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Here at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys our dedicated practice team is here to ensure that your care always comes first. We pride ourselves on our friendly and efficient nature and are always on hand to help.
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Dentists

Charlie Oates

GDC - 295787 BDS University of Central Lancashire 2021 Dentist

Charlie is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys who brings his meticulous attention to detail to his patients at our practice.

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Chloe Lockwood

GDC - 283249 BDS University of Glasgow 2019 Dentist

Chloe is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys who provides general dentistry as well as cosmetic orthodontic treatments.

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Cornelius Peethala

GDC - 145335 BDS Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Andhra Pradesh 2000 Dentist

Cornelius is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys who provides dental implants and specialises in oral surgery.

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Kirsty Woodmason

GDC - 227455 MFDS (RCS Ed ) 2014; BDS (Hons) University of Liverpool 2012 Associate Dentist

In 2015, Kirsty began working at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a private dentist.

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Kirsty WoodmasonDentists

GDC - 227455 MFDS (RCS Ed ) 2014; BDS (Hons) University of Liverpool 2012 Associate Dentist

In 2015, Kirsty began working at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a private dentist.

She enjoys all aspects of dentistry but is particularly passionate about cosmetic dentistry and short-term cosmetic orthodontic treatments, including Invisalign Go and Go Plus.

Dentists

Lydia Kama

GDC - 250393 Statutory Exam 2014; BDS Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences Andhra Pradesh 2007 Associate Dentist

Lydia is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys with experience in general dentistry, endodontics (root canal treatment), prosthodontics and restorative dentistry.

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Neil Airey

GDC - 290244 BDS University of Central Lancashire 2020 Associate Dentist

Neil is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys with experience in general dentistry and oral surgery.

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Nihad Vaid

GDC - 113414 PGDip Endo UCLan Preston 2011, BDS University of Manchester 2007 Dentist

Nihad is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys specialising in endodontic services.

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Parvaneh Shahnazari

GDC - 302358 Bachelor Degree in Dentistry Shahid Beheshti University 1997; Doctor in Dentistry (DD) 1996 Dentist

Parvaneh is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys with over 20 years’ experience in dentistry.

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Thomas Symm

GDC - 284394 BDS University of Central Lancashire 2019 Dentist

Thomas Symm is an associate dentist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

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Hygienists

Anna Elliott

GDC - 4093 Diploma Dental Therapy Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2011; Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Hygiene 1991 Dental Hygienist/ Therapist

Anna Elliott has been working in dentistry since leaving school, when she trained and qualified as a dental nurse at Leeds Dental Hospital in 1989.

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Anna ElliottHygienists

GDC - 4093 Diploma Dental Therapy Royal College of Surgeons Of England 2011; Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Hygiene 1991 Dental Hygienist/ Therapist

Anna Elliott has been working in dentistry since leaving school, when she trained and qualified as a dental nurse at Leeds Dental Hospital in 1989.

Anna continued her training at Liverpool Dental Hospital and qualified as a dental hygienist in 1991, after which she spent a few years working in general practice before taking a role as a dental hygienist in Saudi Arabia. Anna returned to the UK to study dental therapy in Manchester in 2011 and is now a valued member of our Bupa Dental Care team.

Hygienists

Franz Dela Cruz

GDC - 272786 BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Teesside University 2017 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Franz has been a dental therapist since qualifying in 2017.

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Franz Dela CruzHygienists

GDC - 272786 BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Teesside University 2017 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Franz has been a dental therapist since qualifying in 2017.

Soon after, he joined Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys to deliver NHS treatments alongside the practice clinicians, and to provide some direct access treatments. Franz enjoys all aspects of his role but has a particular passion for restorative work.

Hygienists

Simeon Birchall

GDC - 289664 Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy University of Sheffield 2020 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Simeon qualified as a dental hygienist and therapist in 2020 from Sheffield University.

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Simeon BirchallHygienists

GDC - 289664 Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy University of Sheffield 2020 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Simeon qualified as a dental hygienist and therapist in 2020 from Sheffield University.

