Bupa Dental Care Queens Road

Clare Perrell-Jones

GDC - 74416 BDS (Hons) (Newcastle 1998), MSc Restorative Dentistry (Warwick) Associate Dentist

Clare has a master’s degree in restorative dentistry and takes a particular interest in implants and orthodontics.

Clare Perrell-JonesDentists

GDC - 74416 BDS (Hons) (Newcastle 1998), MSc Restorative Dentistry (Warwick) Associate Dentist

Clare has a master’s degree in restorative dentistry and takes a particular interest in implants and orthodontics.

After graduating from Newcastle University Dental School in 1998, Clare worked in the North East of England for two years. She then moved to Aberdeen and worked at a private dental practice for 16 years before joining our team at Queens Road.

She regularly undertakes courses to further develop her skills. She did a year-long certificate in dental implants and has completed postgraduate studies in intravenous sedation. She has taken several cosmetic orthodontic courses and is now accredited to provide short-term teeth straightening treatments such as Invisalign.

More significantly, Clare completed the four-year master’s degree in Restorative Dentistry at the University of Warwick, passing with distinction. This enables her to diagnose and treat more complex cases such as worn or missing teeth, aesthetic issues, and gum problems.

Ania Ratkowska

GDC - 104529 BDS (Gdansk 1998) Associate Dentist

Ania qualified and worked in Gdansk, Poland, before joining us here in Aberdeen.

Ania RatkowskaDentists

GDC - 104529 BDS (Gdansk 1998) Associate Dentist

Ania qualified and worked in Gdansk, Poland, before joining us here in Aberdeen.

Ania graduated in 1989 from the Medical Academy in Gdansk. She then worked as an associate dentist in Gdansk for seven years before moving to Scotland in 2006.

She has a particular interest in combining aesthetic and minimally invasive dentistry, and she enjoys restoring and enhancing patients’ smiles with state-of-the-art procedures.

Ania joined us full-time in 2017 after working here part-time for two years.

Donald McIntosh

Dentist

Donald has been working for several years in general private practice in the North of Scotland. He has experience in many aspects of dentistry and has a particular interest in oral surgery, dental implants and restorative dentistry.

Donald McIntoshDentists

Dentist

Donald has been working for several years in general private practice in the North of Scotland. He has experience in many aspects of dentistry and has a particular interest in oral surgery, dental implants and restorative dentistry.

Donald has a diploma in Oral Implantology and Rehabilitation from the University of Maimonides in Argentina. He offers straightforward and complex implant placements, bone grafting, sinus lifts and soft tissue grafting.

He also has experience in orthodontic treatment, from fixed solutions to aligner therapy, and can provide intravenous sedation for anxious patients. He routinely carries out complex extractions, wisdom tooth extractions and surgical extractions in practice and accepts referrals for these treatments.

In addition, Donald is clinical lecturer at the University of Aberdeen.

Sandhya Somaru

GDC - 282819 BDS University of Witwatersrand 2005 Associate Dentist

Sandhya SomaruDentists

GDC - 282819 BDS University of Witwatersrand 2005 Associate Dentist

Javier Bobes Bascaran

GDC - 254944 BDS, MSc, PhD (Oviedo, Spain, 2007) Associate Dentist

Javier is highly qualified, holding a master’s in prosthodontics and a PhD in implant-related biomechanics.

Javier Bobes BascaranDentists

GDC - 254944 BDS, MSc, PhD (Oviedo, Spain, 2007) Associate Dentist

Javier is highly qualified, holding a master’s in prosthodontics and a PhD in implant-related biomechanics.

After qualifying in Spain in 2007, Javier worked in private practice before moving to Aberdeen in 2015.

He also holds a diploma in implantology, an MSc in prosthodontics, and a PhD in the field of biomechanics in implant-supported prostheses. He is trained in orthodontics, craneo-facial disorders, sleep apnoea, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, kinesiology, and posturology.

Javier manages a wide range of dental cases. One day he might be using a simple splint to reduce headache, jaw problems and excessive wear for a patient who grinds or clenches their teeth. Another day, he may be using implants, crowns or bridges to help improve a patient’s ability to chew (and therefore to enjoy a varied diet).

