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Dr .Gavin Daniel Bell
(Orthodontist)
Qualified from: BDS (Hons) MSc MFDS M Orth FDS (Orth) RCPS (Glasg) Glasgow, 2010
GDC No: 192665
Gavin thoroughly enjoys his job as an Orthodontist, especially working with patients to achieve healthy, happy smiles. He is passionate about maintaining high standards of care and keeping up to date with the latest research and techniques.
Gavin grew up in Northern Ireland, before moving to the North of England to study dentistry in 2005. He graduated with Honours in 2010, receiving the British Dental Association Prize. He then spent a further three years in the North East, working in general dentistry and a number of hospital posts, including children’s dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery.
After hearing many great things about Yorkshire, he wanted to experience ‘God’s own county’ for himself, and it has certainly lived up to expectations! He moved here to undertake his Specialist and Consultant Orthodontic training between Leeds Dental Institute and St. Luke's Hospital in Bradford from 2013 and 2018, obtaining a Master’s degree with distinction in 2015.
As well as working in specialist practice, Gavin also works as an NHS Consultant at Rotherham General Hospital.
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Dr.Anna Frances Kelly
(Orthodontist)
Qualified from: University of Leeds BChD, MFDS RCS(Ed), MSc, MOrth RCS(Ed). England, 2012
GDC No: 230409
Annie completed her dental training at the University of Leeds in 2012, for which she was awarded a distinction. She spent the next three years working in general dentistry, children’s dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery and oral medicine, before securing a place on the orthodontic training programme at Leeds University. She was awarded a distinction in her masters degree in 2017 and went on to qualify as a Specialist Orthodontist in 2018. Following some time out travelling, Annie began working in orthodontic practice in 2019 and thoroughly enjoys helping patients on their way to achieving beautiful smiles. In her spare time Annie enjoys playing various sports and rambling in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside.
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Dr.Christopher Barker
(Orthodontist)
Qualified from: DDS, BChD, MFDS RCS(Ed), MOrth RCS(Ed), FDS(Orth) RCS(Eng) United Kingdom, 2003
GDC No: 82173
Chris qualified in Dentistry from Leeds University in 2003. Following vocational dental training in Yorkshire, he gained experience in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery, General Dental practice, the Community dental service and Paediatric Dentistry before taking a gap year to travel. He then taught at LDI before further experience in Paediatric Dentistry.
He completed his Specialist Orthodontic training at Bristol Dental Hospital and the Royal United Hospital, Bath, gaining Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons and completing a Doctoral Degree. He undertook advanced Orthodontic training to Consultant level at York Hospital and LDI and was appointed as Consultant in Orthodontics at Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield, 2014. He is an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and Training Programme Director for Dental Core trainees at Pinderfields. He is a reviewer for several dental/orthodontic journals.
Chris currently provides private Specialist Orthodontic treatment using a range of aesthetic appliances.
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Dr.Hayder Gill
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: BDS Ncle United Kingdom, 2014
GDC No: 251992
Meet Dr Harry Gill, our Implant Dentist!
Harry has been placing implants since 2017 when he completed the esteemed Tipton Training in Implantology.
Since then, his dental implant career has gone from strength-to-strength. Harry gained experience steadily over several years building from simple to challenging cases.
He prides himself on looking after the long-term interests of patients; ensuring he places implants in circumstances with the best chance of long-term survival. Harry loves building rapport with patients, keeping them informed every step of the way.
He recently worked under the mentorship of Marcos White of ‘The Courtyard’. This invaluable experience working with an accredited “BAIRD” mentor every day, has been a massive opportunity to “upskill”.
Planning and placing implants in a wide variety of clinical scenarios, at a high-end private practice, Harry has seen and handled it all!
He's also managed to learn and implement a fully digital workflow. Due to cutting edge technology we can now plan, place and restore within a reliable, digital framework.
With Harry coming on board, cutting-edge digital implant dentistry has arrived!
In his time off Harry enjoys spending time with his wife and children. He also enjoys lifting weights, boxing, football and meditating.
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Dr.Michael Amos
(Orthodontist)
Qualified from: BChD, MFDS.RCS,MOrth.RCS, M Dent Sci United Kingdom, 1998
GDC No: 74475
Mick moved up from Kent to attend university and qualified as a dentist from Leeds Dental Institute in 1998. He then worked in Australia in 2000 whilst on a round the world trip, spending some time in the school dental and the flying doctors services. He returned to the U.K. and worked in general dental practice and in hospital maxillo-facial surgery in the Yorkshire region prior to starting his specialist orthodontic training in Leeds and York in 2007. He works here at Love Your Smile treating both children and adults with orthodontic appliances including lingual braces and invisalign.
