Clondalkin Dental Practice promises to deliver a warm and relaxing atmosphere in a state of the art practice. We understand the anxiety visiting the dentist can cause so we have worked hard to eliminate anything than could evoke negative memories from fragrant scents, your favourite music and friendly staff who is there to help.

We have digital x-ray’s and a CT scanner so there is no need to travel far for diagnosis. Our bright and beautiful practice should be an environment you enjoy visiting with your family for all your dental needs, including aesthetic dentistry, orthodontic, implant and hygiene services.

Meet Our Team

Catalina Zamsa
Catalina ZamsaPractice Manager
As the Practice manager, Catalina’s role is to oversee the practice operations. Catalina is committed to making Clondalkin Dental patients and their families experience a positive one! Catalina has years of knowledge of the dental industry working in all disciplines, General dentistry, Orthodontics, Implantology, Periodontics and Cosmetic dentistry. She has also had the opportunity to serve as a Dental nurse & Treatment Coordinator over the years. Catalina’s goal is to incorporate the wealth of knowledge and customer service that she has acquired to equip the team to best serve patients and their families.
Dr. Tomas Henriksen
Dr. Tomas Henriksen Dental Surgeon, Periodontologist, DDS MSc
Dr Tomas Henriksen has received extensive postgraduate training in advanced gum care (periodontology) and especially in the provision of dental implants. He provides a comprehensive service, including surgical / non-surgical therapy and post-therapeutic monitoring.
We believe that this service will be of great benefit to our patients.
If you are concerned about loose teeth or receding gums or if there is a missing tooth you’d love to replace, then please get in touch and we’ll arrange a consultation for you.
Dr. Shane Duffy
Dr. Shane DuffyDentist, B.A., B. Dent. Sc
Shane is the experienced general dentist at Clondalkin Dental. Since he qualified from the Dublin Dental Hospital in 2002 he has been taking care of the dental needs of the people of Clondalkin. With the opening of Clondalkin Dental in May 2017 Shane had the opportunity to continue providing the same high standard of care in a bright modern setting.

Over the years Shane has completed a Diploma in Clinical Dentistry as well as undertaking courses in endodontics, aesthetic restorative techniques and Invisalign orthodontic therapy.
He is keen to continue learning new skills and honing old ones in the years to come. He is committed to closely working with the other practitioners at Clondalkin Dental to ensure every patient gets the best treatment we can provide.

In his spare time Shane is a keen Gaelic footballer and cyclist. He enjoys quizzes and loves to pit his wits against the quiz masters on The Chase – sometimes successfully!

Dr. Beatriz Lara
Dr. Beatriz LaraDentist, DDS, MSc, PHD
We are delighted to introduce you Dr Beatriz Lara. Our Dentist with special interest in Orthodontics.

Class 1989, Dr Lara has over 30 years of professional background in dentistry. After her graduation Dr Lara was a teaching assistant in theoretical and practical classes for the Chair of Endodontics in her university. Dr Lara also gained experience in general dentistry and oral surgery by working both at the hospital and in private practices.

Her interest in orthodontics was afterwards developed through different courses while combining her work with dental practice and family life. Endeavored to reach the excellence in her field Dr Lara has completed multiple courses and training programmes in Europe and USA including different orthodontics techniques (like metal brackets, clear brackets, orthopaedic appliances etc.). Dr Lara is a certified provider for Invisalign.

Dr. Hadil Saidam
Dr. Hadil SaidamOrthodontist, DDS
Dr. Hadil Saidam is a Registered Specialist with the Irish Dental Council, Registered Dentist with the General Dental Council of the UK and a Member of the Irish Dental Orthodontics Association.

Dr. Saidam graduated from the Grigore T. Popa University School of Dentistry, one of Romania’s most esteemed institutions for dental education. Following her graduation, she completed a three-year training program in Romanian government hospitals, specialising in orthodontics after which she has continued her practice in Ireland.

With a Special Interest in Metal Braces for all age groups, Removable Orthodontic Devices, Clear Aligners, Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment as well as Teeth Whitening, Laser Gingivoplasty and Dental Aesthetics, Dr Hadil is dedicated to continuous professional development to stay up-tp-date with the latest developments in dentistry and orthodontics and she is recognised for her patient-centred approach. Ensuring patients are well-informed and cared for is at the centre of Dr. Hadil’s work.

