BDS Sheffield 1982
Jo was born and educated in Staffordshire. She graduated from Sheffield University in 1982, working there for two years in a busy practice in the city centre. She moved south, joining Burgess Hill Dental in 1985, becoming a partner in the practice in 2002 and sole principal in 2008. Jo says
“My first love isn’t teeth; it’s the people they belong to. That’s the reason I love being a dentist. Being dentally phobic myself as a teenager, I make great efforts to ensure everyone, but particularly children, enjoy their visits as much as possible. Nervous or apprehensive patients of any age are treated with kindness, respect, understanding and patience. The atmosphere in the surgery is relaxed friendly and informal. You will always hear more laughing than drilling!
I have a keen interest and considerable experience in cosmetic dentistry including tooth whitening and aesthetic bonding techniques. I use tooth coloured fillings which look good and help strengthen your teeth.
Jo has two great children Harry and Katie. She loves spending time with them especially travelling and skiing. She has recently discovered tennis and is a very enthusiastic but technically inept photographer.
BDS London 1977 LDS RCS Eng 1978
Rachael was born in London, brought up in Hertfordshire and later Brighton. She qualified from the Royal London Hospital in 1977. One of six children, Rachael is the only one to follow in her father’s dental footsteps. Rachael says
“I found my inspiration in my father, working as a Saturday helper, until finally I just wanted to pick up the instruments and do it myself. He made me realise that dentistry could be humane, friendly, very creative and satisfying. It has been my mission to help my patients gain control of their own dental health. I hope to give them the information they need and the confidence to use it. Together we try to work and find the best way forward taking into account the patient’s preferences, time commitments and finances out of a huge range of possibilities. Being here for over twenty five years has given me a marvellous opportunity to get to know my patients, their strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes and hopes and fears”
BDS London 1998
Sally was raised in York; she graduated with distinction from Guy’s hospital in 1998, worked in oral surgery for 2 years followed by general practice in Brighton and Haywards Heath. Sally joined Burgess Hill Dental in 2008. She says
“I am extremely dedicated to providing high standards of clinical dentistry and excellent patient care in a friendly environment.
My philosophy is ‘prevention is better than cure’. I encourage and educate my patients enabling them to keep their mouths healthy and disease free.
I am interested and experienced in all aspects of dentistry, in particular the treatment of nervous patients. It’s the best feeling in the world to be able to help an anxious patient, who has possibly avoided going to the dentist for many years, build their trust in me and helping them gain confidence and restoring their smile!”
BDS(Hons) Newcastle 1989
David qualified in 1989 from Newcastle University with honours and a special prize for children’s dentistry. He has worked in several family dental practices over the last 20 years, including Durham, Brighton and Steyning. David joined us in 2009. David has a son Joshua and a daughter Grace. He also has two Labradors, Wellington and George. His wife Kathryn is a dental nurse and he has identical twin sisters who are also dentists! David says
“I love dentistry and I strive for excellence in everything I do, from the simplest routine examinations to very complex cosmetic work. I have high clinical standards and a wealth of experience. I am committed to helping you have a healthy mouth, free from tooth decay and gum disease.
My areas of particular interest and skill are in cosmetic dentistry, including tooth whitening and all ceramic crowns which make teeth stronger and look very natural. I understand how the appearance of your teeth can greatly affect the way you feel about yourself. If you are at all self conscious about your smile, please do ask. I can advise you the best way to get the result you are after.
Out of the surgery David sails and dives. He also enjoys gardening, cooking and spending time with his family. A keen DIY enthusiast, he has recently fitted his own kitchen, bathroom and conservatory!
BDS, MFGDPRCS (Eng)
Tammy is an exceptionally talented and gentle dentist. She qualified in 1988 from Birmingham University, with honours and many prizes. After a year working in Birmingham Dental Hospital, she moved to Brighton and in 1996 gained the highly acclaimed Membership of the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners. Tammy has worked in family dental practices in Brighton and Hove for over 20 years. She is well known and highly respected. As well as a wealth of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry, Tammy has a special interest in facial aesthetics and is very skilled in the use of dermal fillers and Botox (non surgical facial rejuvenation).
Tammy met her husband, Tim, at university. They live in Hove and have two daughters, Alexandra and Emma. Tammy says "Outside of dentistry I love 'Horrible Histories', cakes and baking, the gym, my family and the V&A museum!" Tammy was involved in the bridge2aid dental volunteer programme in Tanzania in 2010.
Tammy will initially be working with us from January 2012 on a wednesday (2pm-7pm) and a friday (8am-1pm).
