Meet us
Our Mission
To offer sound and measured dental advice to the people of North Wales, Cheshire and Shropshire in a safe environment in order that they make their best choices about dental care and undertake treatment that is perfect for them.
Experts in Every Field
We have some of the region’s most experienced and reputable dentists, therapists and support staff to ensure an exceptional level of service from the point of booking an appointment through to treatment after-care.
Dentists
All of our dentists are self-employed practitioners who choose to base themselves at Ruabon Road Dental Practice. Each independent dentist has their own area of special-interest so we can provide all treatments under one roof.
Click on a dentist to find out more…
Dr Dan Naylor
Clinical Director & Dentist
GDC No 76325
Dr Dan Naylor is the Principal dentist and clinical lead at Ruabon Road Dental Practice. Having become a partner in 2004, and taking sole control in 2016, he has gone on to develop the practice by investing both in his excellent staff and state-of the-art facilities. After graduating from Liverpool University Dental School, he continued as a Senior House Officer, completing his membership to the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College in Edinburgh. This allowed him to develop his surgical skills in order to deal with more complicated cases of tooth removal and dental surgery. After becoming a partner, Dan turned his attention to developing the best skills possible for treating patients. Having been taught by some of Europe and the world’s finest dentists, including Mauro Fradeani, Gulip Gurel and Frank Spear, Dan completed his two year diploma in restorative dentistry with the Royal College of Surgeons of England, gaining him an award that sets the standard for Dentists in the UK. Dan is a Gold Invisalign Provider. Dan loves to cycle and can often be seen riding around the countryside with fellow associate Will.
Dr Will Hodgson
Dentist with Special Interest in Implantology
GDC No 81229
Dr Hodgson has worked in dental practices in Wrexham and Liverpool and has held training posts working in the oral, maxillofacial departments in Glan Clwyd and Wrexham Maelor Hospitals and in an orthodontic referral practice. At Ruabon Road Dental Practice Will helped train newly qualified dentists as a Vocational Training Dentist and has gained a certificate in Facilitating Healthcare Learning from UCLAN. Will has a keen interest in all aspects of restorative dentistry, particularly implants and has completed the Synergy Training Programme for Restoration of Implants and attained a Certificate in Restorative Dentistry from Tipton Training Academy. In 2018 he attained a postgraduate certificate in implantology. Will enjoys cycling, kayaking, working on mini engineering projects and spending time with the other Dr Hodgson and their children.
Dr Anne-Marie Hodgson
Dentist with Special Interest in Facial Aesthetics and Periodontics
GDC No 82160
Dr Hodgson qualified from Liverpool University with an Award from the Prosthetics Department for Outstanding achievement and subsequently passed her MFGDP part A. Anne-Marie joined Ruabon Road Dental Practice in 2014 since which time she has carried out all types of NHS and private treatments. In 2017 Anne-Marie completed an Advanced Facial Aesthetics course and regularly performs wrinkle-reducing treatments at Ruabon Road Dental Practice. In 2018 Anne-Marie completed a course in General Dentistry at Rose Lane Dental Practice, Liverpool to update her skills and knowledge in various aspects of restorative dentistry. To further support her special interest in periodontics Anne-Marie completed a Periodontal Masterclass in 2023 and is subsequently a referring dentist treating patients with extreme gum disease and infection. Anne-Marie enjoys running, having fun nights out with friends and spending quality time with her three children.
Dr Sam Johnson
Dentist with Special Interest in Endodontics
GDC No 258503
Dr Sam Johnson qualified in 2015 and provides both NHS and private dentistry at Ruabon Road Dental Practice.His private dentistry portfolio includes dentures, root canal treatment, all ceramic crowns, highly polished anterior composite fillings and teeth whitening, soft splints and sports guards. Sam completed Master’s degree in Endodontology (root canal) in 2021, so is the best qualified to carry out intricate root canal treatment for both internally and externally referred patients. Dr Sam Johnson was awarded the General Dental Practitioner 2023 prize by the British Endodontic Society at their Annual National Conference and as a result recently ran a workshop at Bangor Hospital for dentists demonstrating how to perform successful root canal treatment.
Sam’s youtube channel i-love-the-pulp, streams live videos of RCT treatments, tutorials and apparatus reviews. Sam loves playing football in the garden with his three little boys and inventing and repairing things in his garage.
Dr Anwen Hooson
Dentist with Special Interest in Minimally Invasive Dentistry
GDC No 252671
Dr Anwen Hooson qualified from Manchester University in 2014 and worked in a NHS practice in Mold before joining the Ruabon Road Dental Team in January 2021. Dr Hooson predominantly provides NHS treatment at the practice but also carries out private work and has a special interest in minimally invasive dentistry and facial aesthetics. Anwen has experience in aligner treatment for teeth straightening and is our Invisalign Go Provider. Anwen is a fluent welsh speaker. She enjoys travelling, working out in the gym and spending time with her little girls.
Dr Sophie Diss
Dentist
GDC No 297127
Dr Sophie Diss qualified from Leeds University in 2021 and joined the Ruabon Road team initially as a Foundation dentist then became an Associate Dentist in September 2022. Sophie provides both NHS and private general treatments at the practice. Sophie has grown up with dentistry as both parents are also dentists. Sophie enjoys ski-ing, exercising and travelling.
