Tim Thackrah
GDC No. 57364 BDS, LDS RCSClinic Owner and Chairman
Tim Thackrah qualified with honours at the Royal Dental Hospital, London, in 1982. He has worked in hospitals, NHS care, teaching and, since 1986, private practice at Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic. ..Clinic Owner and Chairman
Tim Thackrah qualified with honours at the Royal Dental Hospital, London, in 1982. He has worked in hospitals, NHS care, teaching and, since 1986, private practice at Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic.
With more than 30 years’ experience in implant dentistry, Tim has lead the dental implant team at Elmsleigh House. Tim has undertaken advanced courses and placed thousands of implants, written books on dental implants and the dental scorecard, and has run seminars to teach other dentists.
Tim became Chairman of Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic in April 2022.
Cat Collins
Managing Director and Practice Manager
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 and Practice Manager
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 and Practice Manager of Elmsleigh House Dental Clinic.Hugh Cowley
GDC No. 80543 BDS, MFDS RCS, MFGDP, DipImpDent RCSGeneral and cosmetic dentistry with a special interest in dental implants, oral surgery and sedation
Hugh Cowley qualified in 2002 and has gained extensive experience within hospitals, the NHS and in private practice. He has special interests in oral and maxillofacial surgery, cosmetic techniques ..General and cosmetic dentistry with a special interest in dental implants, oral surgery and sedation
Hugh Cowley qualified in 2002 and has gained extensive experience within hospitals, the NHS and in private practice. He has special interests in oral and maxillofacial surgery, cosmetic techniques and sedation to enable nervous patients to access dental treatment; Hugh is Dental Phobia certified due to his sedation qualifications and knowledge.
Hugh has a Diploma in implant dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons, and with over a decade of experience is involved in all aspects of implant treatment, oral surgery, general and cosmetic dentistry at Elmsleigh House. Hugh accepts referrals from other dentists, who trust Elmsleigh House with their patients’ care.
Kit Spears
GDC No. 209544 BDS (Bristol) 2011; MSc (Dental Implantology) 2017General dentist with a special interest in dental implants, advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry, 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 in implant ..General dentist with a special interest in dental implants, advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry, 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 in implant dentistry, the highest award, 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. Kit has undertaken courses in advanced restorative and aesthetic dentistry and advanced implant surgery, and is part of the Association of Dental Implantology and a Full Member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Kit is a general dentist at Elmsleigh House with a special interest in dental implants, oral surgery, and advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Kit accepts referrals from other dentists, who trust Elmsleigh House with their patients' care.
Cathleen Perrin
GDC No. 70012 BA (USA), DMD (USA), UK Statutory examGeneral dentistry for all the family with a special interest in cosmetic dentistry and faster orthodontics for adults
Cathleen Perrin graduated in 1989 in the USA and 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 ..General dentistry for all the family with a special interest in cosmetic dentistry and faster orthodontics for adults
Cathleen Perrin graduated in 1989 in the USA and 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 Dental Clinic, and is valued for her consistent care.
Cathleen also sees patients for minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry and has a special interest in anterior alignment orthodontics – faster and discreet teeth straightening for adults, using Cfast and Clear Aligners, and accepts referrals from other dentists.
Sarah Mack
GDC No. 251921 BDS BSc (Hons) PG CertGeneral dentistry for all the family with a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry to enhance your smile and Invisalign Go straightening for adults
Sarah studied postgraduate dentistry at the Peninsula Dental School in Plymouth, following a degree in Bioscience from the University of Liverpool. After qualifying in 2014, Sarah has completed a ..General dentistry for all the family with a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry to enhance your smile and Invisalign Go straightening for adults
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.
