Meet the Team

All of the dentists, dental nurses and our dental therapists at Chris Bird Dental Care are professionals who pride themselves in providing an excellent service in a safe, sterile environment. Your safety, comfort, health and well-being are their primary concerns.

Here are just a few of the testimonials from our patients:

‘Thank you to you and your staff for making a very nervous lady feel confident and relaxed.’

‘All staff are friendly and helpful, and go out of their way to show this.’

‘I have been very grateful for the understanding and patience shown by all staff.’

‘Staff are always friendly, courteous and professional.’

Dr Chris Bird BDS is the Principal/Director of Chris Bird Dental CareChris qualified in 1979 at Liverpool University. He opened his own practice in Cannock in 1983. In the years to follow he has undergone further postgraduate training in many fields of dentistry including Advanced Restorative Dentistry, Implant Placement and Facial Aesthetics.

Amit Sunder BDS MFGDP(UK) is an Associate DentistAmit qualified from Birmingham University in 2002. He is committed to postgraduate training, having gained membership to the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners. Amit maintains a keen interest in restorative and cosmetic aspects of dentistry.
Dawn Everitt is our Dental TherapistDawn has completed a three year, full-time degree course at Birmingham Dental Hospital. The specialist nature of her dental training means that she is very well placed to provide preventive care and advice, including scaling and polishing.Dawn is an excellent communicator and a very approachable and supportive member of our team. Her role is similar to that of a Dental Hygienist but she is also qualified to place fillings and carry out other routine aspects of the dentist’s work

Jessica-Anne Freemanis one of our Dental TherapistsJessica gained her dual qualification of Dental Hygiene/Therapy at The Greater Manchester School for Dental Care Professionals in 2010. Like Dawn she is also qualified to place fillings as well as providing dental hygiene care. Jessica is a competent and confident clinician with an enthusiastic and friendly manner. She has developed a wide knowledge and understanding of dentistry during the past eight years spent working and training within the profession.

Julie Bird is Co-director and qualified Business Manager of the practiceShe obtained her dental nursing qualification in 1987. Together with Chris she is responsible for the design, planning, implementation and appraisal of most of the business developments. Julie works closely with the Practice Manager in the day-to-day running of the business, staff training and development.

Sarah Cullum is our Practice ManagerShe obtained her dental nursing qualification in 1992 and more recently achieved several distinctions in her Professional Diploma in Practice Management. Sarah now manages the daily activities of the practice and is responsible for quality control, staff training and team building. She also plays a major role in treatment coordination, which involves working together with the dentist to advise and assist patients in choosing and understanding the best treatment plan for their individual needs.