At “The Ivy”, we are distinguished as one of the UK’s leading clinics, receiving accolades for our integration of health, beauty, and dental excellence.
Embracing the themes of growth, vitality, and nature, “The Ivy Clinic” elevates the conventional clinic experience, transforming each visit into an opportunity for renewal and rejuvenation. Our highly skilled team not only achieve remarkable daily results but also demonstrate a steadfast commitment to patient-centred care infused with resilience and determination.
We ensure all our dental professionals adhere to the stringent standards set forth by the General Dental Council (GDC) under the “Standards for Dental Professionals,” guaranteeing the highest level of ethical and professional care.
Our approach is holistic and tailored, involving a comprehensive assessment of your goals, leading our experts to develop personalised treatment plans that align with your unique needs. This individualised care strategy supports not just your aesthetic transformation but also your long-term health and vitality.
Join us at “The Ivy Clinic” where we don’t just treat; we transform lives with meticulous care, profound expertise, and an unyielding dedication to excellence. Our mission is to Rejuvenate, Restore, and Renew at The Ivy: Where Dentistry and Wellness Come Together
Dillon Chan – Dentist
BDS, MFGDP
GDC No. 77491
Dillon qualified from Manchester University Dental School in the year 2000 and was awarded the Farrar Prize in dentistry as the best dentist in his year in the field of prosthetic dentistry. He has also been awarded the MDDUS prize for his research into mouthguards. Dillon is passionate about providing high standards of cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetic treatments. His gentle approach and high quality treatment means he has many loyal patients, including some television presenters and models. As a child, Dillon had aspirations to be a chef so in his spare time he enjoys testing new recipes on the rest of The Ivy Clinic team.
Dr Nik Ruggles
BDS
GDC No. 191906
Nik qualified from the University of Liverpool dental school in 2010 and spent two years working in community care, providing dentistry to patients with special needs, which can be seen in the kind and caring manner he treats his patients. He has also recently achieved the Diploma in Restorative Dentistry at the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Outside of dentistry Nik is an avid snowboarder, and recently qualified as an instructor. Off the slopes he likes baking bread and brewing his own beer. He also enjoys playing and recording a variety of musical instruments, occasionally performing at a local open mic night.
Dr Eamon O’Farrell
Bachelor Degree in Dentistry
GDC No. 299414
Dr Eamon O’Farrell graduated from University College Cork, Ireland in 2017 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Surgery. He went on to work in private practice in Dublin while obtaining a Diploma in Primary Care Dentistry from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. He then worked in Sydney, Australia before moving to the UK to carry out post-graduate training in implantology.
He is a fan of all sports and enjoys playing golf in his spare time.
Ms Tirtha Gurung
Hygienist
BSc (Hons) in Dental Hygiene University of Portsmouth 2023
GDC No. 279377
Tirtha started off as a trainee dental nurse at Hamilton Dental Care in 2017. She left Hamilton in 2020 to pursue bachelor’s in dental Hygiene from University of Portsmouth and graduated recently.
She has a passion for preventative oral health care and hence offers tailored advice and treatment to the patients based on evidence. With her empathic and kind nature, she likes to help calm down anxious patients and give an amazing dental experience to her patients.
Outside of work, she enjoys being fit and active, particularly through running and weightlifting in the gym. She is an avid runner and has a great interest in ultra-marathons. She has run London Marathon, Jungfrau Marathon, Ultra Trail Snowdonia 100k, Gurkha Welfare Trust 100k trail walk to name a few.
Terina Moran-Gentle
Podiatrist
BSc (Hons)
HPC No. CH13192
Terina qualified from the University of Westminster School of Podiatry in 1996. She has been practicing full time for the past 15 years taking a special interest in nail surgery but also undertakes routine care and orthotics. In her spare time Terina is a keen salsa dancer.
Kurt Moran
BSc (Hons) Podiatric medicine
HCPC registered CH13887
Member of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists
Kurt Graduated from the University of Westminster in 1998 and worked all over London in both NHS and private practices. One of his previous roles was working with the Chelsea Pensioners as the senior podiatrist. He has worked at The Ivy Clinic for over 17 years and thoroughly enjoys the camaraderie and experience. Outside work he enjoys films, travel and spending time with family and friends. He also has a passion for classic American cars.
Po-Yee Wong
Acupuncturist
British Acupuncture Council No. 952040
Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture No. FR044323
Po-Yee grew up in China and came to the UK in the late 60s. In the 70s she became a UK nurse and worked in hospitals before deciding to study Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at Chengdu University. She is fluent in English, Traditional and Simplified Chinese.
When not treating patients, she enjoys reading, translating ancient Chinese books and spending time with her family.