Originally from South Africa, JC attended the Pretoria University originally obtaining a degree in Microbiology and Physiology. He proceeded with his education by conducting a year of breast cancer research. This was followed up by a degree in Dentistry, graduating in 1997. He then moved to sunny Margate in Kent starting his career in Dentistry and by 2001 began work in the private sector. By 2005 JC owned a private practice in Broadstairs. During his tenure, he obtained qualifications in facial aesthetics and attended Tipton Training in London for Implant placement. In 2013 JC travelled to Sao Paulo in Brazil to further his skills in implant placement and sinus lifts. The practice in Kent is still open and currently focuses on placing implants, cosmetic dentistry (teeth straightening) and aesthetic treatments. All of which JC is extremely passionate about and thoroughly enjoys delivering these services at Hay on Wye. During the lockdown of 2020, like a lot of people, he took stock of what he wanted out of life and decided to have a major change and bought a property in Wales as he's have always been drawn to the Welsh countryside and its beauty. JC was thrilled to be given the opportunity to work at Hay on Wye Dental Centre. He works at the practice on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Away from work, JC loves going for long walks, hiking, canoeing and generally enjoys keeping fit and healthy. He loves good food, hence the need for a lot of exercise! He is an avid fan of Rugby, especially when South Africa plays. He also loves the fact that Wales is a great rugby nation.