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Dr .Chloe France
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle, United Kingdom, 2010
GDC No: 193716
Originally from Kent, I ventured to the far north east to study at Newcastle University and now have made it a place I love to call home. Since graduating in 2010, I have spent time teaching students within the Dental School and time in general practice. I really enjoy providing a full range of
treatment, especially to anxious patients and children, trying to make them feel at ease in the dental setting. I thoroughly enjoy providing cosmetic treatments but am fully dedicated to the NHS system.
I have fallen in love with the Northumberland Coast and enjoy walking and exploring new areas with my family and friends. In my spare time I will most likely be found on the beach with sand between my toes or splashing in the sea.
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Dr.James Goodman
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle, United Kingdom, 2000
GDC No: 77862
James graduated from Newcastle University in 2000 and has worked across a number of practices providing both NHS and Private dentistry. James strives to improve the oral health of his patients and build confidence with those who are dental phobic, giving them all the confidence to smile. In 2011 he completed the highly regarded ‘One to One’ Implant course at the University of Sheffield and has been providing implant dentistry to a very high standard since.
James has a passion for cosmetic dentistry and is an established provider of Invisalign, a virtually invisible, removable solution for those wanting to straighten their teeth. He now focuses his time on providing private cosmetic dentistry and offers complimentary consultations for those wanting smile makeovers, implants and orthodontic treatments.
James lives in Newcastle with his wife, daughter and dog and in his spare time, enjoys being active, making time for fell walking and mountain biking.
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Dr.Lisa Mearns
Qualified from: BDS Ncle, United Kingdom, 1990
GDC No: 65457
Lisa qualified in 1990 from Newcastle University and has worked in general dental practice ever since. On qualifying she developed an interest in treating nervous patients, of which there were many, leading to an interest in sedation. Lisa has now been treating patients successfully with sedation since 1991, building many patient's confidence along the way. She treats patients both with and without sedation ensuring the best treatment for her patients. Lisa is a member of SAAD and keeps up to date with all new developments. She has worked in Blyth since 2000 and in that time has helped many patients to overcome their fears and receive dental treatment. Outside of work, Lisa is married with three children, two dogs and six hens and enjoys spending time outdoors.
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Dr.Neil Watson
Qualified from: BDS Ncle, United Kingdom, 1990
GDC No: 65475
Neil studied dentistry at Newcastle University and qualified in 1990 and has worked in general practice since. He provides NHS and private dentistry and also offers private dental plans:- a cost effective way to spread the cost of dental treatment over monthly direct debits.
Neil has a special interest in implant dentistry which he has been providing successfully at the practice in Blyth since 2006. He restores everything from single teeth to full mouth and smile makeovers and really enjoys seeing the life changing results this gives his patients.
Neil strives to give every one of his patients the individual care and attention they deserve. Improving their oral health and giving them the confidence to smile.
Neil is married with a son and he enjoys spending his time watching rugby and socialising with friends when he has free time.
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Dr.Rachel Brett
Qualified from: Leeds United Kingdom, 2011
GDC No: 211144
Rachel qualified from The University of Leeds in 2011, shortly after she completed The Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties at the Royal College of Surgeons in London. Since then, she has worked as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical trainee and in mixed NHS/private practices in Yorkshire and Northumberland.
From 2016-18 Rachel lived and worked in South Australia, gaining experience in comprehensive private and cosmetic treatments such as composite bonding and CAD/CAM crowns and bridges. She is also Invisalign qualified and provides Enlighten whitening treatments.
Rachel loves to travel, and has spent time in India and Tanzania training doctors and nurses how to look after the dental needs of their remote populations.
After returning to the UK, Rachel completed a Certificate in Facilitating Education in Healthcare Practice from the University of Central Lancashire and plans to act as a trainer-mentor to newly qualified dentists in the near-future.
Rachel is a personable, friendly dentist priding herself on communication skills. She loves talking to patients and helping them overcome any dental anxiety.
Outside of work, she's kept on her toes by her two young children and enjoys anything that involves being outdoors, particularly spending time in her childhood village of Bamburgh.
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Dr.Richard John Fretwell
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle, United Kingdom, 1997
GDC No: 73146
Richard comes from Wakefield in West Yorkshire. He qualified in 1997 from Newcastle University and has worked continuously in general practice.
Richard has a continuing commitment to post-graduate education and is also a member of the Dental Sedation Teachers Group the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) and the British Dental Association.
Richard has a strong interest in orthodontics, particularly invisible braces. He is an experienced Invisalign Doctor. His other interests include, cosmetic dentistry and the treatment of anxious patients.
Outside of dentistry, Richard enjoys spending time with his children and fiancée Clare. He really enjoys walking their dog Monty and keeping fit.
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Miss.Jenna Lovell
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: Dip Dent Hygiene & Therapy United Kingdom, 2006
GDC No: 102890
I graduated as a Dental Hygienist in 2006 from Newcastle University. Previously I worked as a Dental Nurse and Oral Health Educator in my own home town Blackpool.
I have now worked at {my}dentist, Cowpen Road for 16 years, so I have a very established patient list and know my patients well. I welcome new patients to the practice and like to make patients visits comfortable and relaxed. The part I enjoy most about my job is helping patients achieve the end results that they are hoping for. Whether that may be to have whiter teeth, be pain free or have less staining. I like my patients to leave with a smile they are proud of, and a willingness to return.
I have a little boy who keeps me busy most of the time, we are always outdoors. We enjoy exploring national trust and heritage sites most weekends and like to paddleboard and swim. I also enjoy cooking and running.
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Dr.Hannah Playford
Qualified from: BDS UK, 2013
GDC No: 244190
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Dr.Helen Byrne
Qualified from: BDS Ncle, United Kingdom, 2004
GDC No: 83317
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Dr.Kate Anderson
Qualified from: BChD Leeds, United Kingdom, 1993
GDC No: 69590
Kate qualified in December 1993 from Leeds University and has worked in general dental practice ever since. Completing her Vocational Training in Leeds, then practising for 19 years in Putney, London before returning to Newcastle in 2014. Kate has worked here at the Blyth practice since her return to the North East.
Kate took a year long course in restorative dental treatment at UCL London in 2008. This course involved 30 full day lectures and a final examination.
Outside work Kate is married with 2 very active, busy children, which manages to take up all of Kate's spare time and also a lazy dog.
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