About Us
About the Practice
Hello - Brucegate Dental Practice has been at its current site since the early 1970s, but most recently changed ownership in 2010. It has since undergone substantial modernisation, with all three ground floor surgeries being completely upgraded with new state of the art dental equipment. We have new separate decontamination room and digital X rays which can be viewed instantly from each surgery.
As well as high quality private dentistry, Brucegate Dental Practice has convenient appointment times to suit you, before and after work. It doesn't matter whether you need a routine consultation or a complete smile makeover, the dedicated and professional team at Brucegate will accommodate your needs.
The Practice is able to offer Denplan. This is a monthly payment plan to help make private dentistry more affordable.
Meet The Team
Our Dentist's
Dr Sarah Swales BDS
Dentist - GDC No: 71839 (UK)
Sarah Swales graduated from Newcastle University (UK) in 1996 and has worked in NHS and private practices in the North East, Leicestershire and London. She has particular interest in cosmetic dentistry and oral surgery and has undertaken extensive postgraduate studies in these fields.
She is a member of North East private Dentists Group and the Association of Dental Implantology UK. Sarah has owned the practice here in Berwick since October 2010 and lives in the area with her family.
In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and horse riding along the beach.
Dr Kim Kerr BDS
Dentist - GDC No: 85698 (UK)
Kim Kerr graduated from Newcastle University in 2005. She completed her vocational training near Falkirk and then moved to Berwick. Kim worked for NHS Borders for 9 years where she gained invaluable experience in managing a range of patients. Kim has a special interest in dental anxiety and used to provide sedation services in Coldstream.
She is particularly good at helping anxious patients, believing that good communication and a gentle touch are the key. Kim moved into general practice in 2015 and joined the team in 2022.
She provides a range of treatments, including airflow, whitening and crown and bridge work.
Outside of work Kim can be found walking in the hills with her husband and two children or trying to knit.
Dr Richard Lindsay BDS
Dentist - GDC No: 81032 (UK)
Richard graduated from the University of Dundee in 2002. He proudly served as a dentist in the British Army for 17 years and worked in the Scottish Borders for 5 years before joining us here in Brucegate. By forming a friendly and caring environment, Richard has quickly become renowned as a compassionate dentist who can quickly put patients at ease.
He has completed multiple postgraduate Diplomas and was an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons. Richard continually undertakes postgraduate education, attending advanced courses to ensure he delivers optimal care for his patients.
Richard has completed the ‘National 3 Peaks Walking Challenge’ and cycled Lands End – John O’Groats, helping raise thousands of pounds for charity. He also enjoys golfing, albeit badly!
Despite all of his accomplishments though, Richard believes his greatest achievement is having three beautiful daughters of whom he is infinitely proud.
Our Hygienist's
Lorraine Glasgow RDH
Hygienist - GDC No: 5606 (UK)
Lorraine qualified in 1999 from Edinburgh Dental Institute.
She has experience working in specialist prosthodontic, implant and paediatric practices in Manchester and London. Lorraine joined the practice in 2012 and her experience in implantology has been a great benefit to many of our patients. Most recently she has qualified in Philips In Surgery Zoom Whitening System and Facial Aesthetics including chemical skin peels, micro needling and radiofrequency.
Lorraine lives in the area with her family and enjoys long walks on the beach with her husband, young children and dogs.
Ruth Cooper RDH
Hygienist - GDC No: 2799 (UK)
Ruth has over 25 years of experience of working in the NHS and privately in general practice, after qualifying from Edinburgh in 1984.
She has also been the staff hygienist in the Head and Neck Oncology clinic in Newcastle Dental Hospital as well as teaching there.
Ruth lives with her family in Alnwick and enjoys travel and walking the hills with her dog.
Our Dental Nurse's & Reception Team
Jackie Manson RDN
Reception Manager - GDC No: 172353 (UK)
Jackie qualified as a Dental Nurse from Inverness in 2004 after completing an SVQ level 3 in oral healthcare.
She has most recently completed her level 3 BTEC Diploma in Business Administration, so now focuses more on the administration part of the dental practice.
Jackie lives over the border, after moving here with her husband and son from the highlands 7 years ago.
In her spare time she can be found practicing her casting on the River Tweed.
Tanya Clark RDN
Head Dental Nurse - GDC No: 263087 (UK)
Tanya became a member of the practice in 2014, earning her Dental Nurse qualification from the North East Chamber of Commerce in Newcastle, where she obtained a Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing in 2016.
Since then, she has furthered her education in oral surgery and implantology with Nobel Biocare. More recently, she completed a course in Dental Radiography through the BDA in 2017, followed by a Decontamination Lead course in 2020.
Tanya resides in the countryside with her husband and dogs. She enjoys traveling and is often found taking long walks, with the beach being her favorite destination.
Liann McLauchlan RDN
Dental Nurse/Oral Health Educator - GDC No: 267644 (UK)
Liann qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2016, after studying for her Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing at the North East Chamber of Commerce in Newcastle upon Tyne.
She continued her studies further qualifying as an Oral Health Educator in 2021 through the BDA and more recently completed Dental Radiography in 2023.
Liann lives in Berwick with her husband and little boy Charlie. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and enjoys walks along the beach and taking Charlie swimming.
Abbie Aitchison RDN
Dental Nurse - GDC No: 298298 (UK)
Abbie joined the team in 2024. She studied at Glasgow Mentor Centre where she achieved a level 7 SQA in Dental Nursing.
Since qualifying Abbie has furthered her education by completing the Child Smile Oral Health Programme, this is something she would like to develop more in as she loves working with children.
In her free time she enjoys travelling the world and spending time with friends.
Laura Cromarty
Dental Nurse - GDC No: (pending)
Laura became a member of the team in May 2022 and proudly achieved her Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing in October 2024.
With a wealth of experience in customer service, she enjoys meeting new people. Laura is eager to enhance her skills and is already exploring further education in Dental Radiography!
Residing in Berwick, she shares her home with her husband and two sons.
Abbie Romanis
Trainee Dental Nurse
Abbie joined the practice in May 2022.
She is looking forward to getting stuck into her studies to become a qualified Dental Nurse.
Abbie volunteers at her local Rainbows group where she loves teaching the kids all the fun crafts she enjoys doing herself, and is a regular at the gym.
Skye Maltman
Trainee Dental Nurse
Skye recently finished School leaving Eyemouth high in the summer she joined the practice in November 2022.
She is enjoying working at the practice and is looking forward to starting her Diploma in Dental Nursing.
In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her friends and family and outdoor walks with her dog.
Chloe Hossack
Trainee Dental Nurse
Chloe became part of the team in November 2024, bringing with her 11 years of experience in retail, which has equipped her with extensive customer knowledge. She is eager to begin her journey and is thrilled to start her dental course.
She enjoys spending her leisure time with her family, taking walks with her daughter Lilly and their dog Molly. Chloe has a passion for cruises and loves embarking on city getaways.
Amanda Ramos De Haro
Receptionist
Amanda became a part of the practice in 2023.
Hailing from Madrid, she relocated to Berwick at the age of 16 to improve her English skills. After spending some time in Germany, she ultimately returned to Berwick to settle down with her lovely family.
In her leisure time, Amanda cherishes moments spent with her family.