Meet our specialists

Gareth Davies

Principal Specialist Orthodontist

BDS MSc (Lond) 1994, LDS FDS RCS (Eng), MOrth RCS (Edin)

GDC: 59843

BORING STUFF:

I’m Gareth Davies, the Principal Orthodontic Specialist at Colchester Orthodontic Centre. I qualified as a dentist from The Royal London Hospital in 1984 and later as an Orthodontic Specialist from Guy’s Hospital, London in 1997.

Before specialising, I gained valuable experience working in a variety of dental settings both in the UK and abroad. After earning a Master’s Degree in Orthodontics and being added to the General Dental Council’s specialist register, my family and I moved to Essex.

Colchester Orthodontic Centre was established at its current site in 2006 and since then has been providing orthodontic care to patients of all ages.

EXCITING STUFF:

I lead a superb team of orthodontic specialists, therapists, treatment coordinators, nurses, and admin staff, who work together to help our patients achieve the fantastic smiles they’ve always wanted.

By keeping up to date with the fast-paced advances in technology, techniques and materials, my team and I are able to provide orthodontic solutions for even the most complex clinical problems, using the most efficient and aesthetic treatment options available.

The huge positive changes that orthodontic treatment brings to an individual’s confidence and self-esteem are overwhelming and provide the greatest possible job satisfaction. I’m extremely proud of my team and the service we provide.

FUN STUFF:

When I’m not straightening teeth and creating wonderful smiles, I enjoy the great outdoors and all that comes with a busy family life. I love music and many sports. I’m an avid cyclist, rugby nut, skier and guitar collector.

When not squeezing into cycling lycra, I can be found listening to music or playing in the Suffolk/Essex-based band, The Remoras. Make sure you come by to see one of our gigs! Finally, I’m kept on my toes by three children and I’m walked daily by two dogs.

Keegan Gowans

Specialist Orthodontist

BDS, MJDF RCS (Eng), MSc, MClinDent, MOrth RCS (Eng)

GDC: 244140

Keegan qualified as a dentist in 2013 from the University of Manchester before going on to achieve his Master’s in Primary Dental Care from the University of Kent. He completed his specialist orthodontic training at the Eastman Dental Hospital.

While at university, Keegan contributed to a national research project exploring how orthodontic treatment can improve quality of life. One of the most rewarding parts of his work is witnessing the change in confidence patients experience as their treatment progresses.

Recently married, Keegan has returned to Colchester, where he grew up, and is enjoying being closer to friends and family. Although his main passion is creating beautiful smiles, in his free time he enjoys listening to audiobooks, cooking for friends and walking his dog, Ollie.