Our story
Nick and Jason first met whilst working at a laboratory in Denham in 1993 and soon decided to form a partnership together, initially renting bench space within an established chrome laboratory. After just 18 months they were able to rent their own premises and Oakview Restorations was born. Their vision was to create a state-of-the-art laboratory and they became the first lab in the UK to buy the Cerec CAD/CAM system.Jim, who had been working independently for several years, subsequently approached Oakview to commission zirconia crowns for one of his clients. The three of them hit it off immediately and joined forces forming a limited company which included the purchase of the premises in Saunderton where they have been since 2006. In December 2010 they purchased the adjoining unit to accommodate the expanding team.
“Oakview are a very friendly and responsive team. Great quality, first class service and excellent turnaround time.
Overall, an exceptional lab.”
Dr R B Johnson
BDS, Ipswich
Jason Foster GDC no. 146489
Partner
Gold casting and implant specialist with 20 years' experience and knowledge of virtually all implant systems. Jason is also our CAD/CAM expert and is a member of the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI).
Nick Powers GDC no. 132555
Partner
With vast experience of many ceramic and composite systems our porcelain and composite specialist, Nick, graduated from the Eastman Dental Hospital in 1979.
Jim Webb GDC no. 132081
Partner
Jim graduated with distinction from the Royal Dental Hospital in 1981 and is a highly experienced ceramist using both conventional and pressed methods. He joined Oakview as a partner in 2003.
Roy Davies GDC no. 145560
A master craftsman and expert prosthetics technician, Roy also operates as Lead Technical Consultant and Trainer for Myerson UK & Europe and Panadent UK. He publishes papers regularly and his renowned "True-to-life” dentures seminars are always well attended. Roy's aim is to achieve the ultimate in aesthetics for removable dentures.
Stuart Epstein GDC no. 129918
Stuart joined the team in April 2011. His skill set covers crown and bridge and a comprehensive knowledge of most implant systems. His vast experience also includes CAD/CAM and pressable ceramics such as e.max.
Barbara Hilgier GDC no. 200428
Experienced in prosthetics, crown and bridge work, Barbara joined the team in 2011 to assist Roy with increasing demand.
Tracey Godfrey GDC no. 142349
Tracey joined Oakview in August 2011 as an experienced dental technician providing a valuable support role throughout the lab.
Sabine Wong
Sabine qualified in Dental Technology in Hamburg 1988. Having worked in various laboratories she joined Oakview as an experienced Model Maker in 2010.
Kirsten Tilley
Kirsten has a varied background in business and client facing roles. She joined the team in 2010 to look after Oakview's increasing customer base and to ensure that dentists are kept informed of innovative new products and services on offer.
