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.

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 been working at Stradbrook since 2008.

He is experienced in all aspects of general dentistry (fillings, root canal, crowns, bridges, whitening, veneers, preventative therapy, extractions). Ben is an Invisalign full provider and enjoys providing his patients with healthy teeth and happy smiles via the highest standard of care. He is currently studying a Masters in Periodontology and provides consultations and treatment for periodontology (gum disease).

Ben is a firm believer in lifelong learning and continues to develop his knowledge and skills for the benefit of his patients.

He is married with three children and enjoys cycling and swimming in any spare time he gets.

Originally from the South-West, Sinitta Graduated from Cardiff Dental school in 2011 and since has had an array of experiences within dentistry. She worked in the Royal London hospital Oral and Maxillofacial unit as a Senior House Officer gaining experience in Oral Surgery and working with medically compromised patients. During this time she passed her postgraduate MFDS examination and published an article within the British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.

Since she has been working within general practice providing general dentistry but she thoroughly enjoys Aesthetic and Cosmetic work and improving smiles. Sinitta is an Invisalign Full provider and has qualifications in providing ‘Six Month Smiles’ which both provide aesthetic alternatives to traditional orthodontic systems.

Her interest lies with oral surgery which she has taken further and completed an Advanced Implantology Course based in Bristol. She is currently in the process of completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Implantology in the University of Central Lancashire. She is a member of the International team for Implantology.

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)