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Dr Bruno Silva – Principal Dentist
GDC reg no. 77816
Dr Silva graduated in 2000 from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa. He has practiced in the London and Brighton area. He completed postgraduate training with leading specialists in Implant Surgery and prosthodontics in London’s West End and has attended several courses in United states and Europe. He is currently completing a Masters Degree in Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics at the prestigious Kings College, London. Dr Silva has placed more than 5000 dental implants during the last 7 years. Dr Silva is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology, British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the British Dental Association -
Dr Nuno Cintra, MSc – Oral Surgeon
GDC reg no. 72726
Dr Cintra is originally from Portugal, where he also studied to gain a DDS in dentistry. He then attended the Eastman Dental Institute – University College of London to study for a Master of Science in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Specializing in oral implantology Dr Cintra performed surgery at The Malo Clinic in Lisbon from 1999 – 2010. Along with 13 years of exclusivity in oral surgery and implantology he has lectured various courses since 1999. Dr Cintra is also a fellow of the European Board of Oral Surgery from EFOSS. -
Dr Christian Surwald – Maxillofacial and Oral Surgeon
GDC reg no. 75154
Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at East Sussex Hospitals and Honorary Consultant at Brighton and Sussex University Hospital Trusts, trained in Dentistry and Medicine at the University of Freiburg i. Br./ Germany. Subsequent on qualifying he undertook Post-Graduate Training in General Surgery, prior to commencing his Specialist Training as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon on the South Thames rotation.
Christian’s specialist clinical interests comprise oral surgery and dental implantology, where he considers his job to be about helping people to achieve a better quality of life by an understanding of their problems and a thoughtful application of surgical techniques based on a broad experience in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. -
Dr Valentim Candeias (Dr Valentine) – Dentist
GDC reg no.196582
Valentim studied to be a dental surgeon at the University of Lins, Brazil. He completed postgraduate studies in periodontology at the University of Lisbon. Valentim has taught implant surgery for four years and gained ten years of experience in implant placement in Brazil and Portugal before coming to work at Brighton Implant Clinic. -
Dr Fedrico Brunner – Dentist
GDC reg no.194686
Dr Brunner is originally from Argentina, he graduated in dentistry in 2001 from The University of Madrid. After working as a dental surgeon for 10 years, in Spain, Dr Brunner decided to move to the UK to be part of the Brighton Implant Clinic dental team in Hailsham. Specialising in oral implantology, he completed post-graduate training and attended several courses in United States, Spain and Republic of Cuba. -
Dr Guido Cuba – Dentist
GDC reg no. 194887
Guido is a native of Peru now living in Brighton. He graduated in 1995 as a dentist at the National University of Rosario-Argentina. He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Oral Rehabilitation (2003) and Masters in Endodontics (2004) at the University of Barcelona. Guido also worked at the University as an Assistant Professor in the Master of Endodontics from 2005 – 2008. Guido enjoys working at The Brighton Implant Clinic and in his spare time he likes to play squash. -
Dr Uma Gopinath – Dentist
GDC reg no. 186459
Dr Gopinath graduated in India in 2000. Dr Gopinath obtained her GDC registration in 2009 and finished her MJDF Royal College of Surgeons Part 1 exams. Dr Gopinath has a special interest in prosthodontics on dental implants. Dr Gopinath is experienced in restoring both simple single tooth cases as well as complex full arch cases using the Teeth-on-4 concept. -
Dr Irene Marin Gomez – Dentist
GDC reg no. 192229
Dr Marin Gomez graduated as a dentist in 2009 from the university of Murcia in Spain. After some time working as a general dentist she moved to the UK. At Brighton Implant Clinic Dr Marin Gomez undertakes cosmetic dentistry procedures on natural teeth as well as on dental implants. Dr Marin Gomez has a special interest in dental implant surgery. -
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Dr Teertha Shetty – Dentist
GDC reg no. 202281
Teertha graduated in 2005 in India before moving to the UK. She wants to complete further studies in dentistry and get a post graduate degree. Teertha hopes to learn a lot under Dr Bruno Silva’s guidance. -
Dr Rocio Bello Sanchez – Dentist
GDC reg no. 205925
Rocio graduated at the University of Murcia in 2009. She worked in Spain for 2 years as a general dentist, before coming to Brighton Implant Clinic to gain experience and learn more about implants. -
Dr Arthie Chennakesavan – Dentist
GDC reg no. 208494
Arthie graduated in 2005 in India before coming to England. Arthie’s main interests are aesthetic and general dentistry. -
Rebecca Levine – Hygienist
GDC reg no. 5050
Becky completed a Diploma in Dental Hygiene 1996 and has worked with Dr Silva in our practices since we opened in 2002. She has an indepth knowledge in treating gum disease. She is an invaluable member of our team and is always motivated in looking after our patients. Becky graduated from Kings College London. -
Ewa Ginter – Nurse
Ewa assists in Dental Implant Surgery and restorative dentistry. Ewa joined Brighton Implant Clinic in 2009 and works exclusively with implant procedures. Ewa also has a masters degree in environmental engineering.
