Allow us to introduce the dedicated team at Coniston Dental Practice, where patient care is our top priority. Led by experienced and compassionate professionals, our team is committed to providing exceptional dental services tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. From our skilled dentists and hygienists to our friendly support staff, every member of our team is dedicated to ensuring your comfort and satisfaction throughout your dental journey. We strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where you can feel confident in the care you receive. Whether you’re visiting for a routine check-up or undergoing a more complex procedure, you can trust that you’re in capable hands with our team at Coniston Dental Practice.
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Caring Team at Coniston Dental
Dr Javier Martin
Dentist
Dr Javier Martin is an experienced dentist with over 13 years of clinical practice, with a strong focus on implantology, oral surgery, prosthodontics, general dentistry and aesthetic dentistry. He graduated in 2013 from the prestigious National University of Córdoba (Argentina), where he developed a strong academic foundation for his career.
View ProfileDr Martin Wannenburg
Dentist
Martin graduated from the University of Pretoria (South Africa) in 2000, with Honours. In 2001 he moved to England and worked as an Associate at the Parade Dental Practice (Ewell) providing both NHS and Private Dental treatment.
View ProfileDr Alicia Wimpory
Dentist
Alicia graduated from the University of Bristol in 2005 and soon after, passed her MJDF qualifications to become a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England…
View ProfileDr Edward Simon
Dentist
BDS (Liv) – GDC No 289598 – Dr Edward Simon joined the Coniston team in April 2025, working initially on Wednesdays. He qualified in Liverpool in 2020 and came highly recommended.
View ProfileHayley Harding
Dental Nurse
Hayley originally started working for Coniston Dental Practice in October 1995 to cover maternity leave for one of the nurses, thankfully a permanent job became available to work at Coniston.
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Emma Tomkins
Dental Nurse
Emma has been working at Coniston for many years now. She is a dental nurse, assisting Dr Nel in his surgery. Emma likes meeting and helping the patients at the practice and does her best to help put them at ease.
View ProfileSara Webster
Dental Nurse
I started my dental nursing career in 1986 and qualified in 1994. I have also been a dental nurse tutor and Brooklands College in the past. In July 2016 I was delighted to join the friendly and helpful team at Coniston Dental Practice.
View ProfileDr. André von Backstrom
Sedationist
Dr von Backstrom is a medical doctor who qualified in South Africa in 1988. He has a 2-year diploma in sedation and pain control and was a clinical assistant anaesthetist at The Royal Berkshire Hospital until 2001.
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Berni Whipp
Hygienist
Bernadette Whipp worked as a qualified dental nurse for 5 years before qualifying as a hygienist at Birmingham University. Bernadette joined the practice in the summer of 2004, she currently works at Coniston on a couple of days each week.
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