About us
We have been established here in Warwickshire since 1979 and in that time have worked hard to provide consistently excellent dental care, which contributes to the reputation we are proud to have today.
We endeavour to ensure that even the most nervous of patients feel comfortable and at ease with us, and constantly aim to provide a relaxed and friendly environment that might even make your visits to the dentist somewhat enjoyable!
Meet the team
Simon Gibson-Sexton
Principal Dentist – BDS Lond (2013). GDC: 244101
Simon received his dental qualifications from the Dental Institute at Kings College London, and is now the owner and Principal Dentist at Southam Dental.
Aside from treating patients on an everyday basis, Simon’s responsibilities also include leading the team and “changing the light bulbs”! When he’s not restoring the practice illumination, Simon works to restore patients’ dental health and particularly enjoys seeing them smile after a successful treatment.
Outside work, Simon has a busy lifestyle. He is a keen gardener and enjoys watching rugby matches, skiing and coaching U10’s rugby, he is also a Southern Counties Panel Hockey Umpire .
Nikita Arora
Dental Hygiene Therapist – Dip DHT London (2020) GDC: 283512
Nikita is a duel qualified dental hygienist and therapist who qualified from King’s College Hospital, London.
Nikita enjoys all aspects of her scope; in particular she enjoys educating patients on the importance of oral health and its link to systemic health. After qualifying, she has carried out an extended duty whitening course and also teaches other dental hygienists on a course, how to educate and treat patients who have gum disease.
Davina Paddan
Dental Hygiene Therapist – BSc (Hons) Birm (2023) GDC: 312202
Davina qualified as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist with Honours from the University of Birmingham, and was awarded the prize for academic excellence in her final year. During her time at Birmingham Dental Hospital she treated a wide range of adult and paediatric patients, and she has a particular interest in periodontal care and treating nervous patients.
She has a friendly and professional nature, and likes to ensure her patients feel at ease during their appointments. She will continue to expand her skills and knowledge in all aspects of her scope, in order to provide the best care to her patients.
Outside of work she is keen on travelling and experiencing new cultures, as well as cooking and going to the gym.
Mandy Randle
Dental Hygienist – CEB Dip Dental Hygiene (1992) GDC:4312
Mandy is one of our Hygienists and her responsibility is to educate and motivate patients in the care of their teeth and gums, provide cleaning treatments to prevent oral problems and offer oral hygiene and dietary advice. Mandy likes to show care and compassion to all her patients and to help them maintain a healthy smile.
When she’s not at work Mandy enjoys walking her whippet Fern. She likes to keep fit by going swimming and to aqua-fit classes and enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Denise Ward
Practice Manager & Treatment Co-ordinator – Dental Surgery Assisting NEBDSA (1991), Dental Radiography (2008), Advanced Impression Taking and Photography (2016), Oral Health Education (1997) Practice Management (2201) GDC: 142200
Denise qualified as a Dental Nurse in 1991 and has post graduate qualifications in Dental Radiography, Impression Taking and Photography, and Oral Health Education, she is also our Implant Nurse and treatment CoOrdinator for Dental Implants. Denise also has taken her City and Guilds Level 3 Teaching Practice.
Denise has over 34 years experience in Dentistry and is available to welcome all new patients to the practice and discuss any worries or concerns they may have. She helps the patients understand the various treatments they have been offered and is on hand to answer any questions about the practice helping the patients through their dental journey.
In her spare time Denise is busy with her 2 dogs, loves shopping, and visiting friends across the country.
Janet Braun
Senior Dental Nurse – NVQ L3 Oral Health Care: Dental Nursing & Indp Asses City and Guilds (2004). GDC: 156475
Janet’s job as a dental nurse not only involves providing assistance to the dentists with their treatments, but also making sure the surgery runs smoothly and stock levels are maintained.
Janet is also our Decon Lead looking after all the infection Control in the practice and in the past was also our Sedation Nurse.
Like many of her colleagues, Janet is a people person. She loves meeting the clients and helping them to achieve and maintain healthy smiles.
At home, Janet likes to spend her spare time with her friends and family, and walking her chocolate Labrador Zac. She also enjoys cross-stitch, and is a keen gardener.
Chiamaka Lemeh (CJ)
Trainee Dental Nurse
CJ is our Trainee Dental Nurse here at Southam Dental.
CJ is enjoying developing her skills and loves interacting with patients. She enjoys supporting the hygienist and working as part of a team.
CJ is very motivated and after qualifying, plans to extend her duties by carrying out further training to expand her scope of practice.
Outside of work, CJ enjoys listening to music and spending quality time with her friends and family
Jasmine Davis
Dental Receptionist
Jasmine has worked in a dental field since leaving school, with knowledge of Orthodontics and General Dentistry. She has always had an interest in dentistry and wanting everyone to feel happy and comfortable with their smile.
Being on reception she is able to listen to patients amazing stories and see the progression of their treatment, as well as being there to support them when they are nervous for treatment.
When not at work, she likes to spend time traveling and exploring new places, with family. As well as designing and creating new arty projects.
Rob Endicote
Roving Sedationist – BDS Birm (1997). GDC: 73516
For over 15 years Rob has performed sedation thousands of times for nervous patients receiving dentistry. Having retired from clinical dentistry in 2018, he now solely works on sedation for patients receiving dentistry across the UK, supporting dentists as they provide anxiety free care for their patients.
Rob says: “Over the years I have seen the lives of patients improve radically by being able to receive the dental care they so desperately need, thanks to the comfort and ease which sedation provides. People suffer for so many years, coping with regular pain and growing anxiety until they believe it’s too late. With modern techniques like full mouth implant treatment being performed under sedation, patients really can get their smile back, thereby regaining their confidence. It’s a privilege to be involved with their care and facilitate this life changing process