Meet the team

Mark Haswell is one of our leading specialists at Stradbrook Dental & Implant Clinic. Mark Haswell qualified at Kings in 1987 and has worked at Stradbrook since 1990, becoming a partner in 1993. He is described by his nurse as an “implant anorak” and has been carrying out implant based treatment since 1991, being one of the first UK dentists to undertake an MSc in Implant Dentistry.

He now lectures regularly on all aspects of Implant based treatment. Mark enjoys golf and is a bit of a fitness fanatic, enjoying cycling and running around the Lake District for charity. Mark is married to Sarah and has two children and a border terrier.

Di holds a Master of Science in Implant dentistry from Warwick University, which was awarded with Distinction. Whilst at Warwick he was awarded the Implantology Prize for Best Implant Student 2011 and the prestigious Philips award for Best Overall Postgraduate Dental Masters Student. His research won a world 1st prize at the International association of Dental Research (IADR 2012 Brazil).

He is an honorary Clinical teaching fellow at Warwick University Medical School. He has contributed to articles on implants and implant training in the dental press, and has assisted implant companies in training local GDP’s. He regularly attends scientific seminars and courses in the field of Implantology. He has been trained in the use of Endoret™ PRGF (which enhances the natural healing process) at the famous BTI institute in Spain, and his major interests aside from general and family dentistry are Implantology, advances in the science of healing promotion and regeneration, and dental education.

He has three daughters and a border terrier. He loves dogs and spending time in the country side.

Amanda Joyner qualified at Edinburgh University in 1987 and has worked at Stradbrook since 1990, becoming a partner in 1993. Amanda loves to treat patients of all ages, and prides herself in helping nervous patients deal with their anxiety. She is highly successful at converting the most apprehensive of patients into regular attendees. Her holistic approach means that patients are treated as a whole person, not just a mouth.

As cosmetic dentistry has evolved she has also developed a special interest in facial aesthetics to compliment this, undergoing training in laser, IPL technology, line reducing injectables such as Botox, medical microdermabrasion, chemical peels and mesotherapy. Amanda enjoys going to the gym and loves fashion, food and fine wine! Amanda is married to Michael and has three children (and a mad cat), and has established a successful balance between a busy family life, treating her patients, and running a business.

Matthew qualified from the University of Manchester in 2010 before completing his three year core training programme in oral and maxillofacial surgery in 2014. During this time he attained the Diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh, before going on to work as an associate specialist and speciality doctor in oral and maxillofacial surgery at The University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay. He has developed surgical skills in a wide range of minor oral surgery procedures including surgical extractions, impacted wisdom teeth, orthodontic extractions/exposures, apicectomies, biopsies as well as experience with skin cancer and head and neck trauma. His experience includes adult and paediatric LA, sedation and GA lists. NHS England and NHS Improvement recognised his oral surgery skills where he has been accredited to perform Intermediate Minor Oral Surgery (IMOS) Level 2 in primary care throughout Greater London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex.

Aside from oral surgery Matthew also has a passion for teaching, something which he has provided on both undergraduate and postgraduate training programmes at King’s College London Dental Hospital. He is an experienced practitioner in conscious sedation and is currently an IACSD accredited mentor attached to The Manchester Sedation course.

As a reliable and compassionate dentist his patient testimonials recognise his calm and reassuring personality as being perfectly suited for anxious patients requiring oral surgery and sedation procedures.

In his spare time Matthew is an avid golfer and skier with a long held passion for his beloved Liverpool football club.

Carl Manhem qualified from Dental College, University of Gothenburg, Sweden in 1983. He completed his specialisation in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 1994 at University of Linköping, Sweden.