He went on to work extensively in restorative and periodontal care, gaining significant experience at an array of NHS and private practices across Cumbria and Lancashire.

Hygienists

Vasundhara Yerramachu

GDC - 292162 Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2020 Dental Therapist

Vasundhara is currently working at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a dental hygienist and therapist.

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Vasundhara YerramachuHygienists

GDC - 292162 Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2020 Dental Therapist

Vasundhara is currently working at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a dental hygienist and therapist.

Vasundhara relocated to the UK in 2019 to undertake a postgraduate qualification in applied public health, and brings her professionalism and enthusiasm to her work each day as part of our fantastic team.

Hygienists

Zahraa Khameery

GDC - 297502 BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy University of Portsmouth 2021 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Zahraa is a dental therapist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

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Zahraa KhameeryHygienists

GDC - 297502 BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy University of Portsmouth 2021 Dental Therapist/Hygienist

Zahraa is a dental therapist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

Zahraa enjoys working to the full scope of her practice as a therapist, and particularly enjoys working with children. She places a considerable emphasis on patient comfort and care, and strives to make each appointment a positive experience for adults and children alike.

Dental Nurses

Alfie Tomlinson

Trainee Dental Nurse

Alfie Tomlinson joined the Bupa Dental Care Thornton team in December 2021 as a trainee dental nurse.

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Alfie TomlinsonDental Nurses

Trainee Dental Nurse

Alfie Tomlinson joined the Bupa Dental Care Thornton team in December 2021 as a trainee dental nurse.

He has since worked alongside many of the dentists at the practice as well as the therapists and hygienist. Alfie enjoys learning more every day and is excited to qualify towards the end of 2023, after which he plans to expand his training into more advanced areas. Alfie’s favourite part of the job is working with such an amazing team and being able to ensure patients have a comfortable and pleasant experience throughout their treatment.

Dental Nurses

Chantelle Orritt

Trainee Dental Nurse

Chantelle joined Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys in November 2022 as a trainee dental nurse and has been working hard to learn a wide range of new skills.

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Chantelle OrrittDental Nurses

Trainee Dental Nurse

Chantelle joined Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys in November 2022 as a trainee dental nurse and has been working hard to learn a wide range of new skills.

Chantelle hopes to qualify towards the end of 2023, and is looking forward to seeing what her future brings as part of the Bupa Dental Care team.

Dental Nurses

Danika Gibson

Trainee Dental Nurse

Danika has been part of the Bupa Dental Care team for two years and is coming to the end of her training.

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Danika GibsonDental Nurses

Trainee Dental Nurse

Danika has been part of the Bupa Dental Care team for two years and is coming to the end of her training.

Her role involves working closely with our dentist, Tom, with whom she treats patients, creating tailored treatment plans and ensuring their journey at our practice is as comfortable as possible. Danika is happy to work alongside such a supportive team in which everybody is willing to join forces to achieve the best results.

Dental Nurses

Gemma Stimpson

GDC - 159850 NVQ Level 3 Oral Healthcare Dental Nursing 2004, Dental Sedation Nursing – NEBDN 2005, Leadership and Management in Dental Decontamination 2019 Dental and Implant Nurse / Referral Coordinator

Gemma qualified as a dental nurse in 2004 and has spent 20 years working at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

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Gemma StimpsonDental Nurses

GDC - 159850 NVQ Level 3 Oral Healthcare Dental Nursing 2004, Dental Sedation Nursing – NEBDN 2005, Leadership and Management in Dental Decontamination 2019 Dental and Implant Nurse / Referral Coordinator

Gemma qualified as a dental nurse in 2004 and has spent 20 years working at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

Gemma supports various clinicians within the practice with general dentistry, oral surgery, dental implants and endodontics. Gemma always puts patients at ease and ensures their patient journey exceeds their expectations. Gemma is also studying towards her NEBDN Implant Nursing Qualification.

Dental Nurses

Jessica Prestedge

Trainee Dental Nurse

Jessica began her dental nurse training in September 2021.

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Jessica PrestedgeDental Nurses

Trainee Dental Nurse

Jessica began her dental nurse training in September 2021.

