Tim Thackrah
GDC No. 57364 BDS (London) 1982 LDS RCS (England) 1983Owner and lead of the dental implant team with a special interest in dental implants, oral surgery, restorative and cosmetic dentistry
Tim qualified with honours at the Royal Dental Hospital, London in 1982. His career in dentistry has included hospital work, NHS care, teaching and private practice since 1987. Tim’s interests are ..
Owner and lead of the dental implant team with a special interest in dental implants, oral surgery, restorative and cosmetic dentistry
Tim qualified with honours at the Royal Dental Hospital, London in 1982. His career in dentistry has included hospital work, NHS care, teaching and private practice since 1987. Tim’s interests are dental implants and cosmetic dentistry; he has more than twenty-five years’ experience in the field of dental implants and accepts referrals from more than 500 dentists in the UK. Tim has undertaken many advanced courses in restorative dentistry, bone regeneration and implant dentistry in England, USA and Sweden. He also lectures and runs courses on implant and cosmetic dentistry. Tim is involved in all aspects of implant treatment at Elmsleigh House, from implant consultations, treatment planning and complex surgery to prosthetics.
Hans-Dieter John
GDC No. 80155 Zahnarzt, Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg, Germany 1984; MSD (USA) 1993Special interest in periodontics and oral surgery
Hans-Dieter graduated from Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg, Germany, in 1984. He completed a postgraduate degree in periodontics and implant dentistry at Indiana University School of Dentistry, ..
Special interest in periodontics and oral surgery
Hans-Dieter graduated from Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg, Germany, in 1984. He completed a postgraduate degree in periodontics and implant dentistry at Indiana University School of Dentistry, USA, in 1993. He has a private practice in Germany, working in periodontics and implants, and holds assistant professorships at the Universities of Würzburg and Münster. Hans-Dieter is a periodontal and implant surgeon at Elmsleigh House.Hugh Cowley
GDC No. 80543 BDS (Bristol) 2002; MFDS RCS (England) 2005; MFGDP 2010; DipImpDent RCS (England) 2013Special interest in dental implants, oral surgery, general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry
Hugh qualified at the University of Bristol in 2002. Since qualifying, he gained extensive experience within a number of hospitals, as well as working in NHS and private practice. Hugh is experienced ..
Special interest in dental implants, oral surgery, general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry
Hugh qualified at the University of Bristol in 2002. Since qualifying, he gained extensive experience within a number of hospitals, as well as working in NHS and private practice. Hugh is experienced in all types of sedation, providing help for nervous patients or those undergoing long procedures. He also has special interests in oral and maxillofacial surgery as well as cosmetic techniques. Hugh has a diploma in implant dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons, and is involved in all aspects of implant treatment at Elmsleigh House, from implant consultations and surgery to prosthetics.
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Cathleen Perrin
GDC No. 70012 BA (USA) 1985; DMD (USA) 1989; UK Statutory exam 1994General and family dentistry with a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry and faster teeth straightening for adults
After graduating in 1989 in the USA, Cathleen practised dentistry in Atlanta for two years before moving to England in 1991. Cathleen is a general and family dentist offering dental care to all ages ..
General and family dentistry with a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry and faster teeth straightening for adults
After graduating in 1989 in the USA, Cathleen practised dentistry in Atlanta for two years before moving to England in 1991. Cathleen is a general and family dentist offering dental care to all ages at Elmsleigh House, and is valued for her consistent care and advice. Cathleen has a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry, such as whitening and cosmetic bonding, and offers faster teeth straightening to adults using anterior alignment orthodontics, such as Cfast and Clear Aligners.
Manoj Tank
GDC No. 150480 BDS (Bristol) 2008; MJDF RCS (England) 2010; MClinDent (Perio) 2016; MPerio RCS (Edinburgh) 2016Specialist in Periodontics (gum disease treatment)
Manoj is our Specialist in Periodontics, which means he has carried out further intensive training after his initial dental degree to master the clinical understanding and treatment approaches to ..
Specialist in Periodontics (gum disease treatment)
Manoj is our Specialist in Periodontics, which means he has carried out further intensive training after his initial dental degree to master the clinical understanding and treatment approaches to periodontal conditions and diseases that can occur in the mouth. Manoj provides all aspects of non-surgical and surgical periodontal treatment including dental implant treatment. He is also trained in "drill-free dentistry" techniques such as laser treatments and air polishing.
Manoj accepts referrals from dentists in the region and has been involved in the teaching of dental students and qualified dentists. He is a Faculty Member of the British Society of Periodontology, in recognition of his involvement in teaching and education, and in 2018 he will be on its Executive Council. Manoj is also a member of the European Association for Osseointegration and has presented clinical cases and research both nationally and internationally, winning the Ron Wilson Research Prize awarded by King's College London.