He also enjoys carrying out smile makeovers with the latest technologies and treatments, including veneers, teeth whitening and teeth straightening.

Javier has presented at several meetings of the Spanish Society of Stomatological and Esthetic Prostheses (SEPES), the Spanish Society of Craniomandibular Disorders and Orofacial Pain (SEDCYDO), and a well-recognised dental college in Asturias.

Victoria Mueller

GDC - 265621 BDS (Aberdeen 2016) Associate Dentist

Victoria is committed to NHS dentistry and also holds degrees in archaeological science.

Victoria MuellerDentists

GDC - 265621 BDS (Aberdeen 2016) Associate Dentist

Victoria is committed to NHS dentistry and also holds degrees in archaeological science.

Victoria graduated from the University of Aberdeen in 2016. She completed her training in a busy NHS practice in the Scottish Highlands, practising general dentistry but also tackling challenging clinical situations and complex treatment plans.

She came to us in 2017, bringing with her a focus on minimally invasive and preventative dental care for all the family under the NHS.

Victoria also has degrees in archaeological science. Her research thesis, which related to the use of human skeletal and dental tissue to assess diet and climate change in fourteenth-century London, led to her desire to train as a dentist.

Aileen Robbie

GDC - 3899 Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Hygiene 1990 Dental Hygienist

After qualifying from Dundee Dental Hospital in 1990, Aileen worked in an NHS hospital, treating patients with complex and additional needs. She joined our practice in 1998 and enjoys being a part of our dedicated team.

Aileen RobbieHygienists

GDC - 3899 Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Hygiene 1990 Dental Hygienist

After qualifying from Dundee Dental Hospital in 1990, Aileen worked in an NHS hospital, treating patients with complex and additional needs. She joined our practice in 1998 and enjoys being a part of our dedicated team.

Aileen regularly attends courses to develop her skills and understand recent advances and guidelines in dentistry. She’s a member of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy.

Jennifer Stewart

GDC - 4794 Diploma in Dental Hygiene 1994 Dental Hygienist

Jennifer StewartHygienists

GDC - 4794 Diploma in Dental Hygiene 1994 Dental Hygienist

Jithin Jose

GDC - 306700 Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2023 Dental Hygienist / Therapist

Jithin JoseHygienists

GDC - 306700 Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2023 Dental Hygienist / Therapist

Amber Swanson

GDC - 137295 National Certificate NEBDN 2008 Dental Nurse

Originally from Northern Ireland, Amber joined the practice in 2001 and qualified as a dental nurse in 2007. Amber enjoys everything about her role at the practice, especially meeting new patients and providing continuing care for existing patients.

Amber SwansonDental Nurses

GDC - 137295 National Certificate NEBDN 2008 Dental Nurse

Originally from Northern Ireland, Amber joined the practice in 2001 and qualified as a dental nurse in 2007. Amber enjoys everything about her role at the practice, especially meeting new patients and providing continuing care for existing patients.

Courtney Riddle

GDC - 293350 SVQ in Dental Nursing at SCQF level 7 SQA 2020 Dental Nurse

Courtney started her dental nursing journey in 2018 at an orthodontic practice. She joined our team in 2019 and qualified as a dental nurse a year later.

Courtney RiddleDental Nurses

GDC - 293350 SVQ in Dental Nursing at SCQF level 7 SQA 2020 Dental Nurse

Courtney started her dental nursing journey in 2018 at an orthodontic practice. She joined our team in 2019 and qualified as a dental nurse a year later.

Daidze Dudina

GDC - 275949 Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2018 Lead Dental Nurse

Daidze Dudina, known to her patients as Dee, moved from Latvia to Aberdeen to work as a dental nurse. She qualified as a dental nurse and joined our practice in May 2018. Dee has a particular interest in infection control.

Daidze DudinaDental Nurses

GDC - 275949 Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2018 Lead Dental Nurse

Daidze Dudina, known to her patients as Dee, moved from Latvia to Aberdeen to work as a dental nurse. She qualified as a dental nurse and joined our practice in May 2018. Dee has a particular interest in infection control.

