Valley Dental Practice has been providing private dental treatment in Clacton-On-Sea for over 40 years. We have two highly experienced dentists, who undergo constant professional development to ensure that we can provide the highest possible level of care for our patients. We also have two hygienists, who specialise in preventative dental care and oral hygiene advice, ensuring your teeth stay as healthy as possible for as long as possible.
From the moment you arrive at Valley Dental Practice, the whole team will try to ensure that your visit is as calm and stress free as possible.
Why choose us:
- Modern and comfortable surroundings
- Fully Disabled Accessible
- Highly experienced and professional team
- Free onsite parking
- Denplan Dental payment plans available
Our staff include:
Principal Dentist
Dr Willem Junior Botha – BChD Pretoria 1994, MSC Oral Surgery Uclan 2017. GDC 72543
Associate Dentists
Dr Clarence Maxwell Botha – BDS Cardiff University 2022. GDC 302629
Hygienists
Philippa Nixon – Foundation Degree in Oral Health Science University of Essex 2014. GDC 253765
Gracie Curtis – Foundation Degree in Oral Health Science University of Essex 2023. GDC 287122
Dental Care Professionals
Sharna Allfrey – NVQ L3 Dental Nursing & VRQ L3 Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2012. GDC 236131
Patrice Godfrey – Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2016. GDC 273039
Millie Mcilraith – Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2020. GDC 289106
Mallory Newell – Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2021. GDC 298891
Helen Bloomfield – NVQ L3 Dental Nursing & VRQ L3 Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2013 GDC 245864
Christina Kirkham – Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing City & Guilds 2024 GDC 317519
Other Team Members
Receptionist – Wendy Pattenden
Practice Manager – Sharna Allfrey
All members of the Dental Team follow the Practice Policy of Lifelong Learning and regularly attend registered courses.
As Dental Professionals, we must:
1. Put patients’ interests first
2. Communicate effectively with patients
3. Obtain valid consent
4. Maintain and protect patients’ information
5. Have a clear and effective complaints procedure
6. Work with colleagues in a way that is in patients’ best interests
7. Maintain, develop and work within our professional knowledge and skills
8. Raise concerns if patients are at risk
9. Make sure our personal behaviour maintains patients’ confidence in us and the dental profession
For a full explanation of the standards we adhere to please see the GDC Website
