André Hattingh qualified as a dentist in 1991. He spent four and a half years in general dental NHS practice before deciding to specialise in 1996. He then completed a 4 year full-time clinical Master’s degree at the University of Pretoria in Periodontics and Oral Medicine, which he achieved with distinction. His post-graduate studies also included dental implantology which allowed him to place 104 dental implants in the last 2 years of his training. This provided him with in-depth knowledge in periodontology and dental implantology. His Master’s degree dissertation involved research in the field of bone regeneration and in 2022 he completed a PhD at Ghent University. His PhD thesis was in implantology, investigating the use of wide diameter dental implants placed at the time of molar tooth removal. As a specialist periodontist he has been treating patients on a referral basis from dental colleagues for the last 24 years. André Hattingh is registered as a specialist in Periodontics with the General Dental Council. www.gdc-uk.org ( Registration number 66706 ) He is also a member of the following professional organisations: The British Society of Periodontology. www.bsperio.org The American Academy of Periodontology. www.perio.org The British Association of Dental Implants. www.adi.org.uk The American Academy of Osseointegration. www.osseo.org

I’m very fortunate to have Werda as both my life & business partner. With qualifications in accountancy & dental technology, she has consistently worked hard to make valuable contributions since the development of our early practice and was specifically instrumental in the overall success of our practice relocation project, when she managed most and many aspects for the project: premises acquisition, planning, design, sourcing, research, finance, administration & project management. At work Werda manages the financial & general aspects of the practice and at home her main focus is to take care of our two beautiful daughters, our 3 cats and me - not necessarily in that order!

Arna is a highly experienced Oral Surgeon and has been practicing oral surgery since graduating in 1993 from Glasgow University. She has gained years of experience working in the Oral and Maxillofacial surgical units in NHS hospitals in Glasgow, Bath, Falkirk, Eastbourne and Brighton. She currently enjoys working as an Associate Specialist in the Oral and Maxillofacial Unit in Brighton where she has been since 1998. She is a Fellow of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons and on the Oral Surgery Specialist list. Her memberships include British Association of Oral Surgeons and Association of British Academic Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She performs all aspects of oral surgery including simple dental or surgical extractions, third molar extractions, removal of cysts, minor soft tissue surgery (including frenectomies, removal of polyps, biopsies etc).

Lorna has been a member of the team since 2001 – gaining her dental nurse qualification and continuing to further her studies at the Eastman Dental Hospital in the subject of dental hygiene, qualifying and working with Andre Hattingh since 2007 as a dental hygienist. She enjoys an active life outside of work hours and thrives in being outdoors.

Sui is one of the specialist dental nurses and has been assisting André since 2017. After an early career in retail, catering and a dabble in finance, Sui started her dental career in 2013, qualifying in 2014, she is also certified in Radiography and Oral Hygiene Education. Apart from implant and periodontal dentistry, Sui also has extensive experience in general, cosmetic and orthodontic dentistry. Sui uses her super organisation skills to help the practice run smoothly. In her spare time, Sui enjoys epic movies and shopping for shoes.

After many successful years in administrative and secretarial roles within the Port of London Authority and the NHS, Lisa joined Specialist Implant Clinic in March 2022. Alongside secretarial support to the specialists at the clinic, Lisa also covers reception for the periodontist, where she thrives on interacting with patients. Outside of work, Lisa enjoys spending time with family and friends, and has a passion for nature and the outdoors.

Elizabeth Gummer has been our audio typist since 2004 and frequently helps out when needed. Although now retired, she remains a valuable and faithful member of the team at Specialist Implant Clinic.