Dental Surgeons...
Ken qualified from Cardiff in 2005 and has worked in general practice in Barry for the last 11 years. He is a keen rugby fan, and after having played for Barry RFC over 50 times, he has helped to manage and sponsor the club. In his spare time he also enjoys lending his skills to volunteer opportunities abroad, and has worked in India, Romania, Peru and Tanzania.
He has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and hiked to Everest Base Camp to raise money for the practice adopted charity Bridge2Aid.
He took over as principal of the Channings in 2016.
Richard qualified from Cardiff Dental School in 2003 and has been working in South Wales ever since. He brings with him vast experience, having worked in Porthcawl, Barry, Caerphilly and Pencoed.
Outside of dentistry, he has a keen interest in skiing, snowboarding and mountain biking.
Stefan qualified from King’s College London in 2020, he has previously worked in Ystradgynlais and Cardiff dental hospital where he has developed his skills in oral surgery and restorative dentistry. In his spare time, he enjoys playing basketball, hiking and going to the cinema
Therapist, Hygenist & Clinical Technician...
Hannah graduated with merit as a Dental Therapist in Dental Hospital, Cardiff in 2006 and has been practising in Abergavenny. Her interest in beauty and facial aesthetics has led to further training in Harley Street, London, in anti-wrinkle treatment.
Elena graduated from Cardiff University in 2016 and has been working in a variety of practices across Port Talbot and Swansea. Because of this diversity she has experience in treating the community high need patients along side maintaining high end dental work such as dental implants. Elena is a keen rugby player and had the honours of representing Ospreys Women last summer but has recently decided to take time off rugby so she can focus on facial aesthetics - which she is providing at our dental practice. In her spare time Elena maintains a healthy life style, enjoying weight lifting and regular exercise classes. She is a keen animal lover and will be more than happy to tell you all about her beloved bearded dragons.
Holly joined the dental practice in September 2022 as a dental therapist. Originally from Hampshire, she also has working experience in the Vale of Glamorgan.
As a qualified dental therapist, she is trained in treatment of periodontal (gum) disease, placement of permanent fillings and the extraction of deciduous (children's) teeth.
Matthew joined the practice in November 2023. He qualified as a dental technician in 2011 and as a clinical dental technician in 2014. He is able to offer assistance with all aspects of denture design, denture care and denture repairs.
He is committed in working closely with other dental professionals to provide the best treatment for the patient in the laboratory and the clinic.
Gemma started her career in dentistry in 2016 as a trainee dental nurse. Since then she has qualified as a dental hygienist in 2021 at Portsmouth university and is currently studying dental therapy at the university of Essex, Gemma's future is so bright with all the new skills she is learning, she's professional, kind and outgoing, she has a lovely little boy and husband. She loves her dogs and still manages to find the time to run miles each week.
Dental Nurses...
Kim worked in this practice 25 years ago and having left to have her son has now returned to Dentistry and is delighted to be back where she began her career. She lends her considerable experience to the team and other than her excellent dental nursing skills, is also a useful handyman to do odd jobs around the practice!
Ellee joined the practice in August 2019 as a trainee dental nurse after 12 months out of the industry pursuing other interests. She successfully passed her exams and was qualified as a dental nurse in September 2023. She is also a qualified First Aider and serves as Fire Warden at the practice.
Amy joined the dental practice in October 2023 as a trainee dental nurse.
She will be balancing her time between working as in surgery, as a decontamination nurse, and working towards a diploma in dental nursing.
Alana joined the dental practice in November 2022 as a trainee dental nurse.
She will be balancing her time between working as in surgery, as a decontamination nurse, and working towards a diploma in dental nursing.
Leigh-Ann joined the dental practice in October 2023 as a trainee dental nurse.
She will be balancing her time between working as in surgery, as a decontamination nurse, and working towards a diploma in dental nursing.
Kelly joined the dental practice in April 2024 as a trainee dental nurse.
She will be balancing her time between working as in surgery, as a decontamination nurse, and working towards a diploma in dental nursing.
In her spare time she enjoys classic cars and motorsports.
Receptionists...
Sue has been our receptionist since 1987 and has been working tirelessly for the practice serving the Porthcawl public for the last three decades. It is good to have a familiar face greeting everyone through the door and we hope that she will be with us for another few decades yet!
Sade joined us in July 2023 as a receptionist. She brings with her vast experience in customer service in her previous jobs. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and going to the cinema