Bupa Dental Care Brigg

Avril Fernandes-Monteiro

GDC - 103865 BDS Mumbai 1998, Statutory Exam 2006 Dentist

Avril enjoys all aspects of dentistry but has a keen interest in root canal therapy. She also provides social orthodontics.

Avril Fernandes-MonteiroDentists

GDC - 103865 BDS Mumbai 1998, Statutory Exam 2006 Dentist

Avril enjoys all aspects of dentistry but has a keen interest in root canal therapy. She also provides social orthodontics.

After graduating from the University of Mumbai in 1998, Avril worked in private and government practice, both in India and the Middle East. This allowed her to gain experience in offering comprehensive care to patients of all ages. After relocating to the UK, Avril took her international qualifying examination in 2006.

Davakis Makrakis

GDC - 217469 DipDS Thessaloniki 1994 Dentist

David graduated with distinction from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece in 1994. After qualifying, he served his military service as a full time dentist, gaining significant clinical experience.

Davakis MakrakisDentists

GDC - 217469 DipDS Thessaloniki 1994 Dentist

David graduated with distinction from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece in 1994. After qualifying, he served his military service as a full time dentist, gaining significant clinical experience.

For the next 17 years David ran his own general dental private practice in Heraklion, Greece. David then relocated to Britain, where he has been working in different dental practices in Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire.

David has extensive experience in many aspects of general dentistry and his passion for detail has made him achieve high standards of clinical results. David listens attentively, and is committed to providing guidance and advice to his patients, so that they can become better informed in the decisions made regarding their teeth. His aim is to improve patients’ oral health and well-being and to make their experience at the dentist as pleasant as can be. David is committed to advancing his skills on an ongoing basis and he therefore attends regular seminars and courses.

Karen McMillan

GDC - 76431 BDS Newcastle University 1999 Dentist

Joining our practice in 2005, Karen enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and has a calm chairside manner. She enjoys treating children and often visits schools to educate children on healthy eating and oral hygiene best practice.

Karen McMillanDentists

GDC - 76431 BDS Newcastle University 1999 Dentist

Joining our practice in 2005, Karen enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and has a calm chairside manner. She enjoys treating children and often visits schools to educate children on healthy eating and oral hygiene best practice.

Nikola Lepojevic

GDC - 271162 DDM University of Belgrade 2010, Registered under Section 15(1)(c) of the Dentists Act 1984 2017 Dentist

Dr Nikola Lepojevic joined our team as a private dentist in 2021. He’s currently studying for a PhD in orthodontics at the University of Belgrade in Serbia.

Nikola LepojevicDentists

GDC - 271162 DDM University of Belgrade 2010, Registered under Section 15(1)(c) of the Dentists Act 1984 2017 Dentist

Dr Nikola Lepojevic joined our team as a private dentist in 2021. He’s currently studying for a PhD in orthodontics at the University of Belgrade in Serbia.

Nikola enjoys caring for his patients and helping boost their smiles and confidence. He offers a wide range of services including composite fillings, dental crowns, porcelain veneers, dentures and bridges. He also provides smile makeovers and orthodontics using Invisalign aligners and Six Month Smiles.

Robert Bolt

GDC - 79463 BDS University of Sheffield 2001, MFDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2003 Implant Dentist

Rob is a specialist in oral surgery and provides dental implants at our practice. He accepts referrals from other dentists for implant treatment.

Robert BoltDentists

GDC - 79463 BDS University of Sheffield 2001, MFDS Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2003 Implant Dentist

Rob is a specialist in oral surgery and provides dental implants at our practice. He accepts referrals from other dentists for implant treatment.

Rob is both medically and dentally qualified and is a Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS) at The Royal College of Surgeons of England. He has trained in maxillofacial trauma, orthognathic surgery, lingual nerve repair and in the field of implants. He also has experience with tissue grafts.

He is the director of the one-to-one Dental Implantology course at the University of Sheffield where he also teaches postgraduate courses for implant placement. He has delivered national and international lectures on implant surgery and delivered webinars on bone grafting and the latest technology relating to dental implant design.

Rob is happy to work with other dentists to help them decide if implant referral is right for their patient. This includes discussing what options are available and how any difficulties can be managed, helping them make the right decision for the patient.

Vladimir Barbu

GDC - 262512 DMD Ovidius 2012 Dentist

Vlad qualified in Romania in 2012, before moving to the UK in 2016 where he joined Bupa Dental Care. Vlad joined the team in Brigg in August 2021 and has since become a much-loved member of the team. Vlad also helps our patients increase their smile confidence by providing Invisalign aligners.

Vladimir BarbuDentists

GDC - 262512 DMD Ovidius 2012 Dentist

Vlad qualified in Romania in 2012, before moving to the UK in 2016 where he joined Bupa Dental Care. Vlad joined the team in Brigg in August 2021 and has since become a much-loved member of the team. Vlad also helps our patients increase their smile confidence by providing Invisalign aligners.

