OUR TEAM

Hugh Cowley

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.

Cathleen Perrin

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 and advice.

Cathleen also has a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry that enhance a natural smile, such as whitening and cosmetic bonding.

Kit Spears

Special interest in dental implants, advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry, and oral surgery

Kit's accolades include Best Multiple Implant Treatment in the UK 2023 Dentistry Clinical Case Awards and Best Young Implant Dentist in the UK 2023 Clinical Dentistry Awards; he has been shortlisted for many other awards.

Kit qualified in 2011 and has a Master’s degree in implant dentistry. He has attended numerous advanced implant courses in the UK and abroad, including an advanced surgical fellowship with Professor Urban. Kit has lectured in the field of implantology and is an Association of Dental Implantology-registered implant mentor. He is also course leader and clinical teacher on the Diploma in Implant Dentistry, run by Delta Dental Academy in Bristol. He is a member of the International Team for Implantology and the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. 

Kit provides dental implant treatment at Elmsleigh House, and also accepts referrals from other dentists.

Sarah Mack

Founder and dentist at Little Smiles children's dental clinic offering inhalation sedation; general dentist at Elmsleigh House with a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry

Manoj Tank

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

Specialist in endodontics (root canal treatment)

Kostas Spathoulas

Specialist in orthodontics - bespoke braces for all ages

Olivia O'Neil-Dunne

General and cosmetic dentistry with a special interest in prosthodontics (complex restoration) and facial aesthetics

Olivia has over 20 years of experience working in general practice. She was awarded a Masters in Prosthodontics in 2008, which provides her with advanced knowledge and experience in managing challenging cosmetic restorative cases, tooth wear, complex removable dentures and jaw pain. 

Olivia has a special interest in cosmetic dental procedures to enhance a smile, including anti-wrinkle treatment for a rejuvenated appearance.

Her broad understanding together with her friendly attitude helps to provide a highly professional service in a relaxed environment. 

Professor Bill Sharpling

Honorary Professor; CDT with a special interest in implant-stabilised and removable dentures

We are delighted that Professor Bill Sharpling, our dentures expert at Elmsleigh House, is included in Dentistry magazine's prestigious list of the top 50 influencers in the dental profession 2024.

This is in addition to Bill's inclusion in Dentistry's 2023 Laboratory’s Leading 20, where he is recognised for his influence in driving dental technology forward.

Bill qualified in 1986 and spent the next 10 years gaining 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 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, King’s College London; he is a teacher and examiner for the MSc Aesthetic Dentistry & MClinDent programmes. 

Bill has lectured extensively within the UK and internationally, and is on the editorial board of the Royal College of Surgeons' Primary Dental Care. He has published papers and has authored chapters in Elsevier's Essentials of Esthetic Dentistry - Principles of Practice and Wiley's Practical Procedures in Aesthetic Dentistry.

Bill serves on the Faculty of General Dental Practice Dental Care Professionals Committee at the Royal College of Surgeons, and 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

Dental Therapist

Adrienne Willoughby

Hygienist

Gillian Singh

Hygienist

Katrina Reid

Dental therapist

After working as a dental nurse, Katrina qualified as a dental hygiene therapist at Portsmouth University in 2017. She then trained in dental therapy and joined the dental hygiene team at Elmsleigh House in January 2019. 

Tim Thackrah

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