Oladapo Olotu
Role : Principal Dentist – GDC Registration : 84579
I am the Principal Dentist at Dental 397 Exeter.
I qualified as a Dentist in 1999 and I have lived in Exeter since 2002. Prior to owning Dental 397, I had worked in dental practices in Taunton, Tiverton and most recently, Cullompton.
I achieved a Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties with the Royal College of Surgeons England in 2009. I am highly committed to postgraduate education.
I have undergone a Masters in Dental Implants program at the Goethe University Frankfurt, Germany. It is very important to me that my patients are cared for, always provided with up-to-date treatment choices and have access to the most modern dental treatments available.
I am married with 3 daughters and comfortable in the presence of all things pink!
In my spare time, I enjoy swimming, reading Psychologies Magazine and watching TED seminars.
Vadym Tukilush
Role : Associate Dentist – GDC Registration : 278767
Vadym graduated from Dnipropetrovsk’ State Medical Academy Ukraine in 2006.
Vadym has a special interest in Restorative Dentistry and Oral Surgery and has worked in Ukrainan private practices and a private clinic in Romania.
In 2009 Vadym moved to South Africa (Kwazulu Natal province) for nearly a year to help the rural community and develop oral surgery skills. Under the supervision of oral surgeons in the Melmoth area, he worked as the only dentist for 74000 people community.
In 2019 relocated to England in a lovely English Rivera, Torquay, where he currently resides.
Outside of work, Vadym enjoys spending time with family and friends walking on coastal paths, nature reserves, and parks, outdoor games, playing piano and reading.
Victoria Foster
Role : Dental Hygienist and Therapist – GDC Registration : 184673
I graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2014.
Since qualifying as a Dental Therapist, I have gained additional skills which include conscious sedation and teeth whitening. I have worked in Dentistry for 10 years and particularly enjoy treating nervous patients.
In my spare time I enjoy paddle boarding, practicing yoga and traveling.
Rachel More
Role: Dental Hygienist and Therapist – GDC Registration: 252039
I qualified as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist with distinction at the University of Sheffield in 2014 and then successfully completed the highly competitive Therapist Foundation Training program with the Oxford and Wessex Deanery.
I have since gained a wealth of experience in non-surgical periodontal therapy (treatment of gum disease), restorative treatment for adults and children as well as cosmetic treatments, including teeth whitening.
I am passionate about helping patients achieve optimal oral health and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
I am also a qualified Nutritional Therapist and finds the links between nutrition and oral health fascinating.
In the future, I would like to further my skills in implant maintenance and explore hypnotherapy techniques in dental practice.
Outside of dentistry, I enjoys spending time with my husband, Nick and my son, Ben, cycling, practicing yoga and walking along the beach with my dog, Daisy.
Corinna Stephens
Role: Dental Nurse/Receptionist – GDC Registration :206682
Hi, I am Corinna.
I qualified as a dental nurse in Exeter over ten years ago. I then progressed my education and gained extra qualifications in dental radiography and oral health education. With these extra qualifications I can take intraoral and extraoral radiographs. I can also advise patients about their oral health and discuss ways to improve their dental hygiene.
I’ve worked extensively within the dental field across the south west. More recently I’ve been travelling around much of Devon giving oral health education sessions.
In my spare time I enjoy trail running, sea swimming and body boarding. I have a grey chinchilla lop house bunny called Woody.
Chelcie Pilbrow
Role: Dental Nurse – GDC Registration : 272885
I began my dental career in 2015 and passed my National Diploma in Dental Nursing in 2017.
I enjoy supporting Clinicians in all aspects of treatments needed for our patients by creating a calming and trusting environment. I also enjoy improving on my dental knowledge and learning new techniques, and as a result I’ve recently qualified in dental radiography.
I find the transformation of patients from being nervous to a place where they are confident, comfortable and happy very rewarding in my role as a caregiver.
In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, meditation and spending quality time with my family and friends.
Hannah Fay
Role: Dental Nurse – GDC Registration : 262755
Hi I am Hannah.
I qualified here at Dental 397 as a dental nurse back in 2015 and I love it. I love working along-side Dapo and the dental team.
My interest for dentistry has led me to continue my professional career. I gained my Dental Radiography and Oral Health Education Certificate in 2019.
I am currently studying BSc Dental Hygiene and Therapy at the University of Plymouth and will be working with Dental 397 part time.
In my spare time I enjoy keeping fit, spending time with my family and walking my dog, Zuke. A working black Labrador.
Sophie Hall
Role: Dental Nurse – GDC Registration : 280879
I started dental nursing in 2016 and gained my City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing in 2018 at Exeter College.
Since qualifying I have studied at Kings College to gain the NEBDN Post graduate in Dental Implant Nursing.
I have just started studying for my Dental Radiography certificate through Dental 397.
In my spare time I take my dog Twinkles on long walks and enjoy reading.
Nicole Littler
Role: Trainee Dental Nurse
My name is Nicole.
I applied for this position because I wanted to learn something new. I like to be challenged and this position seems a good fit for me.
I am hoping to develop my skills in team working.
In my spare time I like to keep myself active by going on weekly runs.
I also like to cuddle my two cats, Mitsy
and Coco.
Caitlin Mawson
Role: Trainee Dental Nurse
Hi, my name is Caitlin.
I applied for the position, for a trainee dental nurse, as I have had an interest in healthcare since I left school.
I love helping others and putting patients at ease, and I’m looking forward to developing my skills further here at Dental 397.
In my spare time I like going on road trips and spending time with my friends and family.
