John Joyce – BDS U.LOND 1983 LDS RCS
Principal Dentist and Practice Owner
GDC Number: 58556
John qualified from the Royal London Hospital in 1983 and practised in General Practice before joining HDS in 1992.
John derives great satisfaction from treating his patients regularly over many years and getting to know several generations of the same family. He attends regular clinical courses and meetings. John has a special interest in restorative and cosmetic treatments. He has completed a year-long course in Advanced Aesthetic dentistry. He uses high-level magnification and illumination to deliver precision dentistry. He undertakes complex restorative cases, implant supported prosthetics and implant surgery.
John loves being a lead member of an exceptional clinical and administrative team. He has close and long-standing affiliations with the most respected specialist clinicians. John takes great care in treatment planning, explanation, communication and patients’ informed choice. He is experienced in sedation techniques and facial aesthetic procedures.
Outside of work, John enjoys an active outdoor lifestyle with many recreational pursuits.
Dr Samuel Anthony BDS, PGDip (Implantology), MDJF RCS ENG
GDC Number: 259391
After working in Australia at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne for 2 years, Sam returned to his home county of Essex in 2020, joining our team here at Hockley Dental Surgery.
Sam graduated from Barts and The London in 2015 and has developed a keen interest in oral surgery following work at the York Hospital’s Maxillofacial department for 2 years where he achieved his MJDF qualification. Sam has furthered his oral surgery study by completing a MSc in Dental Implantology at the University of Bristol. He is also taking on patients for Invisalign treatment.
Sam’s relaxed and friendly demeanour enables him to complete the full range of general and complex dental procedures while putting his patients at ease.
Outside of work Sam is a keen sportsman, currently focusing on rock climbing, golf and football.
Dr Usman Yaqoob BDS London 2013 MFDS RCS 9Ed
GDC Number: 245045
Usman, known as Oz, graduated from Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2013. He then gained vital experience in Oral Surgery and Orthodontics as a Senior House Officer in a hospital, earning the MFDS postgraduate qualification from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
Oz excels in providing natural-looking cosmetic fillings, crowns, and veneers, helping patients smile with confidence. His passion lies in endodontics and root canal treatment, for which he has undergone extensive training. Additionally, Oz is skilled in straightening teeth using both fixed braces and Invisalign.
Oz’s relaxing chairside manner calms even the most anxious patients.
Outside of dentistry, Oz enjoys football, cricket, boxing, and is a big Liverpool FC fan.