Our people

Abigail Forbes

Dental Nurse

GDC No: 280313

Alaistair McNeil

Orthodontic Specialist

Ali is a registered specialist in orthodontics and is a member of the British Orthodontic Society, Northern Ireland Orthodontic Group, British Dental Association and Faculty of Dental Surgery, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Alanna Hyatt

Head Orthodontic Nurse (works Mondays - Friday)

Alanna qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2017 where she initially started out her dental career in General Practice. Since coming over to Orthodontics in 2019 Alanna feels glad that she made the transition and has never looked back since.

Alex Norris

Lead Nurse

Alex originally joined us as a trainee in June 2022 before qualifying as a dental nurse. He is passionate about all aspects of orthodontics, with aspirations to progress in this field.

Andras Iffiu

Specialist Orthodontist

Andras graduated as a dentist with distinction from Semmelweis University in 2005. After becoming a specialist orthodontist he stayed at the University treating complex orthodontic cases, undertaking research and teaching orthodontics in Hungarian, English and German. He also holds an MSc degree in biomedical engineering.

Anna Gajewska

Orthodontic Nurse

Annabel Moore

Orthodontic Therapist

Annabel started working in dentistry in 2013 and qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2015.

Annabel Moore

Orthodontic Therapist

Annabel started working in dentistry in 2013 and qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2015.

April Murphy

Orthodontic Therapist

April qualified as an Orthodontic Therapist in 2021 from the university of central Lancaster.

Astrid Kidd

Dental Nurse

Ayesha Patel

Orthodontic therapist

Babsie Grobler

Orthodontic Therapist (Wednesdays and Occasional Thursdays)

Babsie has been involved in Orthodontics since 1998.

Becky Waldron

Orthodontic Therapist

Becky qualified as an Orthodontic Therapist in December 2014.

Becky White

Central Treatment Coordinator

Benisa Winchester

Orthodontic Therapist

Bhavika Patel

Dental nurse

GDC no: 225117

Bridget Mitchell

Orthodontic Therapist

Bridget started her career in dentistry as a dental nurse and she qualified in 1994. After working in a general practice for several years, she then changed direction to specialise in Orthodontics.

Brooke Wakelin

Head Nurse

Brooke Wakelin

Orthodontic Nurse

Brooke qualified as a dental nurse in 2010 and joined the practice in 2021. She also has her dental Radiography and dental Sedation qualifications.

Cara Bogudzinska

Receptionist

Cara joined the team at Portman Smile Clinic Sevenoaks in 2023, following a career working in GP surgeries as a receptionist and pharmacy dispenser.

Cara Whitehouse

Orthodontic Therapist

Carly Gaunt

Orthodontic Therapist

Carly began her career as a Dental Nurse qualifying at the Leeds Dental hospital in 2007.

Carole Hedger

Orthodontic Therapist

Carole has worked in the dental industry for over 35 years

Caroline Hancock

Orthodontic Nurse

I joined the team in January 2018 and have over 20 years’ experience after working at St Richards Hospital and 2 other Orthodontic Practices.

Carolyn Vincent

Specialist Orthodontist

Carolyn graduated from the University of Newcastle Upon Tyne in 2001 with Honours and a Distinction in Oral Subjects, Child Dental Health and Restorative Dentistry. She was awarded both the British Dental Association Prize in Finals and Astra-Zenica prize in Maxillo-Facial Surgery in 2001.

Catherine Tidbury

Orthodontic Specialist

Katy is a GDC registered Specialist Orthodontist who prides herself on the quality of her work and is motivated by creating beautiful smiles for her patients. Katy is experienced in treating both children and adults with a range of Orthodontic appliances including discreet and aesthetic options such Invisalign and clear fixed braces.

Charlotte Blythe

Treatment coordinator

Charlotte qualified as a dental nurse in 2015 and went onto orthodontic nursing in 2017, Charlotte has her qualification in radiography and has recently become our Treatment Coordinator.

Charlotte Pomorski

Dental nurse

I started as a trainee dental nurse in 2013 and qualified in 2015.

Chelsea Potts

Dental nurse

My name is Chelsea. I joined Portman Smile Clinic in October 2022. I have been in dentistry since 2015.

Chrissie Whalley

Orthodontic Therapist

Christelle Musungay

Dental Nurse

Christelle has been a Dental nurse since 2021.

Claire Hodges

Orthodontic Therapist

Claire has worked at the practice since 2004 and qualified as a Therapist in 2019 at Bristol University.

