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Dr.Agne Sinkuniene
Qualified from: D Dent Kaunas,Lithuania, 2004
GDC No: 103362
Dr Agne Sinkuniene completed her Dental Technician Diploma from Kaunas College of Medicine in 1999 and qualified as Doctor of Dentistry from Kaunas University of Medicine Lithuania, in 2004. She then moved to the UK and joined{my}dentist Liverpool practice in 2006 and then the Gloucester practice in 2008.
Agne has taken various postgraduate courses, denture excellence and Short-Term Orthodontic treatments with Six Months Smiles. She has found her work very rewarding as a dentist offering gentle and sympathetic approach to her patients ensuring they all have a great patient journey.
In her spare time Agne enjoys travelling and spending time with her family and friends.
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Dr.Alicja Machowska
Qualified from: Lek Stom Wroclaw, Poland, 2000
GDC No: 100367
Alicja qualified in 2000 from the faculty of Dentistry, Medical School, Wroclaw Medical University in, Poland receiving her degree of Doctor of Dentistry. Since graduating Alicja has regularly been undertaking postgraduate dental courses in various fields, with an emphasis on cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
Alicja joined {my}dentist in 2013 and believes in improving patients smiles and that they should be confident with their appearance and smile. Alicja offers 6 Month Smile (Clear Braces). Alicja is committed to providing the best possible treatments available to patients. She hopes to make a positive contribution to your dental health, in turn your confidence and contentment. Her dedication to excellence continues.
Alicja and her team will provide you with the best quality care in a relaxing and comforting environment.
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Dr.Angela Wilson
Qualified from: BDS United Kingdom, 1987
GDC No: 62094
Angela has enjoyed working in general practice since qualifying at Birmingham University in 1987. Angela was a Principal dentist in partnership with her husband in Cumbria for 23 years and continued to work in the same practice as well as join the {my}dentist team at Gloucester. Angela decided to move to Gloucester to be near her family and friends. She enjoys most aspects of dentistry and finds that her calming manner helps to put even the most nervous patients at ease. Angela enjoys spending time with her family and in her spare time enjoys cooking, sewing and listening to music.
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Dr.Diana Pana
Qualified from: DMD-Cluj-Napoca 2013 Cluj-Napoca, 2003
GDC No: 175691
Diana graduated from Medical University with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree (DMD) in 2003. She has furthered her knowledge of various aspects of restorative and aesthetic dentistry by completing a two-year postgraduates diploma program at Dominic Hassall Training Institute Birmingham.
In addition to widen her portfolio of treatments Diana has developed a special interest in Anterior Alignment Orthodontics. She has completed various advanced and prestigious courses and she is now an insured and experienced practitioner of AAO (6 Month Smiles, Clear Smile Braces, Inman Aligner and Clear Correct).
Since her passion is orthodontics, Diana underwent an Advance Orthodontic Course at IAS Academy with Professor Ross Hobson. Therefore, she can provide patients with comprehensive straightening teeth, for adults and children.
Diana is committed to providing you with the very best professional and personalised service to ensure a complete understanding of your requirements.
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Dr.Dimitra Sarivasileiou
Qualified from: DDS Greece, 2018
GDC No: 284581
Dr. Dimitra Sarivasileiou graduated from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in Greece in 2018 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree. Both as a student and after she graduated, she attended various congresses, where she presented two scientific announcements. While studying dentistry, Dimitra was working as a dental assistant for 5 years, which helped her to familiarize with the needs of a dental practice and to master her communication skills with dental patients. After her graduation, she started her dental career in Greece first at a private orthodontic practice and then at a private dental practice, where she gained experience and expanded her critical ability. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry, with a keen interest on prosthetic dentistry. She believes helping nervous patients to overcome their dental fears and detecting in time oral soft tissues’ pathological diseases are two of the most fundamental parts of dentistry. In her free time, she enjoys reading books, playing the piano and travelling.
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Dr.Lavinia Sanda Duse
Qualified from: DMD Ovidius, Romania, 2007
GDC No: 190106
Dr Lavinia Duse graduated from the Ovidius University Constanta Dental School Romania in 2007. Lavinia first started her dental career in Constanta as a private dentist. She joined the {my}dentist Gloucester practice in 2010 and has been working here ever since.
In 2011 she achieved her Diploma in implant placement and implant restoration from Straumann and is committed to continual professional development within dentistry.