Dr Chris Bradley
Dentist with Special Interest in Oral Surgery
GDC No 264370
Dr Chris Bradley graduated from Aberdeen Dental School in 2016. He completed his vocational training year in Telford and subsequently completed two years of dental core training (Liverpool Dental Hospital and Maxillofacial department Princess Royal Hospital Telford). Chris provides private dental care at Ruabon Road dental Practice on Fridays and Saturdays.
Chris enjoys all aspect of dentistry but has a particular interest in oral surgery and is commencing further study in implants. Chris has two cats (Phyllis and Stanley) and is also a veterinary surgeon.
Dr Bethan Pritchard
Dentist
GDC No 271095
Dr Bethan Pritchard qualified from Birmingham University in 2017. She completed her dental core training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Manchester Royal Infirmary and Broomfield Hospital, and also completed a year of oral medicine and pathology dental core training at The Royal London Dental Hospital.
Bethan provided NHS care at a dental practice in Hertfordshire before returning with her partner in 2023 to settle down in her North Wales and join Ruabon Road Dental Practice. Dr Pritchard predominantly provides NHS treatment at the practice but also carries out private work. Bethan is a fluent Welsh speaker who loves to travel and has recently returned from a trip across South East Asia.
Dr Lydia Crisp
Dentist
GDC No 290129
Dr Lydia Crisp qualified from Birmingham University where she accumulated a string of awards including Biological Sciences Prize 2016, John Humphrey's Memorial Prize in Basic Dental Sciences in 2017 and Sir Arthur Thompson Trust for Best Final Year Student in 2020. Having completed her Foundation Year in Hertfordshire, Lydia relocated to Shropshire where she practiced as a NHS dentist before joining Ruabon Road in July 2023 to provide both NHS and private treatments. A recipient of the West Midland's BSPD prize in 2020 for special care at university, Lydia has a proven track record in helping nervous patients overcome their dental anxiety. Lydia loves to travel and as a qualified PADI scuba diver her adventures often take her exploring the world above and below water.
Dr Rhiannon Howlett
Associate Dentist
GDC No 309143
Dr Rhiannon Howlett qualified from Liverpool University with a BSc (Hons) Anatomy and Human Biology in 2019 then with a BDS first class honours degree in 2023 graduating with distinctions in restorative and oral diseases. Rhiannon joined the Ruabon Road team initially as a Foundation dentist then became an Associate Dentist in September 2024. Rhiannon is fascinated by facial muscles and structure and during her time as a Craniofacial Research Assistant wrote published papers on the topic. She is a facial aesthetician qualified to carry out advanced cosmetic treatment. Rhiannon predominantly provides NHS care.Rhiannon is an advocate of the art of mindfulness. Her favourite sport is power lifting, strength and conditioning.
Dental Therapists & Hygienist
Our Therapy and Hygiene team are key to promoting excellent oral health in children and adults. Their role is not limited to providing dental treatment to prevent disease but is also to support patients achieve optimal oral hygiene through bespoke care plans, advice and guidance.
Bethan Hignett
Combined Diploma in Dental Therapy & Hygiene Liverpool 2019
GDC No 133888
Julie Hughes
CEB Diploma in Dental Hygiene 1994
GDC No 4671
Aimee Millington
Diploma in Dental Hygiene Bangor 2024
GDC No 212605
Dental professionals must be registered with the GDC and meet high standards. Find us on the register at www.gdc-uk.org
Nursing & Patient Care
Our Client Co-ordinator is our private patient’s point of contact supporting them through every step of their treatment plan. Our dedicated team of dental nurses have excellent working relationships with their clinicians working together to provide the best dental service possible.
- Darna Jackson Lead Nurse GDC No 293244
- Amanda Naylor GDC No 205908
- Teleri Williams GDC No 300762
- Jade Keeley GDC No 289860
- Ffion Roberts GDC No 313861
- Ruby Northcote GDC No 306581
- Emma Read GDC No 320184
- Georgia Verkade GDC No 287870
- Millie Hughes Trainee Dental Nurse
- Emily Holland Trainee Dental Nurse
- Faith Ireland Trainee Dental Nurse
- Chelsea Williams Trainee Dental Nurse
- Ashanti Taylor Trainee Dental Nurse
- Charlie Rimmer Trainee Dental Nurse
- Bekah Bentley Decontamination Technician
Dental professionals must be registered with the GDC and meet high standards. Find us on the register at www.gdc-uk.org
Management & Reception Team
Our patients love to hear the familiar voices and see the welcoming smiles of our friendly, professional Reception team. They will assist you with any queries you may have regarding your appointment. They, along with the Practice Manager are the unsung heroes that ensure your visit, whether virtual or real-time, runs smoothly.
- Suzanne Davies Practice Manager
- Suzanne Jones Deputy Practice Manager
- Louise Rees Patient Liaison and Marketing Co-ordinator
- Hannah Till Treatment Co-ordinator
- Jayne Taylor
- Helen Roberts
- Megan Howlett
- Jesse Pocock
- Paula Jones
