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Dr.Adnan Safdar
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: BDS England, 2008
GDC No: 153742
Adnan graduated from the prestigious King’s College London, followed by an additional year of study for which he attained a First Class (Hons) BSc degree and a distinction for his research.
He then wished to develop his skills and broaden his perspective in dentistry. Firstly, he worked in the Oral & Maxillofacial departments, then completed a Restorative Dentistry post and worked as a Specialty Dentist in Restorative Dentistry.
Adnan moved to Manchester where he worked in NHS dentistry before ultimately making the move to private practice.
He continued his enthusiasm for learning and building his skills in order to offer the highest standard of care for his patients. He completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Restorative Dentistry (Tipton Training) and a MSc in Dental Implantology with merit (University of Manchester).
Adnan’s passion is in dental implants and his role focuses solely on this at {my}dentist. He is friendly, approachable, down to earth and strives to deliver high standards of Dental care. He continues to refine his skills through various courses, seminars and conferences both in the UK and overseas.
Adnan also enjoys spending time with his young family, socialising with friends, travelling, trekking, playing football, reading and supporting Leicester City!
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Dr.Catalina Romila
Qualified from: Iasi Romania, 2004
GDC No: 175910
Catalina graduated in 2004 from one of the most prestigious Dental Universities in Romania. After working at her own practice for 6 years as a general dental practitioner, she moved to the UK, where she incorporated her skills into the NHS and private dentistry and later into her own practice.
Catalina is a member of the British Dental Association and British Society of Periodontology. She is passionate about Periodontics, graduating with a Master’s degree with Merit in 2018 from the University of Central Lancashire. She strongly believes that the status of the gums has a huge impact on the dental and general health of the patients.
Outside of work, Catalina enjoys long walks in the nature with her family, practicing meditation and regularly going to the gym. She is committed to exploring her potential, recently discovering a new skill for abstract painting.
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Dr.Junaid Guzunfhar Iqbal
Qualified from: BDS University of Manchester United Kingdom, 2013
GDC No: 244232
Junaid graduated from the university of Manchester in 2013 after completing his foundation training in Leeds he worked in a general dental practice carrying out advanced restorative work. Junaid was then appointed as a senior house officer in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery at the countess of Cheshire Hospital. Junaid successfully completed his membership of Faculty Dental Surgery and was awarded his diploma in 2015. Junaid completed a certificate in advanced restorative dentistry in Harley Street in 2016 and then perused further post graduate training in dental implantology. Junaid has developed a special interest in oral surgery and he now works in a hospital setting and multiple dental practices across Manchester, Liverpool and Lancashire accepting referrals for complex wisdom teeth, dental implants and apicectomies. Junaid offers intravenous sedation, he is also a IACSD and STAC accredited mentor for IV sedation, a SAAD Member and IV Sedation trainer. He is also an active Examiner for the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow.
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Dr.Konstantinos Kontonatsios
Qualified from: Degree in Dental Surgery at the University of Athens Greece , 2006
GDC No: 104775
Kostas graduated in Greece obtaining his DDS degree from the faculty of dentistry at the university of Athens. after working a short period of time at a private practice in Athens, he decided to move to the United Kingdom where he developed an interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry. After completing a year long course in aesthetic dentistry in the Paul Timpton academy, he was selected to complete a master degree in restorative adhesive dentistry in Sheffield Dental School. The course provided him with knowledge in all aspects of restorative dentistry with a special interest in adhesive dentistry, a branch of dentistry which deals with adhesion or bonding to the natural substance of teeth. Kostas believes in evidence based dentistry, showing the benefits of reduced tooth preparation and the importance of an intact enamel structure for the long term health of teeth. Kostas also has a passion for playing tennis.
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Dr.Rahim Kanji
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: BDS Manchester , 2006
GDC No: 103150
Since graduating from the University of Manchester in 2006, Rahim has developed extensive experience in both aesthetic and restorative dentistry, whilst perusing his personal interest in dental implantology. He has successfully completed an MSc in Dental Implantology. Since 2007 Rahim has worked solely in private practice and has a broad experience in treating multiple dental challenges including: complex tooth wear cases, dental phobics, advanced gum disease and multidisciplinary cases.
Rahim now solely focuses within the field of implantology and is a peripatetic implantolgist and works across multiple practices around the northwest. His work is typified by an exceptional level of professionalism, which extends to a strong focus on continued professional development and keeping up to date with the latest advances and techniques – something he now takes a step further in his work lecturing and teaching/mentoring dentists new to the field.
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Dr.Suleman Anwar
(Dental Implant Surgeon)
Qualified from: BDS, MFDS RCS (Ed), PG Cert (Implantology) UK, 2012
GDC No: 229131
Dr Anwar studied at the University of Manchester, and after completing his undergraduate BDS degree, went on to complete further qualifications in general, cosmetic and implant dentistry and qualified as a member of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.
