West Devon and Cornwall Scheme Educational Supervisors 2023 - 2024
Adam Blake and Fergus Gill
Truro Dental Health
46 Lemon Street
Truro
Cornwall TR1 2NS
Tel: 01872 272398
Educational Supervisors:
Adam Blake qualified at Cardiff in 1999. He has been a joint educational supervisor for 16 years, originally on the 2 year GPT scheme linked with Treliske Hospital. He has a particular interest in simple orthodontics, preventative and restorative dentistry. Outside dentistry he enjoys sport, gardening and spending time with his children.
Fergus Gill qualified at Liverpool in 1997. He has been a joint educational supervisor for 14 years. He has a particular interest in paediatric and restorative dentistry. Outside dentistry he enjoys cycling, snowboarding and cooking.
Practice Information:
The practice is one of Truro’s original dental surgeries situated in the heart of the city. Adam and Fergus purchased the practice in 2007 and it now has six surgeries, with a mix of NHS and private patients. The practice is staffed by an experienced team supporting six dentists, two hygienists and a visiting dentist with an interest in implants and surgery. The surgeries are well equipped with digital radiography, a separate OPG room and central sterilization.
Location and Living:
Truro is the Cornwall’s capital and has a wealth of local facilities, galleries, bars and restaurants. It has good transport links and is close to the regions famed beaches and water sport locations.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the practice contact the practice manager Louise Bowen on 01872 272398 or email trurodentalhealth@nhs.net
Rebecca Hammond BDS
Dartmoor Dental
26 West Street
Tavistock
PL19 8AN
01822 612828
Educational Supervisor:
Rebecca Hammond qualified at Leeds University in 2005. Rebecca has worked in the community, hospital settings and at a secure setting. Rebecca is a GDP with a particular interest in sedation and oral surgery.
In her own time, Rebecca enjoys sea swimming and socialising. .
Practice Information:
The Practice opened in 1972 and was formerly known as Lynbridge House. Dartmoor Dental has an exempt NHS contract as well as seeing patients on a private fee basis. The Practice has 8 surgeries, that have nearly all been refitted with brand new equipment, a brand newstate of the art decontamination room and in the basement, we have a laboratory technician.
We have 10 clinicians, including 6 dentists, 2 hygienists and a therapist. We also have an implantologist, along with Dr Pradyna Apte BDS who is a dentist and a Harley-street trained aesthetics practitioner.
Location and Living:
Tavistock is an ancient stannary and market town within West Devon, England and is the home of cream tea. It is situated on the River Tavy and has direct access to Dartmoor, which is fantastic for walking, cycling or riding. Tavistock is a friendly and thriving local town, that hosts many independent shops and quirky cafés – Tavistock was once awarded
National cycle route 27, Drakes Trail and the West Devon Way to Plymouth are all easily accessible from the town centre and Plymouth is just a 35 minute drive away.
Further Information:
For any further information, or to visit the Practice. Please contact the Practice manager Karina Keyte on manager@dartmoordental.co.uk or visit our website at https://www.dartmoordental.co.uk/
Isaac Hewett
Smile Dental Care – St Ives
6 Tregenna Place, St Ives
TR26 1SD
Practice Tel: 01736 796 260
Educational Supervisor:
Isaac studied dentistry at Queen Mary and Westfield college in the east end of London qualifying in 2006. He has worked in general dentistry since and has a particular interest in implants and smile design. He began placing implants in 2010 and is delighted with the difference these treatments can make to patients lives. He is also a registered Invisalign and Somnowell practitioner. Isaac regularly attends courses to both expand his skills and keep up to date with the latest in dentistry. He is happily married, has 6 children and enjoys Paddleboarding.
Practice Information:
Smile Dental Care is an experienced practice, established in 1993 as a group. They are keen to invest in the future of dentistry and encourage the use of latest technologies/materials. The practice has 5 surgeries with a great team of dentists, dental nurses and a hygienist. The surgeries are fully equipped, computerised with digital radiographs, rotary endodontics and an intraoral scanner.
