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Our Team

Our experienced, friendly team offer a full spectrum of dental skills to meet our patients needs.

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40+ Years Practicing Dentist – GDC 52171

Hywel Samuel – Principal & Owner

Welcome to Golate.

Principal and owner Hywel Samuel qualified from Cardiff Dental School in 1978.The original St Mary St Practice, located in Cardiff City Centre was established over 40 years ago. Hywel has been involved in the vocational training programme as a VT trainer for over 20 years ensuring ethical and professional treatment at all times.

Golate Dental was established in 2020 and serves NHS and Private patients in state-of-the-art surroundings. Hywel divides his time between Golate and his Loudon Square Practice which he opened in 2013. A fluent Welsh speaker Hywel is a huge sports fan especially rugby!

BDS 2011 (Wales) – GDC 210338

Rachel Morgan – Associate

Rachel graduated from Cardiff University in 2011. She started working with Hywel Samuel & Associate from 2014. Rachel enjoys all aspects of dentistry and tries to make patients feel at ease. Rachel has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry and has completed the Smilefast course, which enables her to give patients an instant composite smile makeover. Rachel is also starting her diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic dentistry to further expand her skills in dentistry.

In her spare time, she enjoys mountain biking, swimming, and travelling.

BDS (Wales) 2014 – GDC 251394

Leah McDougall – Associate

Leah qualified from Cardiff Dental School in 2014 and joined the practice in 2016.

Leah previously worked in the restorative department at the Heath Hospital where she gained experience in complex dental treatments. She has also worked with the community dental service gaining experience in treating children and vulnerable patients. 

Leah is a fluent Welsh speaker originally from West Wales.

In her spare time, she enjoys baking, going to the gym and travelling.

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BDS 2014 (Bristol) – GDC 251681

Emily Perkins – Associate 

Emily graduated with a distinction from the University of Bristol in 2014. After graduating, she moved back home to Cardiff and joined Hywel Samuel and Associates.

Emily enjoys providing minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry for patients, mainly composite bonding to enhance a patient’s natural smile. Emily will shortly be completing a course in London to provide patients with Smile Fast composite veneers. 

She is also trained in facial aesthetic treatments and provides anti-wrinkle injections and PCA skin chemical peels. PCA skin peels are intended to reduce signs of acne, hyperpigmentation, and aging by exfoliating dead skin cells and revealing a new layer of skin underneath.

Outside of work, Emily enjoys running.

BDS 2019 (Manchester) – GDC 283569

Sioned Samuel – Associate

Sioned qualified from Manchester Dental School in 2019. 

Sioned enjoys all aspects of dentistry and aims to deliver high quality patient focused care. Sioned has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry and is certified in providing Invisalign braces. She has also attended Dr Monik’s Totally Cosmetic course in composite bonding. Sioned is also undertaking a postgraduate diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic dentistry to further expand her knowledge and skills. 

In her spare time, she enjoys socialising with friends, travelling and spending time with her family. 

Sioned is also a fluent Welsh speaker.

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BDS (Sheffield) 2020 – GDC 289947

Rhiannon Luxmore – Associate 

Rhiannon qualified from the University of Sheffield in 2020 and joined the practice in 2022.

Rhiannon enjoys working to deliver high quality dentistry with a strong patient focus and her approachable style.

She provides a range of general and cosmetic treatments in both English and Welsh. Outside of work, Rhiannon enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and family – particularly her chocolate Labrador, Bella!

She also enjoys horse riding and travelling, having spent a summer volunteering as a dentist in Vietnam and Thailand.

BDS, MFDS, RCS, MSc (Dental Implantology GDC: 191823)

Aneel Jabbar

After qualifying from the University of Bristol in 2010, I completed further postgraduate training, first joining the Royal College of Surgeons in 2012, then obtaining a Masters degree in Dental Implantology in 2016. I regularly attend implant-related courses to learn new advanced techniques, and I now commit a large amount of my clinical time solely for dental implant treatment.

I have always believed that it is a great privilege to be able to help patients with their problems. It’s why, throughout my career, I have been so passionate about dental implants. I genuinely believe that dental implants can replace missing teeth to enhance a person’s quality of life: their self-confidence, their smile, their ability to chew and speak in comfort. At the core of my treatment philosophy is the belief that my patients deserve high quality care that should be delivered in a kind and gentle manner.