He spent two years working in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery performing complex procedures such as surgical trauma and cancer operations. Dr Anwar also used his advanced skills and knowledge working at the Manchester Dental Hospital doing advanced restorative work including micoscopic dentistry.
Dr Anwar has extensive experience in the field of oral surgery and Dental Implants. He has a keen interest in aesthetic treatments and has developed a wide range of skills in this area. He has a passion for aesthetic treatment which reflect in his attention to detail when performing surgical implants to improve patients smiles.
In his spare time, Suleman enjoys reading a good book, playing sport (tennis, cricket and football to name a few) and watching the latest movies.
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Miss .Dima Mobarak
(Orthodontist)
Qualified from: BDS United Kingdom, 2015
GDC No: 258483
Dr Dima Mobarak
BDS, MFDS, MClin Res, MOrth RCS (Ed)
After completing her degree in Dentistry from the University of Birmingham in 2015, Dima was appointed as a hospital dentist in Manchester Dental Hospital where she gained skills across a number of different specialties. Dima completed her Membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery exams in 2017 and then went onto work in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery in the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham followed by a Paediatric & Orthodontic post in Glasgow Dental Hospital and NHS Lanarkshire. Dima then began her 3-year full time speciality training programme working as a registrar in Orthodontics at the Royal Liverpool Hospital and successfully completed her MOrth exams with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Dima has also undertaken a Masters in Clinical Research for which she was awarded a distinction. She has presented her research nationally and internationally and is a successful author of two books.
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Miss .Sophia Guy
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: BSc Oral Health Science United Kingdom, 2021
GDC No: 296832
Sophia graduated from the University of Manchester with a BSc(hons) degree in Dental Hygiene and Therapy. During your hygiene appointment, you will learn the best ways to maintain a healthy mouth and prevent any oral diseases. Sophia’s favourite part of her job is helping patients gain confidence by improving their oral hygiene and creating a positive dental experience. Sophia has further enhanced her skills by completing a facial aesthetics course and is now offering Dermal filler services including lip enhancements at the practice! outside of work Sophia enjoys socializing with friends and enjoying nice holidays. Sophia is also a keen baker.
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Miss.Carly Tierney
(Treatment co-ordinator)
Qualified from: NVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing United Kingdom , 2016
GDC No: 266795
Carly qualified as a Dental Nurse back in 2016 through working as an apprentice with the {my}dentist Academy. Since then Carly has not only built her own skills and knowledge as a Dental Nurse but had further training to become a mentor to help new trainee Dental Nurses in their studies as well, which she loved and gets a thrill out of seeing their success. She takes pride in building relationships with patients, putting them at ease and ensuring they have the best experience from start to finish, which is why she was the perfect person to work alongside Hannah as a Treatment Coordinator. Carly uses her skills and knowledge to discuss treatment options with patients and give them the 5 star journey all our patients deserve. Outside of work Carly loves shopping and spending time with her family and friends.
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Miss.Lindsey Shaw
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: Glasg United Kingdom, 1993
GDC No: 4497
Lindsey qualified at Glasgow University Dental Hospital in 1993 and was awarded the Stafford Miller Oral Health Promotion Prize for the best projects for her year. Lindsey is our senior dental hygienist. Her dental philosophy is to treat the patient ‘holistically’ the real challenge is trying to motivate her patients to change their habits for the better to improve their overall health. Over the years Lindsey has always further developed herself and pursued her interests, such as taking her Bsc in Psychology. To relax Lindsey enjoys the simpler things in life such as; Meditation and walking her 2 dogs.
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Miss.Ruth Parry
(Hygienist)
Qualified from: Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy United Kingdom, 2017
GDC No: 218108
Ruth started working in Dentistry as a trainee dental nurse in Anglesey 2008, since then she has worked for practices in Cambridgeshire, gaining experience nursing in orthodontics and dental implants.
Ruth passed the National Certificate in Dental Nursing in 2011, the British Dental Association Certificate in Dental Radiography in 2013 and the IRMER dental referrers course in 2017, and qualified from The Greater Manchester School for Dental Care Professionals with a Diploma in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy in the same year. Ruth enjoys the positive impact her role has on promoting patients long term oral health.
Outside of work Ruth is a member of her local Slimming World social team, a singer in a band and supporter of the Cats Protection charity.
