Dr Katie is a compassionate and highly skilled dentist with enhanced skills in Paediatric Dentistry. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Paediatric Dentistry with Distinction from UCL Eastman and is currently completing a part-time distance MSc in Paediatric Dentistry at the Eastman. Her advanced training, alongside extensive clinical experience, allows her to deliver thoughtful, evidence-based dental care tailored to the individual needs of children, adolescents and young people.

After graduating from the University of Leeds, Dr Katie worked in London before returning to Scotland, where she completed her membership examinations with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and gained valuable experience across busy practice, community and hospital-based dental services. During this time, she developed particular strengths in behaviour management, prevention-focused care and inhalation sedation.

Dr Katie is especially experienced in supporting anxious and phobic children and young people, as well as those with additional support needs, neurodiverse presentations and medical complexities. Her calm, empathetic approach helps children feel safe and understood, while providing parents and carers with reassurance and clarity at every stage of care.

Known for her warm and approachable communication style, Dr Katie places great emphasis on building trust and rapport - not only with her patients but also with their families and carers. She is passionate about creating positive early dental experiences, encouraging long-term attendance and supporting the development of a trusted dental home where children and young people feel confident and cared for as they grow.

Dr Katie’s approach to dentistry is grounded in prevention, education and partnership. She believes that clear communication, gentle techniques and individualised care are central to achieving the best outcomes and she takes pride in guiding her patients and their families and carers through each stage of their dental journey with confidence and support.

Based in Edinburgh, Dr Katie grew up and spent time living abroad before settling in the city she now calls home. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys exploring Edinburgh’s food scene and discovering great local spots when travelling. She balances a busy professional life with Pilates, yoga and regular gym training and is currently working on her golf swing. As well as playing a range of sports, Dr Katie also enjoys watching live sport, particularly tennis and rugby, and spending quality time with friends and family - especially her four-month-old niece, who has quickly become a firm favourite.

With her blend of advanced training, broad clinical experience and genuine compassion, Dr Katie is committed to providing high-quality paediatric dental care in a calm, supportive and positive environment at Chapter One.