Claire Jackson

Dental nurse

Claire joined Portman back in 2020, however her background is not within dentistry. She has a BA Hons in Fashion and Textiles: Print. However, she fell into dentistry back in 2016 where Claire worked in a general dental practice.

Claire Jeffery

Receptionist

Claire Johnson

Dental nurse

I joined Portman Smile Clinic in May 2022.

Claire Law

Central Treatment Coordinator

I have been a Central Treatment Coordinator for Portman Smile Clinic since June 2022.

Cornelia Prevot-Loudiere

Dentist with Special Interest in Orthodontics

She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery DDS from University of Paris in 1996.

Danielle Dowling

Receptionist

Danielle Warren

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Danielle qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2016 and has since gained a Certificate in Dental Radiography.

Dawn Holmes

Practice Manager

I have over 35 years of experience in dentistry, starting as a dental nurse and evolving through various roles such as oral health educator, lead nurse, reception manager, and now practice manager. My career reflects a lifelong commitment to enhancing patient care and advancing dental practice operations.

Debbie Hobbs

Dental Nurse

Debbie Joined Circus Orthodontics in September 2018.

Debra Smith

Dental Nurse

Debra started as a Dental Nurse in 1991, working with a team of dentists, including the same dentist for 14 years.

Doina Mahu

Dental Nurse

Doina Mahu

Orthodontic Nurse

Doina qualified as a dental nurse in 2023 and joined our team in 2024. She is currently working towards her dental radiography qualification to further expand her clinical skills.

Donna Brooker

Lead dental nurse

GDC no: 135576

Dr Ahmed El-Angbawi

Consultant Orthodontist

Ahmed qualified as an Orthodontist after extensive training at the University of Glasgow where he worked as a clinical lecturer. In 2013, he was awarded PhD based on a clinical trial in assessing the effectiveness of different Orthodontic braces.

Dr Ahmed Omran

Specialist Orthodontist

Dr Ahmed Omran qualified from the University of Bristol in 2014 receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry with Distinction and was awarded both the Gold Medal and BDA Silver Medal for both academic and clinical excellence. In addition to this, he has also received the 2014 Dentsply Award for Excellence, and the 2014 British Society for Restorative Dentistry Award for highest marks in technical skills and the overall best finals case presentation.

Dr Alexandra Florea

Specialist Orthodontist

Alexandra studied dentistry at the University of Dentistry in Iasi and completed the 6-year program in 2003. She started in general practice where she gained 10 years of experience and during that time she realized her true passion is in the field of Orthodontics. Subsequently she returned and completed her Specialist in Orthodontics postgraduate qualification.

Dr Barry Hickey

Specialist Orthodontist

Barry graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians of Glasgow in 2007, attained his dental degree from the University of Glasgow University in 2005 and degree in Microbiology in 2000 from the University of Cork.

Dr Bushra Ahmad

Specialist Orthodontist (works only on Mondays)

Life-changing orthodontic treatment at age 13 set Bushra on a path to help others with their smile journey. Her glowing career has been driven by a firm ethos to put patient care and comfort first.

Dr Cecilia Sanchez

Specialist in Orthodontics

Dr Devaki Patel

Specialist Orthodontist

Devaki qualified as a Dentist at Bart’s and The London Dental Institute, and since then completed various hospital posts in oral & maxillofacial surgery, paediatric dentistry and community dental services.

Dr Dorota Lisiewska

Dentist with special interest in orthodontics

Dr Dorota Lisiewska graduated from the Medical Academy of Silesia, Poland in 2002. In 2006 she moved to the UK, where she started to develop her passion for orthodontics.

Dr Hemant K Patel

Orthodontist

Hemant qualified in Dentistry from Liverpool University (BDS) in 1991. Following a period of vocational training and as an associate in NHS general dental practice he then spent some years as an SHO in maxillo-facial surgery in order to acquire further qualifications to enable him to train as a specialist orthodontist.

Dr Ian Grobler

Specialist Orthodontist (works on Wednesdays and Thursdays)

Ian received his Master’s degree in Orthodontics from the University of London and the Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 1998. He is registered as a specialist orthodontist with the General Dental Council.d

Dr Javier Lopez Martinez

General Dentist with Specialist Interest in Orthodontics

Javier is a passionate general dentist with a special interest in orthodontics and aesthetic dentistry. Known for his warm approach and keen eye for detail, Javier is all about helping patients feel confident in their smiles.

Dr Joanna Binato

Dentist with special interest in orthodontics

Dr Joanna graduated in dentistry in 2003 from one of the best universities in Brazil, and obtained her postgraduate qualifications in Dental Pediatrics with an emphasis on dental health and teeth development of children which makes it easier to treat any clinical problems at an early age.