Location and Living:
St Ives is one of the most sought areas to live in England as it is considered the most beautiful gem in the crown of Cornish resorts. With beautiful beaches, rugged cliffs, cozy bays, historic architecture, art galleries, and snug restaurants.It has achieved numerous awards including best UK Seaside Town & holiday destination for multiple years. The world famous Minack theatre is nearby and is a spectacular open-air theatre, perched on the Cornish cliffs and hosts Shakespearean plays amongst others.
Further Information:
To contact the practice or for more information contact the Area Manager Vic Bean on 07393 507882 or email vic.bean@smiledentalcare.co.uk.
Susan Lewis & Anna Taylor
The Treatment Centre
Lemon Quay Dental Care
1st Floor Tinners Court
Truro TR1 2LL
Tel: 01872 241955
Educational Supervisors:
Anna graduated from Cardiff University in 2007. She completed her Vocational Training in Cornwall and has worked as an associate dentist in Falmouth. Anna is the principle of Lemon Quay Dental Care at the Treatment Centre. She has gained the cert Ed in healthcare education and is a facilitator at Peninsula and is currently studying a MSc in restorative dentistry.
Sue qualified at Birmingham University in 1990 and entered general practice in Cornwall. She has been an associate at Lemon Quay Dental Care since 2010 and has been appointed joint educational supervisor with Anna since September 2016.
Practice Information:
Lemon Quay Dental Care is the state of the art practice and member of the BDA Good Practice Scheme. Built in 2008, the practice has been purpose designed and was the finalist in the WOW practice design award. It is fully computerised, has lift access for disabled patients, central sterilization, digital radiographs and protaper handpieces.
Location and Living:
We are located in the very hub of Truro, just off the main piazza square which is the centre of most festivities.
Further information:
For more information please visit our website.
Tel: 01841 532373
Educational Supervisor:
Ross MacRae qualified at Glasgow in 1983. He has been an educational supervisor since 2011. Ross has a particular interest in FD and DCP training and lectures to various Southwest dental groups. Outside of dentistry Ross is the Secretary of the Padstow Rotary Club, enjoys photography and walking his Springer Spaniel.
Practice Information:
A long established busy family practice situated on the ground floor of a converted fisherman’s quayside cottage in the beautiful coastal town of Padstow. Our two surgeries are well-equipped including Reciproc rotary endodontics, Diagnodent, Aquacut/Sylc-jet and intra-oral cameras. They are fully computerised with digital x-rays and Wi-Fi connection. We are staffed by an experienced team supporting the dentists and hygienist.
Location and Living:
Famous for celebrity chefs, restaurants, shops and excellent surfing beaches Padstow is one of Cornwall’s premiere tourist towns. From coastal walks to extreme water sports, every leisure activity is catered for. Padstow is 30 minutes from Truro and 15 minutes from Newquay Airport. Above the practice is a delightful fully furnished two bedroomed flat for the FD to rent, if they wish.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the practice contact Ross MacRae via email on info@padstow-dental-practice.co.uk or visit our website www.padstow-dental-practice.co.uk
Lisa Mullarkey
Mount Wise Dental Practice,
15A Cumberland Street
Devonport
Plymouth. PL1 4DX
Tel: 01752 500992
PLEASE NOTE THIS PRACTICE IS LINKED TO THE LONGITUDINAL PLYMOUTH POSTS, THEREFORE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR GENERAL PREFERENCING FOR PRACTICE ALLOCATIONS
Educational Supervisor:
Lisa Mullarkey qualified at GKT Dental Institute, London 2006. She has been an educational supervisor for 6 years. She is a GDP with a special interest in oral surgery and restorative dentistry.
Practice Information:
The practice was established in 1985 and is predominantly as NHS practice. The practice has 3 surgeries, which are well equipped and computerized with digital radiographs. The staff are experienced and supportive.
Location and Living:
Devonport is an area of Plymouth that has undergone much development and regeneration over the past 7 years. It is well serviced by bus routes and a 20 minute walk to the centre of Plymouth.
Further Information:
For further information or to organise a visit, contact the team on Tel: 01752 500 992 or e-mail: info@mountwisedental.co.uk
Educational Supervisor
Elizabeth Murphy qualified from Peninsula Dental School in 2012 and has since spent 10 years working in the local area as a NHS Dentist. Elizabeth has enjoyed working as part of Plymouth University as a Clinical Supervisor and has also taken part in some academic teaching over the last few years. Elizabeth now works for Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) which is where the DFT placement will be held.
