The Grays Dental Team

Simon  graduated  from  the  University  of  Manchester  in  1999.  He  then  joined  the  Royal  Navy  as  a  Dental  Officer  where  he  served  a  short  commission  in  the  UK  and  overseas  with  both  the  Royal  Navy  and  Royal  Marine  Commandos.    

He  then  moved  back  to  Manchester  and  has  worked  in  private  clinical  practice  in  the  Altrincham  and  Hale  area  since.  He  returned  to  the  University  Dental  Hospital  to  teach  Clinical  Restorative  Dentistry  to  students  preparing  for  their  final  examinations  from  2004-2008.  

Simon  joined  Grays  Dental  Care  in  2006  and  took  over  the  practice  from  the  retiring  Robin  and  Jayne  Gray  in  2009.  

Over  the  years,  he  has  undertaken  numerous  courses  in  endodontics,  prosthodontics  and  periodontics  and  uses  his  extensive  knowledge  and  experience  in  restorative  dentistry  to  treat  a  wide  range  of  dental  problems  from  the  simple  to  the  very  complex.    

More  recently,  Simon  completed  a  Master  of  Laws  degree  (LLM)  in  Healthcare  Law  and  Ethics)  at  the  University  of  Manchester,  further  enhancing  the  ethical  bias  in  his  clinical  practice,  which  has  always  been  to  act  in  his  patients’  best  interests.    

He  maintains  several  professional  memberships,  including,  the  British  Dental  Association,  the  Institute  of  Medical  Ethics,  the Association of Dental Implantology, the International Team for Implantology, the  British  Endodontic  Society  and  the  British  Society  of  Periodontology.  

In  his  spare  time  Simon  is  a  keen  gym-goer, road  cyclist  and  motor-biker  and  at  weekends  will  usually  be  in the gym or on  two  wheels  of  some  description.

Jason  is  originally  from  the  Altrincham  area  and  graduated  from  Leeds  Dental  Institute  in  1996.  

He  returned  home  to  South  Manchester  and  gained  much  valuable  experience  in  a  busy  practice  where  he  remained  for  13  years.  

Jason  joined  Grays  Dental  Care  team  in  2011  and  with  his  caring,  patient-centered  approach  to  general  dental  practice  he  is  committed  to  our  long-term  aims  of  providing  the  highest  quality  of  clinical  care.  

He  passed  MFGDP  and  gained  membership  to  the  Faculty  of  General  Dental Practitioners  at  the  Royal  College  of  Surgeons  of  England  in  1999.  He  continues  to  pursue  an  active  interest  in  post-graduate  education.    

His  particular  interests  are  in  preventative  dentistry.  Away  from  the  surgery,  Jason  is  a  keen  artist,  plays  classical  guitar  and  enjoys  learning  languages.    He  also  enjoys  hill-walking.

We welcomed Maryam to Grays Dental Care in May 2022. Maryam delivers high quality, gentle dentistry. A particular area of interest for Maryam is removal of teeth, her warm personality and compassionate nature, mean that she is popular with nervous patients.

Maryam originally grew up in Tehran, Iran, she then relocated to Czech Republic for further  education.

She attended The Charles University in Prague, studying Dentistry, graduating in 1997. For the next 3 years, she remained at the Charles University, focussing her study and practice in the field of Oral Surgery.

Maryam then relocated to the UK, and has remained in the Manchester area working in a variety of dental practices.  Since her time in Manchester she has completed Post Graduate advanced training in Restorative Dentistry, as well as Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentistry. Her precision and attention to detail means she has excelled in these areas of dentistry.

Maryam has completed further training in endodontics (root canal treatment) and facial aesthetics, and she has a particular interest in the use of anti-wrinkle injections as well as lip enhancements with the use of dermal fillers and non-surgical rhinoplasty.

Maryam enjoys all aspects of dentistry, from making beautiful, comfortable dentures, crown and bridge work with a particular focus on the aesthetic aspect, to porcelain veneers and composite bonding. In her spare time Maryam enjoys walking her dog Coco, reading books and is a self-confessed foodie.

After training at Glasgow Dental Hospital and School, Alex was awarded the Diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Royal college of Surgeons of Edinburgh, in 2002. She then went on to complete Dental Therapist training at Liverpool University in 2006. More recently she completed a BSc in Dental Studies at the University of Central Lancashire.

Alex brings a wealth of experience to the practice, having experience in military, community and prison dentistry.

Alex has a caring nature and is particularly good with nervous and sensitive patients and enjoys helping people look after their mouths more effectively. She has a particular interest in restorative work and enjoys this aspect of her role as well as treating complex periodontal cases (gum disease).

Alex has completed post qualifications in radiography and teeth whitening.

Alex is also the Practice Manager.

Gavin gained his BSc in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy from the University of Sheffield in 2020.

Gavin is dedicated to promoting oral health and creating positive patient experiences. With expertise in preventative care, patient education, and advanced hygiene and restorative techniques, he provides thorough yet gentle treatment tailored to your needs. Known for his compassionate approach and attention to detail, Gavin strives to make every patient feel comfortable and confident in their smile.

In his spare time he enjoys cooking, playing the guitar, Football (Tottenham hotspur), UFC, watching movies, DIY and gardening.

Rahil qualified as a dentist in the Russian Federation in 2003. She then relocated to the UK and her international degree was not transferable.
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Rahil then completed an NVQ level 3 in Dental Nursing 2009.  Since this time she has undertaken post qualifications in Dental Radiography, Oral Health Education, impression Taking, Orthodontic Nursing and Application of Fluoride Varnish.

Laura qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2007 and joined the team in 2010.  Laura has a special interest in implant therapy and works alongside oral surgeon Dr Sin Yong. She is a valuable team member who takes pride in everything she does.

Laura has developed her qualifications and skills over the years which include Intravenous & Conscious sedation along with radiology & CBCT Scans. In her spare time she likes to carry out sporting activities and also enjoys dog walking.

Linsey completed the NEBDN certificate in Dental Nursing and qualified as a dental nurse in 2002. Since then she has gained post qualifications in cross infection control and fluoride application. In addition to her core nursing skills, Linsey holds an additional qualification in dental sedation, enabling her to provide safe and effective support for patients undergoing conscious sedation. Her relaxed friendly persona helps put patients at ease.
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Linsey relishes the team work associated with being a dental nurse, being organised and thinking ahead but also having think on her feet. She enjoys meeting different people as part of the role.
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In her spare time, Linsey enjoys hill walking, camping and going to the gym.

Annabelle became a dental nurse in June 2019, later completing her radiography qualification with the BDA to further support high-quality patient care.
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Annabelle enjoys the teamwork involved in dental nursing by staying organised, thinking ahead, and adapting quickly when needed. She values the opportunity to meet and support a wide range of patients, helping to create a calm and comfortable experience.
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Outside of work, Annabelle enjoys holidays, trying new places to eat, and getting creative with craft arts.

Sylvia is a highly experienced Dental Nurse, having spent many years working as a Dental Nurse in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong qualification is not transferable to the UK, so she is currently working towards her UK qualification.
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In her spare time Sylvia enjoys cooking and art crafts.

Aliyah has spent many years working in dentistry. Aliyah has a caring nature and particularly enjoys supporting nervous patients in overcoming their anxiety.