Ellana Ross

GDC - 311819 SVQ in Dental Nursing at SCQF level 7 SQA 2023 Dental Nurse

Ellie Ross started her dental nursing journey in 2021 and qualified shortly after. Ellie joined our team in November 2023.

Ellana Ross Dental Nurses

GDC - 311819 SVQ in Dental Nursing at SCQF level 7 SQA 2023 Dental Nurse

Ellie Ross started her dental nursing journey in 2021 and qualified shortly after. Ellie joined our team in November 2023.

Heather Rarity

GDC - 140310 NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Aberdeen 2007) Dental Nurse

Heather trained as a dental nurse and also holds a qualification in radiography.

Heather RarityDental Nurses

GDC - 140310 NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Aberdeen 2007) Dental Nurse

Heather trained as a dental nurse and also holds a qualification in radiography.

Although she began working with us in 1996, Heather didn’t decide to train as a dental nurse until 2007. She then passed her dental radiography exams, enabling her to take patient X-rays using our state-of-the-art digital radiography equipment.

Kirsty Wishart

GDC - 297728 National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2021 Dental Nurse

Kirsty WishartDental Nurses

GDC - 297728 National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2021 Dental Nurse

Rhea Cusiter

GDC - 246100 NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Aberdeen 2012) Dental Nurse

Rhea qualified as a dental nurse in 2009.

Rhea CusiterDental Nurses

GDC - 246100 NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing (Aberdeen 2012) Dental Nurse

Rhea qualified as a dental nurse in 2009.

After joining us as a trainee dental nurse in 2009, Rhea has now qualified and is experienced in assisting with surgical procedures.

Valeriya Wilson

Trainee Dental Nurse

Valeriya Wilson Dental Nurses

Trainee Dental Nurse

Ben Ledingham

Receptionist

Ben Ledingham recently moved from the region of Sutherland in the Highlands to Aberdeen and joined our team in December 2023.

Ben Ledingham Practice

Receptionist

Ben Ledingham recently moved from the region of Sutherland in the Highlands to Aberdeen and joined our team in December 2023.

Ben has a background from golf to other industries with a focus on customer service and hospitality. Ben joined our reception team on the front desk and looks forward to welcoming old and new patients to the practice.

Beverly McGregor

Practice Manager

Beverly joined Bupa Dental Care in 2020 and has many years’ experience working in customer focused environments with diverse teams.

Beverly McGregorPractice

Practice Manager

Beverly joined Bupa Dental Care in 2020 and has many years’ experience working in customer focused environments with diverse teams.

She excels in people management and creating strategic plans to accomplish success. She aims to be a democratic and motivational leader for her team and works towards continuously improving the operational running of the practice.

Emma Hay

Practice Coordinator

Emma Hay joined the practice in 2018. Emma has undertaken various roles in different Bupa Dental Care practices, and currently supports the daily running of the practice and is particularly interested in clinical compliance.

Emma Hay Practice

Practice Coordinator

Emma Hay joined the practice in 2018. Emma has undertaken various roles in different Bupa Dental Care practices, and currently supports the daily running of the practice and is particularly interested in clinical compliance.

Emma Pye

Treatment Coordinator

Emma recently returned to Aberdeen after living overseas for 24 years and is an important member of our receptionist team.

Emma PyePractice

Treatment Coordinator

Emma recently returned to Aberdeen after living overseas for 24 years and is an important member of our receptionist team.

Loraine Woodcock

Receptionist

Loraine Woodcock Practice

Receptionist

Monika Pietruk

Lead Receptionist

Monika previously worked in both a private podiatry clinic and optical clinic. She enjoys helping patients receive the best care and attention possible and finding new ways to approach complex issues.

Monika PietrukPractice

Lead Receptionist

Monika previously worked in both a private podiatry clinic and optical clinic. She enjoys helping patients receive the best care and attention possible and finding new ways to approach complex issues.

Nicole Deans

Decontamination Assistant

Nicole DeansPractice

Decontamination Assistant