Carl worked in two University Hospitals in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Stockholm, Sweden and Aarhus, Denmark as Assistant Professor for five years. During this period, he also worked at several Implant Clinics and a Private Hospital as a Consultant with implant treatment of patients with all kinds of complex cases. In 1998 he moved to London, England, and worked at the Eastman Dental Institute, University College London. First as a full-time Clinical lecturer at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology until 2002 and from 2002 as a part-time Clinical lecturer at Eastman Dental Institute – continuing Professional Development, University College London to 2018. Carl joined the Stradbrook Dental & Implant Clinic in 2007.

Together with Dr Mark Haswell, Carl Founded AIMH for Continuing Education of Advanced Implantology 2013. His main clinical interests are Implantology, in which he has 30 years of experience, Reconstructive Surgery and Orthognathic Surgery and teaching in the above mentioned areas. Since October 2000, he has run Implantology courses at EDI - CPD, University College London and also lectures nationally and internationally.

Carl is married to Kylie and has five children. He enjoys downhill skiing, golf and going to the gym.

Simon Peter qualified at Kings in 1989. He has worked at Stradbrook since 1993, becoming a partner in 1995. He has a special interests in cosmetic dentistry and facial rejuvenation. He accepts referrals for complicated endodontic treatments.

Simon completed his Msc in restorative dental practice obtaining a distinction at the Eastman dental institute. Full member of British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Platinum member of International Academy of Advanced Facial Aesthetics. Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Member of British Endodontic Society. Post graduate training in Advanced Endodontics in Santa Barbara California. Awarded a diploma in restorative dental practice in 1993. Simon is a passionate Liverpool fan, and enjoys golf, rugby, and going to the gym. Simon is married to Nikki and has two children.

René Roets qualified at Witwatersrand in South Africa and moved to the UK in 1997. René joined Stradbrook in 1997 as a specialist prosthodontist, from his practice in Cape Town, South Africa. He enjoys sculpting, exploring foreign countries, good food, and has a passion for wildlife. A privileged career has included training undergraduate and postgraduate students in prosthodontics. During his appointment as a senior lecturer at university, he was involved in the running of clinics for temporo-mandibular disorders, maxillo-facial prosthetics and Implantology. His philosophy is that patients should be treated holistically rather than symptomatically. Professional Memberships;, British Society of Occlusal Studies, British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Six Months Smile Orthodontics. René is married to Madelyn and has two sons and a Lakeland terrier.

Zoë Dunn qualified at Newcastle University in 1981. She joined Stradbrook as an associate in 1988 and enjoys keeping up to date with current thinking in dentistry. Zoë gets much satisfaction from getting to know her patients and helping them to achieve and maintain a healthy, good looking mouth. Zoë has a kind and caring approach to dentistry, and is well known for her cheery and encouraging smile. Zoë loves art, and enjoys Pilates and walking. Zoë is married to Andrew, and has two daughters.

Nikki is a Gold Invisalign Provider with experience in digital smile design, artistic dentistry and smile makeovers. She is a Full Member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and has completed a Post Graduate Award in Orthodontics at the City of London Dental School. She became an Invisalign provider in 2012, and has carried out over 200 cases so is highly experienced in the complete range of treatment options from the short and simple to the more complex, often combining whitening, enamel recontouring and cosmetic bonding when necessary. She prides herself on providing an excellent standard of care and being a General Dentist with considerable experience can look after your mouth as a whole during treatment.

Nikki started her career in 1988 at Kings College Hospital, working in both adult and children’s restorative dentistry. She then moved into general practice, developing a special interest in minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry over several years. She has a holistic, preventative philosophy and enjoys creating confident, healthy smiles in patients of all ages.

Ben qualified at the University of Sheffield in 2001 and has worked at Stradbrook since 2008.

He has a special interest in periodontology having completed a Masters in Clinical Periodontology. He offers Periodontology (gum disease) consultations and therapy consisting of non-surgical or surgical treatment for the improvement of oral health and to provide restorative solutions.

Ben is an Invisalign full provider and has been treating patients with Invisalign since 2018, This is the straightening and movement of teeth using clear trays or aligners. He uses this often in combination with composite bonding to deliver “your best smile”. He is experienced in all aspects of general dentistry (fillings, root canal, crowns, bridges, whitening, veneers, preventative therapy, extractions) and enjoys providing his patients with healthy teeth and happy smiles via the highest standard of care.