Manoj adopts a gentle, caring and understanding approach, and works with his patients to gain the very best treatment outcomes. You will always feel safe in his hands and he will always be open to answer any questions you may have.
Kostas Spathoulas
GDC No. 85031 DDS, DipOrthSpecialist in orthodontics - bespoke braces for all ages
Kostas graduated in dentistry from the Carol Davila Institute, Bucharest, in 2000. He completed his diploma in orthodontics in 2003 and became a specialist in orthodontics in 2004. After working in ..
Specialist in orthodontics - bespoke braces for all ages
Kostas graduated in dentistry from the Carol Davila Institute, Bucharest, in 2000. He completed his diploma in orthodontics in 2003 and became a specialist in orthodontics in 2004. After working in Athens military hospital, Kostas moved to the UK in 2005 and established a specialist orthodontics practice in Aberdeen, Scotland. In 2011 Kostas and his family relocated to London, where he practiced in Harley Street. Kostas is our Specialist in orthodontics at Elmsleigh House, providing orthodontic treatment for children and adults.Kit Spears
GDC No. 209544 BDS (Bristol) 2011; MSc (Dental Implantology) 2017General and cosmetic dentistry with a special interest in dental implants and oral surgery
Kit qualified in 2011 and has worked in NHS and private practice in the UK and Australia, while gaining postgraduate hospital experience in oral surgery. Kit has attained a Master's degree, the ..
General and cosmetic dentistry with a special interest in dental implants and oral surgery
Kit qualified in 2011 and has worked in NHS and private practice in the UK and Australia, while gaining postgraduate hospital experience in oral surgery. Kit has attained a Master's degree, the highest award in implant dentistry, and graduated with a merit. After achieving a distinction in his dissertation, he was invited to teach on the Master’s course in dental implantology at the University of Bristol. He also lectures in the field of implant dentistry and has been a Foundation Trainer, helping to teach and support recently-qualified dentists.
Kit has undertaken courses in advanced restorative and aesthetic dentistry and advanced implant surgery. Kit is involved in implant treatment, general and cosmetic dentistry at Elmsleigh House.
Somayeh Modarres -Simmons
GDC No. 83687 BDS (London) 2004; Dip Endo (London) 2008; MClinDent (Endo) (London) 2014; MEndo RCS (Edinburgh) 2014Specialist in endodontics (root canal treatment)
Somayeh graduated in dentistry from King’s College London in 2004. She worked in general practice before attaining a diploma in endodontic practice with merit. After four years of specialist training ..
Specialist in endodontics (root canal treatment)
Somayeh graduated in dentistry from King’s College London in 2004. She worked in general practice before attaining a diploma in endodontic practice with merit. After four years of specialist training in endodontic (root canal) treatment, Somayeh attained a master of clinical dentistry degree with merit and membership in endodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Somayeh is one of our Specialists in endodontics at Elmsleigh House.Sarah Mack
GDC No. 251921 BDS BSc (Hons) PG CertGeneral and family dentist
Elmsleigh House would like to welcome Sarah Mack, who joined the team in July 2020. Her biography will shortly be updated here. She is welcoming new patients.
General and family dentist
Elmsleigh House would like to welcome Sarah Mack, who joined the team in July 2020. Her biography will shortly be updated here. She is welcoming new patients.Bill Sharpling
GDC No. 110363, RDT, MBA, DipCDT RCS (Eng), FDTFEd RCSEd, Fellow – International Team for ImplantologySpecial interest in implant-stabilised and removable dentures
Bill qualified in 1986 and spent the next 10 years working in the UK and abroad where he gained advanced qualifications in fixed and removable prosthodontics. Bill worked in the Armed Forces and as ..
Special interest in implant-stabilised and removable dentures
Bill qualified in 1986 and spent the next 10 years working in the UK and abroad where he gained advanced qualifications in fixed and removable prosthodontics. Bill worked in the Armed Forces and as the Chief Instructor in Conservative Dental Technology at Guy’s Hospital Dental School. In 1999 Bill completed a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) at one of London’s Business Schools where he graduated with a distinction. In 2008 he completed the Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology at the Royal College of Surgeons (England). In February 2020 he was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
Bill is Associate Dean for Continuing Professional Development and Director of the London Dental Education Centre (LonDEC) at the Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, Kings College London, which is Europe’s largest dental institute. Bill has responsibility for running LonDEC, the post-qualification training establishment at the faculty. Prior to this appointment, Bill was Head of Dental Technology at Guy’s, Kings College and St Thomas’ Hospitals. Bill is a teacher and examiner for the faculty's MSc Aesthetic Dentistry & MClinDent programmes. He has also held posts within the London Deanery and Kent Surrey Sussex Deanery at strategic level contributing to the education, training and development of the dental workforce.
