HEATON MERSEY DENTAL
Our Dental Care Professionals
Christopher Ainsworth BDS
Principal Dentist, Practice Owner & Partner
GDC No. 77493
Chris has been the principal dentist at Heaton Mersey Dental since 2019. He has been running successful practices since 2005 and has over 20 years of experience in dentistry having previously worked as an associate dentist in Stockport, and as a principal dentist at practices in Wigan, Bolton and Cheadle Hulme.
Hunain Sattar BDS
Associate Dentist
GDC No. 277481
Dr Hunain Sattar graduated from Plymouth University in 2018 and completed his foundation training in Macclesfield before joining the Heaton Mersey team in 2019. Hunain practices general dentistry ranging from restorative work such as filling and root canals to prosthetic work such as crowns and dentures. Hunain’s interests lie in cosmetic dentistry which include whitening and composite bonding. Outside of dentistry his hobbies include playing football and going to the gym to stay active and keep fit.
Farah Yassir BDS
Associate Dentist
GDC No. 177848
Farah graduated from Leeds Dental School in 2009. In 2011 she completed a postgraduate diploma with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh making her a Member of the Faculty of Dental Surgery.
She joined Heaton Mersey Dental in October 2019. Farah carries out all aspects of general dentistry & has a true passion for extractions. She has a calm & gentle approach when treating her patients, especially the nervous ones and has a brilliant manner with children.
Farah was an Honorary Clinical Supervisor for Undergraduate Hygiene and Therapy students from the University of Liverpool for 3 years. She is currently working as a Clinical Tutor at the University of Manchester where she supervises and teaches the undergraduate dentists. It brings her great joy to as act as a mentor and guide to the next generation of dentists.
Farah also likes to give back & she has travelled to Vietnam to volunteer at orphanages to provide children with emergency dental treatment.
In her spare time Farah likes to spend time with her family. Her daughters keep her busy when she’s not at work.
Ross Whyld BDS
Associate Dentist
GDC No. 258607
Ross gained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Manchester; graduating with two academic prizes. Since graduating, he has worked in Stretford and Macclesfield, before starting at Heaton Mersey Dental in 2019. In 2016 he was shortlisted for the British Society of Advanced Dentistry Poster Prize.
He is interested in all aspects of dentistry and advocates minimally invasive procedures and enjoys helping patients make informed decisions about their treatment. He has undertaken post-graduate courses so that he is able to provide short term orthodontics (C-Fast braces), facial aesthetics and anti-wrinkle injections and enjoys aesthetic treatment such as composite bonding and veneers.
Aside from dentistry, he also has a first-class degree in politics and had a career as an accountant before undertaking his dental training.
In his spare time, he enjoys running, cycling, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Mahnur Noor
ABDS Associate Dentist
GDC No.283924
Mahnur graduated from the University of Leeds in 2019 with distinction, and has gone on to gain her diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS) at the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. She has worked in various practices across Nottinghamshire, before moving to the North West in 2023, where she continues to provide both NHS and private dentistry.
Mahnur enjoys all aspects of dental care, in particular cosmetic work, for which she received the UK Undergraduate Award from the Royal College of Physician & Surgeons Glasgow. Mahnur is also an Invisalign GO provider. You can find her on instagram @dr.mahnur.
Outside of work, Mahnur enjoys spending time with her family, going for brunch and travelling.
Zara Rana
Hygienist
GDC No. 283996
Beyond my technical expertise, I am committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for my patients. I believe that building strong relationships and trust with my patients is key to achieving the best possible outcome.
Claire Flannery
Dental Nurse
GDC No.158115
Hi I’m Claire. I qualified at Manchester Dental Hospital in 1997 as a Dental Nurse. I am very passionate about dentistry and giving our patients here at Heaton Mersey Dental the best dental experience. Before working here, I have worked at several practices across Manchester assisting dentists and consultants with a wide range of treatments including implants, sinus lifts, bone grafting, orthodontics and cosmetic dentistry.
Away from work I like to spend time at the gym and walking our family dog. I also enjoy family time where a great deal of time is either spent watching my son play football or going to watch Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Hend Khalil
Dental Nurse
GDC No. 289273
Hend is a Qualified Dental Nurse and has been in dentistry since 2018 . She has joined our team recently and is a great addition to our team. In her free time Hend enjoys spending time with her kids, walking and socialising with friends.
Huma Ashfaq
Trainee Nurse
My name’s Huma. I am a trainee dental nurse, I have been training for 5 months and have learnt a lot, both chairside and through research. I enjoy working at Heaton Mersey Dental and look forward to qualifying. Outside of work I am a keen baker and love to travel and shop!*
Donna Yates
Practice Manager
Donna began her journey at Heaton Mersey Dental in 2020, stepping in as a Dental Receptionist. By 2023, she embraced the responsibility of Practice Manager. With a passion for seamless operations, patient happiness, and working with in a friendly team , Donna is dedicated to the practice's success. Beyond work, she cherishes moments with her family, friends, and four feline companions. Donna's zest for life extends to staying active, organizing outings, and indulging in the magic of musical theatre and live performances.
Sadie Gage
Receptionist
Hi my names Sadie I’m the receptionist at Heaton Mersey Dental Practice. I have over a years worth is experience working in dentistry. I joined the practice in January 2024.