Dr. Helen Petersen
BDS (Hons), MFDS RCS, Prof Cert TLHPE (FHEA), MAcad MedED, MOral Surg RCS, PhD
20 years of experience
Cheadle, SK8 2PX
2 connections in healthcare
20 years of experience
Cheadle, SK8 2PX
2 connections in healthcare
About Dr. Helen Petersen
Dr Helen Petersen is a Manchester-based Consultant Oral Surgeon, who treats both adults and children, under local and general anaesthetic and intravenous sedation. She consults privately at the BMI Alexandra Hospital and has a wealth of experience in the diagnosis and management of oral conditions including the following:
- Removal of teeth, roots, impacted teeth, and wisdom teeth
- Surgical endodontics (apicectomy)
- Jaw cysts
- Soft tissue lesions
- Exposure of impacted teeth, including canines, for orthodontic treatment
Dr Petersen has also spent extensive time training at a specialist facial pain service at the Eastman Dental Institute and is experienced in the treatment of oral soft tissue conditions such as ulcers and lichen planus. She has a special interest in pre-orthodontic surgery, which includes the removal/exposure of impacted teeth, including canines and supernumeries.
Dr Petersen is the current lead for the paediatric oral surgery service and clinical lead for oral surgery within the Manchester Foundation Trust where she works closely as part of a multidisciplinary team to manage her patients' conditions. Dr Petersen is also a valued member of the Manchester Hypodontia team which takes on patients who have particularly complex dental needs.
Dr Petersen is dedicated to her patients and has achieved two awards in clinical excellence for performing above and beyond the duties of her role. She also has a passion for research and was previously awarded a research training fellowship from the Wellcome Trust in order to complete her PhD. Dr Petersen has had her research published in journals and has presented her work internationally. In addition, she currently holds the position of Editor-in-Chief for the international journal, 'Oral Surgery'.
Dr Petersen also has an interest in medical education and is an accredited senior fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a member of the Academy of Medical Educators. She delivers lectures at the University of Manchester where she is the Programme Director for the Masters degree course in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr Petersen is also an invited examiner for the Overseas Registration Examination and a council member of the British Association of Oral Surgeons (BAOS).
Subspecialties
- Oral Surgery
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Dental Council
No. 85743
Qualifications
Education
BDS (Hons)
MFDS RCS
Prof Cert TLHPE (SFHEA)
MAcad MedEd
MOral Surg RCS
PhD
Memberships
Royal College of Surgeons
British Association of Oral Surgeons (BAOS)
Association of British Academic Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (ABAOMS)
General Dental Council
Higher Education Academy (SFHEA)
Academy of Medical Educators
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa
- Aetna
- Aviva Health
- General and Medical
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Freedom Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- The PHC
Fees
New appointment
£230Follow-up appointment
£150
Locations
The Alexandra Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)
Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
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Reviews
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Dr. Helen Petersen demonstrates a professional, kind, caring, and reassuring manner, consistently putting patients at ease during their interactions. She provides clear, detailed explanations for a range of procedures, ensuring patients and their families fully understand their care. Her confident approach covers specific treatments such as biopsies, lump removal, and tooth extractions. Dr. Petersen gate_crash s recognised expertise in oral surgery, tooth extraction, and dental surgery delivers excellent patient results.
Dr Helen what can I say!? Professionally was amazing in every possible way. She put me at ease with any concerns I had . She was clear and concise with her explanation of the procedure. Any questions I did have she answered with confidence and reassurance . Her knowledge of her field was unquestionable. I never once felt rushed or pressured to be quick. Dr Helen Personally was kind,considerate and approachable . A very genuine person who anyone would be lucky to meet . I can not recommend Dr Helen more! She made and uncomfortable and intrusive situation seems like a breeze. Thank you!
Helen was extremely reassuring & pro active. I received a comprehensive screening as a follow up from my GP , in response to the request from Helen for blood tests. Her explanations were clear & her examinations thorough. Both appointments were very pleasant experiences.
The best doctor I've ever encountered. Dr Petersen is extremely professional, she takes the time to explain everything she'll do and her findings. She took time to read the ultrasound report outline and to explain each section as well as requested for further questions.
We appreciated being made welcome and that made us feel more relaxed and therefore supported. My daughter’s consultant went over and beyond to make her feel as calm as possible and had liaised with her anaesthetic colleague to make the preparation for theatre as stress free as possible. We felt listened to and safe
My special needs 15 year old daughter needed an extraction and was very apprehensive. From the reception by the porter, the nurses, Dr Helen and the aesthetician the whole experience was calm, friendly , reassuring and very positive. My daughter has no bad memories of the visit and to her it was a friendly visit to see a dentist. I can’t praise the whole team high enough and thank them for their warm, calm and friendly welcoming experience.
Dr Peterson was excellent in every way. She was very approachable and explained in depth the procedure. This was my child’s first Hospital procedure, and she felt informed and relaxed. From booking the initial consultation appointment with the lovely Diane, everything was informative.
Excellent supportive Approach - both Professional, and Informative from the onset Concluding in a pain free surgical procedure. Thank you Dr Peterson Patricia H.
Dr Petersen has been very professional & caring through the whole process from initial diagnosis to surgery & aftercare
Dr Helen removed a lump from my 5 year old daughters mouth. What I loved most was that Helen talked mainly directly to my daughter, making her actually feel excited about having surgery! We were informed of everything, every step of the way, had great care and we were very confident with Dr Helen.
We couldn't have had a better experience from start to finish . Dr Petersen made my son feel so comfortable and included him in all conversations which was so lovely . We are so happy with the result , we are thrilled , thank you !!
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Dr. Helen Petersen's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 126 reviews.
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Dr. Helen Petersen speaks English
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Dr. Helen Petersen primarily practices at The Alexandra Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Mill Lane, Cheadle, United Kingdom, SK8 2PX
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