In my personal life I enjoy spending time and travelling with my wife and 2 boys. When time allows, I enjoy playing cricket and other outdoor sports, as well as training for my brown belt in Jujitsu.

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BDS (LIVERPOOL) 2022 (Hons) – GDC 302436

Rhodri Powell-Jones

I was born and raised in Brecon and am a Welsh speaker.

After studying dentistry at the University of Liverpool I graduated in 2022 and decided to move back to Wales. I have enjoyed working at the Hywel Samuel practice ever since, broadening my skills in all aspects of dentistry.

I enjoy learning and aim to achieve the best care for my patients.

Outside of dentistry I enjoy playing football and golf.

Other team members

Hygienists

Elena Cawley, Dental Hygienist

Elena qualified as a dental hygienist in Cardiff in 1997 after previously working as a dental nurse. She has worked at the practice since 2006 and has an interest in the preventative side of dentistry. Outside of work Elena and walking and the great outdoors.

Mervet Mhanni, Dental Hygienist

Mervet is GDC registered Dental hygienist/ Therapist and orthodontic therapist. Graduated from Tripoli with a BDS degree. She is patient-focused, driven to provide a personable experience along with the highest quality of care possible. She enjoys building relationships with her patients and educating them on the importance of their overall oral health.

Mervet also works in our Loudoun Square practice.

Mervet is passionate about attending continuing education courses to further her ability and provide the best care possible for her patients. Her top priority is to help each patient achieve optimal oral health, she prides herself on making them feel comfortable during their regular dental visits and designing home care strategies to help maintain their dental health between professional cleanings.

Ellana Mitchell, Dental Hygienist

Ellana graduated from Cardiff University achieving a first in Dental Hygiene and Therapy. She is passionate about helping patients achieve better oral health and gives tailored oral hygiene advice to help patients overcome any obstacles they may be facing.

In her spare time Ellana enjoys trying new recipes, coffee shops and gaming.

Managers

Yasmin Begum, Senior Manager

Yasmin has been in the dental industry for 25 years and is a qualified dental nurse with extended duty courses.  Yasmin worked her way up to leadership and management in her previous practice before joining us in 2021. Yasmin has also completed a degree with 1st class honours in Leadership and Management.

Outside of work Yasmin enjoys family time, cooking and going to the gym.

Tracey Johnson, Manager

Tracey has been in the dental industry for 33 years and is a qualified dental nurse. Since starting with Hywel Samuel and Associates 8 years ago she has gone from Head nurse to jumping into management.  Tracey has a range of skills and is often called upon to fix equipment and provide support for colleagues. Tracey is also the supervisor for the nursing team.

Outside of work Tracey enjoys family time, live music and going to the gym.

Nurses

Paige Corbin – Clinical Lead

Paige has 8 years of dental experience and is the mentor for our trainee nurses as well as ensuring the practice is compliant with cross infection procedures. Paige is currently training to apply fluoride varnish and also helps out on the reception desk.

Caitlin Bulmer – Dental Nurse

Caitlin joined us a trainee dental nurse and stayed on after her qualification. She is currently training to apply fluoride varnish and is a mentor for our trainee nurses as well as helping out on the reception desk.

Sophia Bishop – Trainee Dental Nurse

Sophia is an experienced trainee nurse and is due to qualify later in the year. Sophia would like to go onto do Hygiene Therapy later on.

Amanda Kavanagh – Dental Nurse

Amanda is a qualified dental nurse and started her career with Hywel Samuel and Associates 39 years ago and is Hywel’s longest serving staff member. Amanda works in our sister practice at Loudoun Square.

Reception

Josie Woolley – Receptionist

Josie is also a qualified dental nurse and carries out reception and admin duties between both practices. She has been in the dental industry 14 years.

Nathanial Hunt – Receptionist

Nathan joined the team in August 2023. Has good customer service experience and skills. He is friendly and welcoming and will go above and beyond to help our patients.

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An open letter to our patients from the Practice Owner

We wish to inform our patients about the changes Welsh Government intend to implement on NHS Dental Services from April 2026. This will drastically change the way NHS dental care is delivered in Wales..

 
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