About Us

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Dr Aidan Callanan

Principal Orthodontist

He graduated from University College Cork with a first class honours degree in 2001 and spent the next few years working in general practice in England. While working as a senior house officer in the paediatric, oral surgery and radiology departments in Guys Hospital in London he obtained my MFDS credentials from the Royal Colleges of Surgeons and Physicians Glasgow. After this he started his training as a specialist registrar in orthodontics at East Grinstead Hospital. In 2007 he completed his MSC at Kings College London and successfully passed the Morth examinations at the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh later that year. He is on the General Dental Council’s specialist list for Orthodontics.

In his spare time he talks a good golf game but mentions his course performance often leaves at lot to be desired. Aidan is married to Naomi, and they have two beautiful boys and one gorgeous girl. In their spare time they like to spend it travelling and exploring new cultures.

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Dr Amy Moran

Orthodontist

Amy graduated in dentistry with honours from Trinity College Dublin in 2006. Following this, she completed vocational training in Ireland and then worked in general practice. Amy has worked in senior house officer roles in both Ireland and the UK in paediatric dentistry, community dentistry and oral and maxillofacial surgery. She gained Membership to the Faculty of Dentistry in the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 2008. Amy has completed orthodontic training through King’s College London, gaining an MSc in 2014. She also gained Membership in Orthodontics in the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. Having returned to Ireland following completion of her orthodontic training Amy is really enjoying being back home again.

Amy is particularly interested in guiding the dental development of children and adolescents, however she also has a keen interest in adult orthodontics, having recently attended certification courses in lingual and aligner braces.

In her free time Amy loves hillwalking, trying new restaurants and recipes and discovering Dublin!

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Zeeola Worrall CMgr MCMI

Practice Manager

Zeeola has been an invaluable asset to Zen since our opening in 2011. Progressing from Customer Care Manager to Practice Manager within 3 years, she now oversees the complex day-to-day running of our ever-expanding practice.

Her attention to detail and knowledge of the Specialist Dental Industry has enabled Zen to reach new heights with every year passing.

In September 2019, Zeeola was awarded a Distinction in her Masters in Business Administration, allowing her to then go on to achieve the prestigious Chartered Management Accolade. Currently she is the only Dental Practice Manager who holds such a title.

Zeeola is married to Kris and their favourite past time is spending quality time outdoors with their daughter Anais and their Newfoundland dog Bear.

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Claire McComish

Orthodontic Therapist

Claire has been with the practice since it very opened in 2011 and was our first fully qualified Orthodontic Therapist. Claire has successfully completed her Certificate in Orthodontic Therapy, from the University of Central Lancashire, where she was awarded ‘Best overall student’ for the highest marks obtained. Claire also received her Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

Claire had previously worked as a Dental nurse for 6 years holding qualifications in Dental Nursing and Dental Radiography.

She loves her role as an Orthodontic Therapist and in her spare time she enjoys spending time with her beautiful family and painting and weaving.

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Victoria McPolin

Orthodontic Therapist

Victoria is another employee who has been with Zen since we first opened our doors in 2011. She is our second fully qualified Orthodontic Therapist and she successfully completed her Certificate in Orthodontic Therapy, from the University of Central Lancashire, where like Claire, she was awarded ‘Best overall student’ for the highest marks achieved within her year group. As well as this, she obtained her Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh. Victoria has also studied and achieved her Dental Radiography Certificate.

She is a keen team player who offers excellent customer service and complete patient confidentiality.

Outside of work, Victoria loves spending time with her family and has a serious love for cats.

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Donna Forde

Orthodontic Therapist

Donna joined our team in 2012 and is our third fully qualified Orthodontic Therapist. She successfully completed her Certificate in Orthodontic Therapy from the University of Central Lancashire in 2015. Her commitment to the course allowed her to achieve overall maximum marks within her year group. She went on further to obtain her Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh & also holds her Radiography Certificate.

Within her role, Donna enjoys reassuring her patients and making them feel at ease throughout their treatment – she’s known to have the gift of the gabble!

Outside of work, socialising with friends and family is one of her many joys; she has two beautiful daughters and one son to enjoy each and every day. Along with this, Donna loves competing in running races to help raise money for her local charity.

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Sinead Quinn

Customer Care Manager

Being one of our delightful Customer Care Managers, Sinead will be your first point of contact, dealing both sensitively and sensibly with any queries you might have.

Having over 10 years’ experience in customer service, she is well versed in meeting the needs of our patients, consistently ensuring you will have a positive friendly experience here at Zen.

Sinead has a love for horses and loves nothing more than going horse-riding. Apart from this, she enjoys spending time with her beautiful family and going for walks around the countryside.

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Caoimhe Moore

Customer Care Manager

Caoimhe is the other half of our delightful Customer Care Managers. She is responsible for the smooth running of the main reception and ensures everyone receives a very warm welcome.

Having built up a lot of experience over the years with Customer Care, Caoimhe is able to help you with any queries and always goes above and beyond to meet your needs.

In her spare time Caoimhe loves to spend time with her gorgeous family and socialising with friends.

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Stacey Stevenson

Head Dental Nurse

Stacey is a qualified dental nurse and has been registered with the GDC from 2008. With her vast experience comes a wide range of skills and knowledge, which has ultimately lead her to become Head Dental Nurse at Zen.