Dr Joshua Robinson

Specialist Orthodontist

Josh graduated in dentistry from Kings College London in 2011 and was part of the first cohort of dental students to have a placement at the Portsmouth Dental Academy. This was followed by Foundation Training in Portsmouth and Hospital posts in Cardiff and Bristol covering Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, complex restorative dentistry and the community dental services, with an emphasis on the dental health of children.

Dr Massoud Shakib Pour

Specialist Orthodontist

Massoud graduated in 2011 from Pecs Medical University, Hungary as Doctor of Dental Medicine with distinction. He was awarded with Outstanding achievement award for his academic results, which is awarded only to one person per year.

Dr Michael Durkan

Specialist Orthodontist

Michael qualified as a dentist in 2010 from the National University of Ireland, Cork. Michael commenced his first of two years as a senior house officer (SHO) in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) at the University Hospital South Manchester.

Dr Neil Woodhouse

Specialist Orthodontist

Neil prides himself in offering an extremely high standard of orthodontic treatment in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Dr Nicholas Turnbull

Specialist Orthodontist

Nick graduated from Cardiff Dental Hospital in 1992 and obtained his postgraduate qualifications from the Royal London Dental Hospital and the Royal College of Surgeons. He is on the GDC specialist list for orthodontics.

Dr Nick Ferlias

Specialist Orthodontist

Originally from Greece, Dr. Nick graduated from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2008 and served as a dentist in the Greek Army. He moved to Brighton in 2010, working in general dentistry for seven years.

Dr Oluwakemi Onabolu

Specialist in Orthodontics

Dr Thomas Hartridge

Specialist Orthodontist

Tom graduated from Bristol Dental Hospital in 1996 and obtained his orthodontic postgraduate qualifications from Bristol University and the Royal College of Surgeons in 2001. He is on the GDC specialist list for orthodontics.

Dr Tudor Cosma

Specialist in Orthodontics

Dr. Tudor Cosma is an accomplished orthodontist with a deep passion for innovation and exploration. Graduating from Iuliu Hațieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy in 2015 with a degree in Dentistry, he went on to specialize in Orthodontics and completed his training in 2018. Driven by a desire to stay at the forefront of his field, he has actively pursued additional orthodontic courses, expanding his knowledge and skillset.

Dr Zahida Parveen

Dentist with Special Interest in Orthodontics

Zahida is dedicated to providing the best clinical outcomes for all her patients.

Dr. Andrew DiBiase

Specialist Orthodontist

Andrew is a Consultant in Orthodontics at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust.

Dr. Michael Durkan

Specialist Orthodontist

Michael qualified as a dentist in 2010 from the National University of Ireland, Cork. Michael commenced his first of two years as a senior house officer (SHO) in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) at the University Hospital South Manchester.

Dr. Nidhi Bhalla

Specialist Orthodontist

Nidhi trained at King’s College Hospital, and holds qualifications from Manchester, The Royal College of Surgeons and a research MSc in Orthodontics.

Dr. Rocio Gil Martinez

Dentist with Special interest in Orthodontics

Rocio is a dedicated and highly skilled dentist, recognized for a deep passion for creating beautiful and functional smiles. With a strong educational background and years of experience in the field.

Dr. Stephen O’ Connor

Specialist Orthodontist

Stephen graduated in Dentistry from University College Cork in 2010. He’s a worked in general dentistry practice in Scotland and as a Senior House Officer in Oral and Maxillo-Facial Surgery, Oral Medicine, Radiology and Paediatric Dentistry.

Ebony Elliot

Orthodontic Dental Nurse and Treatment Co-Ordinator

Ebony qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2010 and has since gained Certificate in Dental Radiography.

Elena Straub

Lead dental nurse

GDC no: 279179

Elizabeth Grant

Orthodontic Therapist

GDC No: 110532

Ella Roberts

Receptionist

Ella joined the practice in 2025

Els Spargo

Receptionist

Els joined the practice in October 2023.

Emily Jarvis

Lead Nurse

Emily is the dedicated Lead Nurse at Portman Smile Clinic Sevenoaks and has been a valued member of the team since 2022. Known for her compassionate leadership and passion for patient care, she thrives on supporting the team and helping to support the practice manager to create a positive and collaborative environment.

Emily Jones

Trainee Dental Nurse

Emily joined the team in 2021, as a Trainee Dental Nurse and is currently working towards her Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing.