Dr. Tudor Sterpu
Dr. Tudor SterpuDentist, MD
Dr Tudor Sterpu graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania achieving an honours degree in Restorative Dentistry. His early focus was in endodontics (Root Canal treatment) as this specialisation allowed him to help and relieve patients in acute pain. He has completed courses with world famous endodontists such as Dr Peter Kiefner and Dr Arnaldo Castellucci.

Dr Tudor has since completed courses in specialist Implant Dentistry, the most advanced, reliable form of restorative dentistry with the highest success rates for failing teeth available today. He completed his Oral Implantology postgraduate training in 2016 in Romania. He is also a Member of European Association of Dental Implantologists, having completed his membership exams in 2019.

Dr Tudor continuously seeks to learn from the best practitioners the world over, advancing his professional and technical knowledge by frequently participating in Implantology conferences, conventions and training seminars including many advanced hands-on Implant placement courses.

Dr. Sergio Kozachenko
Dr. Sergio KozachenkoDentist, MD
Dr Sergio graduated from Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary achieving an honours degree in Dentistry. Upon qualification, he immediately entered private dental practice where he has obtained vast experience in restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Dr Sergio strives to provide comprehensive advanced dental care in a calm, painless and comfortable environment.

Dr Sergio has completed courses with world famous dentists such as Pascal Magne, Lorenzo Vanini, Didier Dietschi, Maksim Belograd and others. He is passionate and motivated to continue his professional development and stay up to date with the most advanced dental techniques.

Isabella Shortt
Isabella ShorttDental Hygienist
Isabella graduated with a distinction in dental hygiene from Trinity College Dublin in 2021. She is dedicated to providing great care to patients within the multidisciplinary dental team. She is committed to helping patients stabilise gum disease, helping patients keep their gum disease stabile and helping patients prevent gum disease. She prioritises oral hygiene with her patients to ensure they obtain/maintain good oral health. Outside of dentistry she likes to read and go roller skating.
Mr. Richard WF Carr
Mr. Richard WF CarrPractice Limited to Oral Surgery BSc(Hons), BDS(Hons), MFDS RCSEd, MB ChB, Int.Dip.EWM RCPS(Glasg), MFTM RCPS(Glasg), FFD RCSI (OS&OM)
Mr. Carr holds qualifications as a Dental Surgeon from Cardiff (2010) and a Medical Doctor from Bristol (2016). He began his career in general dentistry, completing vocational training in the UK. He then gained experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Orthodontics through various hospital posts in the UK.

After completing his medical degree, Mr. Carr undertook junior doctor rotations in Acute Medicine, General and Plastic surgery, Emergency Medicine, and Acute Psychiatry. In 2018, he commenced surgical training in Ireland, completing posts in General Surgery and Trauma & Orthopaedics in Cork. Eventually he returned to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at St James’s Hospital in Dublin where he worked as an ST2 core surgical trainee and as a registrar.

In April 2021, he successfully passed his Specialty Fellowship exams in Oral Surgery and Oral Medicine through the RCSI (FFD RCSI). Mr. Carr has also completed his specialist training in Oral Surgery at Dublin Dental University Hospital/Trinity College Dublin. His training covered the breadth of Oral Surgery, including a significant focus on oral implantology and as well as encompassing additional training in oro-facial pain and sedation.

At Clondalkin Dental, Mr. Carr offers a comprehensive range of Oral Surgery services, including surgical extractions, third molar surgery, facial pain management (including TMJ disorders), soft tissue evaluation and biopsy, grafting, sinus lifts, orthodontic exposures, and implantology. Our practice is equipped with CBCT technology, which is utilised when necessary during these treatments. Mr. Carr also provides treatments under IV sedation.

Mr. Carr generally requires a dedicated assessment visit prior to any significant surgical procedure; however, he will always try to accommodate patients who wish to proceed to treatment as straight away, for example where acute pain or infection is an issue.
Referrals can be made directly by emailing office@clondalkindental.ie

If you are an external referrer, Mr Carr will keep you informed of the outcome of any treatment by referral reply letter and will only every provide what you have referred for.

Medical Council Registration Number: 421898
Dental Council Registration Number: 1719