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Mr .Evangelos Stogiannis
Qualified from: DDS, Thessaloniki Greece, 2010
GDC No: 210914
Evangelos graduated from Aristotle in 2010.During his 2 final years of studies he worked at a dental implantology practice where he gained a deeper knowledge of implants.After completing his studies he joined the forces for one year where he was appointed at the military hospital where he had the opportunity to develop his skills in different areas of dentistry. Evangelos moved to the UK in 2011 where he started working in NHS/mixed practices across Manchester.In 2014 he completed a course in Aesthetic dentistry at Eastman dental institute, in order to improve his skills in providing aesthetic dentistry. Evangelos is also a certified invisalign Go provider offering an alternative to conventional orthodontics.His main aim is to help his patients to get the smile they need to improve their confidence. One of his future goals is to explore the field of facial aesthetics.Outside of practice Evangelos enjoys training, cooking and travelling
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Mr .Matthew James Edwards
Qualified from: BDS United Kingdom, 2010
GDC No: 192313
Matt graduated from Newcastle University in 2010 and has experience of working in both NHS and private practice. He completed a two-year post-graduate course in Aesthetic and Restorative dentistry at Tipton Training Academy, and was awarded the prize for ‘Best Dentist on the Restorative Course’ in his second year. The course has given him experience in all aspects of restorative and cosmetic dentistry including white fillings, crowns and bridgework, whitening and veneers. It also gave him a more detailed understanding of the complex way in which teeth bite together and move over each other, giving a solid foundation to his restorative work and allowing him to treat clicks and pains in the jaw. Matt believes in an evidence-based approach and likes to take the time to talk his patients through treatment options allowing them to make an informed choice.
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Mr.Aristomenis Moumtzis
Qualified from: Ovidius University, Constantza, Romania Romania, 2001
GDC No: 172897
Aris graduated from Ovidius University in 2001. After working some years in Greece in a private practice he decided to move to England in 2009 to pursue a postgraduate degree. Until 2012 he worked at a mixed NHS and private clinic in Essex. He was then accepted in Manchester University for a Master Degree in Endodontics.
Aris joined IDH/{my}dentist as soon as he graduated from his MSc and embarked on a journey to set up a referral network for endodontic treatment with amazing support of his colleagues and practice manager. He is also sharing his knowledge at Manchester University Dental Hospital as a Clinical Fellow in the postgraduate programme of Endodontics.
Aris says “I do what I enjoy, root canal treatments and everything related to them.”
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Mr.Kyle Daniel Hunt
Qualified from: BDS England, 2013
GDC No: 245003
Since Kyle graduated at The University of Sheffield in 2013, he has practiced both with the NHS and privately throughout the North-West of England. Throughout that time he has gained experiences in many aspects of dentistry and has developed a passion for conservative dentistry, a method of dentistry which aims to maintain as much of your natural tooth as possible. This includes both tooth coloured fillings and dental whitening. Kyle has developed his knowledge of dentistry by completing a postgraduate diploma in restorative dentistry and is currently progressing further to achieve a masters level. Kyle believes it is important to listen to patients, which enables him to tailor dental care to their specific needs and endeavours to make the dental experience as comfortable as possible. Outside of work Kyle enjoys golf, tennis, and spending time with his friends and family.
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Miss.Marques Vera
Qualified from: LDS at the Faculty of Dental Medicine in Lisbon University, Portugal in 2002 Portugal, 2002
GDC No: 100461
Vera believes that the best way to treat her patients is to listen to them and to take great care in delivering superior quality to the treatments she provides. Vera’s main interests are conservative dentistry, facial aesthetics, speaking at seminars and person-centred therapy. She has completed several aesthetic bonding cases with great success. They have less destructive effects over restored teeth and are delivered at a lower cost compared to lab made restorations. Aesthetic bonding is also often used to complement the straightening of teeth with Invisalign Go. Her whitening cases achieve excellent results due to prolonged treatment and her continual support. She provides simple and natural looking facial aesthetic treatments. Additionally, Vera has completed an Msc in person-centered counselling and psychotherapy, which she now uses to deliver seminar presentations. She has also completed a diploma in hypnotherapy, skills she uses to provide independent psychotherapy and hypnotherapy sessions to treat problems such as depression and anxiety.
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Dr.Matthew Chaplin
Qualified from: BDS Lond 2013 England, 2013
GDC No: 244979
Matthew graduated from King's College London in 2013 with the prestigious Peter Lunt Prize. In the following year, during his foundation training he was a finalist for the UK’s Young Dentist of the Year Award, 2014. He then wished to develop his surgical skills further and commenced Dental Core Training in Oral and Maxillo-facial Surgery, being placed at the world renowned UCL Eastman, with an Honorary post as a Senior House Officer at Great Ormond Street Hospital. This was followed by a further position at The Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle and Newcastle Dental Hospital.
Working with undergraduate students gave him a passion for teaching. He consequently completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education at Newcastle University while working as a General Dental Practitioner in Cornwall. This new knowledge was used to become a mentor, allowing him to successfully training Dental Nurses.
His holistic approach to patient care has led him to develop skills in other areas, completing his Master’s Degree in Advanced Restorative Dentistry from Manchester University in 2021. He uses these skills synchronously with ‘SmileFast’, ‘Enlighten Whitening’ and Facial aesthetics training from ‘DermaMedical’ to provide patients with an overall naturally enhanced look.
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Dr.Amardeep Singh
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle,UK, 2015
GDC No: 258867
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Dr .Samuel Harry Gowen
Qualified from: BDS UK, 2019
GDC No: 283683
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