Kathryn Bell
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| Born | 1980 (age 45–46) United Kingdom |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Dental Surgeon, Aesthetic Practitioner |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Known for | Brain Tumour Charity Ambassador, facial aesthetics, dental wellness |
| Spouse(s) | Duncan Bell |
| Website | www |
Dr Kathryn Bell (born 1980) is a British dental surgeon, facial aesthetic practitioner, and Brain Tumour Charity Ambassador. She is known for her integrated approach to cosmetic dentistry, aesthetics and skin health, as well as for her public advocacy following her survival from a life-threatening brain tumour at age 17. Bell is married to former England rugby union player Duncan Bell.
Early Life and Health
Bell grew up in Sale, Greater Manchester, and attended Sale Grammar School. At the age of 17, she survived a brain tumour, brain haemorrhage, meningitis, and hydrocephalus. She received lifesaving treatment in the United States at Norton Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky, where she was treated for the tumour, haemorrhage, and meningitis. She continued her recovery at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, where she was treated for hydrocephalus.
Her remarkable recovery inspired her commitment to healthcare, resilience, and patient-centred support, and led to her involvement with The Brain Tumour Charity, where she now serves as an ambassador.
Education and Career
Bell graduated with honours from the University of Leeds Dental Institute in 2005. While at university, she was elected President of the Leeds University Dental Students’ Society, where she championed academic and student welfare initiatives.
She completed her foundation training in Selby, North Yorkshire, before spending nine years working within the NHS. In 2014, she transitioned to private practice, increasingly specialising in aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry.
In 2010, she completed a postgraduate diploma with the Royal College of Surgeons and later pursued advanced training in Facial Aesthetics, including a Level 4 diploma in Skin Science. She is currently undertaking a Master’s degree in Aesthetic Medicine and delivers advanced facial aesthetic treatments including composite bonding, clear aligners, polynucleotides, exosomes, and Sunekos therapy. She also offers genetic testing for certain conditions related to aesthetics (such as GlycanAge, Telotest and trichotest) and collagen support protocols for aesthetic and skin health.
In 2024, Bell was a featured speaker at the annual Colosseum Dental Conference, where she presented on The Future of Facial Aesthetics, highlighting advances in regenerative therapies, biohacking, and non-surgical skin rejuvenation.
Media and Public Appearances
In 2004, Bell appeared in an episode of the ITV children’s comedy My Parents Are Aliens (Fangs For the Mammaries). She has been interviewed on the Protrusive Dental Podcast, hosted by Dr Jaz Gulati, where she shared insights into her clinical approachand personal journey.
A keen runner, Bell has completed the Bath Half Marathon twice and regularly promotes wellbeing through her professional platforms.
Personal Life
Dr Bell is married to retired professional rugby player Duncan Bell, who played for Bath Rugby, England, and several other elite clubs throughout his career. The couple live nin the Cotswolds, with their 2 children and a lively household of animals including a Cavapoo, cats, chickens, and even snails.
Outside of clinical work, Bell enjoys sewing, caravan holidays, and volunteering, and places high value on family time and holistic wellness.
Advocacy and Ambassador Work
Bell is an ambassador for The Brain Tumour Charity, using her platform to raise awareness of early warning signs, support fundraising, and provide hope and encouragement to patients and families navigating serious neurological illness. Her lived experience as a survivor brings authenticity and passion to her advocacy work across healthcare and education.
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