Emma Clews

Orthodontic Nurse (works Mondays, Tuesday mornings, Thursdays and Friday mornings)

GDC number: 244767

Emma Hawkes

Dental Nurse

GDC No: 306891

Emma Slater

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Emma qualified as a Dental Nurse in 1992 and has previously worked in the Armed Forces in a multi-disciplinary hospital.

Evelyn Dunbar

Specialist Orthodontist

Evelyn completed her specialty training in orthodontics in 2018 and went on to undertake further training and was awarded a Fellowship in the Faculty of Dental Surgery with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow in 2021

Fiona Fraser

Private Treatment Coordinator (Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 8.30am - 5pm)

I have been practicing for over 3 years now in both general dentistry and orthodontic treatment.

Freya Terry

Receptionist

Gabi Collins

Dental nurse

GDC no: 270021

Gemma Albury

Receptionist

Gemma Isard

Treatment coordinator (works Mondays - Thursdays)

Having come from a very customer service background through working in the airline industry and construction, I have gained a wealth of experience which I very much look forward to providing within my administrative role here in Portman Smile Clinic.

George Georgescu

Specialist Orthodontist

George gained his dental degree in 2006 from Carol Davila Medical University, Bucharest and he is a specialist Orthodontist on the specialist registrar. He has been registered with the GDC since 2010.

Georgia Cook

Orthodontic Therapist (works only on Tuesdays)

Georgia qualified as an orthodontic therapist in 2020 with Warwick university. Previously she trained as a dental nurse and oral health educator. Georgia likes to focus on helping patients feel at ease throughout their orthodontic journey. Her own orthodontic treatment with fixed braces has given her a true insight to the experience and an understanding of the process.

Ghite Bhavra

Specialist Orthodontist

Ghite studied dentistry at The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel and graduated in 1982.

Grace Kilgallen

Receptionist

Grace joined the practice in 2025. She loves customer service and will be helping our patients with whatever they might need.

Graham Edwards

Specialist Orthodontist

Graham qualified as a dentist in 1988 at Newcastle University, achieving an honours degree.

Grant Harris

Specialist in Orthodontics

Grant studied dentistry at Guy’s Hospital, London graduating in 1991. He was awarded a prestigious surgical training post at Guy’s and went on to complete three years of oral and maxillo-facial surgery and orthodontics at various hospitals.

Hannah Bell

Practice Manager

Having come from a management background in customer service, sales and event planning I have now been with Portman Dentex since November 2021.

Hannah Bell

Practice Manager

Hannah has a management background in customer service, sales and event planning.

Hannah Bell

Practice Manager

Hannah has a management background in customer service, sales and event planning

Hayley Cook

Dental nurse

GDC no: 270001

Hayley Stout

Orthodontic therapist

I am an orthodontic therapist who qualified from the Swansea university in 2011 with the Royal College of Surgeons England.

Hilary Coleman

Senior Dental Nurse

Hilary is our Principal Orthodontic Nurse joining the team in 2001.

Hira Paudel

Dental Nurse

Holly Charlwood

Dental Nurse

Holly qualified in 2020 and then did further courses in impression taking, radiography and orthodontic nursing.

Issy Forrester

Receptionist

Issy Forrester

Receptionist

Issy has been part of the team since 2024 and she is the contact point between our clinical team and our patients. If you have any query, she will be the one helping you.

Itamar Hirsh

Specialist Orthodontist

Dr. Hirsch graduated with Master of Science degree in dentistry in 2003 and is a specialist Orthodontist on the specialist register. Dr. Hirsch was awarded the second best dental student in his graduation year (out of 78 dental students) and the best dental student in his class.

Itamar Martin Hirsch

Specialist Orthodontist

Dr Hirsch enjoys all aspects of orthodontics and believes all children and adults should have the best treatment whether it is private or NHS care.

Jade James

Orthodontic Therapist (works on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays)

Jade has been involved in Orthodontics for the past 10 years. In that time, she has progressed and received the relevant qualifications for her position.

James Lundy

Orthodontic Specialist

James Lundy BDS MMedSc MOrth RCS (Eng) is a registered Specialist in Orthodontics. James is a member of the British Orthodontic Society, Northern Ireland Orthodontic Group and the British Dental Association. He is also on the Dental Practitioners Committee of the BDA as an orthodontic observer/adviser.

Jane Wadhams

Orthodontic Therapist

Jane is a friendly and dedicated orthodontic therapist.

Janine Gadd

Dental nurse

GDC no: 276040

Jeanette Hiscocks

Practice Manager

I am a qualified Dental Nurse with a special interest in Practice Management and gained my ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in 2016.

