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At Number 65 Dental & Implant Clinic our highly skilled, friendly team shares the same single vision: we put you first. Together, we are dedicated to providing you with a first class experience, from the comfort of our reception to the very latest innovations in dental technology. We make sure you have the best possible care from the second you walk through the door.
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Dentist
BDS
GDC No. 68603
Paul qualified as a dentist from Guy’s Hospital London in 1992, after which he lived for 3 years in Australia where he gained invaluable experience practicing dentistry for the Aboriginal Medical service, which was challenging but incredibly rewarding.
He has been the principle dentist at No.65 The Dental Surgery since 1998 and was delighted to welcome Mark Durnall as his partner at the practice in 2010. Throughout the course of his career, Paul has become highly experienced in all aspects of dentistry and continuously seeks to further his learning with advanced techniques and ongoing training with industry experts in both the UK and abroad.
He is passionate about providing an excellent standard of dental care, and has a strong belief that teeth should be kept for life. He believes that the patient-dentist relationship is extremely important and uses an intraoral camera and the latest digital X-rays to help patients understand their teeth and explain any necessary treatment.
Paul’s particular interests are in implant and cosmetic dentistry, which can radically transform a patient’s smile.
He has been placing implants since 2004 and finds this aspect of dentistry particularly rewarding because of the profound benefits implants can have on a patient’s self-confidence and quite simply their ability to enjoy food again! As a member of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI), he has gained a vast amount of experience and ensures his skills and knowledge are cutting-edge by regularly attending advanced training courses in the UK, as well as further afield in Europe, South Africa and America. Paul is also highly experienced in the more complex grafting procedures that are sometimes required to place implants successfully.
Paul is highly experienced with implant dentistry, and uses various systems such as Dentium, Ankylos and Bicon. He has a special interest in the advantages of the Bicon short implant system. These are ultra short implants that require a minimally-invasive technique which is beneficial to the patient. Paul’s knowledge of the different implant systems enables him to select the appropriate one to suit each particular patient’s needs.
In 2013 he completed the Dawson Academy Core Curriculum which is an advanced American treatment philosophy based on occlusion (the way teeth fit together). This deepened his understanding and practice of the principles and skills for complete care in dental occlusion, the treatment of temporomandibular joint disfuntion ( jaw-joint problems) and comprehensive aesthetic restorative dentistry.
Paul is currently studying for a European Diploma in Implantology which is a 3 year course taught by some of the World’s leading experts on dental implants and will ensure that Paul has the widest possible knowledge base.
Paul embraces developments in new technology and deploys cutting-edge equipment such as dental lasers and 3D scanners which he uses to deliver the highest standards of treatment for his patients.
Aside from dentistry, Paul is a keen surfer, boatman and cyclist and enjoys spending time with his wife and two young sons.
Dentist
BDS DPDS
GDC No. 77678
Mark moved to Cornwall with his wife Stella in January 2008, so that they could raise their young family in one of the most beautiful areas of the country. He cycled from lands end to john O’groats in 2009 for MNDA and has not been on a bike since, you are more likely to find him on a golf course or spending time with his family.
Mark has always said that Dentistry is his hobby, he loves his job! He is passionate about dentistry, and hopes that this shows in his work. He is continually pushing himself to advance his skills and keep up with the latest technologies, as you can read below.
Mark believes that trust is the cornerstone to building relationship with his clients and uses digital imagery, 3D CT scans and bespoke models to help build this trust quickly.
Mark graduated from Bristol University in 2000. In 2005 he became one of the first practitioners in the UK of Clearstep the invisible brace and continues to provide clear aligner braces. In 2006 he completed a three-year diploma in postgraduate dental studies, which had special interests in oral surgery, sedation and prosthetics.
2008 he became a full member of the BACD, the British Association of Cosmetic Dentists. This means Mark has to maintain the highest standard of cosmetic dentistry skills to maintain his membership. Also in 2008, he finished the General Implant Forum and Training (GIFT) implant course run by Warwick University.
In 2009 he began his studies into occlusion (the way we bite) with the Dawson clinic from the United States. Mark continued advancing his skills in occlusion at the European Dawson Clinic. He has attended advanced level occlusion courses enabling him to treat complex dental issues like tooth wear and TMJ dysfunction. He uses unique treatments for TMJD. He works closely with his wife Stella who is a spinal specialist physiotherapist in the treatment of complex facial pain.
In 2018 Mark finished his study’s in a European Diploma in Implant Dentistry. This is a practical assessment carried out over 3 years by multiple European Universities. The course was run by world renowned dentists giving the broadest base of knowledge possible.
He is also a member of ITI International Team for Implantology, which sets the protocols for Implant dentistry worldwide. Along with being a member of the EAO, European Association of Osseo-integration. This is a none biased association that looks at all research world wise to do with implants dentistry. Mark uses several implant systems and has done many advanced courses in Implantology. This has enabled him to provide complex procedures such as ‘Teeth in a day’, bone grafting; sinus lifts and gum grafting other clinics cannot offer. Mark places and restores around 250 implants per year, making him one of the most experienced implantologists in the country. He also lectures nationally on implantology, enabling other clinicians to provide implants to their patients.
In 2019 Mark has developed a technique that allows him to deliver teeth in a day normally a 7-8 hr procedure, in under 4hrs. By using digital technology, new implant components and multiple techniques he has learnt over the years. He is the only clinician to be offering this in the country. Highlighting the fact that Mark is continuously pushing himself so that his patients can benefit for receiving world class dental care.
Practice Manager
Dental Nurse
GDC No. 135441
Sarah joined No.65 The Dental Surgery straight from school in 1987, and qualified as a dental nurse in 1989. Sarah has gained a wealth of experience over nearly 30 years at the practice and is a familiar face to many of our patients.
She has qualifications in dental radiography, conscious sedation, impression taking, a Diploma in Practice Management and is currently studying a teaching qualification so she can pass on her wealth of knowledge to others.
Sarah started out at the surgery as a trainee dental nurse after leaving school and soon became an integral part of the surgery, working with several different members of the team over the years.
With more than 20 years experience in this role she developed a wide range of knowledge and experience in all aspects of dentistry and the running the practice, and in 2008 became our practice manager, and is always happy to help by answering any questions that you may have about any aspect of your dental treatment, as well as dealing with the day to day smooth running of the practice.
When Sarah isn’t working at the surgery she can either be found ringing the bells at her local church for their services and of course for the frequent summer weddings, or tending to her bees which she keeps locally and she has even won prizes for her honey.
Dental Hygienist
GDC No. 4519
Having qualified as a Dental Hygienist at the Eastman Dental Hospital in 1993, Rona have been actively involved in the Dental industry ever since. Continually updating and refreshing her skills and knowledge to always offer the highest standards of care. A lot of her time recently is taken up caring and helping an elderly relative. Any free time Rona has, she love’s long walks with her labrador.
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