BDS, MFDS RCSEd, MClinDent (Periodontology)
Dr Joel Thomas
Specialist Periodontist (GDC No: 228636)
Joel graduated from the University of Bristol in 2012. Upon qualifying he worked as a general dentist in Worcestershire whereupon he became a member of the Royal
College of Surgeons, gaining his MFDS post graduate qualification. He particularly enjoyed the surgical aspects of dentistry, advancing these skills in a hospital environment by spending two years working in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Departments in Worcester and Bristol.
He was accepted into Periodontal Specialist training (MClinDent) at Guy’s Hospital in 2015, where he spent 4 years training, whilst working in private practices around London. During this time he also taught undergraduate students in the Periodontal Department at Guy’s Hospital. Joel has published articles in national and international journals as well as presenting his work at national conferences.
Joel’s specialism focuses on improving his patient’s gum health in order to prolong the life of their teeth and dental implants which may be affected by gum disease. His services also include bone and soft tissue grafting, including aesthetic gum surgery. He has an extremely empathetic and caring manner towards patients.
Joel is well travelled and enjoys keeping fit. He is an ex-international waterpolo player and still loves his time in the swimming pool.