Jeff Kyle

Dual Site Practice Manager (Banstead and Oxted)

Originally from sunny Los Angeles, Jeff moved to England in December 2010.

Jen Deakin

Receptionist

Jen is our part-time receptionist who joined the practice in February 2024.

Jenny Hutchings

Orthodontist Therapist

Jessica Sharp

Practice Manager

Jigar Patel

Specialist Orthodontist and Consultant

Jigar studied Dentistry in Guy’s, Kings and St Thomas Dental Institute in London and undertook further training in the fields of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Paediatric Dentistry and cosmetic and Implant Dentistry. He was awarded membership to the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons following this period of further training.

John Kerrigan

Specialist Orthodontist

John studied Dentistry at the University of Bristol, qualifying in 1992.

John Weller

Orthodontic Therapist

John began his career in dentistry as an Orthodontic Laboratory Technician, where he developed a strong interest in the transformative results of orthodontic treatment. This sparked a genuine passion for the field and inspired him to move into clinical practice.

Julita Simms

Assistant practice manager

Julita graduated from the Faculty of Law and Administration at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poland and obtained a master degree in administration in 2004.

Karly Fullerton

Central Treatment Coordinator

I have worked in the dental industry for 8 years, previously as a dental nurse and now as an orthodontic treatment coordinator.

Kashif Mirza

Dentist with special interest in Orthodontics

Dr Mirza was born in London. He graduated from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan in 1996 and gained his Bachelors in Dental Surgery.

Katherine Rudd

Dual Practice Manager

I have worked at the practice for 8 years and enjoy all aspects of her job. We have a great team and are like a little family!

Katie Mitchell

TCO/Lead Nurse

Kay Stobbart

Head Nurse

Kay’s love of all things teeth began because her father had a cleft palate and she used to accompany him for his dental appointments at a London Hospital

Kayleigh Whitehead

Dental nurse

Kayleigh has worked as a dental nurse in Orthodontics for 13 years. She joined Portman in 2019 when we opened.

Kelsie Watson

Orthodontic Therapist

DIP ORTH THERAPY RCSEd IN 2019

Kerri Munro

Practice Manager

I first started working as a Dental nurse in 2016. I have trained in general dentistry, orthodontics and oral surgery before moving on to practice management in 2019.

Kerry Edwards

Denist with a special interest in Orthodontics

Kerry studied Dentistry at the University of Bristol, qualifying in 1991.

Kiera Kedney-Brown

Administrative assistant

My name is Kiera. I work as part of the admin team in Portman Smile Clinic since 2022, I have a family and enjoy spending time with them.

Kirsty Edwards-Smith

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Kirsty qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2007 and has since gained Certificate in Dental Radiography.

Kirsty Kirby

Central Treatment Coordinator

I have had the pleasure of helping patients at Portman Dental Care since 2014, as a Treatment Co-ordinator, my role is to guide you through your Orthodontic journey as a patient and ensure a seamless and organised experience.

Kirsty Leonard

Orthodontic Therapist

Laura Ferguson

Dental Nurse

Laura joined the team in 2022 after originally qualifying as a Dental Nurse in 1999, following training at the Eastman Dental Hospital in London and achieving her National and Hospital Examinations qualification.

Laura Johnston

Dental Nurse

Laura has worked at our practice since 2008.

Laura Taylor

Dental Nurse

Laura Taylor joined Circus Orthodontics as Dental Nurse in April 2016 and has come from a dentist background where she qualified in August 2015.

Lilly Prees

Trainee Orthodontic Therapist

Lilly has been in dentistry nearly 6 years and is very passionate about the job she does.

Lilly Prees

Orthodontic Therapist

Lilly started her career in dentistry in 2017 and qualified as a dental nurse in 2019. Straight after, she went on to achieve additional courses and gained her radiography qualification.

Lisa Axentioiu

Orthodontic Therapist

Lisa began her career in orthodontics in 2011 as an orthodontic nurse

Lisa Baker

Practice manager

My name is Lisa Baker and I have been the practice manger since opening in April 2019.

Lisa Cairns

Head Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Lisa joined the practice when it first opened in April 2019.

Lisa-Marie Holloway

Dental Nurse

GDC No: 297739

Lisamarie Brown

Orthodontic Therapist

Lisamarie graduated at both the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh and UCLAN in 2014.

Lokesh Nagappa

Orthodontist

Lorraine Smith

Head Dental Nurse

Lorraine started working as an orthodontic nurse in 2002. She has worked with same dental practice through out her dental career.

