For Richard, dentistry and helping patients is a passion………...... ‘I feel privileged that I love what I do; every day the dental profession can positively change people’s lives – from instantly eliminating toothache, to overcoming anxiety and most satisfying of all cosmetically improving or creating a smile. To see a happy healthy smile and the confidence it bring is very rewarding. At EDHT patients quickly become friends and we like to build lasting relationships. It’s great to welcome our friends, listen to their news and offer guidance to enjoy dental health for life.’

Richard is committed to providing high quality dental care, using the best of modern materials and technology in a relaxed and friendly environment. He works hard to stay at the forefront of dentistry by gaining knowledge from leading British and International dental specialists. ‘Continuous professional development allows our patients to benefit from any improvements in dentistry as soon as possible’.

Professional memberships include: AACD (American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry) ADI (Association of Dental Implantology) SAAD (Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry) BDA (British Dental Association) FGDP (Faculty of General Dental Practitioners, Royal College of Surgeons England) Richard has gained additional postgraduate qualifications - the Diploma in General Dental Practice (DGDP) from the Royal College of Surgeons in 1996 and the Diploma in Postgraduate Dental Studies (DPDS) from Bristol University in 2002 for which he studied periodontology (gum health), oral surgery and the treatment of the worn dentition. Richard's most recent qualification was in homeopathic medicine (LFHom(Dental)) from Bristol NHS Homeopathic Hospital in 2006.

Richard decided to become a dentist when fourteen years old. From school at Lord Wandsworth College he headed north for the five years of undergraduate dental study. He qualified from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne in 1992 and entered an NHS practice to complete Vocational Training in 1993. After a few years work in Newcastle Richard was invited to supervise and teach part time at the Newcastle Dental School, passing back experiences of general dental practice.

In 1996 Richard married Lorna and before starting a family they decided to travel around the world. ‘Having worked for five years it was an amazing opportunity to see many world landmarks and experience vastly different cultures: - Many patients also enjoy travelling, especially once retired and I like to hear about their travel stories’

In 1998 Richard joined a private practice in Cheltenham. ‘The quality of care, materials and technical support was less restricted privately and this complemented the excellent dental experience I’d enjoyed in Newcastle.’

In 2000 Richard, Lorna and new born son Oliver established Evesham Dental Health Team. With the support of the Cheltenham practice and his nurse Sharon, Richard bridged out, working part-time in Evesham and Cheltenham. As the Evesham practice successfully grew, mainly by patients recommending their family, friends and colleagues - the team, facilities and opening hours all increased.

Outside work Richard enjoys family time spent with Lorna and the children; He’d like to play more golf, watch more rugby / football and plans to introduce the children to sailing soon.

Paul worked as a private dentist in Malvern and Worcester after graduating from the University of Birmingham in 1997. He joined EDHT in 2008 part-time, and became full-time in 2010. He has a caring and relaxed approach to family dentistry, with a strong emphasis on preventive pain-free care to maintain healthy teeth and a beautiful smile for life.
Paul has an ongoing investment in postgraduate education so he can provide his patients with the most up to date, evidence based and ethical dentistry. His particular interests include cosmetic and restorative dentistry, tooth whitening, Invisalign and the management of facial pain. He has training in the use of Botox and fillers to improve facial aesthetics. His professional memberships include the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the British Society of Occlusal Studies.

Angela qualified in 1994 from the Eastman Dental Hospital in London and joined Evesham Dental Health Team in May 2004. Angela enjoys treating children & nervous patients, and is very interested in incorporating homeopathy into dentistry. In May 2006 she gained a qualification in Dental Homeopathic Medicine from the Bristol Homeopathic Hospital.

She is married to Chris, a design engineer and they have two girls Emily & Charlotte. In her spare time Angela enjoys travel, cycling, music & cooking.

Denise qualified in 1983 at Cardiff Dental School in Wales and moved up to the Midlands in 1996 when she got married. She joined Evesham Dental Health Team in the summer of 2007. Denise gets a real satisfaction from encouraging patents to over come the apprehension of their treatment, whilst helping them maintain their newly achieved level of gum health.

Denise enjoys the outdoor life/activities, reading and is currently learning to play the piano.

Julie started working in dentistry as a dental nurse aged 18. She went on to gain her dental nursing qualification in 1994 from Birmingham Dental Hospital.  Julie progressed in her career to qualify from Leeds Dental Institute as a dental hygienist and therapist on their dual qualification scheme in 2003.

Julie returned to work in the Midlands in Leamington Spa and Worcester, and eventually joined EDHT in September 2006.

Julie enjoys treating adults and children and is keen to widen her skills in both preventive and conservative dentistry.

In her spare time Julie enjoys sailing, skiing and yoga, and relaxing with family and friends.

Sharon has worked at Evesham Dental Health Team since we opened in August 2000.
She qualified as a dental nurse in 1995 & with further training gained the dental radiography qualification. Sharon gets great pleasure from the cosmetic side of dentistry and loves to see the before and after results. She also enjoys implants and finds the prospect of eliminating dentures very exciting.

Sharon has a border collie called Jenny. She enjoys cooking, music, travel, swimming and watching rugby supporting Gloucester.

Wendy joined Evesham Dental Health Team when the practice first opened in 2000 and has been in dentistry since 1984. She qualified as a dental nurse in the Women’s Royal Air force in 1984 and has since gained the dental radiography qualification. She enjoys dental radiography and is excellent at helping nervous patients feel reassured during treatment. Wendy coordinates the nursing care whilst the dentists provide treatment with Dental Sedation and feels rewarded when sedation provides a relaxing experience for difficult treatments and/or anxious patients.

