
Michael qualified from Leeds University in 1999, having being awarded the prize in Clinical Dentistry. Michael joined the practice as an associate in 2008. He has completed year-long courses in advanced restorative dentistry and dental implants and enjoys all aspects of dental care.
Michael Spong, BChD
PRINCIPAL DENTIST AND DIRECTOR

Karen qualified from Leeds University in 1999 and has worked in the North Yorkshire area ever since. Karen joined the practice in 2012 after 7 years in private practice. Karen has completed a year-long restorative course and is also trained in the provision of anti-snoring appliances.
Karen Spong, BChD
DENTIST AND DIRECTOR

Phil qualified as a dentist from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne in 2007. He spent 10 years working in private practice in Australia before moving back to the UK in 2019. He has wide experience in all general dentistry as well as being an Invisalign provider. He is particularly interested in implant dentistry and has attained a Certificate in Implantology from the British Academy of Implant Restorative Dentists as well as a Diploma from the University of San Raffaele, Milan.
Phil Woods BDS
Associate Dentist

Dan joined the Coppice View team in 2014 and brings over 20 years of experience in all aspects of care. He has a particular interest in minimally invasive aesthetic dentistry and orthodontic systems such as Six-Month-Smiles and Inman aligner.
Daniel Jackson, BChD
Associate Dentist

Jill qualified from Leeds University with a Bachelor’s degree in Oral Sciences and a Master’s in Dental Surgery. Graduating with Distinction, she went on to work in several busy practices across the North East, gaining experience in all aspects of dentistry. She is currently completing a year-long course in Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry.
Outside of work, Jill enjoys cycling, running and travelling, and she has a keen interest in photography.
Jill Dickinson, MchD, BchD, BSc

Amy Hardisty, DipDHT
Dental Therapist

Lisa Highley, DipDH
Dental Hygienist

Shashika Wijerathne
Dental Hygienist

Gillian Brady
Dental Nurse

Marie Cumbers
Dental Nurse

Dawn Rea
Dental Nurse

Jessica Pinkney
Trainee Dental Nurse

Amy Celik
Dental Nurse

Rachel Lachmann
Dental Nurse

Donna Armitage
Receptionist

Victoria Foster
Business Manager
Team qualifications and General Dental Council registration details
Name
GDC No.
Michael Spong, BChD
76027
Karen Spong, BChD
76018
Daniel Jackson, BChD
68955
Phil Woods BDS
113993
Amy Hardisty DipDHT
137191
Gillian Brady
179796
Marie Cumbers
198208
Dawn Rea
188984
Amy Celik
286661
Rachel Lachmann
292163
Lisa Highley DipDH
5680
Shashika Wijerathne
321726
Emily Jill Dickinson MchD, BchD, BSc
302268