Smiles Dental Alderley Edge, Cheshire

Meet the Team

Dr Aradhna Ohri Read More

BDS (Sheff) MFGDP (UK) GDC No. 69532

Aradhna Ohri worked as a Community Dental Officer in north Manchester after completing her vocational training in Sheffield. She then joined a large eight-surgery practice in ‘Brummieland’ where she gained a postgraduate qualification and a vast amount of experience working in such a large practice.

Aradhna then moved back to her home town, Manchester (where the heart is!) and worked in a private dental practice in 2004 in Altrincham.

In 2008 she secured a position teaching undergraduates at Manchester Dental Hospital. Aradhna teaches all aspects of dentistry to third to fifth year dental students. She thoroughly enjoys teaching and finds it very rewarding.

Her special interest is in root canal treatment and Aradhna recently completed a year-long advanced training course in endodontic procedures. She also enjoys all aspects of cosmetic dentistry and is currently updating her skills in this field by completing a year long course at Manchester Dental Hospital.

Aradhna lives in Timperley with her nine year old daughter who is the apple of her eye! Her days off are just filled with her daughters social life. Aradhna also enjoys a game of tennis and reading. Aradhna and her partner own a successful bar and restaurant in Altrincham which takes care of the rest of her spare time.
Graduated: University of Sheffield in 1993 Postgraduate Diploma MFGDP(UK): Birmingham, 1998 Community Dental Officer: North Manchester, School Dentist General Dental Practice: Sheffield and Birmingham, 1996 to 2002 Joined Greenwood Dental Practice: 2004

Marica O'Neill Read More

Marica is the Registered Practice Manager and has worked at The White Dental Spa for 4 years. The ‘Registered’ has recently been added to her title due to a successful interview with the CQC (Care Quality Commission). Marica is responsible for the smooth running of the practice ensuring that all members of the team offer a high standard of service and patient care from the moment they walk through the door. Her office is situated behind reception so that she has an ‘open door’ for all patients – no appointment necessary!

Responsibility now falls upon the Registered Manager since registration with the CQC became compulsory, to ensure that all policies are implemented and adhered – Cross Infection, Decontamination, Safeguarding of Children & Vulnerable Adults, Disability Discrimination, Health & Safety to name but a few, Marica knows that once these are embedded within the team the practice will run safely and professionally.

Marica welcomes feedback both good and bad to enable the team to grow and improve service to their very valued patients.

Natalie Fitzsimmons Read More

Dental Nurse, GDC No.

Natalie qualified at Manchester Dental Hospital in 1999 and has worked for Smiles Dental Alderley Edge for 4 years.

Natalie has completed an advanced dental implant course and uses these skills to assist our implantologist in providing quality care.

Having worked in both private and NHS practices for many years Natalie prides herself on the patient journey –ensuring that care, respect and dignity are shown to all patients. Natalie is very keen to keep updating her skills and hoping to embark on a sedation course in the next year.

Dr Martin Barron Read More

Dental Surgeon, University of Liverpool 1986. GDC No. 61519

After qualification I worked as a House Officer at Liverpool Dental Hospital before returning to Manchester where I set up a three-surgery practice in Salford. After selling up in 2001, I worked as a locum in numerous practices before working at a local practice in Altrincham from 2005 to present.

In November 2011 I commenced my position with the White Dental Spa, part of Smiles Dental Alderley Edge. I enjoy all aspects of General Dentistry, especially treating children.

Outside of work I enjoy a social trip down to the rugby club, having hung up my boots some years ago. Exercise today involves treks up mountains, both at home and abroad, when time allows.

Gemma Tomkinson Read More

Dental Nurse, GDC No. 142973 Gemma has worked for Smiles Dental Alderley Edgefor five years, originally starting at Parsons & Finnegan in Timperley, transferring to us two years later.

Gemma came to the White Dental Spa with skills in general and implant dental nursing. She has now developed her skills further to assist with orthodontics and has taken on additional roles within the practice of the Infection Control Lead and Radiation Protection Supervisor. Gemma passed her dental radiography course with honors!

Gemma prides herself in providing our patients with exemplary care, from collecting them from the waiting room to their follow up appointments and treatment plans. She thoroughly enjoys her job as every day poses a different challenge waiting to be overcome.

We were very pleased and proud to learn that Gemma had won Dental Nurse of the Year Award for Smiles Dental Alderley Edge, comments from many of our patients – ‘we’re not surprised’ – what better testimony could be offered!

Sharon Ross Read More

Hygienist RDH GDC No. 1938 Having qualified from Manchester 29 years ago, Sharon is still tireless in updating her expertise. This ranges from local courses run by The British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy to nationwide courses with The British Society of Periodontology to take full advantage of global cutting edge research and contemporary knowledge and skills.

Sharon has also worked alongside various Periodontists over a number of years. Open, clear and courteous professional communication is at the heart of everything she does. Her aim is to motivate every individual patient to take responsibility for their own oral care. This meticulous approach pays dividend with outstanding patient improvements in tutoring patients to maintain good oral health and especially in pre and post implant placement.

Dr David Waring Read More

BChD MDentSci MFDS RCS MOrth RCS FDS (Orth) RCS GDC No. 70777

Specialist in Orthodontics.

Dr David Waring is based as Consultant Orthodontist at the University of Manchester Dental Hospital, Northenden House Orthodontics and the Dental Alderley Edge – Alderley Edge. David qualified in 1995 from Leeds University Dental School and worked in general dental practice as a VT & Associate for two years. During his VT year he was awarded the national Greer-Walker Aware for his VT Research Paper. He then worked in Aurstralia with the Royal Flying Doctor Service before taking SHO posts in Oral & Maxillofacial surgery and general hospital duties. He gained the MFDS from the Royal College of Surgeons (England) during this time.

After various general practice and hospital posts he completed his specialist training in Orthodontics at Liverpool University Dental Hospital in 2003. Following entry to the Orthodontic Specialist list David undertook a further two years of training to achieve Consultant status and is Consultant Orthodontist at the University of Manchester Dental Hospital. As Consultant he undertakes treatment on complex orthodontic/restorative and orthognathic cases. He also teaches and supervises on the Orthodontic post graduate programme.

During David’s orthodontic training and hospital positions, he has been exposed to the full range of orthodontic techniques on a complete spectrum of patients requiring orthodontic treatment. This experience includes the use of orthodontic lingual appliances, Invisalign and friction free brackets. He has had extensive private practice experience in the UK treating adults and children.

David has lectured widely and is well published in national and international refereed orthodontic journals.