Meet the team

At Kirkgate Dental Care our highly skilled, friendly team shares the same single vision: we put you first. Together, we are dedicated to providing you with a first class experience, from the comfort of our reception to the very latest innovations in dental technology. We make sure you have the best possible care from the second you walk through the door.

Find out more about each of our practice team members below.

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Dr Gemma Hanks

BDS (Cardiff) 2018
GDC No. 278511

Dr Gemma Hanks graduated from Cardiff University in 2018, where she won the prestigious Bruce Hunter Prize in Clinical Paediatric Dentistry award after spending her final year at university undertaking, now published, paediatric research. Gemma aims to provide enjoyable dental experiences for all of our patients, especially children. In her free time Gemma is working with the local council and charities to help provide preventative dental treatment within schools.

Gemma has a keen interest in periodontics (gum disease) and provides Special Interest Periodontal treatment. She believes that healthy gums are the key to long lasting dental treatment and helping patients maintain their natural smiles. She is currently undertaking a yearlong periodontic diploma in Harley Street.

Gemma also aims to provide quality, long lasting, restorative dental treatment for all her patients and is also currently undertaking a yearlong diploma in restorative and aesthetic dentistry. Gemma helps patients achieve their dream smile through clear aligner brands as a qualified provider for both Invisalign and 32co.

Dr Catherine Margaret Mary McDermott

Dentist
BDS (Lond) 1988
GDC No. 63478

Catherine joined the practice in 2009, she has an interest in cosmetic dentistry.

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Dr Dominique Jones

Clinic lead
BDS (Sheff) 2018BSc (Newc) 2013
GDC No. 278305

Dominique joined the practice in 2023 relocating back to her roots, after 4 years of working in Cardiff. Dominique enjoys all aspects of dentistry and will provide a relaxed, calming approach to your visit to our practice. She has carried out further training in cosmetic restorations and provides “Invisalign Go”. Her principal interest is to provide minimally invasive dentistry.

Dr Hamza Kar

Dentist

BDS(Valencia)2017
PGCert OpDent 2020
PGCert Dimp 2022
GDC: 273949

With over a decade of experience within dentistry, DR Hamza Kar is a highly skilled professional, with a focus on dental implants, endodontics and restorative dentistry. A graduate of UEM Valencia, he has completed post-graduate certifications in both dental implants and operative dentistry, reflecting a commitment to advancing expertise and patient care.

Hamza is keen on mastering his craft and as such, has acquired the skills, to not only save teeth, but also replace them, by means of dental implants. Utilising cutting edge, bespoke planning software and Nobel BioCare implants, the material quality is exceptional, ensuring the best possible outcome.

Above all, he takes pride in building strong, lasting relationships with his patients and colleagues, through effective communication, professionalism and honesty. Hamza strives to provide the highest standard of care to everyone who comes into our practice.

Johnson Adu-Akumatey

Hygienist
Dip Dent Hygiene RCS (Edin) 2008
GDC No. 150905

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Annabel Harry

Hygienist
DIP DENT HYGIENE RCS (CARDIFF 2022)
GDC No. 303037

Annabel relocated to Lincolnshire from Cornwall and joined the practice in 2022 after studying Dental Hygiene at Cardiff university.

Annabel enjoys a gentle approach to Hygiene treatments and working alongside the rest of the dental team at Kirkgate.

Marie Watson

Dental Nurse
Qual- National Certificate NEBDSA 1989
GDC no. 127802

Katrina Louise Reed

Dental Nurse
Qual- National Certificate NEBDN 2005
GDC no. 157141

Sarah Marshall

Dental Nurse
Qual- Certificate in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2007
GDC no. 138835

Hannah Allsop

Trainee Dental Nurse

Alicia Joyce

Trainee Dental Nurse/Receptionist

Rebecca Brown

Practice Manager
Qualified as a dental nurse in 2002 National cert NEBDN
GDC NO. 154422

Nichola Knapman

Adminstrator & Receptionist

Claire Stubbs

Receptionist

Claire Kirkham

Receptionist

Portman Dental Care Awards

Fmc Logo 2019 Winner Oby M25
Award Logo 2018
Dental Industry Award - Portman Dental Care
Private Dentistry Awards - Portman Dental Care
The Dentistry Awards - Portman Dental Care
Elite Practice Award - Portman Dental Care