A bit about us…
All the staff are valued by Monica. They are all of the highest calibre and are competent in their own field as well as with the general running of the practice. All staff are registered with the General Dental Council and comply with current legislation.
Monica Forsman BDS
Dental Surgeon (GDC 72455)
Proprietor Monica qualified in highly esteemed Stockholm in 1986. She worked for 10 years in Stockholm before moving to Cumbria.
Monica is committed to post-graduate study and training to ensure she is at the forefront of patient care and dental techniques. She is focused on providing high quality mercury-free restorative treatments and has special interests in endodontics, smile-makeovers, orthodontic treatments including lingual orthodontics – which use appliances that are not visible.
Monica is also skilled in the provision of botox and dermal fillers.
When Monica started in practice her primary concern was to ensure that patients were looked after the way she would want to be treated. After 25 years Monica still feels the same and welcomes feedback from patients about their experience after visiting the practice.
Stephen Wild
Dental Surgeon (GDC 67360)
Stephen qualified in 1991 in Liverpool, Stephen has a high standard of work in general dentistry and is a well respected dentist within the local area. Stephen has an excellent chair-side manner with all his patients and takes pride in providing the best dental care for everyone he see’s.
Debbie Atkinson
Practice Manager / Skin Care Advisor
Debbie qualified in 2005 as a dental nurse but has been in dentistry for over 23 years and has worked for Cumbria Primary Care Trust in the past, where she gained experience in orthodontics, sedation and General Anaesthesia. Debbie has also been a Dental Nurse Assessor and previously worked for Furness College, training dental nurses throughout Cumbria and helping them to achieve their qualification.
Debbie also works as a skin care advisor offering IPL (Intense pulsed light) for hair reduction, skin rejuvenation, thread veins and pigmentation. Debbie can also provide Crystal Clear Microdermabrasion treatments, oxygen therapy and Comcit sessions, having been trained by the Crystal Clear company in Liverpool.
Sarah Wilson
Hygienist(GDC 5600)
Sarah is a very gentle and caring person and applies this to her work as our hygienist, with a friendly and professional manner. She is also committed to the role as a hygienist by offering all hygiene treatments and oral health advice and support.
Sally Hart
Hygienist (GDC 3636)
Sally works at the practice on alternate Saturday’s. She is very understanding and works with the patient to advise on oral health and preventative care.
Michelle McGoldrick RDN (GDC 143061)
Dental Nurse/Receptionist
Michelle has been a dental nurse since the age of 18 and has worked in a variety of dental practices including orthodontic clinics after qualifying in 2008. Michelle enjoys all aspects of her job role.
Catherine McGoldrick (GDC 240149)
Dental Nurse/Receptionist
Catherine is a qualified Dental Nurse and has several years of experience. Catherine works on reception and with the Dentist Stephen Wild. She has progressed in our busy private practice, having worked in an NHS practice for a while.
Shelley (GDC 110727)
Orthodontic Nurse
Shelley holds a post qualification in orthodontic nursing, oral health education and dental radiography.
Olivia Coward
Trainee Dental Nurse
Olivia is currently enjoying her studying to get her dental nursing diploma, as well learning working along side Stephen Wild.
Louise Mellor
Receptionist
Louise is a valued member of our practice. She works on reception and plays an important role in performing administrative tasks, as well as greeting and welcoming our patients.
Mindy Walker
Decontamination Technician
Mindy is our decontamination technician who plays an integral role to ensure instruments are sterile and ready to supply the dental surgeries.
Karen Tyson
Receptionist
Karen is a valued member of our friendly reception team, ensuring reception runs efficiently when scheduling appointments.
Janet Hammond
Co-ordinator
Janet is our practice co-ordinator.
Miranda
Domestic
Miranda works as our cleaner, and is a valued part of the team.