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Linda Bromage 
Linda Bromage BSc (Hons) Clinical Hypnosis, Adv.Dip CHyp, CBH is a registered dental hygienist, educator, and clinical hypnotherapist with a special interest in the neurophysiology of stress and communication in dentistry. She has a first class honours degree in clinical hypnosis. Her research and teaching explore how self-regulation, language, and clinical presence influence both patient experience and practitioner wellbeing. She is writing a book, The Dental Reset: A Practical Guide to Neural Regulation in Dentistry, which integrates neuroscience and clinical practice to promote sustainable, resilient performance in dental care. Linda has written in BDJ Team about finding meaning and balance in the modern world of dental hygiene (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41407-025-3158-9). Her experience with hypnosis facilitated a patient achieving the extraction of a molar with only hypnosis as the suggested anaesthetic; Linda’s account of this procedure is published in the March 2026 issue of BDJ Team.

Alison Brown 
Alison Brown MSc, BSc. Dip. Dental Hygiene, AFHEA is an award-winning dental hygienist living in Cornwall. She currently works in private practice and as a clinical supervisor at Peninsula Dental School. She is a GDC Education associate and an Honorary Ambassador for the Mouth Cancer Foundation. Alison says: ‘I have a passion for education and research. I gained my MSc at the Eastman institute, UCL in Dental Hygiene in 2023. I was recommended for the Dean’s research prize. ‘I also have an interest in behaviour change, not only that of patients, but ours, as professionals. I am currently looking at the barriers that prevent us from discussing oral cancer and how to approach patients about this subject. I have spoken about this subject at the Oral Health Conference in the UK.’ Alison is a member of the British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy (BSDHT) and is part of the BSDHT working group promoting and offering mentoring and coaching for members of the BSDHT. She is also part of the BSDHT Education group.

Harriet Buley-Snell 
Harriet Buley-Snell BSc (Hons), Dip. Education & Training, Dip. Dental Hygiene, Cert HE Dental Nursing is a dental hygienist based in the Cotswolds. She currently works in a general dental practice and is the Regional Oral Health and Dental Care Professional Development Lead for NHS England South West Workforce Training & Education.Harriet began her career in dentistry by studying to be a dental nurse at the University of Portsmouth in 2011. After qualifying, she worked in a forward-thinking NHS general dental practice where she was supported by the practice owner to study Dental Hygiene at the University of Bristol, qualifying in 2016. Whilst studying, Harriet particularly enjoyed placements in the intensive care unit and stroke ward of the local hospital, and also in care homes around the region. Here she developed a passion for including mouth care as part of person focused care and a special interest in mouth care as part of end-of-life care.
After stints working in private practice and for the Ministry of Defence, Harriet took up a position with Health Education England, delivering clinical mouth care training in acute hospitals and care homes. This role developed and she went on to lead the South West Mouth Care Matters team. She continues to develop her interest in oral health as part of general health in her current role for NHS England where she works closely with Dental Public Health teams and Local Authorities to develop training programmes in oral health for the wider health and social care team. Having been so well supported by various mentors throughout her career, Harriet relishes the opportunity to support other dental care professionals to develop their career and understands the challenges that can arise from this.

Jade Campbell 
Jade Campbell is a dental hygienist and therapist who is currently in her final year of studying for an MSc in Advanced Periodontal Practice at the University of Essex. Jade has extensive experience working across NHS and private dentistry, as well as with the Royal Navy, and has previously worked as a Clinical Supervisor at the University of Plymouth. Jade has a particular interest in periodontitis and runs the Cornwall Dental Reading Group, where members regularly review dental journals, articles and books. Jade is passionate about promoting evidence-based periodontal management and high standards of patient care.

Fiona Ellwood 
Fiona Ellwood Doctoral Researcher, MEd L.M, PG Cert HF, PG Cert PH, PG Cert MDent, BA (Hons) Ed S, PGCE is the Executive Director and Emeritus Chair of the Society of British Dental Nurses (SBDN) and the Acting Chair of The National Oral Health Group. She acts as a key opinion leader and is an advisor for oral health education and preventative programmes across the dental arena, as well as infection control and professional practice. She has been an examiner for NEBDN and writes prolifically, including articles for BDJ Team.
Fiona is a trained mentor, the founder of ‘Dental Mentoring Network’ and a member of Dental Mentors UK. She is an External Examiner in the UK and in Ireland and a GDC Education Associate and Registration Panel Member. She holds an MSc PG Cert in Human Factors for Patient Safety and leads the Human Factors in Dentistry Group. During the pandemic Fiona was a driving force behind Mental Health Wellness in Dentistry and is Co-Chair of the Mental Health Wellness in Dentistry Group. She is a p/t Academic Lead and Moderator for Dental Nursing at Bangor University Bangor.