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 our Specialist in endodontics at Elmsleigh House.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. He uses cutting edge 3D scanning technology to plan and monitor treatment, such as Invisalign clear aligners to predictably move teeth into position.Professor Bill Sharpling
GDC No. 110363, RDT, MBA, DipCDT RCS (Eng), FDTFEd RCSEd, FCGDentHonorary Professor; CDT with a 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 ..Honorary Professor; CDT with a 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 and in July 2021 Fellowship of The College of General Dentistry. In March 2022, Bill was awarded Honorary Professor, RAK College of Dental Sciences.
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, King’s 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 at Elmsleigh House 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 has also been supportive of charitable work and help set up the dental laboratory at the Chitrakoot charity project in northern India.
Bill is a Council member of The College of General Dentistry, a Fellow of the College of General Dentistry (FCGDent) and has been awarded Fellowship of the Faculty of Dental Trainers at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FDTFEd RCSEd).
Bill is the only practicing CDT globally to have been awarded Fellowship of the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and he is also a Fellow 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.Domi
GDC No. 275831, National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2018Joint Lead Nurse
Originally from Hungary, Domi qualified as a dental nurse in March 2018. She has gained valuable experience as a dental nurse at Elmsleigh House and enjoys working in a multidisciplinary practice. ..Joint Lead Nurse
Originally from Hungary, Domi qualified as a dental nurse in March 2018. She has gained valuable experience as a dental nurse at Elmsleigh House and enjoys working in a multidisciplinary practice. Domi became Joint Lead Nurse in March 2021 due to her skills gained and diligence.Ellen
GDC No. 276375Joint Lead Nurse
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 became Joint Lead ..Joint Lead Nurse
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 became Joint Lead Nurse in March 2021 due to her skills gained and diligence.
Lisa
GDC No. 262442Senior Nurse
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.Senior Nurse
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.Louise
GDC No. 114933 Louise first joined Elmsleigh House in 2008 and left in 2012 to have her daughter. After ten years we are delighted that Louise rejoined our nursing team in December 2021 and loves being back! She ..Louise first joined Elmsleigh House in 2008 and left in 2012 to have her daughter. After ten years we are delighted that Louise rejoined our nursing team in December 2021 and loves being back! She enjoys working with all the specialists in our multidisciplinary dental clinic.
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.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.
Sophie
GDC No. 253516 Sophie joined Elmsleigh House in September 2020 as an experienced dental nurse. She is looking forward to working within a specialist and multidisciplinary private dental clinic.Rita
GDC No. 285081 Rita joined Elmsleigh House in September 2020 as a qualified dental nurse wanting to gain experience working in a private practice offering general, specialist, complex and dental implant treatments.Meena
GDC No. 260035 Meena joined Elmsleigh House in October 2020 as an experienced dental nurse. She wanted to further her career in a specialist multidisciplinary clinic.Meena joined Elmsleigh House in October 2020 as an experienced dental nurse. She wanted to further her career in a specialist multidisciplinary clinic.
Georgie
Patient Coordinator and Lead of the Welcome Team
Georgie is Patient Coordinator and Lead of the Welcome Team. From greeting new patients, answering your questions to coordinating your treatment, she will ensure your patient experience is excellent ..Patient Coordinator and Lead of the Welcome Team
Georgie is Patient Coordinator and Lead of the Welcome Team. From greeting new patients, answering your questions to coordinating your treatment, she will ensure your patient experience is excellent throughout.
Zoey
Welcome Team Receptionist
Zoey joined the Welcome Team at Elmsleigh House in April 2021 and is one of the friendly receptionists who will contact you regarding appointments and greet you when you come into the clinic.Welcome Team Receptionist
Zoey joined the Welcome Team at Elmsleigh House in April 2021 and is one of the friendly receptionists who will contact you regarding appointments and greet you when you come into the clinic.
Hannah
Welcome Team Receptionist
Hannah joined us in February 2022, and is one of the warm and welcoming receptionists who will greet you when you enter the clinic or speak to you on the phone.Welcome Team Receptionist
Hannah joined us in February 2022, and is one of the warm and welcoming receptionists who will greet you when you enter the clinic or 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 ..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.FAQS
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