Associate Dentist: Dr Gavin Ho Fat

BDS (Newcastle)
GDC No.: 103457

Gavin is a General Dentist with an interest in restorative, cosmetic and implant dentistry. He has a very calm and approachable character. Gavin has previously worked in Hertfordshire and spent several years in private practice in London.

After graduating from Newcastle University with a Clinical Distinction and winning the Coltene prize for the use of composites (white fillings) in 2006, Gavin continued his professional development attending numerous post graduate lectures and courses.

In 2008, Gavin began his implant training with an 18 month mini-residency in London’s Harley Street; further to this, in 2012, he gained a place on the Diploma for Implant Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons, completing the course in 2013.

Associate Dentist & Practice Clinical Lead: Dr Mark Burton

BDS Hons (Lond) PG Dip (Primary Dental Care), FID, MSc Dent Imp (Bris)
GDC No.: 251324

Having graduated from Kings College London, Mark worked in practice in Kent before relocating to Gloucestershire in 2015 to join our team at both Cirencester and Stow-on-the-Wold Dental Practices.

Mark has a keen interest in restorative and aesthetic dentistry and is a firm believer in taking a holistic, preventative and patient-centred approach to dental care. He is highly motivated to use the most modern techniques in order to help patients to achieve and maintain healthy mouths as well as to help those that never thought they could have a beautiful smile.

Since graduating, Mark has completed a postgraduate diploma in Primary Dental Care with a primary focus in Periodontology (gum disease) and Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment).

Mark has completed the MSc Implantology Programme at University of Bristol and is now a member of the International Team for Implantology and has gained significant experience in single and multiple implant cases with a variety of grafting needs. He has extensive experience of using Digital Workflow for implant-based and tooth-borne restorations and fixed and removable orthodontic systems.

He has a special interest in Orthodontics and is trained and experienced with a range of fixed and removeable clear orthodontic systems – recently Mark has been asked to contribute as a key opinion leader for the Clear Correct Aligner system. He enjoys combining these with tooth whitening techniques to give patients the straighter, whiter smile that they seek.

Having trained in facial aesthetics, Mark enjoys helping patients enhance their complexion by reducing wrinkles and unsightly lines, or gaining volume which has been lost as part of the natural process of aging. He continues to attend courses from highly regarded clinicians on all aspects of dentistry in order to expand his knowledge.

Away from the practice, Mark is a keen cricketer who plays for local club side Poulton CC.

Associate Dentist: Dr Joao Souteiro

LMD (Porto, Portugal), MSc Dent Imp (Bris), PGCert ConSed (Lon)
GDC No: 249325

Joao is from Portugal and qualified in Dentistry from the University of Porto (ISCS-N) in 2012 working in a private practice for 2 years. He moved to the UK in 2014 and has worked in Bristol, Bath and the Cotswolds area since then as a General Dentist with a special interest in Implantology, Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Dentistry and dentally anxious patients.

During this time, he completed his master’s degree in Implantology at the University of Bristol and is an active Member of both the International Team for Implantology (ITI) and Association of Dental Implantology (ADI).

Joao has a gentle manner, which works especially well for dental-phobic patients, and always endeavours to achieve the best level of care and outcome for his patients. This has led him on to continue his studies with a Post-graduate Certificate in Dental Sedation and Pain Management from University College London (Eastman Dental Institute), thereby allowing him to safely provide intravenous sedation. He is also a member of the Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry (SAAD).

Having a keen focus on dental education, Joao finds that this continued professional development allows him to provide the highest standards of care as he stays attuned with the latest technological developments, techniques and materials available.

Away from work Joao loves his long countryside walks with his wife and his beautiful golden retriever (Rajah). He is also a FC Porto aficionado and a keen runner.

Associate Dentist: Dr Alexander Doan-Gill

BDS (London)
GDC No: 258612

Alex qualified as a dentist from King’s College London in 2015, soon after he went on to undertake vocational training with the Oxford Dental Deanery. Following this, he worked at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital in order to hone his surgical skills whilst working as a member of the Maxillofacial Department.

