Rhodri Davies BDS
GDC no. 75981
rhodri@westleighdentalcare.co.uk
Rhodri’s interest in dentistry started with school work experience at his local dentist in Brecon. After qualifying from Cardiff Dental School in 1999 he was asked to return to Brecon where he remained as an associate for the next few years gaining experience in a busy family practice with a specific interest in minor oral surgery and Orthodontics.
In 2002 Rhodri became an associate at a prestigious cosmetic practice in the City of London to pursue his interest in cosmetic dentistry. A few years later the draw of the South Coast led him to become an associate at Westleigh Dental and then a partner in 2006.
Since then Rhodri has had the pleasure of taking over from long-serving partners Ian Hallam MBE and Paul Shill and continuing the principles of long-term preventive family dentistry while always looking for new ways to improve the health and appearance of a smile.
In his time away from Westleigh Rhodri enjoys every minute with his young family and is an avid follower of Welsh Rugby.
Elizabeth Goodfellow BDS
GDC no. 66542
After qualifying from Newcastle University Dental School in 1991 Liz worked as a general dental practitioner in a variety of practices before joining the Westleigh team in 2000. She left Westleigh Dental Practice in 2004 due to a move abroad and returned with her family to live and work in the UK in 2010.
Liz enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and especially enjoys working with nervous patients helping them overcome their fears and anxieties. Liz dedicates time to explain and plan procedures to tailor treatment plans for individual dental needs. She is particularly interested in minimal invasive restorative dentistry.
In her spare time, Liz loves to spend time with her husband and two sons. She enjoys helping her husband tend to crops at their allotment and cooking the produce.
Kathryn Bernowicz BDS, MSc Rest Dent (UCL) 2010
GDC no. 191826
Kathryn graduated from the University of Bristol in 2010. Since then she has worked in general practice locally in Southampton and the surrounding areas.
In 2018 she gained an MSc in Restorative Dental Practice from the Eastman Dental Institute which she passed with distinction. Kathryn enjoys all areas of general dentistry and establishing a good rapport with her patients. She is looking forward to becoming a member of the Westleigh team.
She lives in Southampton with her husband. In her spare time she sings in a local choir and enjoys cooking and running. She enjoys participating at her local Parkrun.
Seema Shah BDS
GDC no. 82535
Seema graduated from King’s College London in 2003. She has worked at various practices in London and Hampshire.
Her interest in cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry led her to do her postgraduate training from the Advanced Dental Seminars institute in London, which she completed in 2010.
Seema enjoys all aspects of general dentistry with a holistic approach and building good rapport with her patients.
Outside dentistry, she enjoys teaching yoga and does health coaching. In her spare time, Seema loves to spend time with her family, cooking, travelling and being in nature.
Our Hygienists
With a wealth of experience, our dental hygiene team are passionate about promoting oral health among our patients.
We work with six hygienists at the practice each of whom has her own personal approach, but jointly the dental hygiene team endeavours to treat, educate, improve then maintain your oral health.
Jean Hey
GDC no. 4655
Chloe Simpson
GDC no. 231509
Toni-Louise Hanton
GDC no. 113114
Pavan Baker
GDC no. 244970
Beth Hatt BDS Bristol 2010
GDC no. 191803
(Hygienist Role)
Paul Lees – Practice Manager
GDC no. 257235
info@westleighdentalcare.co.uk
Paul joined the team in April 2020, before taking over as PM in November 2021. He has since helped grow the business, the team to achieve a nomination for Practice of the Year in 2023 and helped the practice become a BDA Good Practice member in November 2024.
As well as dealing with the day to day running, he ensures that every patient and staff member has the best experience possible whilst at the practice.
Paul is also the creator of a fundraiser called ‘One Box of Fudge’ and has so far donated over £22,000 to local charities, from sales of his homemade fudge (only to be eaten at meal times of course!). In 2024, he was nominated for a Pride of Britain award for ‘Regional Fundraiser of the Year’ and was invited to the Houses of Parliament to celebrate his fundraising achievements. In 2025, he released his first recipe book ‘One Book of Fudge’ on Amazon, which debuted at no.1 and was nominated for Gosport’s ‘Citizen of the Year’ award.
Our Nurses
Their cheerful and compassionate nature makes these ladies very valuable team members with the skills and knowledge to look after patients and dentists alike.
The nurses are responsible for maintaining high levels of cleanliness and cross-infection control, ensuring that appointments are correctly booked, stocks are plentiful and that patients are supported and at ease throughout their visit to the practice.
Wendy Robinson
GDC no. 153714
Mandy Holdsworth
GDC no. 273520
Alisha Williams
GDC no. 231509
Rosie Crook
GDC no. 248387
Lauren Williams
GDC no. 273520
Bishnu Paija Pun
GDC no. 294386
Heather Bennett
GDC no. 313172
Kim Ha
GDC no. 279998
Our Receptionists
You can count on a friendly welcome from Amy and Zoe, our reception team; although immensely hardworking they always have time to spend with patients.
With a wealth of dental and administrative experience, their joint goal is to provide the highest possible standard of care and customer service for all our patients.
Amy Duncan
