Meet Our Great Team
Dr. Nigel Saynor
BDS Vu Manc MSc Implantology
GDC No: 54696 CQC Reg
About Nigel
Nigel qualified in 1980 with distinction from the university of Manchester Dental Hospital. The following year was a part as a House Officer at the Manchester Dental Hospital and the Manchester Royal Infirmary training in Oral Surgery and Special Needs patients.
Nigel is the head clinician of a specialist dental practice in South Manchester/North Cheshire. Their expertise lies in Dental Implantology/Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry, Aesthetic Dentistry, Endodontics, Orthodontics and treating Nervous & Anxious patients who require sedation.
In 2008 he graduated by examination from the University of Manchester with a Masters Degree in Dental Implants/Implantology.
He is a past president of the British Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry www.BAAD.co.uk a member of the American Academy of Osseointegration www.AD.org the Association of Dental Implantology www.ADI.org and was chairman & secretary of the local British Dental Association in the Stockport Branch.
Nigel is also an honorary clinical teaching fellow at the University of Manchester on the Master of Science (MSc) course in Dental Implantology since 2006 to the present. Post graduate students Inc: Qualified dentists attend for practical tuition and observation. To date over 100 students have attended his practice.
He regularly accepts referrals from other dentists for all aspects of Dental Implant treatment, often treating the most complex cases and patients who have failing or failed implants or other complex problems.
He is a World Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for Dentsply Implants USA www.dentsplyimplants.com.
Nigel is also one of two UK Experts on the prestigious online educational website Dental XP (www.dentalxp.com) based in the USA
Nigel runs advanced courses on Dental Implant Treatment for Dentsply implants for clients.
He has published extensively in the UK & German journals/publication on aesthetic outcomes in Implant Dentistry. And is a contributor the book by Dr George Romanos on immediate loading of Implants.
Dr. Ijaz Hussain
Special Interest in Endodontics
GDC No: 176065
About Ijaz
Ijaz studied dentistry at the University of Peshawar, Pakistan qualifying in 1996. After six years in general practice in Pakistan, he embarked on his UK journey to further his qualification in dentistry. He has taken Senior House Officer Post in various NHS hospital Trusts and in 2005, he completed MFDS, RCPS qualification from Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Glasgow. In 2009, Ijaz passed his ORE examination conducted by GDC, and completed the Dental Foundation Training in 2010. He has been working in general practice with a special interest in Endodontics which has ultimately led him to complete a Masters degree in 2017 at University of Chester. Ijaz has the privilege of working in Manchester Dental Hospital as a Specialty Dentist in Endodontology department for three years. This has allowed him to gain invaluable experience in treating complex endodontic cases. He has been providing endodontic treatment on referral in general practice for the last 7 years and is often consulted by other colleagues on issues around Endodontics. In addition, he is currently working as a Clinical Teaching Fellow in Endodontics at the University of Manchester where he is supervising qualified dentists in their training to be Endodontists.
Ijaz is an experienced clinician and member of the British Endodontic Society (BES) who regularly attends seminars, conferences and undertakes postgraduate courses on regular basis in order to keep abreast with latest development in the field of Endodontics and general dentistry.
Anna Lewis
Dental Hygienist/ Therapist
GDC 318643
About Anna
Anna qualified from the University of Manchester in 2024 as a dental hygienist/therapist.
She enjoys getting to know her patients and providing them with quality education and care catered to each patient , in a comfortable and supportive environment.
Outside of work, Anna enjoys spending time outside and reading a good book.
Deborah Kerfoot
Hygienist
GDC No: 5551
About Deborah
Debbie qualified from Manchester Dental Hospital with a diploma in Dental Hygiene in 1999 and has worked at Bramcote ever since.
Debbie builds up a good rapport with patients and helps motivate them to establish an individually tailored preventative oral hygiene routine.
She gets lots of satisfaction from her job and has great pride in her work.
Debbie enjoys going on walks, socialising with friends, and spending time with her family.
Faye Reynolds
Practice Manager/Treatment Co-Ordinator/Dental Nurse
GDC No: 255458
About Faye
Faye has been a member of Bramcote Dental Practice since 2014. She works alongside Dr Saynor and Dr Marshall our associate dentist in Orthodontics and general dentistry.
In her spare time Faye enjoys socialising with friends and family and travelling to experience different cities.
Helen Utting
Receptionist
About Helen
I have worked at Bramcote Dental Practise since 2019 but began my journey in dentistry in 2003 as a dental nurse. For many years I have worked for an extremely busy NHS practise and was promoted to head receptionist, whereby I gained my NVQ customer service level 3 qualification.
I really enjoy my role as receptionist, as I am the patients first point of contact and I am more than happy to answer any questions about treatments and appointments whilst ensuring they are made so feel welcome and relaxed.
In my spare time, I like to go for long walks with my dog, as well as attending the theatre and socialising with my friends.
Georgia Firth
Senior Dental Nurse
GDC No: 210667
About Georgia
Georgia is a qualified and registered dental nurse with an NVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing. She joined the practice straight after college and, over the past 17 years, has grown into her role as our Lead Dental Nurse. Now working part-time, she continues to bring her experience, to the surgery. Georgia loves the transformative work —especially the life-changing smile makeovers—and gets a real buzz from seeing the positive impact on patients. She thrives on the variety and challenges the role brings each day.
Outside of work, Georgia enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends and winding down with a good book.
Isobel Spencer
Dental Nurse
GDC No: 291486
About Isobel
Isobel joined Bramcote Dental Practice in 2021 as an NQV Level 3 Qualified Dental Nurse who has been working in Dentistry since 2018. She also holds an additional qualification in Dental Radiography.
She is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their care and loves seeing the positive impact dental treatment can have. Isobel particularly enjoys meeting new people and building strong patient relationships.
Outside of work, she likes going to the gym, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.
Nicola (Nic) Lambert
Dental Nurse
GDC No: 230426
About Nicola
With over 12 years of experience as a dental nurse, primarily within the NHS, Nic brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role.
She recently joined Bramcote to further her career, drawn by the clinic’s focus on high-end cosmetic dentistry.
Since joining, Nic has really enjoyed the new challenges and is loving being part of the team.
Outside of work, Nic enjoys spending quality time with her family, socialising with friends, and staying active at the gym
