Meet Our Team
Your Team at Camden Place Dental Practice, Preston
Our dental implant surgeons at Camden Place Dental Practice, Preston, have undergone extensive formal training and passed the necessary qualifications within the UK.
Our team are highly experienced, and are able to offer implant, cosmetic, endodontic (root canal) and general dentistry to their patients of any complexity.
The Camden Place team have years of experience dealing with all forms of dental issues, and have the knowledge to be able to help any patient with any issue.
Take a look at our teams Bios below
Dr. Hamza Sheikh | Implant Dentist
GDC no. 154800
Dr Sheikh qualified form Kings College London in 2008 and began his dental implant education and training in 2010, after spending time in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery as part of his dental foundation training and passing his Royal College of Surgeons exams in Edinburgh.
He received a Masters qualification in Implantology in 2012 – the youngest dentist on the Dental Implantology course at Manchester University to do so – and has since practiced primarily implant dentistry, from simple single-tooth implants to full arch complex implant procedures.
Dr Sheikh has treated over a 1000 implant patients over the last 12 years at his practices, and has placed and restored over 5000 implants.
Dr Sheikh also has a formal qualification is Dental Sedation (with Distinction) from University College London (UCL) to keep patients relaxed during complex procedures.
He is an accredited trainer in Dental Sedation with the Royal College of Surgeons.
He has trained under world-renowned surgeons across UK and Europe – and still continues to do so – to refine his techniques that help his patients achieve the best possible end result.
One implant dentist does it all:
- Dr Sheikh is the sole clinician who will be providing the dental treatment from start to finish from the initial consultation to the implant surgery and final tightening of your fixed teeth.
- Many other practices will have a ‘treatment co-ordinator’ (who are not dentists) to carry out the initial consultation, which only gives very basic, generalised overview about what you require.
- If you have treatment with Dr Sheikh, you will see him from the very beginning, commencing with the complimentary, free of charge initial appointment, at which he will give you a more definitive dental implant opinion customised to you.
- There will be no ‘treatment co-ordinators’ or ‘visiting surgeons’, who attend for the day and disappear.
Read More about Dr Hamza
Dr. Sheikh lectures on various implant topics and mentors dentists training to either restore or place dental implants.
For dentists who are interested in learning about the theoretical and clinical practice of implant dentistry, Dr Sheikh is happy to offer one-on-one training for dentists who are interested.
Dr. Shalini Kanagasingam | Specialist Endodontist
GDC no. 248625
Senior Clinical Lecturer – Course Lead MSc & MClinDent Endodontology
Dr Shalini is a Registered Specialist with the General Dental Council (UK), having completed her training at Guy’s Hospital in 2009.
She teaches undergraduate and postgraduate students at The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). She is a Course Lead for the part-time MSc Endodontology programme and the full time MClinDent Endodontology programme.
As the Course Lead and Senior Clinical Lecturer at UCLAN, Dr Shalini routinely undertakes complex root canal treatments, which general dentists in practice are unable to.
Dr Shalini’s training, experience and research work puts her at the forefront of Endodontic (root canal) treatments.
Dr Shalini Kanagasingam contributed to ‘The Principles of Endodontics’ edited by UCLan’s Clinical Professor Dr Shanon Patel and Dr Justin Barnes. The textbook is a guide on why and how to carry out safe and effective endodontic treatment.
Read More about Dr Shalini
- Oral biofilm and Alzheimer’s Disease
- Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Endodontics
- Endodontic rotary instruments
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) 2019
- Specialty Membership in Restorative Dentistry (MRestDent) Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (Glasgow)
- Membership in Faculty Dental Surgery (MFDS) Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons (Glasgow)
- Statutory Examination (ORE) General Dental Council 2013
- Membership in Restorative Dentistry (MRD) Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) 2009
- Master of Clinical Dentistry (MClinDent) in Endodontology King’s College London 2009
- Membership in Faculty Dental Surgery (MFDS) Royal College of Surgeons (England) 2008
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) University Malaya 2003
- Dental Education, Training and Professional Development Board (DETPB) Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow
- Chairperson, Ribble Section, British Dental Association
- British Dental Association
- British Endodontic Society
- British Dental Association Clinical Academic Reference Group
Dr. Ben Mitchell | Dentist
GDC no. 79208
Ben qualified in 2001 at Manchester University. He worked on the Fylde Coast before joining us in January 2016. Ben enjoys Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry.
Justine Noon |
Oral Health Specialist
GDC no. 103259
I began my career in dentistry 35 years ago. Justine qualified from Manchester University in 2006. Through this time I’ve strived to improve and keep my knowledge current in a fast paced industry. Like all areas of medicine dentistry has evolved rapidly and patient treatments and care has been greatly enhanced.
