Mr Roger Zais
(dentist) BDS (Germany) 2002, DrMedDent GDC No. 104269 |
Roger grew up in Germany and after qualifying from dental school in 2002 started his career in Bavaria close to the Austrian border. He stayed there for 4 years until 2006, when he moved to the UK, to Yorkshire. Originally thought to be just a short spell abroad he met his wife to be Renée, which changed his plans somewhat. In 2013 Roger and Renée decided to relocated to the Borders to take over Mr Miller’s practice upon his retirement.
Roger’s interests outside of dentistry are vintage and classic cars, cycling and modern art and sculptures. He speaks English and German. |
Mrs Renée Zais
(dentist) BDS Newcastle 2000 GDC No. 77892 |
Renée is originally from Newcastle-upon-Tyne, where she also went to dental school and graduated in 2000. She spent the first years of her career in Sunderland until 2004 when she moved to York.
In her spare time Renée loves cooking and baking and owns a large collection of cookery books. She is also interested in science, history and modern art. Renée speaks English and Greek. |
Miss Fiona Borthwick
(dental nurse) National Certificate NEBDN 1995 GDC No. 188392 |
Fiona qualified as a dental nurse in 1995 and has been with the practice since 2009. She is usually found on reception and will be your first contact when you phone or visit the practice.
Outwith work Fiona enjoys doing yoga to relax and going to football matches with her dad. |
Mrs Zoe Meikle
(dental nurse) National Certificate NEBDN 2011 GDC No. 219520 |
Zoe also joined the practice in 2009 after studying dental nursing at Telford College Edinburgh the previous year. She mainly assists the dentists with the treatment, working chair side in the surgery.
Out of surgery Zoe enjoys socialising with friends, listening to music and walking in the local area. |