Our Team

Fiona Davidson

Fiona Davidson qualified in 1986 from the Royal London Hospital. She took over and upgraded the practice at 4 Glasgow Road in 2007. Fiona has an interest in cosmetic dentistry and all aspects of general dental care.

She is passionate about sport - especially rugby - and has been the official dentist to the Scotland rugby team since 2007. She is also involved in co-ordinating dental provision at the 2012 Olympic Games.

Fiona is married with 3 teenage children and a Springer spaniel.

Lisa Waters

Lisa has been a qualified dental nurse for over seven years and has become a fundamental part of the Smile Plus Dental Care team. Lisa works as a dental nurse at the practice and has been functioning in this vocation for the past seven years. She enjoys working with Fiona and the rest of the Smile Plus Dental Care team, in what is a friendly and modern dental practice.

An efficient and caring dental team can make the difference between good results and excellent results, which is why the practice is delighted to have people of Lisa's calibre at the practice. Every day is different at the practice but Lisa and the team are always on hand to handle every patient's needs.

Lisa lives in Peebles with her family and two dogs and loves nothing more than spending her free time in the great outdoors.

Assunta Santagata

Assunta Santagata undertook her education at Edinburgh Dental School and attained her qualification in 1994. She has been a prominent figure at Smile Plus Dental Care since leading dentist, Fiona took over the practice in 2007.

Assunta works as part of the attentive and caring dental hygienist team at the practice, always readily available to help patients improve their oral health and ward off any dental health problems.

She gets on well with patients and the Smile Plus Dental Care team. She forms an essential part of the client-focused ethos at the practice.

In her spare time Assunta enjoys photography, listening to music and eating some of the finest cuisines from around the world. She also has two young children to keep her busy and alert.

Jackie Cree

Jackie Cree is Smile Plus Dental Care's Patient Care Manager and has been part and parcel of the practice for over 23 years. She was here with the previous owners and is now happy to be working closely with leading dentist, Fiona.

At Smile Plus Dental Care, Jackie plays an active role in ensuring that all clients enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay at the practice. As with the rest of the team at the practice Jackie will always take time out to make sure each and every patient is completely happy and content with their treatment results.

The thing Jackie likes most about her role is the chance to chat with patients and make them feel at ease.

Outside of work Jackie likes to keep fit and search the high street for designer bargains.

Rachael Laidlaw

Rachael Laidlaw has been a qualified dental nurse for over 4 years, having qualified in May 2007 and joins Lisa Waters to form the Smile Plus Dental Care nursing team. She enjoys spending time with her fellow colleagues and patients, establishing long-lasting and caring relationships.

As well as enjoying the results that come from successful treatments, Rachael also enjoys interacting with patients during their stay to help make them feel comfortable and at ease. Patients will always be greeted with a friendly and approachable team, of which Rachael forms a fundamental part.

When Rachael is not working at Smile Plus Dental Care she enjoys playing hockey at Boroughmuir Ladies Hockey Club. She also enjoys watching rugby and most other sports and spending times with her friends and family.

Paulina Ciecielag

Paulina works as a Dental Technician at Smile Plus Dental Care, where she makes the practice's sports mouth guards, whitening trays and study models.

It's especially important to protect your teeth during physical sports. At Smile Plus Dental Care, Paulina creates our sports mouth guards in-house so you can be assured that you are receiving the highest of quality.

Paulina lives with her fiancé and daughter Susan. In her spare time she enjoys going to the cinema and watching rugby.

Elaine Armstrong

Elaine Armstrong gained her dental hygienist qualifications in 1980 and then furthered her studies, gaining a teaching certificate in 1983. She has been with Smile Plus Dental Care since April 2007.

Elaine works with her two fellow hygienists to provide excellent standards of dental health for each and every patient. A dental hygienist can prevent the development of several oral health diseases, including gum disease and tooth decay. Many patients will already maintain a good level of dental hygiene, but the extra boost a hygienist clean can provide could vastly improve and enhance your overall oral health.

Elaine is married with 3 children and her hobbies include running, keeping fit, socialising with friends and sunshine holidays.

Linda Forsyth

Linda Forsyth is part of the Smile Plus Dental Care hygienist team, caring for the health and wellbeing of every client's teeth and smile. Linda qualified in 1998 and has gone on to provide patients at Smile Plus Dental Care with an exemplary level of dental treatment.

A deep clean from a dental hygienist can renew the general health of your teeth and mouth and prevent problems, such as gum disease and tooth loss. A thorough cleaning can also rejuvenate your smile, removing stains and discolouration for beautiful, gleaming results.

In her spare time Linda loves spending time with family and friends, enjoying good food, travelling and various outdoor pursuits.

John Clydesdale BDS (Belf.) MJDF RCSEng MFDS RCSEd

Graduated from Queens University of Belfast, with a BDS and a distinction in the practice of dentistry in 2001. John then moved to Edinburgh to continue his career.

Over the years John has passed the required examinations and coursework to become a member of the joint dental faculties of the Royal College of Surgeons of England as well as a member of the faculty of dental surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Clinical interests for John include crown and bridgework, smile design and implantology. John is currently attending the world renowned Royal College of Surgeons of England implant diploma course.

John is married with 1 daughter and a spaniel and loves to watch Rugby..

Louise Nicol

Louise Nicol is Smile Plus Dental Care's Implant Nurse/Coordinator, providing care and treatment for the placement of dental implants. Louise's role finds her working throughout the practice, assisting surgeons and dental clinicians, as well as ensuring the smooth running of the clinic.

Louise has been a dental nurse for the last 21 years, gaining full qualifications in 1994. Louise then continued her dental education, attending numerous training course and in 2009 studied and qualified with a Radiography qualification.

Out of work Louise enjoys spending her time at the gym and has also acquired a keen interest in Rugby since working at the practice. She now attends most of the Edinburgh and Scotland Home matches. She also loves to spend time with her family and friends.