Meet The Team at Sheffield

Dr Urooj Iqbal

GDC number: 252442
BDS MFDS RCPS Glasgow MOrtho RCS Eng DClinDent Ortho PgDip

Dr Urooj Iqbal is a specialist orthodontist providing treatments and services at Total Orthodontics Sheffield.

Training and qualifications

Urooj completed her higher specialist training in orthodontics at the prestigious Royal London Dental Hospital. She was later awarded Membership in Orthodontics by the Royal College of Surgeons England in 2023.

Prior to this, Urooj graduated as a dentist from Queen Mary University of London in 2014. She is recognised for presenting at both national and international orthodontic conferences, and secured the first prize from the British Orthodontic Society for her research on social media use by patients during her Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry.

Treatments offered

Urooj is considerate, compassionate and methodical, and applies her meticulous attention to detail to a range of orthodontic procedures and teeth straightening treatments. She finds joy in making orthodontic treatment and its life-changing results available to patients of all ages.

Urooj has recently made the move from London to Sheffield with her husband and their young son and has been enjoying exploring Sheffield and its surrounding areas with her family.

Specialist Orthodontist

Dr Rasha El-Oshar

GDC number: 301770
MOrth Royal College of Surgeon of Edinburgh 2012, MClinDent Ortho University of Edinburgh 2011, BDS University of Benghazi 2005

Training and qualifications

Rasha graduated with distinction in 2005 from the University of Benghazi and was awarded a scholarship to continue her postgraduate training at the Edinburgh University Postgraduate Dental Institute. In 2011, she was awarded honours in her Master of Clinical Dentistry (MClinDent ) in orthodontics, and in 2012 she gained Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MOrth RCSEd).

Rasha spent several years working as a consultant, specialist orthodontist and lecturer in orthodontics at Benghazi University, teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. She went on to work as an orthodontist.

Treatments offered

Rasha accepts referrals for orthodontic treatments on patients of all ages. Rasha is very passionate about her job and is dedicated to her patients. She offers a broad array of treatments and services for teeth straightening and other orthodontic procedures.

Dentist With Special Interest in Orthodontics

Steven Fletcher

GDC number: 153950
BDS University of Sheffield 2008, MOrth RDS (Eng), MSC, MJDF RCS (England), BDS (Sheffield)

Steven is a specialist orthodontist and consultant orthodontist, accepting referrals from other dentists for patients of all ages. Steven completed undergraduate dental training in Sheffield. After a period of core hospital training, he completed specialist and consultant level training in Leeds, certifying in both with the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

As well as being a registered specialist orthodontist, Steven also works as a consultant at a hospital in the region. He is a Fellow and an examiner for the Royal College of Surgeons. Steven has contributed to several publications, spoken at the European Orthodontic Congress and was awarded 1st prize for his research presentation at the British Orthodontic Conference.

Specialist Orthodontist

Nadia Ahmed

GDC number: 114329
BDS MJDF MSc MOrth FDSRCS (Orth) PG Cert Dent Ed

Nadia Ahmed is a specialist orthodontist, offering a range of treatments at our Sheffield practice.

Training and qualifications

Since completing dental school in 2007, Nadia has shown her passion for learning and developing new skills as she embarked on her path to her specialisation. She gained experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral medicine, radiology and paediatric dentistry in the early part of her hospital career, and then moved to the Midlands and Yorkshire to gain experience in various hospitals.

Nadia carried out her specialist training in Leeds and gained the Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons England in 2016. She also undertook research in autotransplantation of teeth and passed her MSc with merit from the University of Leeds. Since 2016, she has furthered her knowledge and experience in specialist orthodontic practices, and engaged in further training at Birmingham Dental Hospital to become a consultant in 2018. In 2020, she gained Fellowship in Orthodontics. During this final part of training, Nadia enjoyed treating patients needing multidisciplinary treatment, orthognathic surgery and hypodontia (missing teeth), while also regularly attending Birmingham's Children’s Hospital to attend cleft clinics as part of one of four craniofacial units in the UK.

Nadia has completed a postgraduate certificate in dental education and has a passion for teaching. She has been involved in a number of orthodontic books for postgraduate exams, and is a lecturer for the London Dental Institute postgraduate diploma in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics.

Nadia is the Honorary Secretary to the British Orthodontic Society Orthodontic Specialists Group and has worked with the clinical governance group to provide a number of information leaflets for patients and colleagues. She was appointed chair of the British Dental Association Central Committee for Hospital Dental Services in 2022 and served in this role until 2024.

