LANA GILCHRIST  Dentist

I trained at the University of Sydney, Australia,  and graduated in 1991, moving to the UK in 1997.  I  have worked mainly in private practice and  took over Cornhill Dental Centre in 2003. I hoped to realise my dream of a high quality practice, that put the needs of my patients first  and provided them with  comfortable and innovative treatment.  I pride myself on the fact that my team and I are constantly keeping up to date, honing our skills and utilising new technologies and techniques. When at home, I love walking in the countryside, curling up with a good book and am still trying to overcome my reputation as  the world’s worst gardener.

IAN GILCHRIST  Practice Manager

Originally from New Zealand, I have lived  in the UK and Europe since 1989. I have a wide variety of industry experience and I pleased to be able to utilise this expertise   in our practice. I co ordinate  the running of the practice and manage the ‘ behind the scenes’ areas. I also enjoy walking in the countryside and the occasional round of golf.

TINA GRIFFIN  Senior Dental Nurse

I started  in dentistry in 1986 and became a qualified nurse 2 years later.  An opportunity to work in the USA enabled me to expand my skills and I passed the Tennessee State Board exams in 1988. I’m also a qualified oral health educator.  I joined the  practice in 2005 and as the senior dental nurse I oversee the training of new staff and ensure all the up to date procedures are implemented. What I love most about my job is the people. It’s very rewarding to help care for  and to get to know our patients. I also love spending time with my family, researching  my family tree and am proud to have done the MoonWalk for breast cancer twice.

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CLARE JONES Receptionist

I believe that first impressions are important and that’s why I aim to ensure that your first impression of our practice is a friendly one.   My background is mainly in sales and I have been able build on those  skills  to give you the best post possible customer experience.  I live locally with my husband, my little boy, and my dog, Paddy.  I love to read, going to New York, and playing on my newly acquired Nintendo DS.

DEBORAH SHEATHER Dental Hygienist

I trained as a dental hygienist in the Royal Air Force, qualifying in 1982. I have worked in various types of dental practice.  I am passionate about what I do, and I make sure I keep my skills up to date by regularly attending scientific meetings and seminars. I relax with dinghy sailing on Sundays - great when it’s wet and windy. For more sedate pastimes I try to outwit the wildlife that steal from my vegetable patch.

TANYA  WILLIAMS Trainee Dental Nurse

I am the newest member of the team and joined at the beginning of 2008 as part of the Cornhill  Dental Nurse training programme. I hope to earn my NVQ3 qualification by the end of 2009. I started my working life as an apprentice chef in 2000 and eventually worked for large hotels in Oxford and Woodstock. However, I wanted to work more with people and  am very excited by this opportunity. I am enjoying the challenge,  the skills that I am developing and it’s exciting being part of such a dynamic team. Swimming and Ice skating are my new hobbies.