In my role as an Oral Health Specialist I’m dedicated to providing my patients with the highest standard of care , treatments and advice.
My training and learning has never stopped as I aim to keep my knowledge up to
date with regular continued professional development and training , helping me to give my patients the most informative care plan tailored to their individual
treatment needs currently and in the future to achieve and maintain oral health.
I find my career very rewarding and the sense of great satisfaction is amazing to
feel with each patient I’ve successfully treated and helped to place on a long term plan of oral health. Achieving a successful outcome in my patient’s treatment journey is a joint effort between both myself and the patient, and I’m 100% dedicated to making their treatment and care bespoke to their individual needs to achieve our goals.
Like everything in life we need a balance. I’m very blessed with a family who have
always supported me in my chosen career and choices I’ve made through the
years and it’s been their help and unwavering support that has been my rock
through the years.
During the 2021 pandemic , we were blessed with a grandson Joseph who has
just lifted us up to new heights of happiness.
I look forward to meeting you in the clinic, and helping YOU TOO to reach your
treatment goals!
Dr. Richard Bate | Dentist
GDC no. 150115
Originally hailing from the West Midlands, Richard qualified at Manchester University in 2008 before completing his Vocational Training in the North West.
Following this, he worked in hospital Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery for several years, holding a Staff Grade position in the speciality and achieving his Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery through the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
Richard returned to General Dental Practice with a strong grounding in oral surgery and pursued further training in dental implants through Straumann’s Foundation in Implant Dentistry programme, whilst working at a prestigious implant referral practice in the West Midlands.
His particular interest is the provision of implants at the front of the mouth, though he enjoys all aspects of implant work and has completed a large number of cases from single implants to full mouth reconstructions at Watling Street Road.
Though increasingly busy with the provision of implants at multiple practices, Richard’s scope of practice is not limited to implants and surgery, as he also undertakes restorative cases and orthodontics alongside a small list of routine regular patients at this clinic.
Outside of work, Richard is a proud father of three and keen botanist, whose particular specialty is the identification and taxonomy of European orchids for which he is actively involved in the conservation of – as well as working as an advisor and guide for a specialist tour company. He also breeds Maine Coon cats and is an avid fan of Birmingham City FC
Rhoda Melling | Practice Manager
Many of you will already know Rhoda as she has worked at Camden Place since 2000. Her role as Practice Manager firmly places her in a position which she relishes. Rhoda deals with the day to day running of the Practice and handles every task you can imagine from Health and Safety to customer care.
Daniel Haynes | Receptionist
I began my career as a graphic designer before transitioning into dentistry in 2016in both private and NHS practices, I am deeply passionate about patient care and ensuring a positive experience for every individual. In 2020, I pursued my Adult Healthcare degree, embarking on an exciting new chapter in my professional journey.
After completing university, I began my career as a senior carer in domiciliary care, where I developed a deep passion for helping others and providing compassionate care. Although I thoroughly enjoyed this role and the meaningful connections I made with patients, I missed the field of dentistry, which had always been a significant part of my professional interests.
Outside of work, I am dedicated to staying active through activities like cricket, walking, and cooking, which help me maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
Lauren Ainscough | Head Nurse
GDC no. 237598
I qualified in 2012 and began my career at an NHS practice, where I worked my way up, initially assisting the manager with compliance. By 2015, I had advanced to the position of Lead Nurse. After the challenges of COVID, I decided to seek a new opportunity and started working at Camden in 2021. During my time there, I’ve gained experience in implants, become sedation-trained, and received PRF training. I am now preparing to undergo cannulation training. I also thoroughly enjoy the oral surgery side of my work.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my two dogs, Missy and Bonnie. We love going for walks and traveling around the UK.
Belinda Roskell | Implant Co-ordinator/Dental Nurse
GDC no. 132250
Belinda started her career as a Dental Nurse in 1994. Her passion is surgical nursing and dental implants, she also enjoys her other role as a sedation nurse.
Outside of work she likes to spend time with her family and also enjoy showing her dogs. Belinda’s personal highlights was judging at Crufts in 2022
Kacey O'neill |
Dental Nurse
GDC no. 237598
Joanna Mikolajczky | Dental Nurse
GDC no. 288722
Sabeera Mahmood |
Dental Nurse
GDC no. 305191
I have been in Dental nursing for around 5 Years.
Currently, my favourite procedures are RCT and Composite Bonding. During treatment, my main priority is to ensure patients are comfortable.
Seeing the positive impact our treatments have on patients is the best part of my job.
During my spare time, I like to spend time with my family and go horse riding.
I look forward to Holidays, current favourite distinction is Qatar
