Dental Nurses

Emma Birtwistle

Emma Birtwistle RDN DRN

Senior Dental Nurse

Emma joined the Practice in 1999 and qualified in 2002.

Emma has been a dental nurse for over 11 years, gaining her radiography qualification a few years ago. She has considerable experience in assisting with general dentistry, oral surgery and the more complex procedures including placement of dental implants.

She has trained many new dental nurses over the years and has been fortunate to work in various dental practices around the country giving help and support to the dental team. For many years she was the course coordinator for a recognised implant training  course in the South West.

GDC No 136258 03/03/08

Rie Robbins

Rie Robbins RDN DRN DSN

Head Dental Nurse

Rie came to our practice on work experience in 2004 and is now a fully qualified dental nurse and has completed her radiology and sedation training. Rie assists Dr Badiani with dental implants and works alongside Emma mentoring other dental nurses. Rie also supports the specialists in their specific areas.

GDC No 146890 20/05/08

Amy Hellier

Amy Hellier RDN DSN

Dental Nurse

Amy returned to Croydon House in the summer of 2008 after leaving us in 2007 to experience dental nursing in a city environment. Amy has been dental nursing for over eight years, she is trained to assist in dental sedation, and can also assist with various dental implant systems. Amy also works at our sister practice, Riverview in Totnes. Amy has excellent patient care skills.

GDC No 174497 29/05/09

Emily Wells

Emily Wells RDN

Dental Nurse

Emily joined our team in January 2008 whilst working towards her national certificate in dental nursing, which she passed in July 2009. Emily has become a vital member of the team, and is trained to assist Dr Badiani with dental implants. Emily works very closely with Dr Pickering and the surgical specialists. Emily is our trained emergency first aider and is currently training for her radiography qualification.

GDC No 163434 09/12/09

Sarah Paine

Sarah Paine

Trainee Dental Nurse/Receptionist

Sarah joined Croydon House as a receptionist in December 2008 after working in child care. Sarah completed her dental nurse qualification in July 2010 so her skills are used throughout the practice. Sarah is bubbly and bright, a friendly face to see when entering the practice. Sarah also works at our sister practice, Quality Dental Care in Bovey Tracey.

 GDC NO awaiting as just qualified.

Jo Holt

Jo Holt RDN DRN

Dental Nurse/Receptionist

Jo joined our team in the summer of 2009 after moving to the Westcountry. Jo is radiography trained and has over 10 years experience in dental nursing, she has a lovely manner with patients.

GDC No 181440 02/10/09