Meet the team

Mark Haswell is one of our leading specialists at Stradbrook Dental & Implant Clinic. Mark Haswell qualified at Kings in 1987 and has worked at Stradbrook since 1990, becoming a partner in 1993. He is described by his nurse as an “implant anorak” and has been carrying out implant based treatment since 1991, being one of the first UK dentists to undertake an MSc in Implant Dentistry.

He now lectures regularly on all aspects of Implant based treatment. Mark enjoys golf and is a bit of a fitness fanatic, enjoying cycling and running around the Lake District for charity. Mark is married to Sarah and has two children and a border terrier.

Carl Manhem qualified from Dental College, University of Gothenburg, Sweden in 1983. He completed his specialisation in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 1994 at University of Linköping, Sweden.

Carl worked in two University Hospitals in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Stockholm, Sweden and Aarhus, Denmark as Assistant Professor for five years. During this period, he also worked at several Implant Clinics and a Private Hospital as a Consultant with implant treatment of patients with all kinds of complex cases. In 1998 he moved to London, England, and worked at the Eastman Dental Institute, University College London. First as a full-time Clinical lecturer at the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Implantology until 2002 and from 2002 as a part-time Clinical lecturer at Eastman Dental Institute – continuing Professional Development, University College London to 2018. Carl joined the Stradbrook Dental & Implant Clinic in 2007.

Together with Dr Mark Haswell, Carl Founded AIMH for Continuing Education of Advanced Implantology 2013. His main clinical interests are Implantology, in which he has 30 years of experience, Reconstructive Surgery and Orthognathic Surgery and teaching in the above mentioned areas. Since October 2000, he has run Implantology courses at EDI - CPD, University College London and also lectures nationally and internationally.

Carl is married to Kylie and has five children. He enjoys downhill skiing, golf and going to the gym.

Di holds a Master of Science in Implant dentistry from Warwick University, which was awarded with Distinction. Whilst at Warwick he was awarded the Implantology Prize for Best Implant Student 2011 and the prestigious Philips award for Best Overall Postgraduate Dental Masters Student. His research won a world 1st prize at the International association of Dental Research (IADR 2012 Brazil).

He is an honorary Clinical teaching fellow at Warwick University Medical School. He has contributed to articles on implants and implant training in the dental press, and has assisted implant companies in training local GDP’s. He regularly attends scientific seminars and courses in the field of Implantology. He has been trained in the use of Endoret™ PRGF (which enhances the natural healing process) at the famous BTI institute in Spain, and his major interests aside from general and family dentistry are Implantology, advances in the science of healing promotion and regeneration, and dental education.

He has three daughters and a border terrier. He loves dogs and spending time in the country side.

René Roets qualified at Witwatersrand in South Africa and moved to the UK in 1997. René joined Stradbrook in 1997 as a specialist prosthodontist, from his practice in Cape Town, South Africa. He enjoys sculpting, exploring foreign countries, good food, and has a passion for wildlife. A privileged career has included training undergraduate and postgraduate students in prosthodontics. During his appointment as a senior lecturer at university, he was involved in the running of clinics for temporo-mandibular disorders, maxillo-facial prosthetics and Implantology. His philosophy is that patients should be treated holistically rather than symptomatically. Professional Memberships;, British Society of Occlusal Studies, British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Six Months Smile Orthodontics. René is married to Madelyn and has two sons and a Lakeland terrier.

Rene will be retiring from 31st December 2024.

Ben qualified at the University of Sheffield in 2001 and has worked at Stradbrook since 2008.

He has a special interest in periodontology having completed a Masters in Clinical Periodontology. He offers Periodontology (gum disease) consultations and therapy consisting of non-surgical or surgical treatment for the improvement of oral health and to provide restorative solutions.

Ben is an Invisalign full provider and has been treating patients with Invisalign since 2018, This is the straightening and movement of teeth using clear trays or aligners. He uses this often in combination with composite bonding to deliver “your best smile”. He is experienced in all aspects of general dentistry (fillings, root canal, crowns, bridges, whitening, veneers, preventative therapy, extractions) and enjoys providing his patients with healthy teeth and happy smiles via the highest standard of care.

Ben is a firm believer in lifelong learning and continues to develop his knowledge and skills for the benefit of his patients. Ben is married to Louise and they have three children. He enjoys cycling and swimming in any spare time he gets.

Ravi graduated from Guys King's and St Thomas (GKT) and soon attained his membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS RCSEd). He has worked in both King's College and Sidcup Hospital where he obtained an accreditation with a special interest in Oral Surgery. Since working in practice he has developed his skills and offers patients a full range of treatments including intravenous sedation for nervous patients. Ravi looks forward to developing his skills as he has recently embarked on a MSC in Implantology.

Having experience of being a vocational trainer he has had the opportunity to mentor newly qualified dentists.

Outside of dentistry Ravi a enjoys hiking, has a love for cricket and is a keen gardener.

Dr Pergamalian qualified from the Dental School of Aristotle, University of Thessaloniki in 1993. Having completed her Vocational Training in the UK, she continued her studies in the USA. After 4 years further training at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, Dr Pergamalian gained her specialist degree and a Master’s degree in Prosthodontics in 2000.

Whilst continuing her training in the US hospital setting, treating complex cases, she earned a certificate in Maxillofacial Prosthodontics in 2001. Since 2002 she has been on the General Dental Council Specialist List and working in Private Practice in both England and Greece with an emphasis on Restorative, Aesthetic and Implant Dentistry. As well as practising Dentistry, Dr Pergamalian teaches undergraduate students at Guy’s Hospital. In 2017 she completed her studies in Clinical Education at King’s College London and became a member of the Higher Education Academy. Dr Pergamalian is also a member of the British Prosthodontic Society, British Dental Association and British Society of Occlusal Studies.

Dr Pergamalian is passionate about dentistry and prides herself on paying attention to detail. She is known for being compassionate, easy to talk to and a great listener. In her spare time, Dr Pergamalian enjoys reading, long walks and travelling.