Louise Gamble

Practice Manager

Louise Grand

Receptionist

Lucy Berry

Orthodontic Nurse

Lynne Bowden

Receptionist (works Mondays and Wednesdays)

I started my career as a dancer travelling around Europe and Asia before settling in the UK in a number of sales and customer service roles.

Mark Allen

Orthodontic Specialist

Mark graduated from the University of Dundee as a dentist in 2003. After completing a year of vocational training he worked in the Community Dental Services then the Hospital Services gaining experience in restorative, periodontology, paediatric, orthodontic, oral medicine and oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Mars Rodriguez

Receptionist

Mars Rodriguez

Treatment Coordinator

Mars joined the practice in 2024 and his role involves looking after our private patients, managing our NHS referrals and creating content for our social media.

Mars Rodriguez

Treatment Coordinator

Mars joined Portman Dentex in 2024, becoming part of the team in Hailsham in 2025

Massod Mousavi

Specialist Orthodontist

Massod qualified as a Dentist from Umeå University Sweden in 1996. He practised dentistry for seven years before pursuing his interest in the field of orthodontics which led to gaining qualifications as a specialist orthodontist in 2007.

Matoula Taloumtzi

Specialist Orthodontist

Matoula completed her three years full-time postgradiate training in Orthodontics in 2023, at the prestigious Eastman Dental Institute, part of University College London. During this time, she was awarded both a masters (MSc) degree by University of London and a Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth RCS) by the Royal College of Surgeons (England).

Maurice Cummings

Orthodontic Specialist

Maurice Cummings BDS MMedSc MOrth RCS (Eng) is a registered Specialist in Orthodontics. He is a member of the British Orthodontic Society, the British Dental Association and the Northern Orthodontic Group.

Meenakshi Rana Thapa

Orthodontic Therapist

Hi, it's Meenakshi everyone like to call me Meena. I am from Nepal. I was a Science Teacher before but 2009 I decide to change my career and joined Dental Nursing Course.

Mel Randell

Dental nurse

GDC no: 282109

Mellissa Clark

Dual Site Practice Manager

Mellissa joined the team as Practice Manager in 2023, bringing with her over a decade of experience in dentistry and patient care. She began her career as a dental nurse in 2009, qualifying in 2011, and has trained extensively across general dentistry, sedation, implants, endodontics and Orthodontics.

Menuka Limbu

Qualified orthodontic therapist

My name is Menuka Limbu. I am currently an Orthodontic Therapist at Portman Smile Clinic for the Sittingbourne and Margate practices.

Merina Purja

Orthodontic therapist

When I was young, I always wanted to have a career in healthcare field. Once I started to work in an orthodontic practice, I loved what I did. This made me pursue my career into Orthodontic Therapist. I still love what I do.

Michelle Stalker

Orthodontic Therapist

I started my career in dentistry at the Edinburgh Dental Institute, gained experience in restorative, oral surgery, pediatrics dentistry and Orthodontics and qualified as a dental nurse in 2005.

Molly Cox

Dental Nurse

Molly joined Circus Orthodontics as a Dental Nurse in June 2021 after gaining her qualification at Bristol Dental Hospital.

Monica Faria

Dental nurse

GDC no: 292785

Monika Breive

Orthodontic Therapist

Monika has worked in dental industry for over 10 years

Monike Wegorek

Dental Nurse

Natalie Anne Wylie

Reception manager

GDC no: 212106

Natalie Marsh

Head nurse

My name is Natalie Marsh. I am the head nurse here at Portman Smile Clinic Sittingbourne. I joined the team in March 2019 when the practice first opened.

Natalie Read

Specialist Orthodontist

BChD (Hons) MClinDent MOrth (Eng)

Natasha Parker

Dental nurse

Natasha Parker has worked in the dental industry since she was 17 years old, training as a Dental Nurse in the private sector before moving into a mixture of private and NHS dentistry.

Nick Wenger

Specialist Orthodontist

Nick Wenger is a registered Specialist Orthodontist with the General Dental Council. He is also a member of the British Orthodontic Society and British Dental Association.

Nicky Cahill

Treatment co-ordinator

Nicky has worked in the dental world over the past 34 years and has gained extensive knowledge and experience. Originally trained as a dental nurse she enjoyed all aspects of dentistry from general to cosmetic and surgical. Nicky moved in to Practice Management, business development and project management which she relished for over 14 years.

Nicola Bridge

Practice Manager

Nicola Joined us in December 2016 and is enjoying her new challenge as Practice Manager.

