MEET THE TEAM
Dr Andrew Smales BDS – Innovate Dentist, Clinical Director and Practice Owner
After leaving the Army Dr Smales went on to work in general practice eventually taking over the Kea Dental Health Centre in 2007 which then became Innovate Dental Studio in 2011.
Dr Smales has a special interest in Implant dentistry as well as cosmetic treatments including facial aesthetics.
Outside of dentistry, Dr Smales is a very keen cyclist and enjoys running, he also has a young family.
Wide variety of treatments
- Implants
- Ceramic crown & bridge work
- Teeth whitening
- Sunflex dentures (flexible)
- Quick straight teeth
- Facial aesthetics using dermal fillers & Botox®
- Invisalign aligners
Dr Lisa Pearce BDS - Associate Dentist
GDC number 74317
Lisa graduated from the University of Bristol dental school in 1998 and since then has worked in general practice. She has a wide range of interests including periodontology, preventative dentistry, restorative dentistry – crown and bridgework, and enjoys treating children and nervous patients.
Dr Jamie Durrant-Fellows BDS - Associate Dentist
GDC number 212442
After a career in the Royal Navy and the Queen Alexandras Royal Naval Nursing Service, Jamie qualified as a Dentist as part of the inaugural cohort of the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry in 2011. Since leaving dental school and completing a rotation in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Jamie moved to General Practice.
Jamie splits his time between Innovate and a Harley Street Practice.
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Jamie is a family dentist and enjoys working with patients of all ages to achieve a healthy mouth.
Jamie’s main interest within dentistry is minimal invasive cosmetic dentistry where he has undertaken many postgraduate courses and has been taught by some of the UK’s leading cosmetic dentists and specialist orthodontists.
Jamie is also experienced in a multitude of non-surgical facial treatments which he also teaches to other Dental and Medical professionals for one of the UK’s leading training providers.
Outside of dentistry Jamie enjoys spending time with his two daughters and his motorbike!
Some of the services that Jamie offers at Innovate are:
- General health-centered dentistry
- Teeth straightening to all ages with fixed braces, lingual braces, and aligner treatments
- Cosmetic dentistry ranging from whitening to full smile makeovers
- A wide range of facial aesthetic treatments from general wrinkle relaxing and filling, treatment of cosmetic skin conditions and, more advanced treatments areas such as nose reshaping and under-eye treatments
Frankie Leigh RDH - Hygienist
Frankie is our dental hygienist and graduated from the University of Portsmouth with first class honours in 2022. Prior to qualifying as a dental hygienist Frankie was also a dental nurse for 8 years. Frankie has a passion for treating periodontal disease, allowing patients to enjoy a healthy smile.
In her spare time she enjoys swimming, and walking her dogs Barney and Jack.
Molly Claridge - Trainee Dental Nurse
Molly is a trainee dental nurse at Innovate she has always been interested in dental nursing, facial aesthetics & dental hygiene. Molly likes spending time with family & friends.
Dr Roy Kukreja - Consultant Anaesthetist
Roy qualified from King’s College London in June 2000. He undertook his post graduate training in anaesthesia through Wessex School of Anaesthesia. Following this, he worked as an attending physician at the University of Michigan, USA for 2 years prior to taking up his consultant position at University Hospital Southampton.
Roy provides anaesthesia and sedation for a wide variety of specialities. He focuses on providing high quality care.
Joanna Hope - Reception
Jo comes from a 20 year-long orthopedic clinical background, working in hospital settings, and holds a Diploma in Clinical Healthcare, but she is now keen to work in dentistry. She also has an interest in Psychology, mental health and learning disabilities.
In her spare time, she looks after her stepchildren, she likes going for cycle rides and woodland walks. She also loves playing board games and generally spending time as a family.