Lavinia has an interest in cosmetic dentistry, she is a certified provider of both Quick Straight Teeth and Invisalign Go.
In her spare time Lavinia enjoys travelling abroad and in her free time spending time with her family and friends.
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Dr.Mariusz Zawada
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: DDS 20002, MSc Manchester 2009 UK, 2002
GDC No: 106353
Mariusz Daniel Zawada DDS,MSc,OMFS (Manchester)
Mariusz graduated from the Pomeranian Medical University in 2002 with a degree of Doctor of Dental Surgery and has studied implant dentistry across the UK, Europe and Australia and earned his Master of Science degree in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from the University of Manchester with distinction.
Providing the most advanced dental care in a comfortable atmosphere is the priority of Mariusz. Along with cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetics, implantology is one of his main professional interests.
Mariusz regularly attends courses at a national and international level, which enable him to apply to the latest technologies and techniques.
Mariusz is married with a young son and daughter. When not delivering great dentistry or spending the time with family he enjoys reading, riding his bike, skiing and paragliding.
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Dr.Naiz Khan
Qualified from: BDS Brist,United Kingdom, 2005
GDC No: 101469
I qualified at the University of Bristol in 2005 and have been working here since 2006. I started providing Invisalign in 2012 and Clear correct in 2019 and use it to help treat a variety of orthodontic concerns including teeth that are crooked, crowded or with gaps – but because it is clear, removable and comfortable, it won’t interfere with your life.
I endeavour to create a friendly and professional long lasting patient relationship based on honesty and trust. I try to put people at ease, provide the best care I can and have you leave with a smile.
A fulfilling aspect of my job as a dentist is combining the art and science of dentistry to help create and increase confidence and self-esteem in my patients.
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Dr.Natalia Agalakova
Qualified from: Dip Dent Tartu,Estonia, 2005
GDC No: 100225
Natalia graduated from the University of Tartu, Estonia in 2005. Having started in NHS practice just outside of Liverpool soon after Graduation, she joined the Gloucester team in 2007 and has been with this practice ever since.
Natalia is passionate about creating beautiful smiles, whether it’s with with simple whitening, composite bonding and minor tooth alignment; or veneers, crowns and restoration of worn and tired looking teeth or tooth replacement with an implant.
She would also help you encase your smile with the range of facial aesthetic treatments.
Dr Agalakova has successfully achieved a Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Aesthetic Dentistry (2010) and received a distinction mark on Postgraduate Certificate in Restorative Dental Practice (2012) at the world renowned Eastman Dental Institute (University College London). During the past few years Natalia have undertaken a number of additional courses with the objective to develop better theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of dentistry. With a particular focus on facial aesthetic treatments (Natalia has obtained a distinction mark in Masterclass in Facial Aesthetics from the Royal College of Surgeons(2015-2016) but also Dental implant placement and restoration. Recently Natalia has added Invisalign Go to her portfolio of skills.
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Dr.Pantelis Manolis
Qualified from: MDDr Greece, 2016
GDC No: 283217
I Pantelis Manolis graduated from University of Bratislava in Greece in 2016 with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (MDDr) degree. After my graduation, I started my dental career in Greece at a private dental practice at an Army Base for Special forces, where I gained experience and expanded my critical ability. I then moved to the UK in 2020 and joined our practice in Gloucester. I enjoy all aspects of dentistry and finds my calming manner helps put even the most nervous patients at ease. I believe in helping nervous patients to overcome their dental fears. In my spare time I enjoy travelling and spending time with family and friends.
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Dr.Raziyeh Moballeghi
Qualified from: DDS Iran, MSc Manchester. Iran, 2014
GDC No: 288370
I qualified as a Doctor of Dentistry (DDS) in 2014. After three years of working in general dentistry, I decided to enhance my skills in endodontics and completed 3-years Clinical MSc in Endodontics at The University of Manchester 2017-2020. While studying, I was also involved in teaching undergraduate students in Manchester dental hospital. Now, I work as a Dentist with Special Interests (DWSI) in Endodontics, providing advanced endodontic treatments. I welcome all types of endodontic complex cases including root resorption, sclerosed canals, open apexes, complex anatomies, dental trauma, removing/bypassing separated instruments, removing broken posts, perforation repair and re-treatment.
In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, swimming, socializing and meeting new people, reading books and taking my dogs for a countryside walk. I am also a keen traveller.
