The new location for the 'Invisalign Queen' will be bringing award-winning Invisalign excellence to the city centre.
Set up by award-winning dentist, Dr Hodgson, the new practice comes as an expansion of the family-focused practice, The Dental Studio in Wakefield.
Set over two floors, this state-of-the-art, the new, luxury practice is a truly unique concept. Named The Dental Architect, it will offer standard dental services, but with a specialist focus on cosmetic dentistry, including Invisalign aligners and teeth whitening.
Dr Hodgson's original practice staff. / Image: The Dental Studio
Dr Hodgson has built up a solid reputation, with clients and colleagues alike often referring to her as 'The Invisalign Queen', after her work at The Dental Studio. Having won countless accolades for both her practice and the team as a whole and for her work individually, it's fair to say the name comes naturally to Dr Hodgson.
The practice won awards in the Dental Awards 2020, were announced as the North's Dental Awards Team of the Year in 2020, and Martina herself was named in the Dentistry Top 50 in 2021, amongst many other awards.
The Invisalign Queen, Dr Hodgson. / Image: PGHL
The Dental Architect is going to located in a stunning Grade II listed building right on Wellington Street in Leeds city centre. Originally a leather warehouse designed by Henry Walker in 1873, the beautiful, Victorian sandstone façade is complemented by the beautiful interior design, showcasing exposed brickwork, wooden beams and cast-iron pillars.
Conveniently located near to both Leeds train station and City Square, the new clinic is in the heart of the Leeds business district, so this will be a prime location for professionals as employees return to work from offices later this month as the lockdown restriction finally ease.
The new practice will be located in a stunning Grade II listed building. / Image: PGHL
The Dental Architect ‘s primary focus will be cosmetic dentistry; however, they will also offer a wide range of dental procedures for both private and corporate clients, such as – preventive hygiene, children’s dentistry, orthodontics, implants and general dentistry.
Dr Hodgson is an internationally recognised Invisalign specialist and teacher who regularly speaks on Clear Aligner Therapy and Invisalign. Qualifying from Leeds University over two decades ago in 2001, her reputation as an internationally acclaimed cosmetic dentist and Leeds’ top Invisalign provider is going to make her practice a popular choice in Leeds.
The new practice will be located in a stunning Grade II listed building. / Image: PGHL
A top tier, Diamond-level accredited Invisalign provider, Dr Hodgson's academic prowess meant that she was one of the first UK dentists to gain a Postgraduate Diploma in Clear Aligner Therapy. Since then, her years of experience and excellence have led to her seat on the Private Dentistry Magazine's Editorial Advisory Board. She is also a staunch advocate for women coming into the profession, as Co-Founder of Inspiring Women in Dentistry, where Dr Hodgson offers mentoring and support for women in dentistry.
Speaking about the new opening, 'Invisalign Queen', Dr Hodgson said:
"I am so excited to be bringing my exciting new dentistry concept to Leeds! From being a student here more than 20 years ago to now opening the biggest cosmetic and Invisalign-focussed provider in the city, it feels so great to come full-circle."
Image: The Dental Studio
"More people than ever are seeking out professional assistance to reveal their best smiles, and we love to facilitate the self-confidence that comes with being proud of your teeth and loving your smile."
Although The Dental Architect will not open its doors until 22nd March, Dr Hodgson's practice is offering an new launch offer price for Invisalign, which includes a free Zoom consultations available from early February.
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You can boost your serotonin and cuddle with a litter of Dalmatian puppies in Leeds
A pooch therapy session is coming to Leeds where you can cuddle with a litter of adorable Dalmatian puppies.
If you're feeling down in the dumps and looking for a dopamine hit, then there's an event taking place in Leeds just for you.
Pooch Therapy offer a unique and heartwarming initiative dedicated to enhancing the lives of both puppies and humans through specially curated sessions.
Each event includes on hour of play and cuddles with the puppies and are designed to support the early socialisation of puppies while providing participants with a powerful boost to their mental wellbeing.
This Sunday 3 May, 13 Dalmatian puppies will be heading their way to The Woods in Chapel Allerton from 1-2pm for all your cuddling needs.
So get ready for cuddles, snuggles, wagging tails and plenty of spots.
Here's what Pooch Therapy say about the event: "These sessions aren’t just cute, they’re purposeful too. You’ll be helping the puppies through their final stages of socialisation before they head off to their forever homes, while giving yourself a moment to switch off, reset, and soak up some seriously wholesome energy.
"Participants in our sessions enjoy the scientifically backed benefits of animal-assisted therapy. Interacting with playful, affectionate puppies helps reduce stress, elevate serotonin and dopamine levels, and promote an overall sense of calm and happiness.
"Each public event is thoughtfully planned 2-7 weeks in advance to ensure a safe, enriching environment for both the puppies and participants. In addition, we run private events, from care homes, corporates to pop-stars dressing rooms, we deliver moments of joy, connection and wellbeing wherever we go."