She joined the team at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys in April 2023, and is continuing her training at our practice while expanding her knowledge and skills. Since joining the Thornton-Cleveleys team, Jessica has worked alongside several of our dentists and hygiene therapists, developing her skills to ensure a comfortable and successful patient experience.

Dental Nurses

Lucie Parkinson

GDC - 300371 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2021 Dental Nurse

Lucie joined Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a trainee dental nurse in 2019 and qualified two years later. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry but has a particular passion for composite restorations.

Lucie ParkinsonDental Nurses

GDC - 300371 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2021 Dental Nurse

Lucie joined Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a trainee dental nurse in 2019 and qualified two years later. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry but has a particular passion for composite restorations.

Dental Nurses

Lucy Sewell

GDC - 171576 NEBDN NVQ Level 3 Dental Nursing 2007, Certificate in Dental Radiography NEBDN 2010, Advanced Level in Management 2012, Certificate in Dental Sedation – University of Liverpool 2013, Certificate in Oral Health – NEBDN 2023 Dental Nurse / Implant Nurse

Lucy joined the team at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys in 2022, bringing 15 years of industry experience to our practice.

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Lucy SewellDental Nurses

GDC - 171576 NEBDN NVQ Level 3 Dental Nursing 2007, Certificate in Dental Radiography NEBDN 2010, Advanced Level in Management 2012, Certificate in Dental Sedation – University of Liverpool 2013, Certificate in Oral Health – NEBDN 2023 Dental Nurse / Implant Nurse

Lucy joined the team at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys in 2022, bringing 15 years of industry experience to our practice.

An experienced and enthusiastic dental nurse, Lucy thoroughly enjoys general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, oral surgery and implant dentistry. She is constantly seeking ways to expand her dental knowledge and is currently studying for her NEBDN Dental Implant and Oral Surgery Nursing qualification. Lucy enjoys caring for patients and creating excellent patient journeys, making them feel as comfortable as possible.

Dental Nurses

Maria McGovern

Trainee Dental Nurse

Maria has worked as a trainee dental nurse at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys for over a year.

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Maria McGovernDental Nurses

Trainee Dental Nurse

Maria has worked as a trainee dental nurse at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys for over a year.

She relishes the opportunity to learn something new every day, and enjoys meeting new patients and helping them along their journey at the practice. Maria values the cooperation of the wider team, who are always supportive and make each day enjoyable. She is very much looking forward to qualifying as a dental nurse and continuing her career with Bupa Dental Care.

Dental Nurses

Nicola Broadway

GDC - 166112 Verified competency in Dental Nursing Dental Nurse

Nicola has worked as a dental nurse since 1988 and has gained verified competency in dental nursing.

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Nicola BroadwayDental Nurses

GDC - 166112 Verified competency in Dental Nursing Dental Nurse

Nicola has worked as a dental nurse since 1988 and has gained verified competency in dental nursing.

She has worked extensively in private and NHS practices, in orthodontic and oral surgery departments, and recently joined us here at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys. Nicola enjoys working alongside our experienced clinicians, and being part of a dedicated and supportive clinical team.

Dental Nurses

Olivia Darbyshire

GDC - 261734 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2015 Treatment Coordinator/Dental Nurse

Olivia is a dental nurse at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

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Olivia DarbyshireDental Nurses

GDC - 261734 Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2015 Treatment Coordinator/Dental Nurse

Olivia is a dental nurse at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

Training and qualifications

Olivia qualified as a dental nurse in 2014. She worked as a dental nurse at Stanage and Stanage before Bupa acquired the practice in 2020. Olivia is currently studying towards her radiography qualification. She is always keen to expand her knowledge and skills to support her role and assists the clinical team and patients to create a relaxed, smooth and informed visit. Olivia has gained further training in Invisalign clear aligners to support her role as treatment coordinator.

 

Dental Nurses

Sam Butterworth

GDC - 159858 NVQ L3 Oral Health Care: Dental Nursing & Independent Assessment City & Guilds 2007 Lead Dental Nurse

Samantha Butterworth is the lead dental nurse at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys with over 19 years’ experience in dentistry.