Paula Ennis  
Paula Ennis is a qualified dental nurse and oral health educator. She has worked in a busy, family-run practice for 36 years. She featured in BDJ Team in 2017: https://www.nature.com/articles/bdjteam2017153. Paula is married to Mark and has two children, Hollie, 27 and Thomas, 21, and a very spoilt cocker Spaniel called Molly. Paula really enjoys her job, especially the interaction with the patients, making sure their visit is comfortable and as stress-free as possible. She also enjoys encouraging and educating patients on how they can improve and maintain a healthy smile and good oral health. We look forward to hearing more from Paula.

Cheryl Goodenough 
Cheryl Goodenough is the Health and Wellness Advisor for the Society of British Dental Nurses and Dental Nurse/Treatment Coordinator in general practice in Gloucestershire. Cheryl has 25 years of experience in many areas of the dental nursing profession and holds post qualifications in dental radiography, oral health education, fluoride application, treatment coordination, and mental health at work first aid. Cheryl has a passion for running ultra marathons and has raised funds for many charities close to her heart. Throughout her years in the dental industry, and a four-year career in entertainment, Cheryl has seen firsthand how vital it is to prioritise our health and wellbeing in and out of working life. As a Health and Wellness advocate, her goal is to help and inspire fellow dental professionals to focus on their health and wellbeing, including through writing for BDJ Team.

Hannah Lambourn 
Hannah Lambourn is a registered dental professional with over 12 years’ experience in clinical practice and dental compliance. She has previously been involved in supporting and educating oral healthcare teams across the UK and volunteers with the ambulance service. Her professional interests include patient safety and improving consistency in medical emergency preparedness within dentistry. Hannah has written for BDJ Team on rethinking medical emergency training standards in dentistry: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41407-026-3221-1.

 

Siobhán Kelleher 
Siobhán Kelleher is a multi-award-winning dental care professional and an opinion leader and clinical support specialist with several leading dental companies. She presents nationally and internationally in the dental world and regularly contributes articles to industry-leading publications. She is the Founder, Clinical and Project lead for the NSK Ikigai Oral Hygiene Program, a TePe Education team lecturer and her company Siobhan Kelleher Education Ltd is an accredited postgraduate course provider. Siobhán wrote about oral hygiene education in July 2025 for BDJ Team and was interviewed in November 2023 (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41407-023-2025-9). Siobhán recently travelled to Tanzania on a volunteering trip and is going to report back for our readers.

Jessica Patel 
Jessica Patel is a Community Dental Officer and will soon be commencing her role as a Senior Dental Officer. She has extensive experience treating special care and paediatric patients and delivers inhalation sedation as well as intravenous sedation, supported by a postgraduate certification in IV sedation. Jessica also holds a postgraduate certificate in Dental Education and is passionate about teaching and supporting dental teams. She is a trained Mental Health First Aider and is particularly interested in advocacy – both for her patients and for the wider dental profession. Her goal is to promote inclusive, compassionate care while championing the wellbeing and development of dental professionals. Jessica wrote ‘Morale in the margins: Why supporting the community dental workforce matters now more than ever’ for BDJ Team in January 2026 (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41407-026-3185-1).

Rebecca Silver 
Rebecca Silver FdSc MSc RDN is a multi-award-winning dental nurse. She has worked within the NHS and private dentistry and has worked with numerous dental specialists. She has obtained post-qualification certificates in Oral Health Education and Conscious Sedation and an MSc in Advanced and Specialist Healthcare (Applied Dental Professional Practice). Rebecca has written a wide range of thought-provoking articles for BDJ Team.

 

Angela Streeting 
Angela Streeting is a dental nurse and oral health educator working for the Ministry of Defence (MOD) in Gibraltar, running monthly oral health campaigns for service personnel and their families. After 30 years in dentistry, Angela has worked in many different settings including the NHS, private, community dentistry and now for the Military as a civilian. She is passionate about oral education, dental nurse education and mentoring, sustainability in dentistry, the mouth-body connection, and how dental care professionals play a part in smoking cessation. Angela holds a number of post qualifications, runs her own weekly oral health clinics and smoking cessation clinics, and is heavily involved in the supervised brushing and fluoride programme in Gibraltar. She wrote ‘Protecting the smiles of our Armed Forces’ for BDJ Team in July 2025: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41407-025-3066-z.