Ben is a firm believer in lifelong learning and continues to develop his knowledge and skills for the benefit of his patients. Ben is married to Louise and they have three children. He enjoys cycling and swimming in any spare time he gets.

Nyan qualified as a dentist at Guys & St Thomas’ Hospital, London in 1999 and has worked in London and Kent ever since.

He has undertaken many postgraduate courses including a postgraduate course in Implant Dentistry (Royal College of Surgeons, London).

Nyan joined Stradbrook Dental Practice in November 2015 and he has built up a reputation of being a caring and kind dentist. Nyan enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, particularly full mouth rehabilitation cases. He has special interests in:
- Dental implantology
- Invisible braces (Invisalign, Inman/Homeoblock aligners, lingual braces, Six month smiles)
- Advanced gum disease treatment (periodontology)
- Teeth whitening & cosmetic dentistry
- British Dental Association
- Association of Dental Implantology - Faculty of General Dental Practice (The Royal College of Surgeons of England)

Originally from southern Germany, Dr Hofauer moved to England in 2006 and studied dentistry at the University of Bristol. She completed her Foundation Training as part of the prestigious London VT Scheme, having been taught by nationally and internationally influential specialists and consultants. Dr Christine Hofauer was the lead associate dentist at a busy London practice before joining Stradbrook Dental and Implant centre in 2021.

Since starting out in her dental career, Dr Hofauer has worked hard to stay at the top of her ever evolving profession. Her main interests are in conservative, minimally invasive micro-procedures and cosmetic dentistry involving veneers and composite bonding procedures.

Dr Hofauer feels that patient education about their oral health and providing patients with all the tools to prevent disease is of utmost importance. Dr Hofauer feels strongly about involving patients in decision making about their treatments by providing a better understanding of disease processes, prognosis and all up-to-date treatment options currently available that leaves patients in control over their oral health.

What Dr Hofauer loves most about dentistry is the ability to change a patient's perception about dentists in the most positive way. She achieves this by providing clients with enhanced confidence and trust in the profession, whilst lowering anxiety levels and managing expectations appropriately. She takes great pride in the ability to rapidly build good relationships with patients through excellent interpersonal skills and communication to create a relaxed and welcoming environment. With this ability, Dr Hofauer managed to change patient’s perception of ‘the dentist’ into a positive one where many - even extremely anxious patients - feel happy and confident to return to.

Dr Hofauer is also trained in Facial Aesthetics, providing solutions for lines & wrinkles and dermal fillers. Outside of dentistry, Dr Hofauer enjoys keeping fit and active doing yoga, running and skiing in the winter. She’s also a keen hiker and has conquered many of Bavaria’s alpine peaks. Escaping to the countryside whenever possible, away from city life allows her to relax and rebalance in nature.

Dr Hofauer is available from Wednesday – Saturday

Pritesh Raval is our practice specialist Periodontist. Pritesh qualified from Kings College London in 2008. He has extensive experience including working in general dental practice on the South Coast and in Central London. He has worked in the Maxillofacial department at the prestigious Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead undertaking and assisting in complex head and neck surgeries and difficult dental extractions. He has also worked in a specialist community setting working with vulnerable adults and children as well as undertaking teaching at dental schools. In 2016, he undertook his specialist training at the world-renowned Eastman Dental Hospital, University College London. He gained his specialist qualification in periodontics on a program which is accredited by the European Federation of Periodontology. His specialist interest lies in management of advanced gum disease using surgical and non-surgical treatments. Management of peri-implant diseases and soft tissue treatment. His friendly manner, experiences and knowledge base places him in an ideal position to treat gum and peri-implant diseases to a specialist level.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his young son, socialising and keeping fit. He has also taken part in several triathlons and is currently training for a half marathon.