Nicola Shaw

Dental Hygienist

Nicola qualified as a dental hygienist in 2003 and has been caring for patients ever since.

Niomie Vernon

Dental Nurse

Peter McCallum

Orthodontist

BDS (Edinburgh) FDS DDO RCPS

Petra Haddock

Orthodontic Practice Manager

Petra qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2008 and has worked in orthodontics for 13 years. She has since gained Certificate in Dental Radiography and ILM Level 5 in Leadership and Management.

Phil Cooper

Orthodontist

Phil graduated in dentistry from the University of Manchester in 2013.

Phoebe Mizen

Orthodontic Nurse

Phoebe is a qualified dental nurse with a passion for orthodontics

Quynh Nguyen

Specialist Orthodontist

A highly skilled orthodontic specialist, Quynh truly puts patients first. Every patient receives unique care, and the highest standard of tailored treatment.

Rachael Stokes

Dental Hygienist

Rachael graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2021 with a First Class Honours Degree in Dental Hygiene.

Rachel Marfell

Orthodontic Therapist

Rachel qualified as a therapist in June 2012 from the Royal College of Surgeons and joined the Sevenoaks team in 2021.

Rachel McManus

Trainee Dental Nurse (works Monday - Friday)

Rachel started with us in November 2022 and will be beginning her dental nurse course in February which she is very much looking forward to.

Rachel Roberts

Orthodontic Nurse

Rachel qualified as a dental nurse in 2009 and went on to specialise in orthodontics in 2018, gaining both her orthodontic nursing and radiography qualifications. Rachel's working days are Monday - Thursday.

Rachel Scaysbrook

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Rachel joined the practice in August 2022.

Rachel Worrall

Specialist Orthodontist

Rachel graduated in 2007 as dentist from Bristol University . She has over 15 years of clinical experience and has been a specialist orthodontist since 2013.

Rebecca Partridge

Receptionist

Becki joined the practice in December 2019 after a 17-year break to have children.

Riccarda Kane

Specialist Orthodontist

Riccarda is a very experienced, respected and well-known local specialist orthodontist, having owned and grown her own practice for 23 years before joining forces with Portman Smile Clinic and moving to our practice in Margate.

Richard Sardinha

Principal dentist and general dental practitioner

Ricky qualified in 1998 from the University Central Venezuela where he gained a first class honours degree and he was awarded his first degree in Lisbon University a year later. After a period working in private practice in Madeira, his ancestral home, he decided to move to London, where he has been living and working since 2002. (He’s now a fiercely proud Londoner!)

Rocio Gil Martinez

Dentist

Rocio is a dedicated and highly skilled dentist, recognized for a deep passion for creating beautiful and functional smiles. With a strong educational background and years of experience in the field.

Rosie Barwick

Reception manager

GDC no: 265098

Saffron Mead

Orthodontic Nurse (works Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays)

I have worked in general dentistry for 8 years trying all different avenues looking to try a different aspect of dentistry in Orthodontics.

Sally Broomfield

Practice Manager

Sally joined us in April 2016. She is new to the world of orthodontics, having spent the last 18 years in insurance.

Samantha Allen

Dual Practice Manager

She enjoys all aspects of dental nursing but especially engaging with the patients.

Samantha Dickinson

Treatment Coordinator

I have recently started at Portman Smile Clinic in Sittingbourne.

Samantha Horn

Head nurse

Sam has been with Portman since 2020, but has over 29 years of experience as a Dental Nurse.

Samir Farmahan

Specialist Orthodontist

Completing over 1,000 orthodontic cases a year, Samir is experienced in children and adult orthodontics, and is Invisalign, WIN and Incognito certified.

Sandra Knight

Receptionist

Sara El-Saafin

Specialist Orthodontist

Sarah Hamber

Orthodontic Therapist

Sarah joined Circus Orthodontics as a dental nurse in 2004.

Sarah Lindley

Orthodontic Therapist

Sarah Meadows

Consultant orthodontist

Mrs Meadows studied dentistry at Guy’s Hospital in Kings College London graduating in 2004.

Sarah Tucker

Reception manager

GDC no: 138769

Sasha Richards

Trainee Dental Nurse

Sháne Coetzee

Orthodontic Therapist

My name is Sháne Coetzee. I qualified in Orthodontic Therapy in 2010 and been working with a number of different orthodontic appliance systems over the last 10 years.

Sharmi Patel

Dentist with Special Interest in Orthodontics

Sharmi graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2004. She is at the cutting edge of the profession and highly trained in the latest dental developments and techniques.

