James Kleiber - Implant Dentist
GDC No. 81143
James is in charge of the implant and restorative dentistry referrals at Wordsworth House Dental Centre. In addition to being an award-winning dentist, he is also a key opinion leader for Nobel Biocare, teaches dentists how to place and restore implants at Implant Courses UK and The Esthetic Alliance Programs, and is frequently published in leading industry magazines. James has also taught at Guy's Hospital in London, is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI), and has extensive experience in the management of dental implants and aesthetic dentistry. He enjoys putting his artistic eye to his skills as a dentist to produce fantastic results and excels with patients of a nervous disposition.
Myriam Biffen - Family and Cosmetic Dentist
GDC No. 196334
Myriam qualified in Mexico in 2006 and worked in private practice until she moved to England. In 2013 she passed the Overseas Registration Examination and for the last 9 years she has been practising private dentistry in England.
She has a real passion for dentistry and is committed to providing high-quality care based on scientific evidence and principles. She always aims to ensure the patient is put at ease and given a pain-free experience whilst addressing their individual needs. As well as treating all patients, she enjoys treating children and nervous patients.
Myriam has a real interest in cosmetic, minimal invasive dentistry and can provide Invisalign treatments.
In 2015, Myriam passed her examinations to become a member of the Joint Dental Faculties of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. She also has a certificate in Aesthetic Dentistry from King's College of London.
In her time working in the UK, Myriam has established a strong reputation amongst her loyal patients who enjoy her caring and professional approach.
Myriam is married with two children and in her spare time, enjoys yoga, cooking and when possible painting with oils.
Hosam Elmanharawy - Registered Specialist Oral surgeon
FDSRCS (Eng.& Edin.) LDSRCPS (Glasg.) FFGDP (UK) MSc (Oral Surg. Lon.) MSc (Imp Dent. Lon.) Dip Imp Dent RCS (Eng.) DPDS (Brist.)
GDC No. 70288
Dr Elmanharawy qualified from dentistry in 1986 and embarked on his specialist training in oral surgery in 1987. He has a licence in dental surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons and Physicians of Glasgow in 1994, as well as a master’s degree in oral & maxillofacial surgery from London University in 1994, before being accredited by the General Dental Council as a specialist in oral surgery in 1996.
Following this, Dr Elmanharawy completed three years formal training in implant dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2006 and was awarded the prestigious college implant diploma and the advanced certificate in dental implantology from the same faculty, and completed his second master’s degree in Implant Dentistry.
Various positions held by Dr Elmanharawy were Consultant Oral Surgeon for Care UK and Lead Specialist Oral Surgeon for Solent HA and Tutor in Oral Surgery and Implant Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons of England
Dr Elmanharawy teaches nationally and internationally on Oral Surgery, and mentors other dentists. He is a regional mentor for the Association of Dental Implantology UK and a visiting lecturer on many/ Oral surgery and implant courses across the country.
Josef Pluhar - Dental Lab Technician
Josef Pluhar is a highly talented master of the porcelain crown, he works alongside us at Glenhome Dental Centre as our exclusive, in-house lab technician. Josef's creative career started when he studied stone masonry in Czechoslovakia and then went on to gain an MA in art. Josef discovered his real passion when working with a team of Dentists in West Berlin in a high-tech dental lab using gold and porcelain to create beautiful replicas of teeth.
Mark Burrows - Relationship Manager
Mark brings over 25 years of experience in commercial account management to the team and looks after our referring practices. As a liaison between our specialist team and our referring dentists, Mark builds strong and trusting relationships, ensuring patients ultimately get the very best treatment through our partnership with their dentist. When not working, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife and 4 children and 5 grandchildren.
Kristina Liddiard - Patient Coordinator
Kristina has worked in the private health care industry for over six years. Kristina started with Wordsworth House Dental Practice as a Patient Care Co-ordinator at the beginning of 2020 after deciding to find a job that was more customer-facing and rewarding. Kristina is a very sociable and caring person and loves spending any spare time that she has with her two boys and her partner. They are an active family and enjoy walks, bike rides, camping trips and picnics on the beach.
Keara McStravick - Treatment Coordinator
Keara started with us at our Wordsworth House Practice in April 2018 as our front desk receptionist. After returning from her maternity leave, Keara became our treatment coordinator. Keara thoroughly enjoys her hands-on role with the team and patients.