Treatments offered

Alongside working for our Sheffield practice as a specialist orthodontist, Nadia Ahmed is a consultant orthodontist at Rotherham General Hospital. She offers treatment with Invisalign aligners, spark aligners and fixed braces for children and adults, and strives to provide the best orthodontic treatment and journey for her patients.

Nadia has started yoga teaching training, is a proud student of a large international dance academy and enjoys hiking in her spare time. She loves spending time in her kitchen and has successfully reached the interview stage of the ‘Great British Bake Off’ in 2021 and 2022. She regularly attends art classes.

She certified as a life coach in 2021 and has been invited to speak on this topic on a number of occasions to fellow dental professionals and writes articles regularly for Dentistry magazine and BDJ In practice.

Consultant Orthodontist

Lindsay Stansall

GDC number: 139423
Diploma Orthodontic Therapy Royal College of Surgeons of England 2011, National Certificate NEBDN 1995

Lindsay works alongside our orthodontist Sonil as an orthodontic therapist. Lindsay qualified as a dental nurse at the Charles Clifford Dental Hospital, Sheffield in 1995 and has completed an additional qualification in dental radiography.

She joined our practice in 2007 as a senior dental nurse. In 2011, she trained as an orthodontic therapist at Leeds University and the Royal College of Surgeons in London.

Orthodontic Therapist

Paris Oldfield

GDC number: 217531 Diploma Orthodontic Therapy Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh 2018, National Certificate NEBDN 2011

Paris was previously a dental nurse and has since qualified as an orthodontic therapist. Paris has been working in dentistry since 2009. In 2011, she qualified as a dental nurse. She later began training as an orthodontic therapist and qualified from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh in 2018.

Paris also works at Montagu Hospital in their orthodontic department, gaining experience in complex and multidisciplinary cases.

Orthodontic Therapist

Hina Khuram

GDC number: 295045
BDS University of Riphah International 2008, Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2024

Hina Khuram is a dental hygienist with a background in dentistry, and she is committed to providing excellent oral healthcare to her patients.

Training and qualifications

Originally from Pakistan, Hina graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree from Riphah International University in 2008.

With a passion for preventive care, Hina transitioned to the role of a dental hygienist. This career shift has allowed her to focus on promoting oral health, educating patients and providing essential preventive treatments.

Treatments offered

Hina is known for her meticulous approach to dental hygiene, compassionate patient interactions, and her dedication to staying updated with the latest advancements in dental practices. She excels in conducting thorough dental cleanings, oral assessments, and developing personalised hygiene plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

Hina’s unique blend of international dental experience and hygiene training means she is a valuable asset to our practice, and to the field of dental health.

Hygienist

Samantha Taylor

GDC number: 284522
Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2019

Samantha joined us in 2013 as a receptionist. She qualified as a dental nurse in 2019. Samantha has worked in both general dental and orthodontic practices and is popular with our patients.

Lead Dental Nurse

Lauren Brown

GDC number: 304364

Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2022

Lauren joined the practice in 2020 and completed her Dental Nursing Qualification in 2022. She is now looking into post qualifications to work towards Orthodontic Therapy.

Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Chloe Beresford

GDC number: 299025
Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3 QCF City & Guilds 2021

Chloe Beresford started working as a dental nurse in a general practice in 2019. She followed her passion for orthodontics and has been working as an orthodontic dental nurse since 2021. Chloe joined us in 2023 and is now working on her postgraduate qualifications to pursue her dream of becoming an orthodontic therapist.

Dental Nurse

Perrie Watson

GDC number: 188499
Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing 2010, Certificate in Oral Health 2010, Bupa Practice Manager Academy 2015

Perrie joined us in 2014 and has filled various roles including treatment coordinator and practice coordinator. She completed the Bupa Practice Managers Academy in 2015 and is now our registered practice manager.

Perrie originally qualified as a dental nurse at Charles Clifford Dental Hospital in 2007. She then moved into a general practice where she completed additional qualifications and became the lead dental nurse, gaining experience in domiciliary visits and community settings.

Practice Manager

Katherine Oxley

Kathy joined Total Orthodontics in 2019, having 10 years' experience within dentistry previously. Kathy is now our dedicated treatment coordinator and works four days a week.

Treatment Coordinator

Nicola Fields

Nicola joined Total Orthodontics in 2006. She has gained a wealth of knowledge over that time and knows the practice like the back of her hand.

Lead Receptionist