About Us
Welcome to Swallow Dental Supplies, a leading UK provider of premium dental products.
We specialise in surgical and hygiene essentials; from bone augmentation materials and instruments to Q-Optics loupes, lights, and innovative oral care solutions.
Backed by expert service and a dedicated team, Swallow Dental is committed to supporting dental professionals with quality, reliability, and innovation.
Meet the Team
Managing Director
Managing Director
About James
Meet James, a valued member of the Swallow Dental team since 2011, when Excel Surgical merged with us.
With expertise in sales and marketing, James has played a key role in driving our growth and commitment to exceptional customer service.
Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, watching football, and cheering on Leeds United.
James Weller
Field Sales
Field Sales Team
About Emma
Emma joined the Swallow Team in 2024.
With over a decade of experience in the dental industry, Emma has worked alongside a diverse range of clinicians both in the UK and abroad. This has given her a great understanding of the industry and how powerful collaboration can be.
In her spare time, Emma enjoys hiking in the countryside and keeping fit. A dedicated animal lover, she values her family time but always makes room for her work family.
Emma Roby
About Danielle
Danielle brings over nine years of experience in implants and oral surgery, including training at the prestigious Eastman Dental Hospital in London. She’s spent the past two and a half years in management, showcasing strong leadership and industry expertise.
Outside of work, Danielle enjoys cooking, interior design, family time, and socialising with friends.
Danielle Child
About Joe
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Joe Minney
Customer Care Team
Customer Care Team
About Ema
Ema joined the team in July 2015 as part of our Customer Care Team.
She is kept busy answering queries both on the phone and via email. She is also our equipment specialist, with unrivalled knowledge on products from W&H, NSK and Acteon.
In her free time, Ema enjoys participating in amateur dramatic productions, organising social events for her community, and spending time with her fiancé and their two beautiful daughters.
Ema Thompson
About Rachel
Rachel has been a valued member of our Customer Care team since 2021. In addition to handling customer enquiries, she plays a key role on our Q-Optics Loupes Specialist team, ensuring your orders are processed efficiently and delivered promptly.
When she’s not off exploring in her motorhome, Rachel loves spending time with her two dogs. She’s also a proud mum to Jack, her not-so-little boy. A big fan of eating out and relaxing with a good film or series, Rachel knows how to balance adventure with downtime.
Rachel Burnell
About Anna
Anna joined Swallow Dental in 2021 and quickly became a key part of the Customer Care team. She handles customer calls, manages online orders, and is our go-to expert for QuickSleeper.
When she’s not spending quality time with her family, Anna can usually be found out on walks with her dog or enjoying cuddles with her cats. A true fan of classic Top Gear, she also loves a good horror movie; the scarier, the better!
Anna Bardgett
About Sarah
Sarah joined our Customer Care team in November 2022. She manages all blue®m webshop orders and coordinates the loan and return of our NeoBiotech kits.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys all things Disney, travelling to new places, spending time with her pug, Frank, and her cat, as well as going to the gym.
Sarah Pearce
Finance Team
Finance Team
About Sam
Sam joined us in 2025 as our Finance Controller. He works closely with various teams to ensure accurate and timely financial planning and reporting across the business.
Outside of work, Sam is a dedicated Leeds United fan with a season ticket, enjoys hitting the gym, socialising at the pub, and has recently taken up golf. He’s also a big film lover, with Goodfellas topping his favourites list.
Sam Jackson
About Faisal
Faisal joined Swallow Dental in 2022 and is now a key member of our finance team, handling credit control, forecasting, and processing card payments over the phone.
In his spare time, he enjoys online gaming, a game of snooker, horror films, and dining out with family and friends.
Faisal Khan
Purchasing Team
Purchasing Team
Adam Crossland
Operations Team
Operations Team
About Helen
Helen joined us in 2013 and has progressed to become our Operations and Regulatory Manager, having previously served as Warehouse Manager. She has been instrumental in streamlining inventory processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and strengthening supplier relationships.
Outside of work, Helen enjoys discovering new destinations, sampling real ales, and taking long, scenic walks. Her dedication to continuous improvement and sense of adventure make her a vital part of the Swallow team.
Helen Hall
Events Team
Events Team
About Leah
Meet Leah, our dedicated Event Organiser who ensures our company's presence at industry events is always top-notch.
Leah is also the mastermind behind our out-of-work social events, bringing our team together in fun and engaging ways.
In her spare time, Leah loves socialising with friends and family, baking delicious treats, and cuddling her two adorable French bulldogs, Thor and Kobe.
Leah Williamson
Marketing Team
Marketing Team
About Matt
Meet Matt, our Marketing Manager, who drives Swallow Dental’s digital and print marketing strategies. He oversees campaign planning, brand messaging, content creation, and social media engagement to ensure our products and values reach dental professionals effectively.