Julie Knott

GDC - 114228 Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy University of Sheffield 2007 Dental Therapist

Julie worked as a dental nurse for 20 years before qualifying in dental therapy in 2007. Julie supports patients with their dental hygiene and provides gum treatment to prevent tooth loss. She accepts direct referrals from other clinicians in the area.

Julie KnottHygienists

GDC - 114228 Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy University of Sheffield 2007 Dental Therapist

Julie worked as a dental nurse for 20 years before qualifying in dental therapy in 2007. Julie supports patients with their dental hygiene and provides gum treatment to prevent tooth loss. She accepts direct referrals from other clinicians in the area.

Rebecca Pollard

GDC - 150541 BSc Oral Health Science University of Dundee 2008 Dental Hygienist/Therapist

Since qualifying from the University of Dundee in 2008, with an Oral Health Sciences degree, Becky has worked in dental practices in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.

Rebecca PollardHygienists

GDC - 150541 BSc Oral Health Science University of Dundee 2008 Dental Hygienist/Therapist

Since qualifying from the University of Dundee in 2008, with an Oral Health Sciences degree, Becky has worked in dental practices in Yorkshire and Lincolnshire.

She joined our team in 2021 and enjoys all aspects of hygiene and therapy, from helping patients improve and maintain their oral health, to providing restorative treatment for both adults and children. She’s dedicated to increasing patients’ awareness of their oral health and demonstrating how prevention is key to maintain a healthy smile.

Will Cottingham

GDC - 310270 BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy University of Birmingham 2023 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Will CottinghamHygienists

GDC - 310270 BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy University of Birmingham 2023 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Amy Smith

GDC - 235039 National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2012 Dental Nurse

Joining Bupa Dental Care Brigg in 2018, Amy thoroughly enjoys her role supporting our dentists.

Amy SmithDental Nurses

GDC - 235039 National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2012 Dental Nurse

Joining Bupa Dental Care Brigg in 2018, Amy thoroughly enjoys her role supporting our dentists.

Bethany Flecknor

GDC - 294518 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2021 Dental Nurse

Bethany joined the Brigg practice in April 2019 as a trainee dental nurse.

Bethany FlecknorDental Nurses

GDC - 294518 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2021 Dental Nurse

Bethany joined the Brigg practice in April 2019 as a trainee dental nurse.

Bethany qualified as a dental nurse in April 2021, and enjoys treating our patients and working alongside the rest of the team.

Gayle Starr

GDC - 159297 Verified competency in Dental Nursing Dental Nurse

Joining us in 2001, Gayle ensures new trainee dental nurses have good clinical principles and supports them during their first few months at the practice.

Gayle StarrDental Nurses

GDC - 159297 Verified competency in Dental Nursing Dental Nurse

Joining us in 2001, Gayle ensures new trainee dental nurses have good clinical principles and supports them during their first few months at the practice.

Kate Hewitt

GDC - 314084 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2023 Apprentice Dental Nurse

Kate joined the team as a trainee dental nurse in December 2021. Kate is working hard in surgery, while completing her City & Guilds in Dental Nursing.

Kate HewittDental Nurses

GDC - 314084 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2023 Apprentice Dental Nurse

Kate joined the team as a trainee dental nurse in December 2021. Kate is working hard in surgery, while completing her City & Guilds in Dental Nursing.

Katherine Rooker

GDC - 313074 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2023 Dental Nurse

Katherine has been coming to the practice since she was little as her mum, Rosie, is a dentist here. Katherine joined the practice in August 2021 as a trainee dental nurse.

Katherine RookerDental Nurses

GDC - 313074 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2023 Dental Nurse

Katherine has been coming to the practice since she was little as her mum, Rosie, is a dentist here. Katherine joined the practice in August 2021 as a trainee dental nurse.

Katie Chapman

GDC - 108339 NVQ L3 Oral Health Care:Dental Nursing& Indp Asses NEBDN 2006 Lead Nurse

Katie joined our practice in 2002 and qualified in 2006. In 2015, she became joint lead nurse for our practice, assisting our practice manager with clinical governance, infection control and auditing.

Katie ChapmanDental Nurses

GDC - 108339 NVQ L3 Oral Health Care:Dental Nursing& Indp Asses NEBDN 2006 Lead Nurse

Katie joined our practice in 2002 and qualified in 2006. In 2015, she became joint lead nurse for our practice, assisting our practice manager with clinical governance, infection control and auditing.

Katie is qualified to perform X-rays, take impressions for our dentists and advise patients around their oral health.

