Dr Julia Shacklock B.Ch.D (Leeds)
Dr Julia Shacklock B.Ch.D
Julia qualified as a Dentist from Leeds Dental School (as it was called then) in 1991 and initially worked as a House Surgeon at Leeds Dental Institute (as it was subsequently renamed) for a year, gaining extra postgraduate experience on Oral Surgery, Periodontal treatment, treating dental emergencies and Paediatric (children’s) dentistry.
Prior to taking over the practice in Ayton in 1999 Julia worked as an associate dentist in Shipley West Yorkshire at Wellcroft Dental surgery for 6 years.
Since taking over the practice Julia has been appointed a Postgraduate trainer for newly qualified dentists on 6 occasions and has successfully trained the subsequent candidates.
In her time at the practice she has overseen many improvements including implementing training programmes for the dentists, and nurses at the practice, extending the practice to it’s current 3 surgeries, and becoming recognised by the ‘Investors in People’ programme.
Julia has a broad spread of dental experience and currently sees all her patients privately, or on the well-recognised ‘Denplan’ scheme.
Dr Michael Shacklock B.Ch.D (Leeds)
Dr Michael Shacklock B.Ch.D
Mike, (Julia’s husband) qualified as a Dentist from Leeds Dental School in 1991 and went straight into general practice in Bradford where he picked up much experience, and started with a special interest in Prosthetics (making dentures), and treating the elderly & infirm at home.
After a spell also working as an associate dentist in Halifax he took a break from dental practice to work in the commercial dental industry, working briefly as a training/technical consultant for an international dental materials company & moving on to work with a leading UK dental software company for several years.
Shortly after Julia took over the practice in 1999 Mike was enticed back into general practice, picking up where he left off with his special interest in Prosthetics (dentures) and home visits. (Please note we no longer provide home visit services)
In 2001 he also completed the regional postgraduate training course in ‘Fixed Orthodontics’, whilst working at the practice and Scarborough hospital straightening teeth. He continued in the hospital post for 6 years until recently.
Mike is going to be taking a break from clinical practice in the immediate future to pursue other aspects of the business, and his other interests. His patients will be transferred to Helen Evans.
Dr Victoria Bean B.Ch.D (Leeds)
Dr Victoria Bean B.Ch.D
Vicki qualified as a Dentist from Leeds Dental School (currently known as Leeds Dental Institute) in 1998, and initially worked in a general practice in Driffield for 3 years.
She then moved into the Community Dental service serving Bridlington & Driffield for 6years, where she gained significant experience in the dental treatment of patients with special needs, and dental phobias (both adults & children).
Vicki joined the practice in 2008 bringing her skills back to general practice for the benefit of the families in the area.
Vicki currently sees her patients on Denplan & privately.
Dr Helen Enans BDS (Newcastle)
Dr Helen Evans BDS
Helen joined the team at the practice in 2011 taking over Mikes patients initially.
She qualified as a dentist in Newcastle in 2007, moving to practice in Scarborough straight after.
She works with us 2 days a week seeing patients on Denplan & privately. Helen provides all aspects of general family dentistry.
Helen also works 3 days a week at another practice in Scarborough.
Janet Madders C of M Dental Auxiliary
Mrs Janet Madders C of M Dental Auxiliary
Janet qualified as a Dental Auxiliary (as Dental Therapists were called then) from New Cross Hospital in London in 1974, and she worked for the MOD thereafter. Janet then went on to further training at Cardiff University hospital in Dental Therapy in 1999 (after having a family), with further training in 2001 at Ipswich Hospital.
Janet has constantly updated her training attending many postgraduate courses at the Eastman Dental Institute.
She has significant experience in general conservative dentistry (fillings), the treatment of periodontal disease (gum disease), and the treatment of children. She joined our practice team in 2008.
Janet is also qualified in Smoking Cessation advice which she provides for patients, and also Reflexology, Massage & Aromatherapy, and Indian head massage, although currently she does not yet provide these services for our patients at the practice.
Holly Lemke
BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy
Holly Lemke BSc (Hons) Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy
Holly originally qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2004 prior to graduating as a fully fledged Dental Therapist in 2021.
She has worked for several Scarborough dental practices over her career, & whilst still working locally undertook her Dental Therapy course at Teesside University.
Holly is skilled at treating complex periodontal disease & basic restorative work for children & adults.
Holly has joined our team to work alongside our dentists to provide patients with excellent all round dental care.
Our Reception & Nursing team
Our current team has decades of caring experience and are fully qualified to help both you & our dentists throughout your dental journey at the practice.
Looking from bottom left clockwise they are, Gill, Claire, Emma, Leanne & Sam