A devoted Liverpool fan, Matt balances his work with outdoor adventures alongside his baby daughter and miniature dachshund, bringing energy and creativity to both his role and personal life.
Matt Makowski
About Lauren
Meet Lauren, a key member of our Digital Marketing team since October 2013.
With her sharp intuition and creativity, Lauren drives our online presence and keeps our audience engaged.
Outside the office, she enjoys quality time with her family and peaceful walks with her Jack Russell, Jack, in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
Lauren Bolland
About April
April, our Digital Marketing Executive, joined us in 2024 as the newest member of the marketing team. She creates dynamic, engaging campaigns backed by strategic insights.
Outside work, April is passionate about punk and metal music, enjoys gaming and playing Dungeons & Dragons with friends, and is dedicated to running and weight lifting at the gym.
April Mead
About Richard
Meet Richard, the creative force behind Swallow Dental’s eye-catching designs and a vital part of our Marketing team.
With a sharp eye for detail, he brings our brand to life through stunning graphics and artwork.
Outside work, Richard is a music lover and motorbike enthusiast who enjoys the open road. He also nurtures bonsai trees and rescues local mice from his cats.
Richard Griffin
Warehouse Team
Warehouse Team
About Stuart
Stuart joined us in 2020 and has been a key part of our Warehouse team, ensuring orders are processed efficiently and accurately.
A passionate rock fan, Stuart never misses an Iron Maiden concert. He also loves traveling to Florida, especially for Halloween and the theme park thrills. His enthusiasm brings energy to both work and life.
Stuart Pemberton
About Andrew
Andrew joined Swallow Dental Supplies in 2007 and is a vital part of our Warehouse team. Known for his attention to detail, he ensures every parcel leaves in perfect condition, upholding our high standards for customer satisfaction.
Outside work, Andrew enjoys quality time with his son, mountain biking in Yorkshire, gaming, and watching films.
Andrew Featherstone
About Ian
Ian joined our Warehouse team in January 2018, providing essential support to keep operations running smoothly and parcels dispatched quickly and accurately.
Outside work, Ian enjoys playing guitar and attending gigs, is a dedicated Bradford City fan, and stays active to maintain his fitness.
Ian Wright
About Di
Di joined our warehouse team in 2019 to provide much-needed support. She’s one of the kindest people you’ll ever meet, and we’re proud to have her as part of the Swallow Dental family.
Outside work, Di loves driving, listening to ’80s music, and is a lifelong Toyah Willcox fan, having collected her records since she was 16.
Di Swain
About Dave
Dave joined the Swallow family in 2021 and quickly settled into the warehouse team.
Outside work, he’s a vinyl record collector and enjoys Batman and Marvel graphic novels. On weekends, Dave loves walking with family and friends and playing the ukulele; he jokes about his skills, but we’re sure he’s pretty good!
Dave Cottam
Apprentice
Apprentice
About Alfie
At Swallow Dental, we’re proud to nurture talent and offer hands-on experience across our business. Meet Alfie, our newest apprentice, gaining valuable insights by working across multiple departments..
A keen learner and proactive team member, Alfie is quickly discovering what makes Swallow Dental tick.
Outside work, Alfie is a passionate Manchester United fan and sports enthusiast who loves football and darts. He also enjoys gaming, music, and catching up on TV shows.
Alfie Smith
About Swallow
Founded in 1998 by Dr Paul Harrison, Swallow Dental Supplies Ltd began as a one-person venture focused on the Fortoss range of bone augmentation products. Since then, we have grown into a dynamic team of dedicated professionals committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional service.
Today, Swallow Dental offers an extensive and continually expanding product range tailored to meet your surgical and hygiene needs. We are recognised leaders in bone augmentation materials, surgical instruments, drapes, and consumables. Additionally, our selection of Q-Optics loupes and lights helps enhance precision and comfort in dental practice.
Innovation lies at the heart of our hygiene range, featuring PDT hand instruments with durable stainless steel tips designed for long-lasting performance. Our blue®m oral care line addresses common oral health challenges such as periodontitis and peri-implantitis, promoting healing through the targeted delivery of active oxygen.
Partnership and collaboration with forward-thinking companies form a cornerstone of our approach. We work closely with innovative brands that value customer feedback and aim to simplify the professional lives of dental practitioners.
At Swallow Dental, we believe quality should be affordable. We are committed to offering superior products at competitive prices, backed by unmatched customer service and industry expertise.
Join us on our journey as we continue to raise the standards of dental care, supported by our passionate and dedicated team who are ready to serve you.
We are all here to help. Call us on 01535 656 312 if you need anything. Even if you can't find the product on our website, chances are we will be able to source it for you.