Biddy originally qualified as a dental nurse in 1977, and also obtained certificates in Oral Health Education and Dental Radiography before becoming a Practice Manager. She qualified as a dental hygienist at Kings College in 1996, winning first prize for her project work on the course. Biddy keeps up to date by attending courses, and has obtained her certificate in Extended Duties for Dental Hygienists, allowing her to also carry out temporary dressings, crown recementation, local anaesthetics, and taking impressions. Biddy joined Dr Lynch’s team in 2000, and continues to enjoy being able to play a part in maintaining and improving her patients’ dental health.

Allison’s career in dentistry started in 1982 when she qualified as a dental nurse from Guy’s Hospital, and then as a hygienist from Kings College in 1987. She regularly attends courses to keep up to date, and recently completed a course to extend her duties, which includes being able to give local anaesthetics. She has been working with the team at Dr Lynch’s practice since 2005, and lives locally with her two children. She enjoys Pilates, dancing, and the theatre.