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Sam ButterworthDental Nurses

GDC - 159858 NVQ L3 Oral Health Care: Dental Nursing & Independent Assessment City & Guilds 2007 Lead Dental Nurse

Samantha Butterworth is the lead dental nurse at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys with over 19 years’ experience in dentistry.

Treatments offered

Having worked within our practice for all her dental nursing career, Samantha has now taken on the role of lead nurse and loves the challenges and responsibility that come with the job. She has worked with numerous dentists over the years and likes to provide patients with a positive patient journey from start to finish. Sam enjoys all aspects of dentistry and working with a fantastic team at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys.

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Deborah Simpson

GDC - 117427 NEBDN Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing 2004, NEBDN Certificate in Dental Sedation Nursing 2002, University of Nottingham Certificate in Oral Health Education 1996, NEBDSA Dental Nurse National Exam 1994 Practice Manager

Deborah has over 30 years’ experience working within the dentistry field and 27 years within Bupa Dental Care.

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Deborah SimpsonPractice

GDC - 117427 NEBDN Certificate in Orthodontic Nursing 2004, NEBDN Certificate in Dental Sedation Nursing 2002, University of Nottingham Certificate in Oral Health Education 1996, NEBDSA Dental Nurse National Exam 1994 Practice Manager

Deborah has over 30 years’ experience working within the dentistry field and 27 years within Bupa Dental Care.

Deborah has worked at various Bupa Dental Care practices throughout the North West, has extensive knowledge and experience in her field and is dedicated to her role. Deborah ensures that quality patient care and support is always delivered.

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Julie Purcell

Practice Coordinator

Julie has over 30 years’ experience working within the dentistry field, and first qualified as a dental nurse in 1992.

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Julie PurcellPractice

Practice Coordinator

Julie has over 30 years’ experience working within the dentistry field, and first qualified as a dental nurse in 1992.

When she relocated to the Fylde in 2006, Julie progressed to lead receptionist and then practice coordinator, and now supports the practice manager to ensure the smooth running of the practice.

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Karen McGinley

Receptionist

Karen has worked at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a receptionist for five years.

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Karen McGinleyPractice

Receptionist

Karen has worked at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys as a receptionist for five years.

She is passionate about her role and working as part of a fantastic team, and recognises how the hard work and dedication of each team member comes together to provide the best results for our patients.

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Karen Ormerod

Receptionist

Karen has worked as a receptionist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys for six years. She greatly enjoys her role and working alongside a fantastic team, as well as being part of the wider Bupa family.

Karen OrmerodPractice

Receptionist

Karen has worked as a receptionist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys for six years. She greatly enjoys her role and working alongside a fantastic team, as well as being part of the wider Bupa family.

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Seanene Sillis

Lead Receptionist

Seanene has been the lead receptionist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys since November 2022.

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Lead Receptionist

Seanene has been the lead receptionist at Bupa Dental Care Thornton-Cleveleys since November 2022.

She thoroughly enjoys her role for a number of different reasons, but guiding patients along their treatment plans and seeing the successful results has always been number one. Seanene values the fantastic work the whole Thornton-Cleveleys team undertakes and recognises the importance of ensuring every patient feels comfortable. No matter how nervous the customer feels as they walk through the door, Seanene’s friendly welcome instantly builds a bond of trust which leads to a calm and comfortable patient journey.

No, orthodontics for adults is becoming more and more common. We can talk through your options with you.

We do understand that some people really struggle with dental treatment. But we have lots of ways to help put you at ease. Please just tell us how you feel and what worries you, and then we can work together to decide on the right approach.

Generally we recommend twice yearly check-ups every six months. However, this varies on a case by case basis. Your Bupa Dental Care dentist will talk to you about when and how often we need to see you.

Fillings repair small holes in your tooth enamel. If they aren’t filled, the decay will deepen. You’ll start to feel pain, and you could end up needing root canal treatment, which is much more significant and costs more. So although you might not feel pain right now, it’s best to repair these holes as soon as possible.

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