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With over 30 years of skilled experience, Dr Arna Irgens has been practising oral surgery since graduating from Glasgow University in 1993.
Arna’s path has been paved with years of invaluable experience gained in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery units across a range of NHS hospitals in the UK in cities including Eastbourne, Brighton, Bath, Glasgow & Falkirk.
October 2004
1993
Qualified as a Dentist from University of Glasgow
“As an undergrad, I had a high exposure to dental extractions, which led me to develop a passion for oral surgery. After spending a year in general practice and obtaining my VT certificate, I returned to the hospital to begin my specialist training in oral surgery.”
October 2004
1997
Fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons
“My commitment to continuous learning and professional development led me to work at different Oral and Maxillofacial Surgical Units in various hospitals across the country. This experience led to me successfully obtaining a Fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons, England in 1997.
October 2004
2001
Registered on the Oral Surgery Specialist List
“I have over 30 years’ worth of experience in seeing patients in clinics for consultation and diagnosis and also for operations under general anaesthetic, local anaesthetic and IV sedation.
One of the most rewarding aspects of my career has been the opportunity to train and mentor over one hundred dentists in the art of oral surgery. It’s a joy to see them grow and succeed, and several of them are now my esteemed colleagues.
I am an Associate Specialist in the Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton and the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath. I've been in this position since 2004."
Paired with her extensive experience and accolades, Dr Arna’s approach to oral surgery is an intricate blend of precision, innovation, and kindness.
She is meticulous about providing gentle, empathetic, and reassuring care, whether navigating the complexities of dental extractions, the thorough removal of cysts, wisdom teeth, frenectomies, or minor soft tissue lesions.
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(testimonials)
“I have worked with Arna for several years now and I have learnt so much from her. Her surgical skills and clinical experience are second to none. She has a calm and caring manner with her patients, and is a fantastic clinician to work alongside. Should my wisdom teeth start giving me problems there is no question I would go straight to Arna!”
Dr Charlotte Snewin
Speciality Dentist
"I have had the pleasure of working with Arna for many years. We first met in the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton 2007. Here working as an Associate Specialist she taught me; a Senior House Officer how to take out teeth. Fast forward 17 years she continues to provide me support when ever I should need it. She is an incredibly knowledgeable and capable surgeon with a wealth of experience. Her patient manor is exceptional. She is a valued member of our team who cares that our patients have the best treatment outcome as possible.
If I or my family were to ever need to have an oral surgery procedure I would ask her to do it."
Dr Judy Hayward
Speciality Dentist In Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
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Experienced oral surgeon practising in Kent; and at the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.