The Team

Meera Nevis
Associate Dentist

BDS MDS
IQE MFDS RCPSG
GDC No.: 167575

Meera Nevis qualified in 1996 and worked as a paediatric dentist before obtaining her Masters’ Degree (MDS) in Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology in 2002. Following her graduation as an Oral Pathologist, she worked as a specialist in Oral Pathology becoming an Associate Professor in dental colleges. In 2008, She cleared the International Qualifying Examination and passed the post-graduate qualification (MFDS) becoming a Member of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
Languages
English (fluent)
Malayalam (fluent)
Verity Shaw
Associate Dentist

BDS(London 2012)
BSc(Hons)
GDC No.: 230832

Verity graduated in 2008 with a BSc in Biomedical Science from Sheffield University before working for a year at The Charles Clifford Dental Hospital. Following this she re-trained as a dentist at the Royal London Hospital, graduating in 2012, before moving to the South West where she continues to also work in Bath. Verity is originally from Yorkshire and is particularly interested in conservative dentistry.
Languages
English (fluent)
Vesela Stoynovska
Associate Dentist

DMD
(Sofia 1999)
GDC No.: 172018

Vesela qualified as a dentist in 1999 at the Medical University, Sofia, Bulgaria. She has more than 20 year experience in general dentistry. She has worked in Swindon as a general dental practitioner since 2012 and joined our practice in July 2022. She is a certified Invisalign and SureSmile clear aligners provider. Over the years she has also undertaken short courses in composite bonding, endodontics, teeth whitening and many more.
Hobbies & Interests
In her spare time, Vesela likes to travel and spend time with her family and 2 daughters.

Languages
English (fluent)
Haritima Kahol

BDS (2012)
MDS Paediatric Dentistry (2016, India)
ORE (2019)
GDC No.: 281887

Haritima graduated in 2012 with young periodontist award for the academic year 2011 . She then pursued post graduation in paediatric and preventive dentistry before moving to UK and clearing ORE in 2019. She is an experienced General Dentist with a demonstrated history of working in clinical environment. She has a professional attitude with a focus on a conservative and biomimetic approach.
Hobbies & Interests
Outside clinical hours, she enjoys reading, running and playing table tennis.

Languages
English (fluent), Hindi (fluent)
Lyndall Henning-Marsh
Practice Manager

BA(Hons) MA
PGCE PGCE(PCET)
L7 Cert (Executive Management)

Lyndall is experienced in customer relations and practice management. She has a Masters degree in Creative Writing and is a qualified English teacher. She has a Level 7 Certificate in Executive Management and a Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity.
Hobbies & Interests
"Writing novels and poetry. Playing the piano. Singing in a choir. Painting murals and canvasses. Baking (although I aim to avoid washing up if at all possible 🙂 )"

Languages
English (fluent)
Afrikaans (basic)
SĂ©anan Thomas
Head Nurse
Deputy Practice Manager

BSc(Hons) NEBDN
GDC No.: 236168

SĂ©anan is an experienced head dental nurse and practice administrator. She also nurses for implants and surgical procedures. Additional qualifications: dental impressions, plaque disclosing and oral hygiene instruction. She has a Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles. She also has a degree in Geography.
Hobbies & Interests
"Playing flute and piano, cooking / baking, playing boardgames, going for walks around the countryside and beach. Exploring old castles / National Trust houses and gardens."

Languages
English (fluent)
Elaine Willis
Hygienist

Dip Dental Hygiene
GDC No.: 4738

Elaine is an experienced Dental Hygienist who worked as a dental nurse straight from school and qualified as Hygienist from Edinburgh in 1994. She worked in Scotland for a year before moving back to Wiltshire. She originally started at Urchfont Dental Care as a locum, but was so popular with staff and patients that she agreed to join the practice full time!
Hobbies & Interests
"In March 2022 I took a year off to travel and still hope to do more. I enjoy arts and crafts and have recently tried my hand at wet felting. I am currently doing an online course in coloured pencils. I enjoy walking my dog and running."

Languages
English (fluent)
Bev Beckett
Hygienist

DipHE
GDC No.: 123437

Bev qualified from Cardiff University in 2011 and was proud to be the winner of the 2011 professionalism award.
Before becoming a hygienist Bev worked as a dental nurse for the primary care trust where she specialised in working with patients with dental phobias and special needs.
Hobbies & Interests
"Walking my doggie (Tia - springer spaniel) in the woods, baking my own bread and crafting - making things mainly as gifts, but often for friends' weddings or babies."

Languages
English (fluent)
Emily Williams
Hygienist

DipHE
GDC No.: 281997

Emily qualified from Cardiff University in 2023. She is dedicated to helping her patients achieve a healthy smile and is passionate about delivering a service in a calm and friendly environment; dentistry shouldn't be scary! Prior to her hygiene training, she worked as a Dental Nurse in the local area.
Hobbies & Interests
Outside of work, Emily enjoys being outdoors, baking (anything gluten free!) and spending time with family and friends.

Languages
English (fluent)
Jess Reece
Nurse

L3 Dip. (dental nursing)
GDC No.: 252934

Jess is an experienced dental nurse. She joined Urchfont Dental Care in 2015. She has experience nursing for implants and surgical procedures. She has a NEBDN Certificate in Dental Radiography and a Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care.
Hobbies & Interests
Reading, travelling and walking my lovely dog, Daisy.

Languages
English (fluent)
Nicola Doherty
Dental Nurse


(2013)
GDC No.: 261265

Nicola started her dental nurse journey in 2011, graduating from University of Portsmouth in 2013. Nicola is continuously improving her skills and knowledge. She is qualified in Dental Radiology and Fluoride Varnish Application and holds a Certificate in Oral Health Education.
Hobbies & Interests
When Nicola is not at work, she enjoys walking in Wiltshire's beautiful countryside, cycling and spending time with those close to her.

Languages
English (fluent)
Kerry Musselwhite
Dental Nurse

NEBDN
(2008)
GDC No.: 200397

Kerry has been a dental nurse since 2006. Qualified in 2008 NEBDN. Kerry is also qualified to take dental impressions, apply fluoride, plaque disclosing and to give oral health instructions.
Hobbies & Interests
A busy mum of four who loves cooking and trying new recipes. A lover of warm holidays abroad!

Languages
English (fluent)
Gwynnifer Henning
Practice Owner & Principal Dentist

BDS
(Bristol 2007)
L7 Cert (Executive Management)
GDC No.: 112775

Gwynnifer qualified in 2007 and worked in Swansea, Bradford-on-Avon and Trowbridge before coming to Urchfont in 2012. Following P G Wylie's retirement in 2014, she became the owner, overseeing a re-brand and refit that year, and the expansion to two surgeries in 2015. Gwynnifer is trained in providing gentle, informative care in particular to nervous patients and children and leads the training of these skills with the team at Urchfont Dental Care. She has a Level 7 Certificate in Executive Management and a Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems.
Hobbies & Interests
"Spending time with my family, also reading, choir, piano, embroidery, knitting, gardening, and our pet dogs, cat, fish & tortoises"

Languages
English (fluent)
Afrikaans
British Sign Language BSL1
Patrick Williams
Facilities & IT Manager

BA(Hons) MA
PGCE(PCET)
MBCS

Patrick is a property developer, media producer and IT consultant, and musician. He looks after the practice facilities, IT systems and capital projects.
Hobbies & Interests
Singing - with the family and choirs (including occasional solos with JLS, the Henning sisters' choir in Bath). Playing the piano. Writing music. Learning languages.

Languages
English (fluent)
Ukrainian (basic)
French (basic)