Our Team

Meet our team of friendly Bristol dentists that are dedicated to caring for the oral health of all patients and their families.

Massimo Giovarruscio GDC: 101522

DIP DENT ROMA, Specialist Endodontist

Dr Massimo Giovarruscio is a GDC accredited specialist endodontist. He has over 20 years of dental experience in restorative dentistry, endodontics and aesthetic dentistry. In addition to his clinical work he teaches endodontics at King’s College London Dental Institute and at Delta Dental Academy in Bristol.
As an active member of the European Society of Endodontology and Italian Society of Endodontics he lectures around the world and also he has published many articles in international journals as well as manuals and endodontic book’s chapters. Massimo is recognised as an opinion leader in the field of endodontics for his exceptional talent, professionalism and innovative approach.

Kenneth Lawty GDC: 302632

BDS (PLYMOUTH) 2022

Kenneth was born in Kent and was educated in Hong Kong, UK and the USA. He served 9 years in the Regular British Army and a further 8 years with the Army reserves as a Combat Medical Technician and Pharmacy Technician within the Royal Army Medical Corp, reaching the rank of Sergeant Major. He has served in the UK and overseas in Germany, Kenya and Afghanistan. He was sponsored to complete his dental training and qualified from Plymouth University in 2022. After completing his foundation training in the NHS and moving into private practice, he commissioned at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst obtaining the rank of Captain within the Royal Army Dental Corp.

Ken has a very personable approach to dentistry, striving to communicate comprehensively with patients and building trusting relationships. He has a conservative and minimally invasive approach to dentistry with an interest in endodontics (Root Canal Treatment).

Joana Vaz Veiga GDC: 291458

LMD Instituto Universitario De Ciencias De Saude 2019

Originally from the picturesque town of Valença do Minho in northern Portugal, Joana earned her dental degree from the Faculty of Dental Medicine at Universidade Católica Portuguesa. After gaining experience practicing in Portugal, she moved to Bristol, inspired by her love for art, especially music. Known for her kindness and reassuring approach, Joana has a natural ability to put anxious patients at ease. As a general dentist, Joana has explored all areas of dentistry and developed a particular passion for restorative and aesthetic treatments. In 2025, she is furthering this expertise by pursuing a master’s degree in Aesthetic Dentistry at King’s College London. Committed to creating beautiful, confident smiles, Joana ensures every patient feels comfortable and cared for in a welcoming environment.

Jose Hervas GDC: 153091

Dental Hygienist

Jose qualified from Valencia Dental School in 1995
He started his career in Spain working in a General practice and in a practice specialised in Periodontal disease. He moved to Bristol in 2008, and since then he has been successfully treating patients.
With a gentle chair side manner and his effective relaxation technique he is able to provide painless treatment and achieve excellent results.

Kelly Salter

Practice Manager

Gunita Klava GDC: 300731

Head Nurse

Helena Box

Trainee Dental Nurse

Chloe Leonard

Front of House

Anea Rodriguez

Front of House