Sian Cains

Dental nurse

GDC no: 187181

Sonia Santos

Dentist

Sonia qualified as a dentist in Spain in 2002. She moved to UK to spend a semester at The Dental School of the University of Sheffield and I fell in love with the country. Sonia is very passionate about her work and has spent the last 20 years bringing the best possible care to both private and NHS patients.

Sophie Beard

Orthodontic Therapist (works on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays)

Sophie qualified as an Orthodontic Therapist in 2008 from the Yorkshire Orthodontic Therapy Course after receiving a City and Guilds Diploma in Dental Nursing in 2007. She was previously a qualified Dental Nurse for 12 years, in which time she completed certificates in Dental Radiography, Oral Health Education and Orthodontic Nursing.

Sophie Bonsall

Practice Manager (works on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Sophie started out in dentistry in 2009 where she learnt the basics in nursing for both General Practice and Domiciliary Care. On completing her NEBDN qualification in 2010, Sophie went onto specialise in Orthodontics where she qualified in Radiography, Impression taking and Orthodontic Nursing, as well as becoming Head Nurse & gaining valuable experience in the higher administrative duties of a Dental Practice.

Sophie Wildman

Orthodontic Therapist

Sophie qualified as a dental nurse in 2011 followed by Orthodontic Therapy at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2014.

Sri Jeganathan

Specialist Orthodontist

I like to keep up to date in new advances in Orthodontics which allows me to provide patients with different options and help the best way to straighten their teeth.

Stef Harrison

Orthodontic Nurse

Stef is a qualified dental nurse with an additional qualification in dental radiography

Steph Black

Central Treatment Coordinator

I have been a Central Treatment Coordinator for Portman Smile Clinic since June 2022 after qualifying as a dental nurse in 2016.

Stephanie Ambrose

Receptionist

Sumitra Sunuwar

Dental Nurse

Susana Clark

Practice Manager

Suzannah Stewart-Stanton

Specialist Orthodontist

Suzannah is a popular orthodontist with children and adults. Her specialist skills cover all kinds of braces and she is known for her friendly and caring approach.

Tania Affonso

Receptionist

Hello my name is Tania Affonso. I have been working with Portman Smile Clinic Sittingbourne since June 2019.

Tanisha Doig

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Tanisha qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2019.

Tasha Oram

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Tasha qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2010 and has since gained Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading.

Theresa Mason

Dental Nurse

Tracy Dibden

Orthodontic Therapist

DIP ORTH THERAPY RCSEd IN 2013

Trevor Hodge

Specialist Orthodontist

Trevor qualified as a dentist in 1995 from Bristol, completed his specialist training in Orthodontics at the University of Birmingham (2002) and his consultant training at the Eastman Dental Institute, London (2005)

Usman Qureshi

Specialist Orthodontist

Dr Usman Qureshi qualified in dentistry from the University of Manchester and completed specialisation in Orthodontics at the Queen Mary University of London and Royal London Hospital in 2008. This resulted in being awarded an MSc in Orthodontics as well as the Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons (England). He also received the David DiBiase prize for clinical excellence during his training.

Victoria Palmer

Dental nurse

GDC no: 238112

Wendy Hobbs

Dental nurse

I started as a Trainee Dental Nurse in 2006 in a busy NHS & private dental practice. In 2008 I joined an established orthodontic practice and completed my NEBDN Dental Nurse, NEBDN Radiography and London Deanery Impression taking qualifications.

Yan Huang

Specialist Orthodontist

Yan is skilled in treating children and adults, and she is always dedicated to delivering the highest standard of treatments and care to her patients.

Yuen Shan Cheng, Karen

Specialist Orthodonist

Karen is a proud graduate of the University of Hong Kong, where she earned her dental degree. After graduating in 2014, she discovered her passion for orthodontics, particularly focusing on clear aligner treatments early in her career. Dedicated to providing exceptional care, she pursued specialist orthodontic training at Eastman Dental Hospital, earning a Master’s in Orthodontics (MClinDent) and Membership in Orthodontics (MOrth) from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Zahida Parveen

Dentist with Special Interest in Orthodontics

Zahida is a prize-winning student who graduated from Bristol University in 1988.

Zara Foster

Head Nurse

Zeyneb Al Shebib

Dentist with Special Interest in Orthodontics

Dr Zeyneb Al-Shebib completed her degree in Dental surgery from Spain and completed her masters in Orthodontics from Warwick University. She always had a passion for Orthodontics and enjoys every aspect of it. She practices exclusive Orthodontics.