Meet the Team | Linden Cottage Dental Practice

Our team at Linden Cottage Dental Practice are here to make your dental visits as comfortable as possible. We work together to support you with the aim of achieving great dental health.

The General Dental Council (GDC) is the UK-wide statutory regulator of the dental team. You can find out more here: www.gdc-uk.org/

Matthew Hodgson

Clinical Lead/Dentist BDS GDC no. 244944

Colin Belfield

Dentist BDS GDC no. 65420

I qualified from Newcastle Dental School in 1990.

I have worked at Linden Cottage since 1995 being a Partner for over 20 years.

Outside of work I enjoy watching all sports and I am a keen golfer.

Lydia McParlin

Dentist GDC no. 309044

Alex Halim

Dentist GDC no. 308383

I qualified from Newcastle University in 2023, following which I remained in the northeast to complete my foundation training. I have a passion for endodontics and restorative dentistry.

Currently, I am completing postgraduate training in endodontics where I will continually develop my skillset to restore teeth to a high standard.

My Instagram page displays treatment and useful information that I have developed.

My hobbies include salsa dancing every week and cycling. I often enjoy travelling to different countries for dance.

Anchal Puri

Orthodontist BDS Glasgow 2009 GDC no. 176891

Specialty:

Orthodontist

Available Days:

Friday

Currently Offering:

NHS & Private Dental

Helen Whyte

Specialty:

Private Medical Botox

Available Days:

Wednesday

Currently Offering:

Private Dental

Kat Badminton

Orthodontic Therapist GDC no. 273330

Michelle Strong

Practice Manager

National Certificate NEBDN 1998.

Michelle joined the practice as a dental nurse in 1992, and became the practice manager in 2010.
Michelle runs the ship very smoothly with an experienced hand.