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Shanthi Srinivasan B.D.S. M.F.D.S.
GDC Reg No. 100850 Graduated in 1995. Shanthi is a Member of the Fellowship of Physicians & Surgeons and in 1999 commenced work at Hull Royal Infirmary as a Senior House Officer in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery. Shanthi is the most recent dentist to join the team at 543 Dental Centre. Her husband is a cardio thoracic anaesthetist at Castle Hill Infirmary and they have a young daughter.
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Jenny Walsh B.D.S. MMed.Sci F.D.S. R.C.P.S. P.h.D.
GDC Reg No. 64830 Jenny is a visiting consultant who specialises in restorative dentistry, endodontics, periodontics and prosthodontics. She qualified from Sheffield University in 1989 and subsequently gained her MMed.Sci 1993, PhD 2001, FDS RCPS 2004. Her hobbies include Interior design and flower arranging. Jenny is married to David Ward and is a non-executive director of 543 Dental Centre Limited.
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Samantha Airey - Hygienist
GDC Reg No. 4895 Qualified from the Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in 1995 and has been with 543 Dental Centre since 1999. Outside of work Sam enjoys learning to play the guitar, walking in the Yorkshire Dales and skiing.
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Cornelia Sanderson - Hygienist
GDC Reg No. 5871 Qualified from the school of dental hygiene, Aldershot in 2001 and has been with 543 dental Centre since 2003. Her areas of special interest are children and periodontics. Connie's extra curricular interests are diverse from windsurfing to reading.
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Angela Thomson - Hygienist
GDC Reg No. 3189 Qualified from Glasgow Dental School of Hygiene in 1986 and has been with 543 Dental Centre since 1988. Angie in her own time goes to the gym regularly, loves socialising and goes skiing.
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Chris Groombridge BA (Hons) MBA - Director
Christopher graduated with a BA (Hons) from Buckingham University and worked in the City for 9 years, mainly working for an American firm in the financial print industry. More recently he completed an MBA with his dissertation in "How The Health & Social Care Act 2003 Will Affect Dentistry." Chris has recently been asked to join the HSA on a select panel of six advisors into the future of Dentistry in the UK and has been consulted by a number of bodies regarding dentistry in the UK. His hobbies include reading extensively covering eclectic genres, skiing, going to the gym and eating out.
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Duncan Groombridge LLB (Hons) Barrister-at-Law - Director
Duncan graduated from The University of Huddersfield with a LLB (Hons) in Law and was called to the Bar as a Barrister in 1998. Since his call he has worked in two law firms, one in Leeds, Addleshaw Booth & Co (now Addleshaw Goddard) and one in Hull, Andrew M Jackson & Co. Duncan is married with 2 children. Outside of work he enjoys going to the gym and following both rugby and boxing.
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Melanie Bristow - Practice Manager
Joined 543 Dental Centre in 2005. Previously she was the senior dental nurse at Cottingham Dental Access Centre. Melanie has 19 years experience as a dental nurse. Mel became the Practice Manager at 543 Dental Centre in October 2006. and is currently studying for her Level 4 Diploma in Practice Management from the London Institute of Management. Outside of work Mel likes to read, walk and shop.
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Louise Steele MAAT
Louise has worked as an in house accountant for 543 Dental Centre since May 2007. Louise has been working in accountancy since she was eighteen. In her leisure time Louise goes to the gym, likes cross country walking, camping, reading and tending to her garden.
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Amanda Young - Dencap / Finance Manager
Amanda was a dental nurse from 1986 and joined 543 in 1992. In 1996 Amanda moved over to working on reception. From 2000 Amanda had role combining reception and administration and in 2007 Amanda joined the management of 543. Outside work and raising 3 children, Amanda enjoys reading, camping, walking and the cinema. In what spare time Amanda has left after this, she studies bookkeeping.
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Helen Harland - Head Receptionist
Helen has worked at 543 since 2001 and has been the head receptionist since January 2007. Previously she worked as a manager in retail for ten years. Helen in her leisure time likes spending time with grandchildren ans reading.
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Julie Haslock - Clinical Audit and Goverance
Many of you will already know Julie as she has worked at 543 Dental Centre for longer that she cares to remember! Julie has a nursing background and subsequently moved into clinical audit. She worked as head of clinical audit at Lincoln County Hospital from 1991-1998. Julie worked as the Practice Manager at 543 Dental Centre for eight years dealing with the day to day running of the Practice. Every task you can imagine from Health and Safety to Birthday Cards for Staff. Need we say more! In October 2006 Julie became PA to the Clinical Director dealing with matters in relation to his role. In March 2008 Julie retired from day to day working at 543 and has taken up the role of Clinical Audit and Governance.
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Dental hygienists play an essential role in preventative dentistry. They are skilled professionals who have a key part to play in the prevention and treatment of gum disease. Gum disease is the biggest single cause of adult tooth loss and a problem which we take very seriously.
They also have a very important part to play in preventing tooth decay by providing oral health education, fissure sealing teeth and fluoride treatments.
Use them to increase your awareness of how to prevent dental disease. They are highly trained professionals and not just there to clean teeth!
As patients keep their teeth for longer the emphasis on dentistry is changing from treatment to prevention and hygienists are one of the most important personnel in delivering this change.
Where would we be without our dental surgery assistants! Their training provides them with the skills to assist the dentist deliver your treatment and care. But that's only the beginning! As the name suggests they are so much more than a dental nurse. From personal assistant to patient councillor they provide a vital role in making sure your visit is as pleasant as possible.
These are the people who will hopefully make your visit to our practice a pleasurable one. They are your first point of contact with our practice so they have been carefully chosen to be approachable, friendly and above all competent. They will seamlessly guide you through every stage of your visit.
