About Christopher Wood Woods

Originally from Neath, Chris followed in his brothers’ footsteps and studied dentistry at the University of Bristol (BDS). Following graduation Chris returned to South Wales to pursue his career, starting in a general dental practice and later as a Clinical Assistant in Oral Surgery at Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil. He decided to further his surgical skills and maintained posts as Senior House Officer and then Clinical Fellow in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport. Extensive training at the Royal Gwent Hospital led to Chris being awarded The Diploma in Membership to the Faculty of Dental Surgery Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MFDS RCS), in recognition of the development and depth of his surgical knowledge and skills. Following the hospital appointments, Chris returned to general practice in 2008, combining his surgical skills with an interest in complex restorative dentistry. This has naturally led to an enthusiasm for placing and restoring dental implants, which marries the surgical and restorative fields of dentistry. Chris is committed to post graduate education. He has completed a year-long Certificate in Implant Dentistry and studied for the 2 year Diploma programme in Restorative Dentistry with the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Chris is also an Educational Supervisor for Dental Foundation Training and has completed PgCert Dental Education with the University of Bedfordshire. This has enabled Chris to mentor many young dentists and pass on some of his knowledge and experience, as well as his enthusiasm for all aspects of dentistry. Chris loves to build a rapport with his patients and hopes this comes across in an enthusiastic, caring and approachable manner. Chris is the proud father to wonderful (and very cheeky) twin girls who occupy most of his free time. In his rare spare time, Chris has a love of the outdoors, particularly enjoying skiing and mountain biking. However his other hobby is cooking (and subsequently eating). He hopes to get the balance right at some point before his waistline expands too far!