Nick graduated from London’s King’s College in 1998 and quickly worked his way up to the position of lead clinician. After 14 years working in predominantly private practice, he decided to buy his own practice and set up St Mary’s.
Nick oversees a team of general dentists and visiting professionals who offer a range of treatments and specialist services including oral surgery, implants, endodontics, periodontics and orthodontics.
With a special interest in restorative and aesthetic dentistry, Nick completed an Msc at Manchester University. He has also completed further professional studies in aesthetics under the mentorship of Paul Tipton, and in placing and restoring implants.
Nick is qualified to use IV and RA sedation, and techniques such as Wand, a pain-free numbing system, to help support nervous patients. Combining his friendly and positive chairside manner, he aims to put patients at ease and work with them to eventually undergoing treatment without sedation.
Currently Nick is doing PG diploma in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedic.
Outside of the practice he enjoys scuba diving and underwater photography, and has completed a string of personal challenges, including the Thames Path Challenge, diving with sharks and a skydive, to raise money for charity.
Sandra is an experienced dentist in a wide range of dental procedures, having qualified in 1997 from Guy’s and St.Thomas’s dental school, where she won multiple awards as a student. She has continued to expand and maintain her knowledge and enjoys helping her patients through their dental journey with kindness and empathy for their dental needs.
Sandra enjoys complete dental makeovers, including tooth straightening, whitening, bonding and porcelain work, if necessary. Still, she is equally at home with nervous patients who need that little extra time and care. Sandra also enjoys facial aesthetics and how the facial aesthetics, both soft tissue and underlying structures, change over the years.
Sandra has a loyal patient base, reflected in her dental and communication skills. Apart from her passion for dentistry, Sandra loves to keep fit and is an avid Crossfitter who loves to take on the odd extra fitness challenge to keep things fresh.
Sandra has two grown-up children, a couple of cats, a garden she enjoys pottering about, and a kitchen in which she loves cooking.
Dr. Kraftt brings over 15 years of extensive experience working in both Germany and the UK as a general dentist, coupled with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional care. Her background includes service in charitable dental organizations in both the United States and the UK. Dr. Kraftt prioritizes patient comfort and employs the latest dental techniques, adopting a minimally invasive and preventative approach to treatment. She is dedicated to ensuring that your dental visits are both pleasant and effective.
You may expect the same welcoming and friendly atmosphere you have always experienced at our practice, along with Dr. Kraftt’s commitment to personalized care. We firmly believe that your oral health is of paramount importance, and we are confident that she will uphold the high standards of service for which we are known.
To optimize patient flow, Dr. Kraftt will be Gradually working more clinical days, while Dr. Nick reduces his clinical days. Some of you will therefore be seeing Dr Silvia Kraftt at your next appointment at the practice. This adjustment will allow Nick to address his current patients who are under extensive treatments, as well as administrative responsibilities within the dental practice. Please be assured that Dr. Nick will continue to serve as the principal dentist at the practice.
Madalyne is a highly experienced dental therapist with over thirty years in the dental profession, both in the UK and internationally. She qualified from Queen Mary University, where she also was a dental educator, teaching dental hygiene and therapy students. With her extensive knowledge and hands-on experience, Madalyne brings a wealth of expertise to her practice.
Passionate about holistic dental care, Madalyne believes in the power of education to promote long-term health. She strives to create a friendly, relaxed environment where patients are empowered to take control of their oral health through informed choices. Her commitment to excellence extends beyond her clinic, as she volunteers her time and skills in Africa, Panama, and the UK, providing much-needed care to underserved communities.
When she’s not working, you can find Maddie embracing nature—whether it’s in the sea or scaling a mountain, her love for the outdoors is a constant source of inspiration.
Gillian has been with St Mary’s House Dental Care now for 25 years. She is a true asset to the practice whose meticulous standards and attention to detail are exemplary. Her kind and gentle manner is very much appreciated by our patients. GIllian is an avid swimmer and really enjoys socialising.
Sophia joined us in June 2018 relocating to Shoreham from Emsworth, she came to us with 10 years dental experience she studied for a Diploma in Dental Nursing in 2013, at Portsmouth Highbury College and has both NHS and private practice experience. Sophia enjoys all the variety that dental nursing offers and being part of busy team helping to care for our many patients. She’s developed a keen interest in facial aesthetics and the difference they can make to people’s lives.