Harriet is a compassionate, detail-focused dentist with a genuine passion for helping people feel their best — both in their smiles and their overall health. She takes a thoughtful, preventative approach to dentistry, combining her clinical expertise with her background in nutrition and lifestyle medicine to support patients’ wellbeing in a truly holistic way.
Alongside her work as a dentist, Harriet has trained in nutritional science and works closely with myofunctional therapists to help patients prevent and manage oral, dental, and airway disorders. She’s particularly interested in how inflammation and chronic disease link oral health to wider systemic conditions — from skin disorders to sleep and energy levels — and believes that improving oral health can have a positive ripple effect throughout the body.
A graduate of Newcastle Dental School, Harriet has completed further training in clear aligner therapy, composite bonding, veneers, and periodontal disease treatment. She continues to expand her expertise through advanced study in the UK and Europe, staying at the forefront of modern, health-led dentistry.
Harriet is a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the British Society of Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, reflecting her commitment to lifelong learning and excellence in patient care.
Beyond the practice, Harriet loves gardening, cooking wholesome meals, and exploring the outdoors with her partner Sam and their cocker spaniel, Lola.
Whether hiking in the North East or visiting family in the Lake District, she finds balance and inspiration in nature and community.
I’ve been going to Gibside Dental for just over a year now and can honestly say it’s the best dental experience I’ve had. I’ve been going to Gibside Dental for just over a year now...
The team are so welcoming and friendly. I was a little worried about dentist visits due to past experiences. However, Sam and Harriet are just fantastic! They put you at ease and chat to you...
Needed an emergency appointment for braces, and this was the only place nearest Durham that took me in. Had to wait until Monday for an appointment, but they were so accommodating and got a hygienist...
Couldn’t be happier. Extremely professional, while still warm and caring at the same time. They actually listen, take the time to explain things and go through everything thoroughly, not try to get your money and...
Had my first visit today for a full MOT (with a follow-up hygiene appointment in a few days), it was wonderful to be greeted by Sally it was so welcoming, I was quickly seen by...
I hadn’t been to a dentist for 7 years due to fear. Gibside Dental go above and beyond to put me at ease.
I’ve been going to Gibside Dental for just over a year now and can honestly say it’s the best...
The team are so welcoming and friendly. I was a little worried about dentist visits due to past experiences....
Needed an emergency appointment for braces, and this was the only place nearest Durham that took me in. Had...
Couldn’t be happier. Extremely professional, while still warm and caring at the same time. They...
Had my first visit today for a full MOT (with a follow-up hygiene appointment in a few days), it...
I’ve been going to Gibside Dental for just over a year now and can honestly say it’s the best dental experience I’ve had. I’ve...
The team are so welcoming and friendly. I was a little worried about dentist visits due to past experiences. However, Sam and Harriet are...
Needed an emergency appointment for braces, and this was the only place nearest Durham that took me in. Had to wait until Monday for...
Couldn’t be happier. Extremely professional, while still warm and caring at the same time. They actually listen, take the time to explain things and...
Had my first visit today for a full MOT (with a follow-up hygiene appointment in a few days), it was wonderful to be greeted...
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