6 Nessbank, Inverness, IV2 4SF (01463) 236295 [email protected]

All our Staff

Ness Bank Dental Practice provides patients with high quality service.

Our Dentists

Our dentists and staff are trained to the highest standards and participate in ongoing training.

Dr Hazel Adamson

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Dr Hazel Adamson qualified from Glasgow in 2008. Having completed her first post graduate year in Aviemore, she then moved to Inverness in 2009, and bar a short hiatus to experience working in New Zealand for a year in 2011 has been here ever since. She is the most recent to join the practice, becoming a partner in 2019.

Dr Jonathan Rosie

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Dr Jonathan Rosie graduated from Glasgow University in 2002. A native of Ross-shire, he completed his formal training in Aboyne and has worked in the Inverness area for several years. He became a partner in Ness Bank Dental Practice early in 2010.

Dr Duncan Mcsporran

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Dr Duncan McSporran graduated from Glasgow Dental Hospital in 2006 and also in 2012 where he completed an additional postgraduate Masters degree. Since graduating he has worked in the Highlands and has developed interests in areas of dentistry which include Orthodontics. He joined the practice as a partner in 2016.

Our Hygienists

Patient safety is of paramount importance to us, and we ensure that all cross infection control measures are implemented.

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Shonagh Morrison

Dental Hygienist – GDC #4004

Shonagh qualified as an Enrolled Dental Hygienist from Newcastle upon Tyne Dental Hospital in 1990. After qualification she worked in General Practice in Manchester for 3 years. Shonagh joined Ness Bank in 1996 and has completed extended duties qualifications, she also holds her NVQ Dental Nurse Assessor qualification and remains up to date with current procedures and treatment by attending CPD training on a regular basis.

Kelly Patience

Dental Hygienist – GDC #136133

Kelly joined the practice in September 2019.  First registering as a Dental Nurse in 2008 Kelly then developed her skills and trained as a Dental Hygienist/Therapist at the University of the Highlands and Islands, qualifying in 2013. Since joining the practice she has built a great relationship with all the patients she treats.  Kelly had worked with us before, helping out with maternity cover, so we are absolutely delighted to have her permanently in the Ness Bank team.

Our Nurses

As well as general dentistry and cosmetic services, we are now delighted to announce the introduction of our Nessthetics programme of facial rejuvenation therapies.

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Fiona Kennedy

Dental Nurse Manager

Fiona Kennedy has worked at Ness Bank since 1998.  A popular dental nurse with both staff and patients Fiona’s role as DENTAL NURSE MANAGER is to ensure that all aspects of infection control are monitored and maintained to comply with current legislation. Fiona is a qualified Dental Radiographer and an Assessor for the SVQ in Dental Nursing run by the local Primary Care Trust and she is also responsible for mentoring our new trainee nurses.

Nicola Watson

Practice Manager/Dental Nurse

Nicola, who was born and brought up in Inverness, qualified as a Dental Nurse at Edinburgh Telford College earlier in 2015.  She returned to Inverness to work and she does part time hours at the practice in both surgery and assisting in administration.  A committed and well respected member of the team Nicola has been with us for several years and in March 2024 took over the Practice Manager role when our previous manager retired after 23 years at Ness Bank.

Colleen Hossack

Dental Nurse

Colleen joined Ness Bank in March 2017.  She underwent intense training at the practice as well as attending college at the Centre for Health Science in Inverness.  Colleen gained her formal Dental Nursing qualification in December 2018.  She is a highly respected member of the Ness Bank team.

Linsey Macmillan

Dental Nurse

Linsey joined us in August 2017 and arrived at Ness Bank with many years of dental nurse experience. Linsey has fitted very well into the team at the practice and has a reassuring professional approach  .  A very talented baker she provides the team with celebrations cakes and goodies regularly.

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Dana Scott

Dental Nurse

Dana Scott joined the practice as a full time dental nurse in March 2021 having taken some time out from her nursing to travel.  Now more settled back home in the Highlands we are delighted that Dana has chosen Ness Bank and she is a joy to have on board.

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Molly Bruce

Dental Nurse

Molly Bruce joined Ness Bank in June 2023.  Molly came to us having nearly completed her dental nurse training and was delighted to have gained her qualification in February of 2024.  A lovely asset to the team we are delighted Molly chose Ness Bank.

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Jodie Buchanan

Dental Nurse

Jodie first qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2009 having nursed in several practices locally. She brings a wealth of experience to Ness Bank Dental Practice. In Jodie’s free time, she enjoys walks with her new puppy, and is being encouraged by colleagues to train and enter for this years Race for Life.

Administration Staff

Our aim is to provide you and your family with the dental treatment you require in a pleasant, helpful and friendly atmosphere.

Jemima Macleod

The Receptionist

Jemima MacLeod has been with the practice for many years, amassing vast experience within the dental reception environment

Helen Barron

(retired March 2024) Practice Manager

Our Practice Manager, Helen Barron, has worked at Ness Bank since 2001 taking over as Manager in 2010. She is a graduate of Dundee College of Education and is one of the first managers in Scotland to complete the SVQ in Dental Practice Management.

Our Practice Manager, Helen Barron, has worked at Ness Bank since 2001 taking over as Manager in 2010. She is a graduate of Dundee College of Education and is one of the first managers in Scotland to complete the SVQ in Dental Practice Management.

Helen Retired in March 2024 after 23 very happy years at Ness Bank.