About Advance Dental & Implant Centre
Our philosophy is simple – you, as our guest, are special.
We share a single focus and that is to give you the confidence that comes with knowing that you have a smile you can be proud of.
We believe that what sets us apart is our extensive training and knowledge which ensures you are receiving quality dental care.
We understand that many people are anxious about dental treatment and so we aim to ensure that your visit is as comfortable and pleasant as possible. As well as general practice we offer a wide range of cosmetic treatments and dental implants.
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MEET OUR TEAMClinical Director & Dentist
CHRIS SANDSBDS(QUB) Dip Imp Dent RCS (Eng) - GDC NO. 85938
Chris’s interests and enthusiasm are in surgical dentistry and implants. He has studied in America and worked in Belfast with leading implant surgeons. Chris qualified from Queen’s University Belfast.
He has been working in Advance for 6 years and became owner and clinical director in 2011. Chris has received the Diploma in Implant Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons in London. Chris is one of very few in Northern Ireland with this diploma.
We truly put our patients at the forefront of everything we do. We use state of the art materials and equipment such as dental microscopes and a 3D CT scanner to fully understand our patients’ needs.
Dentist
PADRAICBDS(QUB)MFDSRCPS(Glasg) - GDC NO.191032
Padraic graduated from Queens University Belfast in 2010 with distinctions gained in the fields of ‘Conservation’, and ‘Practice of Dentistry’. Whilst at Queens he was awarded the Oral Health Promotion prize for his work with blind patients. He enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, especially the use of white fillings and materials to help his patients achieve a nicer, brighter smile.
He is a keen advocate of the use of Clinical Photography as an adjunct to dental treatment. He is an active member of the British Dental Association, and regularly attends their lectures to keep his knowledge up to date. In 2016 he passed his examinations for Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow.
Outside of dentistry, when he is not trying to lower his golf handicap, Padraic enjoys cooking, hill walking, and spending time with his wife, Karen and their daughter.
Dental Hygienist
Natalie SloanDiploma in Dental Hygiene July 2004 – GDC No. 6503
Natalie qualified from Queens University Belfast with Diploma in Dental Hygiene in July 2004 as well as having a qualification in dental nursing. Natalie is highly experienced and is an asset to our hygiene team. In her spare time Natalie enjoys running and is a member of a photography club.
Front of House
Wendy Best
Wendy is the first person people meet when they come to Advance Dental & Implant Centre. She ensures all our patients are treated in a friendly and caring manner. Customer care is of upmost importance to Wendy and she strives to advance your dental experience with us. Wendy is such an outgoing and friendly person and is a valued member of the team; she always has a smiling face to greet our patients. To relax Wendy enjoys reading and going shopping with her sisters.
Dental Nurse
Bernice Rafferty
National Certificate NEBDN & Certificate in Dental Sedation Nursing - GDC 239719
Bernice has been with Advance for the past 4 years and enjoys all aspects of her work. She enjoys the intricate detail needed to assist the dentist and aims to ensure our patients have a valued and pleasant experience. She has recently completed her certificate in dental sedation nursing. We are delighted both our dental nurses have this extra qualification to ensure our patients receive the best possible treatment. Bernice spends her free time with Gizmo her dog or out shopping.
Trainee Dental Nurse
LAURA GIBSON
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Advance Dental & Implant Centre, 9a Newry Road, Banbridge
Co Down, BT32 3HF
T: +44 (0)28 4066 9944
Email info@advancedentalni.com