Sam is a thoughtful, approachable dentist who’s passionate about helping people feel confident in their smiles and comfortable in the dental chair. Known for his calm manner and genuine care, he takes the time to understand each patient’s goals, creating treatment plans that feel personal, achievable, and reassuring from start to finish.
After graduating with distinction from Newcastle Dental School, Sam gained valuable surgical experience working in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Sunderland Royal Hospital. This strong clinical foundation allows him to offer a wide range of advanced treatments, including dental implants and complex oral surgery, all delivered with care and precision.
Dedicated to continually developing his skills, Sam has completed extensive post-graduate training in dental implants, Invisalign, cosmetic and restorative dentistry, and root canal treatment. He’s a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the Association of Dental Implantology, and also plays an active role in shaping the future of private dentistry as a committee member of the North East Private Dentists Society.
Sam’s patients value his balance of clinical excellence and empathy — he combines advanced technology with a people-first approach, making even complex treatments feel relaxed and manageable.
Outside the clinic, Sam enjoys cooking, golf, and travelling. He shares life with Harriet and their cocker spaniel, Lola, and loves exploring the North East countryside or heading to the Lake District for a weekend away.
The team are so welcoming and friendly. I was a little worried about dentist...
Needed an emergency appointment for braces, and this was the only place nearest Durham...
Couldn’t be happier. Extremely professional, while still warm and caring at the same time....
Had my first visit today for a full MOT (with a follow-up hygiene appointment...
5 Stars – Excellent Invisalign Experience with Sam I had Invisalign treatment with Sam...
Absolutely great team, especially Harriet and Sam, surgery is immaculate, and they make you...
I first visited Gibside Dental for emergency dental care due to severe pain from...
Fantastic dental care! Sam is so skilled, high-technology dentist who is informative and caring....
Haven’t been to the dentist in a while, and everyone (Sally, Britanie, and Samuel)...
I had an excellent experience at this dental clinic! They have created such a...
I had a fantastic experience at this dental clinic! The inside is beautifully clean...
I’ve been going to Gibside Dental for just over a year now and can honestly say it’s the best...
The team are so welcoming and friendly. I was a little worried about dentist visits due to past experiences....
Needed an emergency appointment for braces, and this was the only place nearest Durham that took me in. Had...
Couldn’t be happier. Extremely professional, while still warm and caring at the same time. They...
Had my first visit today for a full MOT (with a follow-up hygiene appointment in a few days), it...
I hadn’t been to a dentist for 7 years due to fear. Gibside Dental go above and beyond to put me at...
Very friendly and professional, put me at my ease as I am very nervous of dentists. Couldn’t recommend them...
5 Stars – Excellent Invisalign Experience with Sam I had Invisalign treatment with Sam at...
Absolutely great team, especially Harriet and Sam, surgery is immaculate, and they make you feel...
Not bad actually, the process was fast and painless, done by Dr Karrar. The aftercare plan is also good....
I first visited Gibside Dental for emergency dental care due to severe pain from an infection in a broken...
Fantastic dental care! Sam is so skilled, high-technology dentist who is informative and caring. I...
Haven’t been to the dentist in a while, and everyone (Sally, Britanie, and Samuel) made me feel at ease,...
I had an excellent experience at this dental clinic! They have created such a calm...
I had a dental emergency, and the team at Gibside Dental were empathetic and booked me in the very...
Definitely the best dentist I have been to. I have a fear of dentists due to previous experiences, but...
I had a fantastic experience at this dental clinic! The inside is beautifully clean and...
I was seen very quickly today by Harriet and Sophie. They made me feel so at ease. Sally at reception is really...
It’s been a very long time since I needed any dental work, so that in itself was nerve-racking; however,...
I’ve been going to Gibside Dental for just over a year now and can honestly say it’s the best dental experience I’ve had. I’ve...
The team are so welcoming and friendly. I was a little worried about dentist visits due to past experiences. However, Sam and Harriet are...
Needed an emergency appointment for braces, and this was the only place nearest Durham that took me in. Had to wait until Monday for...
Couldn’t be happier. Extremely professional, while still warm and caring at the same time. They actually listen, take the time to explain things and...
Had my first visit today for a full MOT (with a follow-up hygiene appointment in a few days), it was wonderful to be greeted...
I hadn’t been to a dentist for 7 years due to fear. Gibside Dental go above and beyond to put me at ease.
Very friendly and professional, put me at my ease as I am very nervous of dentists. Couldn’t recommend them enough and thank them enough,...
5 Stars – Excellent Invisalign Experience with Sam I had Invisalign treatment with Sam at his previous practice, and I couldn’t be happier with...
Absolutely great team, especially Harriet and Sam, surgery is immaculate, and they make you feel relaxed and comfortable. Keep up the good work.
Not bad actually, the process was fast and painless, done by Dr Karrar. The aftercare plan is also good. My overall view of the...
I first visited Gibside Dental for emergency dental care due to severe pain from an infection in a broken tooth. The tooth was extracted,...
Fantastic dental care! Sam is so skilled, high-technology dentist who is informative and caring. I have no fears or anxiety with Gibside Dental. If...
Haven’t been to the dentist in a while, and everyone (Sally, Britanie, and Samuel) made me feel at ease, and the whole experience felt...
I had an excellent experience at this dental clinic! They have created such a calm and welcoming atmosphere. Harriet, my dentist, was amazing —...
I had a dental emergency, and the team at Gibside Dental were empathetic and booked me in the very same day. On arrival, I...
Definitely the best dentist I have been to. I have a fear of dentists due to previous experiences, but I have attended Gibside, and...
I had a fantastic experience at this dental clinic! The inside is beautifully clean and immaculate, creating a welcoming and calming atmosphere. Harriet, my...
I was seen very quickly today by Harriet and Sophie. They made me feel so at ease. Sally at reception is really lovely, I...
It’s been a very long time since I needed any dental work, so that in itself was nerve-racking; however, the customer service from the...
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