Standards for the Dental Team is divided into the nine parts, covering each one of the GDC’s core ethical principles:
1. Put patients’ interests first.
2. Communicate effectively with patients.
3. Obtain valid consent.
4. Maintain and protect patients information.
5. Have a clear and effective complaints procedure.
6. Work with colleagues in a way that is in patients’ best interests.
7. Maintain, develop and work within your professional knowledge and skills.
8. Raise concerns if patients are at risk.
9. Make sure your professional behaviour maintains patients’ confidence in you and the dental profession.
Dental professionals are expected to follow the guidance or be able to justify any decision not in line with it. The GDC warns that ‘serious or persistent failure to follow the guidance could result in removal from the register.
Updated 30 September 2013
► DENTISTS
Ian Grime
Qualifications: BDS, LDS , FDS RCS, MB BS, DipCon Sed, DGDP (UK) Registered specialist in oral Surgery with the General Dental Council, GDC Registration 55703
Ian studied Dentistry in Sheffield qualifying in 1981. He worked at the Birmingham Dental Hospital and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Departments in Ipswich and Middlesborough prior to embarking on a medical degree in Newcastle and qualifying as a doctor in 1989. He completed House Officer posts in medicine, surgery and ENT at the Freeman and RVI hospitals in Newcastle. He has been placing dental implants since 1987 and now exclusively uses the Straumann Implant system. He has attended international meetings in Switzerland, Germany and the USA. As well as Principle here at Park View Dental he also holds a position as an Associate Specialist in Oral Surgery at Newcastle Dental Hospital.
Kathryn McKay
Qualifications: BDS
GDC Registration
Kathryn has worked in general practice in the North East since qualifying from Edinburgh University in 1985. She has been with the practice for 17 years and enjoys providing long term dental care for her patients at Park View.
Tom Heason
Qualifications: BDS
GDC Registration
Tom hails from Nottingham, where he lived until moving to study Dentistry at Newcastle University, qualifying in 2004. Since then, Tom has gained a wealth of experience in general practice, having worked in both NHS and private practice in the region. Tom also spent a year living & working in Australia from 2010-11 (an ambition since leaving dental school) and has recently returned from a stint working in Nottinghamshire.Tom’s main interest is restorative dentistry, but enjoys all aspects of general practice. He maintains a keen interest in on-going professional development and keeping up to date with the most recent techniques.
► PRACTICE MANAGER
Rayna Dunn
GDC Registration 192032
Rayna qualified at Newcastle Dental School in 1996, and after working in general practice and Newcastle Dental Hospital,joined the practice in 2002. She left briefly to work and travel in the UAE and took the post of practice manager in 2010. She has further qualifications in Conscious Sedation (2000) and has most recently completed the Professional Certificate in Dental Practice management (2012)
► HYGIENIST
Julie Price
Qualifications: E.D.H , Cert Ed .
Trained at Newcastle dental hospital qualified in 1988. Worked in general practice since. Worked as a staff hygienist on the Perio department. Worked as a tutor hygienist at NDH until 2012. Gained a teaching certificate in post compulsory education and training.
► NURSES
Ashleigh Davidson
GDC Registration 117791
Ashleigh joined the practice as a dental nurse in 2010 She qualified as a dental nurse in 2006 and has gained her nurse qualification in conscious sedation in 2012
Rachel McFarlane
GDC Registration 192486
Rachel joined the practice in. She qualified as a dental nurse in 2009.
Sam Collins
Sam joined the practice in January 2013 and has gained her dental nurse qualification this year
Amy Rutherford
GDC Registration 160661
Amy joined the practice in 2008 She attained her dental nurse qualification in 2008 and the nurses certificate in conscious sedation in 2009.
Chantelle Elgezewi
GDC Registration 160646
Chantelle joined the practice in She attained her dental nurse qualification in 2003 and gained the certificate in Dental Radiology in 2009
Laura Webster
GDC Registration 160700
Laura joined the practice in 2008 She attained her dental nurse qualification in 2009 the nurses certificate in conscious sedation in
READ HOW PARK VIEW DENTISTS OUR CUSTOMERS AT EASE
Ms False Teeth
I would just like to say that the dentist is the best dentist I have ever had . I am never nervous when I have to go, the dentist and their nurse put you at your ease straight away. The dentist discuses all your options with you and explains what they are going to do. I would highly recommend them to anyone - Sheelagh Cockcroft
Cured of dental phobia.
I arrived at Park ViewDental Practice a severe dental phobic. I have had many teeth removed and a denture and partial denture fitted. I also had a filling today (was my worst fear). My dentist and the nurse have been absolutely amazing. Extremely patient with me and my view of visiting the dentist has changed for ever. Not one scrap of pain has been suffered and I have had my smile returned to me after years of covering my mouth. Would recommend this dentist to anyone at the drop of a hat. This caring practice are great from top to bottom, even the reception staff take time to be polite and welcoming. Just want to say a big big thank you - Julie Snow
I don’t see what all the fuss is about?!
To begin with, I was seen to immediately! My dentist was very polite and being a nervous patient kept me calm by talking me through every step. I was also given advice on how best to care for my dental health and even recommended (not forced as some reviews are implying) products and treatments which could benefit me in the long term. Overall, a pleasant and professional experience - Anonymous
Absolutley Fine
The Practice staff were friendly and efficient. I was seen right on time and talked through every test they were doing. My follow up appointment was booked with ease. I think these negative comments must be about another practice! - Anonymous
Really really good!
One of my previous fillings came loose. I avoided going to a dentist as I was not registered in
the area and they scare me! Park view dentist practice and its staff were very nice and pleasant. I would highly recommend anyone to this practice as I know you won’t regret it - Anonymous
Professional, courteous and efficient Dental Practice
Really glad I’ve found this dentist, great staff, facilities and a fantastic level of service. When my appointment was made over the phone, I was given a wide list of different times and options to choose from. The reception was very efficient and dealt with me straight away, giving me all the forms to fill out and explaining everything very clearly. My dentist was very kind, friendly and professional. They took their time explaining everything as they went through the process in steps. I have no hesitation in recommending this dental practice to anyone. I’ve already recommended friends and family to this excellent practice - Anonymous
Excellent service
The dentist I see is very good with both my children and is very calm and professional. The dentist gives clear explanation of treatments .The reception staff are very helpful, the premises are excellent and I would recommend this practice - Ian Birtwhistle