Practice Information
The DFT position is based at the Derriford Dental Education Facility in Plymouth working from a single surgery. The position will have access to modern equipment and materials and have a well experienced team to support the DFT, including a Dental Therapist and Oral Surgeons. There are opportunities to be involved in Community work should the DFT wish.
Local Area
Plymouth, in South Devon, is surrounded by beaches and also has a close proximity to Dartmoor National park so it is well suited to those who like to explore the outdoors. There are train and bus networks within Plymouth and the surrounding areas however, having your own car would be an advantage. Plymouth has a range of independent cafes and restaurants, as well as more well known chains, so it caters to suit a variety of tastes.
Further Information
If you have any further questions, please emailElizabeth.murphy@plymouth.ac.uk or visit the website https://peninsuladental.org.uk
Educational Supervisor:
Adam Randall BDS Dip Res Den cert Den Ed; Adam qualified in Birmingham in 1990 and has been an Educational Supervisor since 1996.
Practice Information:
Gentle Dental is a seaside dental Practice located in Newquay, Cornwall. This busy and growing seaside town has a thriving selection of bars, restaurants and night-time activities for the young Practitioner.
With two sites the Practice has on site specialists including an Oral Surgeon and an Endodontist, with a total of 7 surgeries. We work heavily alongside therapists and hygienists in this well-equipped Practice with OPG, CBCT, digital X-rays, 3D scanning etc. The FD will have the opportunity to sit in on advanced procedures as well as their regular patient list.
Extensive social opportunities exist alongside our work gym, staff swimming and fitness sessions. Surfing beach located a few minutes from your surgery.
Location and Living:
Reasonably priced accommodation is available. For a video of the living arrangements and further information please contact us. Being able to drive is a definite advantage to make the most of Cornwall from this location.
Further Information:
www.gentledental.co.uk email info@gentledental.co.uk WhatsApp 07779044321
Paul Roberts
Smile Dental Care
Park Vale Practice
15 Kimberely Park
Falmouth
Cornwall TR11 2DA
Practice Tel: 01326 313310
Educational Supervisor:
Paul Roberts qualified at Manchester in 2011. He has successfully mentored European and overseas dentists for 6 years. He is a GDP with interests in restorative dentistry and oral surgery. Outside dentistry he enjoys boating, tennis and film.
Practice Information:
The practice has been present within the local community for over 30 years and whilst being predominantly NHS, private potential is also large. The practice has 5 working surgeries with a warm and experienced team. The surgeries are well equipped with digital radiographs, rotary endodontics and all fully computerised.
Location and Living:
Falmouth is a town on the coast of southwest England. Falmouth is known for its stunning beaches, active outdoor lifestyle and frequently voted in the UK’s top 10 places to live. Falmouth is near great local attractions such as the Eden project and many more. Falmouth also has a great food scene, and many events take place throughout the year.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the practice contact the practice manager on falmouthmanager@smiledentalcare.co.uk
Educational Supervisor: Harriet Turner qualified from Newcastle University in 2017. I am a GDP with an interest in preventative dentistry and clear aligner treatment. Outside of Dentistry I enjoy being outdoors walking with my dogs and watersports such as kite surfing and gig rowing.
Practice Information:
Helston Mydentist is a predominantly NHS practice with mixed Private. We have 4 surgeries with 4 experienced dentists working part time, a therapist and an excellent hygienist. We have a wonderfully supportive team of nurses and receptionists. The surgeries are equipped with a good range of materials and equipment, fully computerized and digital radiographs.
Location and Living:
Helston is a lovely town 3 miles from the coast and neighboring village Porthleven. Public transport: Regular local buses, train stations within 30mins drive, Newquay airport for internal and external flights. It is useful if not essential to have your own transport. Housing / renting is fast moving in Cornwall but there are options to rent in Helston and surrounding areas.
