Dr. Colm O'Donovan

Dentist

B.D.S. (N.U.I.) Dip Clin Dent

After graduating from University College Cork in 1989 Colm moved to the UK where he worked for 8 years gaining valuable experience in clinical dentistry. On returning to Ireland in 1996 heinitially worked as an associate in Dublin city centre before setting up a dental practice in Glasthule.

Professional development is very important to Colm because of his passion for dentistry. In 2002 he completed a 2 year diploma in Clinical Dentistry in Trinity College Dublin and subsequentlycompleted a 2 year course in Manchester and Dublin run by one of the UK's leading experts in dental prosthetics, Dr Paul Tipton. He finished top of his class in October 2010.Since then he is constantly attending various courses in order to keep up to date with advances in modern dentistry.

A patient focused approach in anattentive and caring environment is a core ethos of his practice. It is a firm belief of his that everyone who sits in his chair be given the time they need to understand their treatment plan and to feel at ease.

Finally to give you a little insight into his personal life he is a married fatherof four children with a passion for all kinds of sport. In his younger days he was a reasonable gaelic player and continues now as a keen supporter of Cork gaelic and hurling. When time allows he relaxes by playing a round of golf.

Aine O'Herlihy Dentist

Aine O'Herlihy

Dentist

B.D.S. (N.U.I.) Hons

Aine comes to Dental Solutions having completed her Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) degree in UCC in 2013. Following this Aine moved to the UK where she gained invaluable experience. While working in the UK Aine’s focus on her professional development led her to complete her Diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery. Aine has a keen interest in endodontics and this adds a further dimension to the services offered by Dental Solutions.

Additionally Aine is interested in facial aesthetics and has trained in the administration of Botulinum Toxin and Dermal fillers. This is now an added service which patients of Dental Solutions can avail of.

Aine is not only a highly accomplished dentist but she also has a gentle and caring manner, this combination is invaluable in helping patients feel relaxed and comfortable in the dental chair.


Dr. Sharon Murphy

Dentist
B.D.S. (N.U.I.) Hons

Dr Sharon Murphy has over 25 years of experience in General Dentistry in the UK and Ireland. Sharon qualified with an honours degree from University College Cork. Whilst in college , she was the recipient of numerous college scolarships. Following her Final Dental Examination, she was awarded the O’Neill Gold medal for Restorative Dentistry and the Johnson & Johnson prize for Orthodontics. Sharon moved to the UK, following graduation, where she gained invaluable experience working as a dentist in a family practice in Chelmsford, in the Orthodontics Department at Southend Hospital, and as a corporate Dental Practitioner for King’s College London, Ernst and Young, Anderson Consulting, Arthur Anderson and Sainsbury’s HQ and in a surgery in Canary Wharf.

Since returning to Ireland in 2005, Sharon has focused on family dentistry, providing general dental care to patients in South County Dublin. She has also worked alongside specialists in The Northumberland Institute of Dental Medicine. Sharon received a Certificate in Cosmetic Dentistry from Advanced Dental Seminars in 2005, and continues to take part in Continuing Professional Development to enhance her skills.


Anita Donnelly

Dental Hygienist
RDH, BSc

Anita has over 14 years experience in the dental profession beginning as a dental nurse. Having qualified as a dental hygienist from the Dublin Dental School in Trinity College Anita has been working in both general and specialist practices where she has gained invaluable experience in supporting patients with periodontal disease.

Anita has a gentle manner and is an excellent communicator helping build the confidence of those she treats, while working closely with all the dentists in Dental Solutions to ensure the best outcome for all patients in managing their oral health and preventing dental disease progression.


Wenda Thomas

Dental Hygienist

Wenda is a highly skilled dental hygienist with 30 years experience in the dental profession. Wenda has a broad range of experience in a wide variety of dental settings including the Dublin Dental University Hospital, St James Hospital, NHS practice in the UK and private practice both in Dublin and London.

Wenda’s particular area of expertise is the treatment of patients with cancer of the head and neck, cleft palates, along with both routine and complex periodontal problems. She is currently involved in clinical supervision for the final year undergraduate Dental Hygiene Students as well as pre-clinical and clinical teaching for the Orthodontic Therapy students.

In the Dublin Dental University Hospital Wenda is passionate about disease prevention. She delivers care with a friendly and compassionate demeanour. Wenda strives to ensure every patient feels at ease and comfortable in her care.

She enjoys learning and attending seminars and CPD events regularly to up-skill in any new research knowledge or practice techniques. She is currently studying a post graduate course in positive oral health and life style medicine.

The following are the treatments available with Anita & Wenda:


Ashling Ward

Dental Nurse


Carolina Toupa

Dental Nurse


Stephanie Griffin

Dental Nurse


Marriam Oluwa

Dental Nurse


Aideen Walshe

Practice Manager