The Clinic
We are a dental clinic who think differently. Your overall health and wellbeing are at the heart of every decision made. From the highest quality dental treatment to providing a calm and welcoming environment, you can enjoy a more personal treatment.
We care about your teeth. And we want you to care about them too, because they’re essential for your overall health and wellbeing. It means we’re constantly investing to improve the services we provide. So our expertise is up-to-date, and your care is second-to-none.
We want you to have the best oral health. And prevention is the best cure, so we’ll help you take care of your teeth now, so you can avoid problems in the future.
Dr. Chris Ibbott, BDS Sheffield
Practice Owner and Principal Dentist
GDC Number: 73277
Qualified in the United Kingdom
Chris enjoys providing his patients with a full range of treatments and services and has a particular interest in smile enhancement and improvement using the most gentle and minimal techniques possible. Chris has participated in a number of extended training programs in aesthetic and restorative dentistry and orthodontics since qualifying from Sheffield University in 1997 and is a full member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the British Society of Occlusal Studies.
Chris was awarded an Aesthetic Dentistry Award for orthodontics in 2016 and has been Highly Commended in several categories.
He was shortlisted again in three categories in the 2020 Aesthetic Dentistry Awards.
Dr. Janet Ibbott, BDS Sheffield
Practice Owner and Principal Dentist
GDC Number: 76128
Qualified in the United Kingdom
Janet joined Ibbott&Co. in 2013 as an associate dentist and became joint owner with her husband Chris in 2016.
Janet grew up in Northamptonshire and obtained her dental degree from Sheffield University in 1999.After qualifying she underwent extensive post graduate training in restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and the study of occlusion. Janet prides herself on her gentle caring manner and is on a mission to prove that coming to the dentist can be a pleasant experience.
Janet continues to pursue her special interests of endodontics, in which she completed a year of postgraduate study in 2018, and restorative dentistry, which she is part way through a further year long programme.
Janet encourages the whole family to have regular dental care and welcomes new patients.
John Tighe
Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant and Implant Surgeon
GDC Number: 61530
Qualified in the United Kingdom
John is a Consultant at the Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead, having been appointed in 2002. He is both dentally (University of Bristol 1986) and medically (University of London 1995) qualified and holds higher Fellowships in dental surgery, general surgery and maxillofacial surgery.
His private practice is centred to include all aspects of dental and oral surgery. In particular he has nearly 20 years experience in dental implant placements to rehabilitate patients with missing teeth including those requiring bone grafting.
Heather Power
Practice Manager
Heather joined Ibbott & Co as Practice Manager in November 2020.
Her background is not in the field of dental health care at all but in retail management and operations! After studying Fashion Design at university, Heather spent seventeen years working for famous, luxury womenswear retailers where she gained experience in both head office and field-based roles up to area manager level. Heather brought with her many transferable skills such as exceptional customer service, and people and business management.
At home she is kept just as busy with her husband and their blended family that includes four children ranging from teenager down to toddler!
Victoria Cobb
Hygiene Therapist
GDC Number: 6589
Qualified in the United Kingdom
Since qualifying as a dental therapist and hygienist at the Eastman institute in 2004 Victoria has taken a number of roles in the practice. She is very experienced in treating nervous or special needs patients including adults and children. Victoria’s gentleness means she has often patients referred to her who are extremely nervous regarding any dental treatment. In this capacity alone Victoria is an invaluable assist to the practice. In her clinical role she is licensed to give local anaesthetic to patients and perform restorative dentistry such as fillings and fissure sealants, as well as root treatments and extraction of primary teeth.
Laura Williams
Hygiene Therapist
GDC Number: 256709
Qualified in the United Kingdom
Laura qualified as a dental hygienist and therapist from Kings college dental hospital in 2019. She has then completed further foundation training in restorative dentistry for adults and children. Laura has a wide range of experience treating patients with complex needs and her calm nature means patients feel comfortable throughout their treatment. She enjoys helping patients prevent gum disease as well as providing treatments such as fillings and fissure sealants to give patients a healthy smile.
Sharon Hood
Dental Surgery Assistant
GDC Number: 246414
Qualified in the United Kingdom
I became a Dental Nurse in 2012 after a long career in the Aviation Industry. I was pleased to find a job that offered the people contact together with the interesting clinical side of nursing. I live locally with my husband and daughter and gained my Private Pilot’s license in 2000 and am also a keen road cyclist.
Clare Hennessey
Dental Surgery Assistant
GDC Number: 219320
Qualified in the United Kingdom
I became a dental nurse in 2011 after returning to work from having my two children. My career before the children was in office administration and a PA.I joined the practice in early 2018, my role is very interesting and rewarding every day. I am an outdoors person so love long dog walks, cycling and being in my garden.
Helen Simpkin
Dental Surgery Assistant
GDC Number: 135378
Qualified in the United Kingdom
I have been a dental nurse since qualifying from London in the late 1990's. I have worked in hospital and orthodontic dentistry but I really enjoy general practice and getting to know all our lovely patients. I moved to East Sussex six years ago with my family and I am kept very busy walking in the countryside and looking after our many animals.
Billie Buszka
Treatment Co-Ordinator
GDC Number: 266911
Qualified in the United Kingdom
BDA Qualification in Dental Radiography
Billie joined Ibbott & Co in June 2023 as Treatment Coordinator after 10 years of working in the dental sector. Billie became a dental nurse in 2014 after leaving school and wanting to work in the healthcare. She has worked in various practices gaining qualifications and experience with orthodontics, radiography, sedation, and digital scanning. Outside of work Billie enjoys spending time with family and going to regular Pilates classes.
Anne Murphy
Front of House Professional
Our longest standing Front of House Professional, Anne is a friendly and familiar face for our patients. Her warm smile and gentle manner will put the most nervous patient at ease. Always happy to help, she is much loved by her colleagues and patients alike.