MONMOUTH Dental Practice is saying goodbye to its receptionist after 40 years working at the company.

Claire Powell has worked faithfully at the practice and was described as a 'God-send' by practice owner Gareth Jones.

Mr Jones said: "Claire has a great sense of humour and is fantastic with patients. She really knows how to make them feel relaxed.

"I'd like to thank her for her 40 years at the practice."

Claire said: "I would like to say an enormous thank you to all of the patients, past and present, who have become good friends over the years spent in the dental world, and to those who have given me a great deal of support and gratitude.

"I will miss you all."

The public are invited to wish Claire well on her retirement next Monday afternoon (31st March) at Monmouth Dental Practice.