Alex has worked across NHS and Private practices within Gloucestershire. His caring nature means he enjoys helping nervous patients feel comfortable and motivating people to make positive changes. He enjoys all aspects of general dentistry – restorative dentistry, aesthetic dentistry including tooth whitening, veneers, crowns, bridgework and restoring dental implants.

Being an active member of Gloucester Independent Dentists, Alex regularly attends study days to keep up to date with the latest advances within dentistry.

Associate Dentist: Dr Gareth Thomas

BChD (Leeds)
GDC No: 252222

Gareth is a local to the Cirencester area and, having worked for a Private/NHS practice for the previous 7 years where he enjoyed the largest patient portfolio of the practice, has a wealth of experience in General Dentistry.

Having graduated from Leeds University & Dental Institute in 2014, he has always sought to further his dental knowledge and training, including achieving a Silver in The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Clinical Skills Competition and completing Part 1 Diploma of MJDF Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Gareth prides himself on offering the highest standard of service, care and compassion to his patients. He has a keen interest in all aspects of aesthetic dentistry including crowns, composites and teeth whitening and is experienced in complex restorative cases, surgical extractions and cosmetic treatment.

Away from work, Gareth has hung up his rugby boots but is still an avid supporter, skier and traveller.

Associate Dentist: Dr Adam Baxter

BDS (Bristol)
GDC No: 289037

Adam graduated locally from the University of Bristol, and after completing his dental foundation placement year, has worked in South Gloucestershire before joining Cirencester and Stow-on-the-Wold Dental Practices.

Adam has a patient-centred approach to dentistry, and a keen interest in using the latest digital technology to help patients achieve the best dental outcome.

He is currently working towards completing his exams for Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS).

Away from work, Adam enjoys films and music and is an avid reader. He also enjoys participating in a wide range of sports such as Tae-Kwon-Do, 5- and 6-aside football league and professional wrestling.

Specialist Periodontist: Dr Hatem Algraffee

BDS, MSc, M Clin Dent, MFDS RCS, MRD
GDC No: 72250

Hatem Algraffee is recognized as a specialist in Periodontics by the General Dental Council and attends Cirencester Dental Practice on 2 x Fridays per month and Stow-on-the-Wold Dental Practice on 2 x Thursdays per month.

He is very knowledgeable and experienced in the treatment of the “soft tissues” in the mouth. Your patient’s first consultation with Hatem will include a very thorough assessment of their gum health. Hatem will give invaluable advice regarding oral health care techniques and will explain clearly the causes as well as the solutions to any periodontal problems.

His treatments have a very high success rate and he frequently achieves positive results for patients who have had gum treatment with limited success elsewhere.

Like all his colleagues he is very careful to ensure that all his treatment is carried out painlessly, using very effective local anesthesia. He has a kind, gentle and encouraging manner, and his patients find his explanations and instructions easy to follow.

Hatem qualified from the Royal Dental Hospital in 1996, followed later by a four-year specialist training programme in periodontology and implantology at Guy’s Hospital and two master’s degrees from the University of London.

He also runs Periodontal Seminars for dentists and hygienists.

Specialist Endodontist: Dr Robert Kelly

BDentSc, BA, MJDF RCS(Ed), FHEA, MClinDent (Endo), MEndo RCS(Ed)
GDC No: 193648

Rob graduated in 2010 from Trinity College, Dublin. He has broad based experiences working in both primary and secondary specialist care settings.

Rob has completed his post-graduate specialist training in endodontology (root canal treatments) at King’s College, London while at the same time coming to the final stages of completing his PhD. His research interests include the behaviour of dental biomaterials in extreme oral environments. Robert has several peer-reviewed publications relating to his research and clinical experiences.

Rob is an active member of the British Endodontic Society and has been undertaking a wide range of endodontic treatments for several years, accepting referrals for all aspects of root canal treatments, re-treatments as well as surgical endodontic procedures.

