Meet the team at mydentist, Newcastle Road, Sunderland
Your practice team
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Sophie Shadforth
Practice Manager
Your clinicians
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Katherine Halshaw GDP
Qualified from: BChD University of Leeds 2004
GDC No: 83769
Kate Halshaw has worked in the practice for many years and recently joined us to do more days with us. Kate offers a mix of both NHS and Private options and can also offer short term orthodontic treatment for those looking to straighten up those teeth. Kate is a keen Sunderland A.F.C supporter and can be found at the Stadium of Light at the weekend cheering the team on through thick and thin. She is also a talented runner and has completed half and full marathons around the world, even in Disney World Florida, which is one of her favourite holiday destinations.
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Michelle Wynd GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 1998
GDC No: 74432
Louise has been with the practice for several years and is definitely part of the practice furniture. Louise offers a mix of both NHS and private treatments and offers a wide range of options especially with crowns and dentures. Louise, like our other dentists, also offers patients the option to join one of our brilliant dental plans which allows patient to keep up with their general dental maintenance and oral health. Outside of work, Louise has two daughters who are more than happy to keep her busy. Between dancing classes, Brownies, and parties it’s no surprise she’s ready to put her feet up at the end of the day.
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Natasha Dixon Therapist
Qualified from: BSc Oral and Dental Health Sciences Newcastle University 2022
GDC No: 212600
Natasha came back to the team in 2023 after previously being a dental nurse in the practice for many years. She left to go to Newcastle University and gain her hygiene and therapy qualifications. After qualifying In 2022 she gained experience in practices around the North East before returning to the practice 3 days a week. She has a wealth of knowledge of all things oral health after her many years in the industry and loves to see her patient smile when they are happy with their sparkling new smile. In her spare time, Natasha enjoys holidays in the sun and spending time with her dog Diego!
Dental professionals must be registered with the GDC and meet high standards. Find us on the register: www.gdc-uk.org