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Miss.Alice Hutton
Qualified from: NEBDN United Kingdom, 2018
GDC No: 279323
Alice joined the practice in 2016, she became a qualified dental nurse in 2018. She completed the Straumann implant nurse training and has been able to nurse alongside clinicians placing implants. In 2020 Alice furthered her knowledge and completed an NEBDN Dental Radiography qualification, enabling her to take radiographs under a clinician’s prescription. This is her biggest achievement during her Dental Nursing career.
Alice has a great interest in dentistry and especially cosmetic dentistry. She has a vast knowledge of treatments which she can talk to patients about to enable them to make an informed decision and become confident and happier in their smile. Due to this Alice has expanded her roles within the practice and became a Treatment Co-ordinator in April 2021.
In her spare time Alice likes to cook and enjoys shopping for anything beauty and skincare related to add to her collection.
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Miss.Molly Owen
Qualified from: NEBDN United Kingdom, 2016
GDC No: 266237
Molly joined the practice in 2014 and became a qualified dental nurse in 2016. She has since completed the Straumann implant nurse course followed by the advanced implant nurse course meaning she can nurse alongside clinicians placing implants and oral surgery. Molly became a treatment coordinator in 2018.
Molly has a great interest in cosmetic dentistry and improving smiles as well as great IT skills and social media. She manages our social media platforms and interacts with our online patients.
In her spare time Molly enjoys visiting new places, being on the go, watching sunsets and spending time with her family and friends.
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Mrs.Catherine Marie Ann Mancey
(Therapist)
Qualified from: BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy University of Plymouth 2020 United Kingdom, 2020
GDC No: 258125
Catherine graduated as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist BSc (Hons) from Peninsula Dental School at the University of Plymouth in 2020. She began her dental career in 2013 and completed her dental nurse training in 2015 so is well adapted to the profession.
Catherine takes a patient centred approach and is passionate about working with patients to educate and treat them to encourage excellent oral health, taking a holistic approach to fundamentally place prevention of disease and the individual care of patients above all else. She enjoys all aspects of her role and her calm nature particularly helps ease nervous patients.
In her spare time, she enjoys soaking up the sunshine on walks with her husband and visiting friends and family. On the rainy days, she likes to snuggle up on the sofa with their cat Baloo and has recently self-taught to crochet.
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Ms.Julie Simpkins
(Therapist)
Qualified from: Brist United Kingdom, 2011
GDC No: 5888
Julie Simpkins qualified as a Dental hygienist in 2001 within the Royal Navy, then as a Dental Therapist 2011 from Bristol dental school. Julie was Dental Hygienist of the year finalist 2018. holds qualifications in oral health promotion, diet and nutrition, and is a qualified smoking cessation councillor, Julie plans to begin her MSC in periodontal disease next year.
Julie enjoys treating Nervous patients, has a keen interest in paediatric dentistry. She works alongside a periodontal specialist and is current with the latest periodontal and peri implantitis treatments, including guided biofilm removal. She is very proficient at both in chair and home tooth whitening treatments.
In her spare time Julie volunteers with ‘Oral Health in Developing Countries’ visiting Nepal to help set up free dental clinics, in the UK Julie voluntarily visits schools providing dental health education.
Animal conservation is a passion, Julie visits south Africa frequently to support a lion rehabilitation centre, Julie helps assist with dental treatments for lions, without which these lions may not be rereleased into the wild.
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Mrs.Abigail Lee - Owen
Qualified from: NEBDN UK, 2019
GDC No: 217671
Abi joined the practice in 2007 and qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2011 and progressed to a Head Nurse. She furthered her knowledge within dentistry by attending the Straumann Implant nursing course and has worked alongside clinicians with many implant placements. Further to this Abi is able to take dental impressions under the clinician’s prescription. In addition to this she has also completed the Oral health and Fluoride application course. In 2014 Abi showed an interest in becoming a Treatment Coordinator and has been in this role since.
Abi enjoys using her vast knowledge of dentistry to interact with and getting to know her patients and is committed to providing you with the highest quality patient care. She also makes certain that your patient journey is as smooth as possible in a relaxed environment. Abi prides herself on being able to effectively communicate all the different treatment options in her consultations, ensuring all patients can make an informed decision and every patient has a 5-star journey.
In her free time Abi enjoys spending time with her 3 children and her family. she also enjoys travelling.
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