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Hanna Badzinska – Nurse
Hanna assists in dental implant surgery and restorative dentistry. Hannah has always wanted to persue a career in dentistry . Hanna joined Brighton Implant clinic in 2009 and works exclusively with implant procedures. In her spare time Hanna loves to cook Japanese cuisine.
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Malgorzata Mieczkowska – Nurse
Malgorzata assists as a nurse mainly in restorative dentistry. Malgorzata joined Brighton Implant Clinic in 2009, and also oversees the management of the central sterilisation room.
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Lisa Sutton – Nurse
Lisa assists in dental implant surgery and restorative dentistry. Originally from Brighton, Lisa studied her A levels in Psychology, PE and Human Biology and is a qualified fitness instructor, she has recently returned from a year travelling the world. Lisa joined BIC in 2009.
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Beata Mieczkowska – Nurse
Beata assists in dental implant surgery and restorative dentistry. Beata works mainly in restorative dentistry, Beata always dreamed to help people care for a healthy and beautiful smile.
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Maria Gortych – Nurse
Maria joined the practice in July 2010. Before working with us she spent two and a half years working and travelling in the USA.
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Anna Mieczkowska – Nurse
Anna graduated in Company Management, 2008 in Poland. She came to England in 2004. Anna joined Brighton Implant Clinic in 2010 as Dentist’s Assistant. Anna ejoys a challenge and learning new things.
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Anna Gadomska – Nurse
Anna originally graduated as a Fine Art Teacher, but moved to England two years ago where she gained an interest in dentistry. Anna has been working as a nurse, assisting our dentists, since November 2010.
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Ekaterina Teplova – Nurse
Kate graduated in Russia with a degree in dentistry and is currently studying for GDC registration as a dentist. Kate works as a dental nurse to gain more experience and information about dental care in the UK.
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Katarzyna Koniusz – Sterilisation /Trainee Nurse
Katarzyna came to the UK in 2010 after working in Poland as a Pharmacy technician. She works in sterilisation and often assists dentists as she is also training to be a Dental Nurse.
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Jacek Ziolkowski – Senior Lab Technician
GDC reg no. 143024
University before spending fourteen years perfecting his skills. He has been at the Brighton Implant Clinic since we opened in 2009 and is in charge of our in-house dental laboratory.Jacek has extensive knowledge in dental prosthetics especially same day teeth and All-on 4 procedures. Jacek has attends courses in dental prosthetics and works together with Dr Silva and Dr Nuno Cintra in complex restorative cases. Jacek provides training to other dental technicians in various aspects of dental prosthetics. -
Vanda Novakova – Dental Technician
GDC reg no. 161309
Vanda graduated from dental school in 1996 and has been a dental technician for the past 14 years and has attended various technical courses. Vanda joined Brighton Implant Clinic in June 2010. In her spare time Vanda bakes excellent cakes! -
Elaine Gill – Facial Rejuvenation
Elaine is a Registered General Nurse and Midwife and has completed training in dermal filler treatments and treatments for lines and wrinkles.
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Glyn Johnson – Receptionist
Glyn has been working with Dr Silva for the past 9 years and heads up the front of house team at the Implant Clinic.
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Joanne Cowper – Receptionist
Joanne graduated with an honours degree in International Relations in 2008 and has spent the last three years working in customer service for two well known companies. Joanne hopes to use these skills to progress into a managerial position.
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Elisabeth McCombe – Receptionist
Elisabeth has several years reception experience, three of which have been spent in dentistry. Elisabeth is originally from Brighton and is also a qualified Beauty Therapist.
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Joanna Gorecka – Head of Admin
Joanna is Dr Silva’s PA who heads up our administrative department and general day to day management of Dr Silva’s business activities.
She has a masters degree in administration, Joanna has been Dr Silva’s PA for the past 2 years. -
Sarah Sibley – Administrator
Sarah joined the clinic in October 2009. She has a degree in Environmental Biology and is looking to train as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist this year. Sarah photographs implant surgery and documents patient’s treatment progress.
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Emma Dace – Graphic Design & Admin
Emma graduated in 2006 in Graphic Design and Multimedia, She is originally from Brighton and worked as a Graphic Designer for 3 years before joining the practice in July 2009 to assist in the Design and Marketing of the company.