Meet the team

Receptionist

Georgie Hubbard

Shelley Whittle

Lead Nurse

  • Shelley is the welcoming face of Hookstone Dental Care, always greeting patients with a warm smile. Organised, approachable and attentive, she goes above and beyond to ensure every patient feels comfortable and well looked after from the moment they arrive.

  • Georgie leads our clinical nursing team with confidence and care, bringing a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to high standards in patient support. Outside of work she enjoys keeping fit and running, bringing the same energy and dedication to her hobbies as she does to her role in practice.

Dr. Johnny Stroud

Principal Dentist

BChD (Leeds), MSc RestDent (Warwick) GDC No: 153559

  • With over 18 years of experience, Johnny has completed a Master’s Degree in Restorative Dentistry and has a particular interest in advanced restorative treatments and dental implants. He is passionate about involving patients in every stage of their treatment planning, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality, tailored care designed around each individual’s goals.

    Johnny graduated from the University of Leeds in 2008 and has proudly called Harrogate home since 2013, where he lives with his young family. He is committed to helping patients feel confident in their smiles by combining clinical excellence with a calm, reassuring approach.

Dr. Jaskanwaljit Singh Uppal

Dentist

MChD/BChD (Leeds), MFDS (RCS England) GDC No: 283940

  • Since graduating from the University of Leeds in 2019, Jas has gained valuable experience working in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative departments across Yorkshire. He has a particular interest in prosthodontics, especially dentures, and endodontics, and takes pride in providing calm, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s needs. Jas achieved the Diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS) within two years of qualifying and is planning to begin a Master’s Degree in Restorative Dentistry to further develop his skills.

    Originally from the West Midlands, Jas now proudly calls Yorkshire home. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family, keeping fit and is a keen football fan.

Dr. George Gilbert

Dentist

BChD (Sheffield) GDC No: 290271

  • George is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles through compassionate, personalised dental care. A graduate of Sheffield University, he continually develops his skills to stay at the forefront of modern dentistry and has a particular interest in dental implants, providing high-quality treatment tailored to each patient’s needs.

    Known for his gentle, reassuring manner, George focuses on creating a calm and positive experience for every patient, helping them feel comfortable, informed and confident throughout their treatment journey.

Rosie Knox

Hygiene Therapist

BSc University of Leeds GDC No: 269755

Hygienist

Newcastle Dental School GDC No: 5431

  • After qualifying from Newcastle Dental School, Liz joined Hookstone Dental Care and has been caring for our patients ever since. With extensive experience and a gentle, thorough approach, she is passionate about helping patients achieve and maintain healthy, confident smiles.

  • As a Hygiene Therapist, Rosie is passionate about supporting patients in achieving and maintaining excellent oral health through gentle, preventative care.

    Rosie is known for her friendly manner and attention to detail, helping patients feel comfortable, informed and confident in their smiles.

Elizabeth Powell

Reena Riyat

Hygiene Therapist

University of Leeds GDC No: 279484

  • Reena takes a caring, supportive approach to dental hygiene, focusing on making appointments relaxed and stress-free. She is passionate about educating patients on simple, effective ways to protect their teeth and gums, tailoring her advice to suit individual lifestyles.

    Her calm and approachable nature helps patients feel comfortable and well looked after at every visit.

Isabel Lewis

Dental Nurse

Helen Stroud

Head of Marketing

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Why Choose Us

What our patients think

  • "We were well looked after by all of the staff, especially Dr Stroud. He is a first class dentist, so dedicated to his profession and immediately puts you at ease. We would not hesitate to recommend Hookstone Dental Care."

    — Chris Jones

  • An implant procedure was always going to be tricky due to my bone and gum loss, but Johnny gave me confidence with his proposed treatment plan which was thorough, professional, putting my concerns first, honest about possible outcomes. He really went the extra mile. I put my trust in him and the outcome was amazing."

    — Elaine Ellis

  • "I have just completed extensive treatment at Hookstone Dental Care. I found everyone friendly, effective, and professional. Jas was superb, explaining and discussing everything as the treatment continued, I had full confidence in him and am thrilled with the end result."

    — Dee Elliott