Dr Salim Ismail
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Salim was educated in Birmingham and obtained his degree in Dentistry at Manchester University.
Since then he has worked in a variety of practices, and has successfully owned and managed two other practices prior to purchasing The Limes. As a result of the dental experience he has gained he was recruited by a national organisation to act as a mentor to European dentists. " I believe in providing high quality dentistry, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. I understand the fear and apprehension that you feel when you visit the dentist, as I have experienced this myself. It is my determination therefore, that no one should go through this when they visit us. I am proud to say that patients are constantly surprised at how relaxed they feel during their visits with me." |
Dr Tony Williams
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Tony graduated from Newcastle University in 2003 and was awarded a distinction in oral subjects and a merit in child dental health, and restorative dentistry.
Having completed an advanced restorative course in 2013, Tony has a passion for restoring complex cases of tooth wear, as well as all other aspects of general dentistry. Tony is always approachable and his use of humour helps to put even the most nervous of people at ease. |
Dr Louise Leek
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Louise graduated with a BchD dental degree from the University of Leeds in 2007. She then completed her vocational training year locally in Penrith where she has continued to work to date. Louise quickly gained accreditation from Denplan in 2008, and was personally recommended to us here at The Limes in 2011.
Louise has pioneered our evening surgeries and offers an excellent standard of care, explaining treatments in a clear calm manner. |
Dr Louise Lightfoot
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Graduating from Newcastle University School of Dentistry in 2008 Louise returned to her home town of Penrith, and completed her Vocational Training in Wigton, gaining valuable experience there for a further 7 years. We were lucky to have Louise join us here at The Limes in 2017 after a short time in Carlisle, and she has been a superb addition to the team. She has built a reputation for being a kind and caring family dentist and has a lovely calming demeanour that allows adults and children to feel instantly relaxed.
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Teresa Harkes
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Having qualified from Glasgow in 1989 as a Dental Hygienist, Teresa was awarded The Ash Prize for Clinical Excellence to reflect her meticulous attention to detail and the results she consistently achieves with her patients. She was the first hygienist to work at The Limes and has been with us since 1991. Teresa has built a strong rapport with all her patients over that time and they appreciate the time spent with them to improve and maintain the foundations of their teeth.
" Healthy gums are increasingly being recognised as being important in general health and wellbeing. It is for this reason I love working with a team that recognises the importance of oral health in the wider context " |
Katie Bousfield
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Katie gained a degree in English Language and Linguistics from the University Of York in 2003 before embarking on her career in dental nursing in 2004. She quickly advanced herself to a dental hygienist graduating from the University Of Liverpool with a Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy in 2008. After working briefly as a Dental Therapist, she realised her passions remain as a hygienist, and it is in this capacity that she has joined us here at The Limes. Katie has already established herself in a very short time, and her quiet,unassuming, gentle nature charms even the most nervous of patients.
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Sharon Posner
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Since joining the practice as a receptionist in 1989, Sharon has been instrumental in the efficient running of The Limes. Having formally excelled in obtaining her Certificate in Dental Practice Management in 1998 with a Distinction, she has overseen the initial conversion to Private Dentistry in 1994. Despite dealing with the daily management of the practice, Sharon is always there to greet patients with a smile and a relaxing chat.
She has recently been recognised as a Denplan Champion and is always available to advise on the most suitable Denplan membership |
Megan Tarn
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Megan first came to The Limes as a work experience student at the age of 14. After excelling in her GCSE's she enrolled on a dental nursing college course and joined us as an apprentice. Having now completed her training, her constantly smiling disposition helps to put all our patients at ease. Megan is able to excel in any given task, is a real pleasure to have in the practice and is a whizz on computers too!
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Kay Lord
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Kay has trained and worked as a dental nurse in Appleby for almost seven years, having attained a National Certificate in Dental Nursing in Newcastle in 2008 and we were fortunate enough to recruit her to The Limes in 2011. We are continually impressed by her local knowledge and she has quickly established herself as an integral member of staff. Kay has been involved in The Young Farmers for many years and is well known and respected in the surrounding farming community as a result.
" I am thrilled to be a member of the team at The Limes, and it is very refreshing to work in such a friendly and relaxed practice. " |
Margaret Sowerby
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Margaret trained and worked alongside Kay in Appleby and qualified in 2008 with a National Certificate in Dental Nursing (Newcastle) with Merit. Her warm, friendly, happy reassuring style is an absolute delight to be around. Each patient she sees is like an old friend, and virtually no one leaves without a comforting hug. We are really pleased to have her as part of our team.
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