Wendy is continuing her professional development and is studying for an Oral Health Education Certificate in 2009.

Wendy is married to David whom she met in the RAF. David now has his own haulage business. Wendy enjoys swimming, film, music, eating out & travel and looking after their four cats and two rabbits.

Sarah has many years of dental experience, and after seeing the high quality patient care provided by the practice decided to become part of the team. Evesham Dental Health Team was pleased to welcome her in November 2004. In her spare time Sarah enjoys travelling, dancing, exercising and reading. Whilst working at edht Sarah has qualified as a Registered Dental Nurse and gained her dental Radiography qualification.

Carrie is originally from Preston, Lancashire and moved to Alcester following her marriage to Darren who works as a Marine Engineer. They have a daughter Lily born in May 2008. For the previous twelve years Carrie worked in the entertainments industry but the time spent away from home made the decision for a change in career.

Since joining the team in January 2006, Carrie has  discovered the importance of expert dental care, trained to be a dental nurse and passed the National Certificate examination in Dental Nursing. She will be studing for a Dental Radiography qualification in 2009. Carrie enjoys greeting the public and hopes that her calming disposition makes them feel at ease.

In her spare time Carrie enjoys music, singing and teaching dancing, and also dedicates herself to keeping fit!!

 

Melissa is a qualified dental nurse who carried out her training at the Birmingham Dental Hospital from 2005 -2007. She found this to be a great experience and worked with many interesting patients with severe dental problems. Melissa graduated from Birmingham and joined edht in July 2007, and thoroughly enjoys her various roles in helping patients.

Melissa is keen to further her dental career and knowledge, and passed her Dental Radiography Certificate in 2008. She is currently working towards her Oral Health Education qualification, and hopes to study Sedation in the near future.

Melissa likes to keep fit by going to the gym, playing squash and badminton and going for the occasional swim. She enjoys socialising with her friends and going to see live bands.

Claire has worked as a dental nurse since she left grammer school in Cheltenham. She gained her dental nurse National Certificate in 1991 and enjoys all aspects of working in dentistry and caring for patients.
Claire has valuable experience working as part of an implant team and continues to use these skills at EDHT. Claire joined the team in November 2006 and currently works part time with us on a Saturday. She has continued her career development by gaining the Dental Radiography qualification in 2008.

Claire has been working as a dental nurse since 1999. Claire enjoys her role as a caring and supportive nurse and likes to help people have a pleasurable visit to the dentist. Claire studied hard and gained her National Certificate for Dental Nurses in 2001. She has joined EDHT in January 2008 after a 4 year break to raise her young family. During 2009 Claire will be contiuing her professional development and is studying for a Dental Radiography qualification.

Claire has been married to Wez for over10 years and has 2 beautiful children, Finley-Oliver and Lucas. Claire loves spending time together as a family, enjoying camping, riding bikes and walking in the countryside.

Becky started working at EDHT in August 2008 and is currently training to be a qualified dental nurse. She feels that it is very important that everyone is able to come to the dentist without any fears, and for it to be a relaxing pleasurable experience. Becky finds that a friendly smile always helps!

Before coming to EDHT Becky spent 6 years as a Dive Guide in Egypt, and prior to that worked as a qualified nursery nurse. In her spare time she loves to ride horses and go walking, watch films and spend time with her family.

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Marie joined Evesham Dental Health Team shortly after the practice opened and enjoys greeting guests and catching up on their news. She grew up in Evesham and offers a warm welcome and friendly face to the reception lounge.

Marie stays with her mum in Evesham during the week & spends long weekends in Birmingham at home with her husband Alan. In her leisure time Marie enjoys shopping, cinema, and music gigs. She has two cats, Oliver & Louis who are brothers and rule her house most of the time.

Lorna plays an essential part in the smooth-running of the practice. She handles much of the behind-the-scenes work, enabling the rest of our team to focus on caring for our patients.

Lorna works part time as patient and practice manager. She completed her studies and gained a distinction in the Diploma in Professional Practice Management in 2006.

Lorna is married to Richard and has been involved with the development of the practice from the very beginning. The dream of setting up the practice became a reality at the start of the new millennium. Lorna was the receptionist to greet the first patients when EDHT opened on 10th August 2000.

Lorna met Richard whilst studying at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne. On graduating Lorna worked as an infant teacher in Newcastle for four years. Lorna’s heart was always set on starting a family and so, after some world travel, Oliver was born in Cheltenham in September 1999. It was during the maternity leave that the opportunity to establish Evesham Dental Health Team was realised and soon with Oliver in arms, Lorna was coordinating the conversion of the Bed & Breakfast ‘Dayleen’ on Broadway Road into a combined home and dental practice.

Oliver and daughter Liberty (born March 2002) have enjoyed growing up with the dental practice and you could often hear their bath time antics from the consulting room! The family moved out of the practice in August 2004 to make way for further dental facilities and disabled access.

Lorna finds the most rewarding aspect of her work at EDHT is hearing how peoples’ treatment at the practice has literally changed their lives - giving new found confidence, a happy smile, fresher breath and better prospects. So many comment that at last they are no longer afraid to come to the dentist and positively look forward to visiting us!

Lorna devotes her spare time to caring for the family and enjoys swimming, family outings, the company of friends, good food and wine skiing and travelling.