Rob will provide you with a comprehensive assessment and advice regarding the tooth/teeth that may need root canal intervention as well as detailing the expected outcome of any proposed treatment.

Hygienist: Anne-Marie Stone, EDH

GDC No.: 118002

Anne-Marie gained her Diploma in Dental Hygiene from Bristol School of Oral and Dental Sciences in 2012, having previously qualified as a Dental Nurse in 1998.

She demonstrates a high level of patient care and exemplary standards of clinical experience, having worked at other practices in the local area for 27 years prior to joining our Clinical Team in 2022.

Anne-Marie continues to enjoy broadening her dental knowledge with continued professional development.

Dental Therapist: Natalie Francis

BDS Hons, Cert HE
GDC No.: 258407

Natalie is a Dental Therapist; within this role she is qualified to perform all Hygiene treatment in addition to carrying out fillings and any treatments on children’s baby teeth.

She graduated from University of Portsmouth Dental Academy in 2015 with Honours, and was awarded the Dame Margaret Seward Award for ‘Dental Hygiene and Therapy Student of the Year’.

Following her graduation, she has carried out further training including Maintenance of Dental Implants and further education in the management of Gum Disease and Tooth Whitening.

Natalie is a keen baker and volunteers as a Dementia friend. She is also currently learning British Sign Language on-line.

Head Dental Nurse: Emma Woolf

GDC No.: 265064

Emma joined Cirencester Dental Practice in January 2014 as a Trainee Dental Nurse and qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2016 following completion of her course with Cotswold Dental Training.

She has a keen interest in implants and surgical procedures, and has assisted at several Straumann Courses and ITI Study Club evenings. As Head Nurse to Dr Ross Cutts at Cirencester and Stow-on-the-Wold Dental Practices, she has over 7 years’ experience in complex surgical and implant procedures including sinus procedures and bone grafting.

Emma is now an ITI Dental Nurse Ambassador. She gained her Radiography Badge in 2019 and continues to further her dental knowledge with continued professional development.

Dental Nurse: Teresa Townsend

GDC No.: 269168

Having started work at Stow-on-the-Wold Dental Practice in August 2015, Teresa passed her Dental Nurse Training programme with Cotswold Dental Training in February 2017.

Teresa spent her early working life in a pharmaceutical and dental environment, but put her career on hold to raise her children.

Since returning to the work place, Teresa enjoys spending her time between both Cirencester and Stow-on-the-Wold Dental Practices and looks forward to continuing her professional development.

Dental Nurse: Ranjana Rana

GDC No.: 266139

Ranjana qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2016 and has worked for corporate dental practices in Andover and Cirencester for 5 years prior to joining our team.

She loves working with people and providing care during treatment and is committed to furthering her career through continued professional development.

Outside of work Ranjana enjoys painting, baking and arts and crafts.

Trainee Dental Nurse: Hannah Collier

GDC No.: Trainee

Hannah grew up and was educated locally in Wiltshire/Gloucestershire. She joined our team in 2021 and has since enrolled in a National Diploma in Dental Nursing in which she is enjoying the challenge of learning new skills.

She has previous experience in customer service, retail and food preparation and is enthusiastic with a positive approach to work and education.

Trainee Dental Nurse: Rebecca Hogg

GDC No.: Trainee

Rebecca is local to the Gloucestershire area and, prior to joining us in 2021 and enrolling in a National Diploma in Dental Nursing Course, has worked in a variety of retail, veterinary and customer service environments.

She is organised, hardworking and enjoys meeting new people and learning new skills.

Practice Manager: Gaynor Cutts, RDN

GDC No.: 148673

Gaynor started her training in 1969 as a Dental Nurse and is still GDC registered.

Prior to relocating to Gloucestershire in 2010, she worked at a private practice in Kent for 18 years; first as a Senior Receptionist; and then as Practice Manager.

Gaynor is Practice Manager of both Cirencester and Stow-on-the-Wold Dental Practices and continues to further her dental knowledge with continual professional development.