Katie White

GDC - 301129 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2022 Dental Nurse

Katie joined the team at Bupa Dental in Brigg in April 2021 and completed her dental nursing studies. She is fully qualified and enjoys using her skills to support patients and the rest of the team.

Katie WhiteDental Nurses

GDC - 301129 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2022 Dental Nurse

Katie joined the team at Bupa Dental in Brigg in April 2021 and completed her dental nursing studies. She is fully qualified and enjoys using her skills to support patients and the rest of the team.

Lindsay Croft

GDC - 247591 National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2013 Dental Nurse

Joining our practice in 2014, Lindsay completed her radiography exams in 2015, allowing her to perform X-rays. Lindsay enjoys speaking with our patients and ensuring they’re supported during their time at the practice.

Lindsay CroftDental Nurses

GDC - 247591 National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2013 Dental Nurse

Joining our practice in 2014, Lindsay completed her radiography exams in 2015, allowing her to perform X-rays. Lindsay enjoys speaking with our patients and ensuring they’re supported during their time at the practice.

Lucy Ratchford

GDC - 314153 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2024 Dental Nurse

Lucy RatchfordDental Nurses

GDC - 314153 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2024 Dental Nurse

Macey Blacknell

Apprentice Dental Nurse

Macey BlacknellDental Nurses

Apprentice Dental Nurse

Melanie 'Mel' Ramsay

GDC - 108946 Qual- National Certificate NEBDN 2002 Lead Nurse

Mel has worked at the practice since 1995. She is qualified in oral health education and holds oral health sessions with children and parents.

Melanie 'Mel' RamsayDental Nurses

GDC - 108946 Qual- National Certificate NEBDN 2002 Lead Nurse

Mel has worked at the practice since 1995. She is qualified in oral health education and holds oral health sessions with children and parents.

Mel is one of our two lead nurses. A large part of her role is controlling our stock and ordering, but she also supports our nursing team, gives them training and guidance when required.

Natalie Burton

GDC - 108742 Transferred from BADN Voluntary Register Dental Nurse

Nat joined the practice in 2000 and qualified in 2003. She went on to complete her radiography qualifications, meaning she can now assist with setting up and taking X-rays.

Natalie BurtonDental Nurses

GDC - 108742 Transferred from BADN Voluntary Register Dental Nurse

Nat joined the practice in 2000 and qualified in 2003. She went on to complete her radiography qualifications, meaning she can now assist with setting up and taking X-rays.

Nat is always calm and serene, creating a comfortable atmosphere for patients. She enjoys working with our implant dentist and supporting our implant patients through their procedures.

Penny Green

GDC - 237805 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2012 Dental Nurse

Penny joined the team in 2021 and is an experienced nurse. Penny has quickly settled into the team and now supports our implant dentist in providing patients with an excellent and smooth implant service.

Penny GreenDental Nurses

GDC - 237805 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2012 Dental Nurse

Penny joined the team in 2021 and is an experienced nurse. Penny has quickly settled into the team and now supports our implant dentist in providing patients with an excellent and smooth implant service.

Christine Ferguson

Practice Manager

Christine joined Bupa Dental Care in 2021. With over 25 years of experience in the dental industry and 9 years as a practice manager she is leading the team at Brigg to ensure the best dental care is provided to the community.

Christine FergusonPractice

Practice Manager

Christine joined Bupa Dental Care in 2021. With over 25 years of experience in the dental industry and 9 years as a practice manager she is leading the team at Brigg to ensure the best dental care is provided to the community.

Janet Cousins

Receptionist

Janet joined our team as a receptionist at the beginning of 2020 after a long career in dental and health care. She enjoys the interaction with our patients and being part of our great team.

Janet CousinsPractice

Receptionist

Janet joined our team as a receptionist at the beginning of 2020 after a long career in dental and health care. She enjoys the interaction with our patients and being part of our great team.

Kelly Wilkinson

Receptionist

Kelly joined Bupa Dental Care Brigg in 2022. She has joined the team after previously working in the care industry, so brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to the reception team.

Kelly WilkinsonPractice

Receptionist

Kelly joined Bupa Dental Care Brigg in 2022. She has joined the team after previously working in the care industry, so brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to the reception team.

Marie Jordan

GDC - 109306 Qual- National Certificate NEBDN 2000 Practice Co-ordinator

Marie qualified as a dental nurse in 2000 and has qualifications in radiography and oral health education. Marie now supports the management of the practice, in particular, ensuring the practice remains compliant with all relevant schemes, protocols and policies on a daily basis.

Marie JordanPractice

GDC - 109306 Qual- National Certificate NEBDN 2000 Practice Co-ordinator

Marie qualified as a dental nurse in 2000 and has qualifications in radiography and oral health education. Marie now supports the management of the practice, in particular, ensuring the practice remains compliant with all relevant schemes, protocols and policies on a daily basis.