Bill has lectured extensively within the UK and internationally on many topics relating to dental technology within dentistry. Bill works in private practice at Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic in Farnham, Surrey, as well as in Harley Street, London where, along with other members of the team, he concentrates on full arch implant assisted solutions.
He has served on the editorial board of the Quintessence Journal of Dental Technology and is currently serving on the editorial board of the Royal College of Surgeons' Journal “Primary Dental Care”. He has authored/co-authored a number of refereed published papers and has recently authored a chapter in the Elsevier “Essentials of Esthetic Dentistry - Principles of Practice” as well as a chapter on Occlusion and use of articulators in the Wiley published “Practical Procedures in Aesthetic Dentistry”
Bill serves on the Faculty of General Dental Practice Dental Care Professionals (DCP) Committee at the Royal College of Surgeons where he works with other members to formulate strategy relating to DCP Education, has been a member of the dental panel of GlaxoSmithKline and currently sits on the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Dentistry contributing to oral health strategies that form part of governmental policy.
He is also a national and international Opinion Leader to several dental companies.
Bill is the only practicing CDT globally to have been awarded Fellowship of the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and has also been awarded Fellowship of the British Academy of Restorative Dentistry.
Ellen Knaap
GDC No. 4838 CBD Dip Dental Hygiene 1995; LHMC Dip Dental Therapy 1995Dental therapist
Ellen qualified as a dental nurse in 1991. She then went to the Royal London Hospital School of Dentistry where she obtained a Diploma in Dental Hygiene and a Diploma with distinction in Dental ..
Dental therapist
Ellen qualified as a dental nurse in 1991. She then went to the Royal London Hospital School of Dentistry where she obtained a Diploma in Dental Hygiene and a Diploma with distinction in Dental Therapy in 1995.Adrienne Willoughby
GDC No. 2421 CEB Cert Dental Hygiene 1982Hygienist
Adrienne Willoughby worked as a dental nurse for three years before training to become a hygienist with the Royal Army Dental Corps, where she qualified in 1982. After working in Woking, Adrienne ..
Hygienist
Adrienne Willoughby worked as a dental nurse for three years before training to become a hygienist with the Royal Army Dental Corps, where she qualified in 1982. After working in Woking, Adrienne went to work in an American hospital in Hong Kong for two years. After returning to the UK, she joined Elmsleigh House as the first hygienist in our team.Gillian Singh
GDC No. 5162 CEB Dip Dental Hygiene 1996Hygienist
Gillian qualified as a dental nurse in 1994 at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, and then as a hygienist in 1996 at the Belfast School of Dental Hygiene. Gillian worked in London for two years, ..
Hygienist
Gillian qualified as a dental nurse in 1994 at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, and then as a hygienist in 1996 at the Belfast School of Dental Hygiene. Gillian worked in London for two years, and is now part of the hygienist team at Elmsleigh House.Katrina Reid
GDC No. 239419 BSc Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy 2017; Cert Dental Nursing, 2012Dental therapist
After working as a dental nurse, Katrina qualified as a dental hygiene therapist at Portsmouth University in 2017. Since then she has undertaken a further vocational training year in dental therapy. ..
Dental therapist
After working as a dental nurse, Katrina qualified as a dental hygiene therapist at Portsmouth University in 2017. Since then she has undertaken a further vocational training year in dental therapy. Katrina joined the dental hygiene team at Elmsleigh House in January 2019.
Tina Peers
MBBS DRCOG DFSRH FFSRH Member of the British College of Aesthetic MedicineFacial practitioner
Dr Tina Peers qualified at Guys Hospital Medical School, London in 1983. She completed her GP training in 1987 and then specialised in contraception and women’s health, becoming a consultant in ..
Facial practitioner
Dr Tina Peers qualified at Guys Hospital Medical School, London in 1983. She completed her GP training in 1987 and then specialised in contraception and women’s health, becoming a consultant in contraception in 1996. Tina is now the lead clinician for contraception and reproductive health in Surrey. In 2004, Tina developed a special interest in cosmetic aesthetics and has spent the past six years attending numerous courses in botulinum toxin , fillers and Sculptra™. She has since become principal facial aesthetic clinician in these fields within one of Surrey’s leading private hospitals.Krisztina
GDC No. 131404 National Certificate Nebden 2006Lead nurse
Twin-sister to Edina, Krisztina also qualified as a dental nurse in 2006. Krisztina enjoys the challenge of working in our busy multidisciplinary practice, and is Lead nurse to the team.
