Meet Our Team

At Deeside Dental Surgery, we’re proud to have a highly skilled and friendly team committed to delivering outstanding dental care.

Led by Dr Maria Potocki, our clinicians and support staff share a passion for gentle, patient-focused dentistry.

We believe that every visit should feel comfortable and reassuring, which is why we’ve created a welcoming environment where you can relax knowing you’re in safe, caring hands.

With a blend of experience, advanced training and a genuine commitment to your wellbeing, our team is here to help you achieve a healthy, confident smile.

Meet Our Team

At Deeside Dental Surgery, we’re proud to have a highly skilled and friendly team committed to delivering outstanding dental care. Led by Dr Maria Potocki, our clinicians and support staff share a passion for gentle, patient-focused dentistry.

We believe that every visit should feel comfortable and reassuring, which is why we’ve created a welcoming environment where you can relax knowing you’re in safe, caring hands. With a blend of experience, advanced training and a genuine commitment to your wellbeing, our team is here to help you achieve a healthy, confident smile.

Dr Maria Potocki

Principal Dentist

Dr Maria Potocki graduated from the Jagiellonian University in Kraków in 2007, where she also worked as a Clinical Instructor in Restorative Dentistry. She has over 20 years’ overall experience, having worked in NHS and private practice across Poland, Germany, Sweden and the UK.

Maria focuses on minimally invasive, restorative and aesthetic dentistry, with particular interests in digital smile design, orthodontics and facial aesthetics. She holds a Certificate and Diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry and is trained in Invisalign, Same Day Smile, injectable composite and 3D veneers. She is also certified in facial aesthetics, including dermal fillers and botulinum toxin treatments.

Outside of work, Maria enjoys travelling, skiing, staying active and spending time with her family.

Dr Maria Potocki

Principal Dentist

Dr Maria Potocki graduated from the Jagiellonian University in Kraków in 2007, where she also worked as a Clinical Instructor in Restorative Dentistry. She has over 20 years’ overall experience, having worked in NHS and private practice across Poland, Germany, Sweden and the UK.

Maria focuses on minimally invasive, restorative and aesthetic dentistry, with particular interests in digital smile design, orthodontics and facial aesthetics. She holds a Certificate and Diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry and is trained in Invisalign, Same Day Smile, injectable composite and 3D veneers. She is also certified in facial aesthetics, including dermal fillers and botulinum toxin treatments.

Outside of work, Maria enjoys travelling, skiing, staying active and spending time with her family.

Dr James Brandon

Associate Dentist

Dr James Brandon qualified from Sheffield University in 1990. After 18 months in general practice in Birkenhead, he spent five years serving in the Royal Navy Dental Service. He went on to work in practices in Plymouth and Neston before moving to Bournemouth, where he completed the Paul Tipton Restorative Dentistry Course (2008) and the CADE Implant Course (2012).

James has been a valued member of the Deeside Dental team since 2012, delivering high-quality general and restorative dentistry.

Dr James Brandon

Associate Dentist

Dr James Brandon qualified from Sheffield University in 1990. After 18 months in general practice in Birkenhead, he spent five years serving in the Royal Navy Dental Service. He went on to work in practices in Plymouth and Neston before moving to Bournemouth, where he completed the Paul Tipton Restorative Dentistry Course (2008) and the CADE Implant Course (2012).

James has been a valued member of the Deeside Dental team since 2012, delivering high-quality general and restorative dentistry.

Dr Claire Hargreaves

Associate Dentist

Dr Claire Hargreaves graduated from Newcastle University in 2010 before achieving her Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties (MJDF RCS Eng). She has worked across Lancashire, Merseyside and Cheshire, gaining extensive experience in all aspects of general dentistry.

Claire enjoys endodontics and is passionate about supporting nervous patients, providing calm, gentle and patient-focused care. Outside of dentistry, Claire is kept busy by her two young children and enjoys hiking, Pilates and the gym.

Dr Claire Hargreaves

Associate Dentist

Dr Claire Hargreaves graduated from Newcastle University in 2010 before achieving her Diploma of Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties (MJDF RCS Eng). She has worked across Lancashire, Merseyside and Cheshire, gaining extensive experience in all aspects of general dentistry.

Claire enjoys endodontics and is passionate about supporting nervous patients, providing calm, gentle and patient-focused care. Outside of dentistry, Claire is kept busy by her two young children and enjoys hiking, Pilates and the gym.

Dr Ffion Spiller

Associate Dentist

Dr Ffion Spiller graduated from Birmingham Dental School in 1995 and joined Deeside Dental as a newly-qualified dentist, remaining with the practice ever since. She enjoys the variety of general dentistry, with particular interests in endodontics, orthodontics and caring for anxious adults. Ffion completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Studies with Cardiff University in 2009 and undertook Six Month Smiles orthodontic training in 2014.

In her spare time, she enjoys wildlife photography and spending time with her family.

Dr Ffion Spiller

Associate Dentist

Dr Ffion Spiller graduated from Birmingham Dental School in 1995 and joined Deeside Dental as a newly-qualified dentist, remaining with the practice ever since. She enjoys the variety of general dentistry, with particular interests in endodontics, orthodontics and caring for anxious adults. Ffion completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Dental Studies with Cardiff University in 2009 and undertook Six Month Smiles orthodontic training in 2014.

In her spare time, she enjoys wildlife photography and spending time with her family.

Dr James Fokinther

Associate Dentist

Dr James Fokinther graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2011 and has over 10 years of experience in private practice. His career has taken him from Scotland to Australia, and has included volunteering in rural Cambodia, giving him broad experience across both NHS and private dentistry.

James has a particular interest in aesthetic dentistry and is currently undertaking postgraduate training in oral surgery and dental implants.

Known for his gentle and caring approach, James is especially passionate about supporting anxious patients and children. He believes dentistry should be pain-free, positive and clearly explained, ensuring every patient feels comfortable, informed and confident throughout their treatment.

Dr James Fokinther

Associate Dentist

Dr James Fokinther graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2011 and has over 10 years of experience in private practice. His career has taken him from Scotland to Australia, and has included volunteering in rural Cambodia, giving him broad experience across both NHS and private dentistry.

James has a particular interest in aesthetic dentistry and is currently undertaking postgraduate training in oral surgery and dental implants.

Known for his gentle and caring approach, James is especially passionate about supporting anxious patients and children. He believes dentistry should be pain-free, positive and clearly explained, ensuring every patient feels comfortable, informed and confident throughout their treatment.

Helen Young

Hygienist

Iqra Khalid

Hygienist

Billi Cull

Dental Nurse

Amy Raynor

Dental Nurse

Lisa Hutchinson

Dental Nurse

Emma Shaw

Trainee Dental Nurse

Noelani Bouckley

Operations Administrator

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