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Hygienist
Jenna Knighton
Jenna Knighton
Jenna graduated from the University of Sheffield in June 2019 as a Dental Hygienist and Therapist. Since, she has moved back to her hometown Bristol where she works as a Dental Hygienist on the days she isn’t working here at Black Swan.
Jenna loves helping patients maintain excellent oral health to support their general health and wellbeing, as well as helping patients feel happy and confident about their smile. Jenna is great at calming any nerves patients may initially have.
In her spare time she loves to travel, socialise with family and friends, and keep active which usually involves long walks with her dogs.
Jolene Hudson
Jolene Hudson
Jolene started her dental career as a dental nurse in 2007, she quickly realised her true passion was Dental Hygiene and returned to university for further study and training, and qualified as a Dental Hygienist from Bristol University in 2012.
Jolene enjoys providing individually tailored oral hygiene regimes for all her patients, who benefit from her enthusiasm, motivation and empathetic nature all delivered with a truly great communication style.
Outside of work she enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking her dog and dining out.
Holley Walters
Holley Walters
I’ve been in Dentistry since 2012, working as a Dental Nurse before qualifying as a Dental Hygienist at the University of Bristol, where I received the GSK prize for Excellent Ability in my Research Project. I’m passionate about helping patients to improve their oral health in a way that is practical and positive. I’ve got a special interest in implants after working as an implant nurse and carrying out my university research project in Dental Hygienists’ experiences of treating patients with implants.
In my spare time I enjoy walking my dog, spending time with family and friends and going to the theatre and cinema. My favourite films are the Lord of the Rings trilogy and my favourite musical is Mamma Mia. I’m an avid tea drinker (without sugar of course!) and I also take part in the motor sport Drag Racing, driving a red Ford Mustang!
Claire Handscomb
Claire Handscomb
Claire qualified in Dental Hygiene from the Eastman Dental Hospital in 2003 distinguishing herself by obtaining the Oral B Award for outstanding patient education and motivation.
As our longest serving hygienist her gentle and caring nature have ensured her a brilliant reputation with our patients. She is a dedicated professional who is always ready and willing go that extra mile.
With skills and experience that are recognized beyond the boundaries of the practice, Claire acts as an external examiner for the dental nurses national examinations.
With an outgoing friendly personality she gets on well with patients and fellow team members alike. Her free time is dedicated to her family, especially her 3 boys who keep her busy.