Mick is married and became a father for the first time in 2009. He now enjoys life with his young family as well as the occasional game of golf and watching rugby, as his playing days are now behind him.
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Dr.Shaheer Aasim
Qualified from: Statutory exam India, 2000, BDS, MSc (Endo), MFDS RCS India, 2000
GDC No: 171065
Shaheer graduated from India in 2000. His interest has always been Endodontology, in 2005 he gained a Clinical Masters (MSc) in Endodontics, Manchester University.
In 2007, he gained the Diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS), from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Shaheer has worked in NHS and private practices, accepting endodontic referrals since 2005. His dedication for endodontics has lead him to complete an MClinDent degree, London. He's worked in the Department of Restorative Dentistry in Aberdeen, Dundee and Glasgow Dental Hospitals gaining extensive experience in Restorative and Endodontic clinics, treating cases deemed too difficult for general practice. During this time he developed his surgical endodontic skills and was required to work with other consultants in a multi-disciplinary team. He provides endodontic care utilising the operating microscope and microsurgical instruments.
He has publications in international journals. His special interest lies in effective rehabilitation of severely broken down teeth. Shaheer is a passionate teacher and has lectured around the world conducting hands on endodontic courses/workshops for young budding dentists.
He's a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, British Dental Association, British Endodontic Society and European Society of Endodontology.
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Miss.Maisie Caton-Johnson
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy University of Leeds 2020 United Kingdom , 2020
GDC No: 291109
My name is Maisie and I recently graduated with a first class degree in dental hygiene and therapy from the University of Leeds. I am really excited to be working within Leeds as I absolutely love the city!
I am passionate about my work and most enjoy meeting patients and helping them gain confidence by improving their oral health. I am a keen learner and I am constantly expanding my knowledge to provide the best care for my patients. I have plans to complete more training in the future to increase my skill set within dentistry.
In my free time I enjoy socialising with friends and going out for food. I also enjoy the theatre, I have danced since I was 2 and most recently I have been performing Brazilian samba which I hope to get back into after lockdown!
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Miss.Rebecca Marshall
(Practice Manager)
Qualified from: Dental Nurse United Kingdom, 2014
GDC No: 253044
Beckie started her dental career at the practice in 2012 as a trainee dental nurse. Qualifying as a dental nurse in 2014, she soon took on extra duties including implant nursing, endodontic nursing and helping the treatment coordinator. In 2015 Beckie became the full-time treatment Coordinator where she was the point of contact for all our private patients, assisting them throughout their journey, ensuring they have an exquisite experience at the practice. Beckie has a wealth of knowledge in Orthodontics, implant dentistry and more, and so was and still is able to discuss patient’s treatment plans with them at length.
Beckie is now the permanent practice manager at the practice and is responsible for the health, safety & welfare of her staff and the patients. Part of Beckie’s role involves educating & training the practice team, assisting the treatment coordinator in organising events for patients or referring dentists, ensuring that policies and procedures are followed and that the practice is compliant.
She enjoys leading an amazing team, helping her team develop their careers, being part of the patient journey and ensuring that the practice lives up to its great reputation.
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Ms.Bridget Marie Mitchell
(Orthodontic Therapists)
Qualified from: Leeds United Kingdom, 1994
GDC No: 119614
Bridget Mitchell
Dip OT Orthodontic Therapist Leeds 2012
Bridget started her career in dentistry as a dental nurse and she qualified in 1994. After working in a general practice for several years, she then changed direction to specialise in Orthodontics. She qualified as an Orthodontic nurse in 2008 and then completed Dental Radiography in 2009. This set Bridget up to train as an Orthodontic Therapist, where she then qualified in 2012
Bridget now works in two {my}dentist practices in Leeds for four specialist Orthodontics. She strives to achieve the highest standards with continuous professional development (CPD) courses and leaning with {my}dentist.
Bridget works with us on a Friday, helping maintain orthodontic treatment plans and providing a great level of care to our patients, alongside our specialist orthodontist. She is a valued member of our award-winning team.
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Dr.Joanna Amos
Qualified from: Leeds United Kingdom, 1999
GDC No: 76032
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Miss.Molly Quarmby
(Treatment co-ordinator)
Qualified from: Dental nurse England, 2018
GDC No: 275908
Molly started working at the {my}dentist Orthodontic Centre in Hunslet 6 years ago. Within this time Molly qualified as a nurse and soon became head implant nurse. Molly has worked closely with specialists in the practice and has gained a variety of knowledge in orthodontics, implants and endodontics. Molly has recently decided to develop within the company and is now the treatment coordinator at the practice and is happy to help with any enquiry’s you may have. Part of Molly’s role includes; assisting patients throughout their patient journey, setting up financial contracts, arranging local events for referring dentists and ensuring that patients and dentists are kept up to date with our practice treatments.
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