Ne-Yo and Akon at First Direct Arena – tickets, times, setlist and more for UK tour
Clementine Hall
Two R&B greats are heading out on a joint headline tour for the first time, as Ne-Yo and Akon visit Leeds' First Direct Arena.
Both artists are Grammy Award winners, and each has a formidable back catalogue of chart-topping hits.
For Ne-Yo, that includes songs like Miss Independent, So Sick, and Closer; while for Akon, he’s responsible for huge tracks like Smack That, Lonelty, and Right Now (Na Na Na).
Between them, they’ve shaped and defined radio, nightlife, and pop culture for decades.
This 2026 tour will see the pair performing on the same stage – for Leeds that's the First Direct Arena – for a co-headline Nights Like This tour.
Tonight, Thursday 30 April, they’ll perform in a unique back-and-forth set throughout the show.
You might have already seen some pretty iconic videos of their tour already circulating the internet, so it's safe to say you're in for a treat.
The nostalgic gigs will feature everything from slow jams to club anthems, with a party atmosphere throughout.
Are there tickets left for Ne-Yo and Akon at First Direct Arena?
It looks like tickets are limited for tonight, but you may be able to grab a few last minute ones HERE via Ticketmaster.
Ne-yo and Akon setlist for 2026 tour
Judging by previous nights of the tour, the current set list is looking like this...
Ne-Yo
The Way You Make Me Feel (Michael Jackson cover) (Snippet)
Miss Independent
Because Of You
Nobody
Champagne Life
One in a Million
Akon
Akon's Beautiful Day
Smack That
I'm So Paid
Locked Up
Soul Survivor (Jeezy cover)
Ne-Yo
She Knows
Single
Mirror
Sexy Love
Akon
Bananza (Belly Dancer)
Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill) (Wyclef Jean cover)
Bartender (T‐Pain cover)
Body on me (Ashanti cover)
Dangerous (Kardinal Offishall cover)
Songs Ne-Yo/Akon Produced
Let Me Love You (Mario cover)
Titanium (David Guetta/Sia Cover) / Take A Bow (Rihanna Cover) / Drunk In Love (Beyoncé Cover) / Irreplaceable (Beyoncé Cover) / Just Dance (Lady Gaga)
Akon
Don't Matter
Danza Kuduro (Remix)
The Sweet Escape (Gwen Stefani song)
Shut It Down (Pitbull song)
Angel
Ghetto
Sorry, Blame It On Me
Lonely
Ne-Yo
So Sick
Mad
NIGHTS LIKE THESE
Simple Things
Up Out & Gone
Beautiful Monster
Closer
Akon
QUE CALOR (Akon crowd surfs in an inflatable ball)
I Wanna Love You
Right Now (Na Na Na)
Beautiful
Sexy Bitch (David Guetta cover)
Til the Sun Rise Up (Bob Sinclair cover)
Ne-Yo
Let's Go
Let Me Love You (Until You Learn To Love Yourself)
Time of Our Lives
Give Me Everything
Encore:
Play Hard (David Guetta cover) - Akon & Ne-Yo on stage
Stage times for Ne-Yo and Akon at First Direct Arena
Doors open: 6.30pm
Gig starts: 8pm
Gig ends: 11pm
How to get to First Direct Arena
Bus Station
Located on Dyer Street next to Leeds City Bus Station and approx. 15min walk from first direct arena and is wheelchair friendly.
Support and help for any persons with a disability is available as the station is a registered ‘Safe place’ to come into and ask for assistance.
Nearest Bus Stops
Clay Pit Lane
Wade Lane/Lovell Park Road
Woodhouse Lane
Nearest Train Station
Leeds City Station on New Station Street is around a 15min walk from first direct arena and a major hub on the national, regional and local rail network providing connections to a wide variety of destinations.
Parking
There are over 7,500 car parking spaces within a 15-minute walk of the arena. The arena doesn’t have it’s own car park however there are lots of options nearby. To receive 5% off Q Park when attending a show at first direct arena click here
The nearest Car Park with EV charging is located on Albion Street click here.
None of the above car parks are operated by the arena so for questions, queries or comments we ask that you contact the companies directly.
Hiring Bikes in Leeds
If you’re looking to hire a bike in Leeds, here are some of the best options you can try:
Beryl bikes – you’ll find the ‘Leeds City Bikes’ from Beryl stationed throughout the city. These are all e-bikes, and they’re available to hire on a pay-as-you-go basis. It costs £1 to unlock the bikes, and then 16p per minute to use them. We’d say these are great for zipping around the city and getting from A to B.
Talio – for a wider selection of electric bikes to choose from, Talio based at Buslinthorpe Green is a great option. From this company, you can hire cruiser bikes, mountain bikes, and cargo bikes. Prices start from £20 per day for rental, but if you’re hiring for a month or longer you’ll get a good discount.