Lead nurse
Twin-sister to Edina, Krisztina also qualified as a dental nurse in 2006. Krisztina enjoys the challenge of working in our busy multidisciplinary practice, and is Lead nurse to the team.Izzie
GDC No. 225091 Izzie started nursing in 2008 and quickly knew it was her passion. She came to Elmsleigh House to gain experience of working in a private practice with a reputation for clinical excellence.
Edina
GDC No. 131475 National Certificate Nebden 2006Originally from Hungary, Edina qualified in 2006 then worked in private and NHS practice until she joined Elmsleigh House in July 2010.
Originally from Hungary, Edina qualified in 2006 then worked in private and NHS practice until she joined Elmsleigh House in July 2010.
Binita
GDC No. 248923Binita qualified as a dental nurse in 2012 and joined the team at Elmsleigh House in June 2015. She is enjoying working alongside a professional and friendly team while enhancing her skills.
Binita qualified as a dental nurse in 2012 and joined the team at Elmsleigh House in June 2015. She is enjoying working alongside a professional and friendly team while enhancing her skills.
Hannah
GDC No. 256633Hannah is a qualified dental nurse who joined our team at Elmsleigh House in December 2016. She enjoys working with our friendly and professional team while enhancing her skills.
Hannah is a qualified dental nurse who joined our team at Elmsleigh House in December 2016. She enjoys working with our friendly and professional team while enhancing her skills.
Dominika
GDC No. 275831 Dominika started dental nursing in 2015 and joined Elmsleigh House in March 2018 once qualified. She wanted to experience working in a multidisciplinary practice to further her skills.
Lisa
GDC No. 262442 Lisa qualified as a dental nurse in 2011 and joined Elmsleigh House in September 2018. She is enjoying working alongside our dentists and specialists in a multidisciplinary practice.
Abbie
GDC No. 279652 Abbie joined Elmsleigh House in September 2018 as a recently qualified dental nurse. She is enjoying working alongside dentists and specialists to enhance her skills.
Ellen
GDC No. 276375 Ellen joined Elmsleigh House in 2017, fully qualifying as a dental nurse in January 2018. She continues to enjoy enhancing her skills in a multidisciplinary private practice.
Ellen joined Elmsleigh House in 2017, fully qualifying as a dental nurse in January 2018. She continues to enjoy enhancing her skills in a multidisciplinary private practice.
Shrijana
GDC No. 269640 Shrijana joined Elmsleigh House in November 2019, and is keen to further her skills in a multidisciplinary private practice.
Shrijana joined Elmsleigh House in November 2019, and is keen to further her skills in a multidisciplinary private practice.
Cat
Managing Director
Cat joined Elmsleigh House in January 2010 as Operations Manager, a new position within the clinic. She has been part of the dental industry for more than a decade and brings her experience of ..
Managing Director
Cat joined Elmsleigh House in January 2010 as Operations Manager, a new position within the clinic. She has been part of the dental industry for more than a decade and brings her experience of marketing, purchasing, customer service and operations management to Elmsleigh House. Cat is now Managing Director.Georgie
Patient Coordinator and Welcome Team receptionist
Georgie is patient coordinator and one of our Welcome team. From greeting new patients, answering your questions to coordinating your treatment, she will ensure your patient experience is excellent.
Patient Coordinator and Welcome Team receptionist
Georgie is patient coordinator and one of our Welcome team. From greeting new patients, answering your questions to coordinating your treatment, she will ensure your patient experience is excellent.
Claire
Welcome Team receptionist
Claire joined the team in September 2019 and has quickly become a valued member of our team. As part of our Welcome Team, she is one of the warm and friendly faces who will greet you when you enter ..
Welcome Team receptionist
Claire joined the team in September 2019 and has quickly become a valued member of our team. As part of our Welcome Team, she is one of the warm and friendly faces who will greet you when you enter the practice or will speak to you on the phone.
Marina
Sales & Marketing Executive
Marina joined Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic in February 2014 as Sales & Marketing Executive. Previously from a medical publishing background, Marina has been editor of several healthcare journals. ..
Sales & Marketing Executive
Marina joined Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic in February 2014 as Sales & Marketing Executive. Previously from a medical publishing background, Marina has been editor of several healthcare journals. Marina brings her experience of writing, copyediting and desktop publishing with an eye for design and an interest in marketing.Susan
Administrator
Susan has been working at Elmsleigh House since 1976! She worked as a dental nurse for 11 years, then on reception for 10 years and has been working for over 18 years as our administrator, sending ..
Administrator
Susan has been working at Elmsleigh House since 1976! She worked as a dental nurse for 11 years, then on reception for 10 years and has been working for over 18 years as our administrator, sending out our dentists’ letters to our patients.FAQS
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