Further Information:
For any further information or to visit the practice contact the Practice Manager Leanne Tomlinson via email to helston-PM@mydentist.co.uk OR Educational Supervisor Harriet Turner at GDC271376@mydentistassociates.co.uk. Website https://www.mydentist.co.uk/dentists/practices/england/south-west-england/helston/1
St.Agnes Dental Practice
YorkHouse
9 British Road
St.Agnes
Cornwall TR5 0TX
Tel: 01872 552353
Educational Supervisor:
Tom Wagg qualified from Sheffield university and moved to Cornwall to live by the sea. He enjoys general practice, providing a full range of treatment to children and adults, especially minimally invasive approaches. Outside work Tom loves spending time with his 2 small children, 4 guitars and 9 surfboards.
Practice Information:
We expanded the practice over several years of improvement and modernization to four surgeries. Our experienced and friendly staff supports six dentists and one hygienist. The practice is fully computerized and digital radiography throughout. Our latest improvement is the development of our Central Sterilization Unit comprisingstate of the art equipment and enabling us to comply with “Best Practice” regulations.
Location and Living:
St.Agnes, a pretty village on the north coast of Cornwall near Truro famous for its history of tin mining and its world class surfing. Our previous FDs have enjoyed the wonderful environment as well as the close post graduate venues where study days are held. Truro and Falmouth as well as St.Agnes have been popular places for FDs to live.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the practice please email our practice manager or phone 01872 552353.
Grosvenor Dental Practice
18 Grosvenor Avenue
Newquay
Cornwall
TR7 1BQ
Tel: 01637 873011
Educational Supervisor: Holly qualified at Sheffield University in 2008. In addition to working at the practice, she is a clinical supervisor at Peninsula Dental School. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry, particularly working with anxious patients, prevention and cosmetics. Outside of dentistry she has a young family, a host of animals and a love of the sea. Holly is passionate about dentistry and appreciates that the first year in practice is both exciting and equally daunting. She is relaxed and open and is looking forward to making the transition both enjoyable and successful.
Practice Information:
The Practice established itself on Grosvenor Avenue in 1968 and has a fairly equal mix of Private and NHS with a patient base of 6,500, with room for expansion. The Practice is a bright, two story building with 4 large modern surgeries which are well equipped and fully computerized with digital radiographs and a CBCT Machine. There is an experienced, well established team supporting 3 dentists and a Hygienist. We pride ourselves on being a friendly, warm and relaxed environment for both our patients and team.
Location and Living:
Newquay is a coastal town in Cornwall. Made famous for its laidback lifestyle and beautiful local beaches. The Practice is located just off the High Street and is less than a 10-minute walk away from Newquay train station, with excellent transport links and an international airport is approximately a10 minute drive out of the town. Several beautiful beaches are just a short stroll from the practice, giving the opportunity for both a lunch time paddle and a great work/ life balance.
Further Information:
For further information or to visit the Practice, please don’t hesitate to contact the Practice Manager Hannah Williams on Newquay-pm@mydentist.co.uk.
PLEASE NOTE THIS PRACTICE IS LINKED TO THE LONGITUDINAL PLYMOUTH POSTS, THEREFORE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR GENERAL PREFERENCING FOR PRACTICE ALLOCATIONS.
Educational Supervisor:
Sacha Young qualified from Guy’s in 1994 and has enjoyed being an ES for 13 years. She particularly likes being a general practitioner seeing a wide variety of patients, managing her practice and has a Diploma in Management. Until recently Sacha was a clinical supervisor at the Peninsula Dental School and worked in Derriford Hospital as a restorative clinical assistant. Outside of dentistry Sacha is a keen cook, gardener and would never be without her four dogs.
Practice Information:
The practice was established in 1968 by Sacha’s parents. Sacha bought the practice in 2006 and since then has grown it into an nine-chair NHS practice caring for a wide variety of patients; the practice is never short of work. We have a very close-knit team and the practice still retains its friendly family atmosphere. Sacha is proud to give her FD the opportunity and freedom to develop within a supportive environment. During the time Sacha has had the practice she has refurbished it throughout. The FD surgery is right handed only and has up to date equipment.
Location and Living:
The practice is situated in the heart of the city centre of Plymouth close to the university. There are good public transport links however a car is useful if you wish to take in Dartmoor National Park, which is on our doorstep. We are very spoilt with the variety of water sports on offer being a costal naval town and we even have a ski slope. Plymouth is a vibrant university town and accommodation is no problem.
Further Information:
Visit our website, email kelly.smith78@nhs.net or call Kelly on the number above to answer any questions and arrange to visit the practice.