The Dentists

Dr. Gregory Foster
Gregory A Foster BDS
Dental Surgeon

Greg graduated from the University of Sheffield in 1995. After completing vocational training, he moved to Manchester and joined the practice in 2002 as an associate, before taking over the practice in 2006.

Dr Foster is committed to continuing professional development and has completed the prestigious one year St Anne痴 Restorative Dentistry course. He has recently completed a Diploma in Advanced General Dental Practice at the University of Birmingham, which has included intensive training in prosthodontics (bridges, crowns and dentures), endodontics (root canal fillings), periodontics (treatment of gum disease), cosmetic dentistry and dental implants.
GDC Reg. no: 70673
Reg. date:05/07/1995
Qualifications:BDS Sheff 1995

Dr. Andrew Gawthorpe
Andrew J Gawthorpe BDS
Dental Surgeon

Andrew graduated from the University of Sheffield in 1995. After completing vocational training, he moved to Manchester to work in Ashton-under-Lyne. This was followed by a period working within the hospital dental service in Australia before travelling back to the UK where he worked in private practice near London from 2001. He moved back up to Manchester to take over Stalybridge Dental Care in 2006.

Dr Gawthorpe has continued to develop his dental skills since qualification by undertaking many postgraduate courses including the respected one year certificate in Dental Practice Management. He has recently completed a Diploma in Advanced General Dental Practice at the University of Birmingham which has included intensive training in prosthodontics (bridges, crowns and dentures), endodontics (root canal fillings), periodontics (treatment of gum disease), cosmetic dentistry and childrens' dentistry.
GDC Reg. no: 70674
Reg. date:05/07/1995
Qualifications:BDS Sheff 1995

Hygienists

Ann Glynn
Hygienist

Ann Glynn - Hygienist
Ann qualified in 1977 from Manchester Dental Hospital School of Hygiene. She then worked at the Dental Hospital before moving out into general dental practice at several locations around Manchester before joining the practice in 2000.

Ann has kept up-to-date with continuing professional development and after 12 years at Stalybridge Dental Care, is extremely well-liked and respected by our patients.
GDC Reg. no: 1596
Reg. date:29/12/1977
Qualifications:CEB Certificate in
Dental Hygiene 1977
Kelly Blezard
Therapist/Hygienist

Kelly Blezard-  Therapist/Hygienist
Having recently qualified from the excellent Greater Manchester School for Dental Care Professionals, Kelly is right up-to-date with all the latest techniques and treatments. Being doubly-qualified as a hygienist and therapist means that she can treat a broad range of oral conditions and specialises in treating our patients with significant gum problems.

She is enthusiastic about helping the patients at Stalybridge Dental Care achieve good oral health and brings plenty of dental knowledge from her previous 13 years in dental practice.
GDC Reg. no: 189443
Reg. date:6/5/2008
Qualifications: Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Therapy RCS Eng 2011,
NVQ L3 Oral Health Care: Dental Nursing & Indp Asses City & Guilds 2005

The Team

Jackie Scott - Practice Manager
Jackie Scott
Practice Manager

Hello, I知 Jackie. I took on the practice manager role recently after being at the practice for 21 years. My favourite thing outside work is spending time with my family and friends and supporting the farming community.
Debbie Costello - Receptionist
Debbie Costello
Receptionist

Hi, I知 Debbie. I run the reception desk now but I致e been a nurse at the practice for 21 years. Outside work I love spending time with my family and taking my dog Charlie for walks.
Rebecca Chadwick - Dental Nurse
Rebecca Chadwick
Dental Nurse

I知 Rebecca. I have recently joined the practice as a fully qualified dental nurse after having previously worked in practice for 7 years. My favourite thing outside work is going for walks and doing yoga.
Abi Moullet - Dental Nurse
Abi Moullet
Dental Nurse

Hi, I知 Abi. I致e been nursing at the practice for 4 years now and enjoy meeting our regular patients. Outside work my favourite things are swimming, dining out and keeping tropical fish.
Alexandra Stokes - Dental Nurse
Alexandra Stokes
Dental Nurse

I知 Alex. I知 currently studying to pass my dental nurse qualification and am really enjoying caring for our patients and being part of the team. My favourite thing outside work is socialising with my friends and doing spin exercise classes with my sister.
Christy Ashworth-  Dental Nurse
Christy Ashworth
Dental Nurse

Hello, I'm Christy. I've been at the practice for about 3 years and have just returned from maternity leave. Outside work I love baking and playing with my young son, Jack.
Haley Edwards - Admin/receptionist
Hayley Edwards
Admin/receptionist

Hi, I知 Hayley. I specialise in administration at the practice and you may also see me on reception when required. Outside work I enjoy martial arts and spending time with my family.



Our dentists adhere to the rules govening the profession as set out by the General Dental Council, Maintaining Standards

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37 Wimpole Street,
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This page last updated: 12/12/2011

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