Stacey loves nothing more than enhancing her skill-set and gaining further qualifications, such as her Dental Radiography qualification which she completed in 2014. Stacey is a dab-hand at all things RQIA and her attention to detail and fantstic work-ethic has allowed us to pass our RQIA Inspection with flying colours every passing year.

Outside of work, Stacey is a keen hockey player and is known as a gym addict. She also has a beautiful daughter Lana who she loves spending time with.

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Sophia Fegan

Treatment Coordinator

Sophia has worked in the dental industry for over 10 years now, and four of those have been with Zen.

Sophia’s main goal is to ensure all our valued patients have a stress free and enjoyable journey at Zen, from the very first phone-call to the practice, to the final farewell at the retainer check appointment.  No matter what the problem is, or what the query may be, Sophia is always there to help our patients and guide them in the right direction.

Sophia successfully completed her Dental Radiography, to which she utilises each and every day within Zen. She also furthered her dental education in 2016 by becoming a Dental Nurse Tutor within the local community – helping trainee nurses gain their Diploma in Dental Nursing.

In her spare time Sophia enjoys spending time with her husband and their two daughters and occasionally reliving her Irish dancing days.

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Denise McAvoy

Dental Nurse

Denise has been a valuable member of the Zen team since June 2014. With over 17 years experience as a Dental Nurse, she brings a wealth of knowledge of the dental field to the practice.

With her bubbly and friendly personality, Denise loves interacting with the patients in the clinic and ultimately placing them at ease throughout their treatment.

Always trying to enhance and improve her skill-set, Denise is constantly updating her CPD and has gained her Dental Radiography exam.

Relaxing is definitely on Denise’s agenda outside of work, with walking and reading books as her main past-times. Her current favourite author is James Patterson for his exciting thriller novels.

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Seáneen Shields

Dental Nurse

Seáneen began training with Zen in November 2014 and has become a valuable part of the Nursing team ever since.

In January 2017, she successfully obtained her Diploma in Dental Nursing, bringing a new fresh set of eyes to our existing team. She is currently completing her Dental Radiography Exam and we have no doubt she will pass with flying colours.

Within her job here at Zen, Seáneen has a keen interest in Oral Hygiene and enjoys completing the Oral Hygiene Chats to our fantastic patients.

Outside of Zen, Seáneen is an amazing Irish dancer and dances with the ‘Cry of the Celts’ whenever the opportunity arises.

If your lucky, ask her to do a wee ‘JIG’ in the clinics!

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Careen Phillips

Dental Nurse

Careen was recruited into our Zen family in August 2017, as a Dental Nurse.

Having been a dental nurse since 2006, Careen has a wealth of knowledge under her belt, and having had brace treatment at Zen, can empathise with each of our patients and give them super advice.

In 2014, Careen was voted ‘Dental Star of the year’; a highly sought-after award in the industry that recognises an individuals passion and dedication as a dental professional. It is this passion that exudes Careen whenever you are in her company.

Careen has her sights set high as she is aiming to complete more qualifications as her role progresses within the practice – so keep an eye out for her!

In her spare time, she loves nothing more than spending time with her husband and their beautiful daughter and relaxing.

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Deirdre Williams

Dental Nurse

Deirdre was recruited to join our Zen Family in August 2017, as a Dental Nurse.

With over 7 years experience as a General Dental Nurse, Deirdre is excited to begin this new chapter of her career within the Orthodontic field.  As she worked within local General Dentists, Deirdre constantly referred to us and knew our team very well before joining.

For Deirdre, she believes that listening and building great relationships with patients is paramount, and this is something she feels we do well.

As an ambitious person, Deirdre wants nothing more than to enhance her skill set within the dental industry and take on new tasks and challenges – so watch this space!

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Stephanie Lilburn

Dental Nurse

Steph joined our award-winning team in 2019 and it has felt like she has been with us since the very start!

She fitted right into our team and we have never looked back. She is such a valuable member of staff who works her hardest each and every day.

Her enthusiastic and bubbly personality allows patients to feel at ease immediately in the clinic and she loves nothing more than being kept busy at all times.

She is currently finishing her Radiography Exam and we have no doubt she will ace this!

In her spare time, Steph is known to ‘keep it country’, loving nothing more than throwing on dirty clothes and working on farms and milking cows. She also has her HGV licence and drives lorries around the country when she is not working!

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Seaneen Rooney

Treatment Coordinator

Seaneen has been with the Zen family for over 2 years and has taken on the Treatment Coordination role with ease.

With her previous background in childcare, Seaneen has the patience of a Saint, helping her to deal confidently and compassionately with any of our customers queries.

She is a very organised person and enjoys nothing more than getting back to patients in lightening speed.

She has become a very valued member of staff over this last couple of years, and we are looking forward to seeing her flourish more in her department.

Outside of work, Seaneen loves spending time with her friends and family, and is known for her love of the gym and walking.

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Connie Armstrong

Dental Nurse

Connie joined our team in October 2019, and has been a breath of fresh air to have as part of our team ever since.

Fitting seamlessly into our Nursing department, Connie has already shown herself to be the best team player who strives for perfection in every area of her work.

Already holding her Dental Radiography, Connie is aiming to complete her Orthodontic Nursing Qualification in the near future and we know she will ace this!

She is a fantastic mum to her beautiful boy Edan and is excitedly organising her wedding for next August.

In her spare time, Connie loves spending time with her friends and family and getting away on exotic holidays.