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Dentistry built on a belief. Guided by gratitude.

Yor Dental was founded on a simple belief: that exceptional dentistry is built on trust and genuine patient-first care. A place where you’re never rushed or treated like a number. Just you, your dental health goals, and a team who listens with care and supports you on your journey to a healthy, confident smile.

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Deepa’s inspiration for a more holistic approach to dentistry and wellbeing comes from her father, a medic who deeply influenced her outlook on patient care.

Watch Deepa’s video explaining how her dad helped inspire her own clinic.

A holistic approach to dentistry shaped by individualised care, a warm human connection and a genuine sense of gratitude

Clinic founder Deepa Vakil has created a holistic and highly-bespoke dental experience inspired by what she saw growing up in London watching her father, who was a doctor. Throughout his career as a medic, Deepa’s father held a deep-rooted belief that medicine, dentistry, nutrition and wellbeing belonged together, not as separate disciplines, but as one connected, holistic approach to health. It was a vision he never got the chance to fully realise before he retired. In some ways he way ahead of his time, so Deepa has spent the last 15 years proudly realising this for him.

That inheritance, and the gratitude she carries for it, is woven into the very DNA of YOR Dental. It lives on in the way patients are received, listened to and cared for, as well as in the attention paid to gut health, mental wellbeing, energy and confidence.

YOR Dental today sits at the intersection of clinical excellence, holistic wellbeing, and genuinely personal care. It’s not production-line dentistry. It’s a bespoke, considered, and human experience for every patient. A truly personalised approach to treatment that begins with understanding who you are, not just what your symptoms or dental goals are. As our purpose states,

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Our vision is to support your journey to achieving optimum wellness at every stage of life

At YOR Dental, we’re building more than just a clinic — we’re creating a community 100% focused on helping our patients achieve optimum health and wellness, at every stage of life.

We believe that true wellness comes from treating the whole person, not just individual symptoms. Through evidence-based treatments, personalised care plans, and a supportive environment, we’re committed to empowering you on your journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

Our purpose is  “To journey together, forever grateful, bound by infinite energy.”

Meet the YOR Dental Team

Our award-winning team brings together a collective of dental house professionals who are driven to deliver the very best dental healthcare and cosmetic treatment results for our patients.

 

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Dr Deepa Vakil
Co-Founder & Clinical Director

Deepa is the Clinical Director and Co-Founder of YOR Dental, Skin & Wellness Clinic, bringing together her clinical expertise and a vision for truly integrated healthcare. She is passionate about connecting dental, skin, and wellness care to support patients’ health from every angle.

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Dr Hitesh Panchal
Co-Founder & Implant Specialist

Hitesh is a Co-Founder of YOR Dental and brings a wealth of clinical experience to the practice. With a strong focus on patient care and clinical excellence, he is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles.

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Karrar Al-Zubaidy
Associate Dentist

Karrar is an Associate Dentist at YOR Dental, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred dental care. He takes time to understand each patient’s needs and goals, ensuring a comfortable and reassuring experience.

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Dominika Karcz
Associate Dentist

Dominika is an Associate Dentist at YOR Dental, dedicated to providing gentle, thorough care tailored to each patient. She enjoys building lasting relationships with patients and supporting them on their journey to better oral health.

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Chris Lakin
Associate Dentist, Special Interest in Endodontics

Chris is an Associate Dentist with a special interest in Endodontics, bringing specialist expertise in root canal treatment to the YOR team. He is committed to preserving natural teeth wherever possible and ensuring patients feel comfortable throughout treatment.

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Kassie Bateson
Skin Therapist & Phlebotomist

Kassie is YOR’s Skin Therapist and Phlebotomist, delivering expert skincare treatments alongside professional phlebotomy services. She combines technical skill with a caring approach to help patients look and feel their best.

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Michelle Burke
Dental Therapist

Michelle is a Dental Therapist at YOR Dental, specialising in preventive care, hygiene, and patient education. She is passionate about helping patients maintain long-term oral health through personalised care plans.

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Niamh Orrell
Dental Therapist

Niamh is a Dental Therapist at YOR Dental, focused on delivering gentle, thorough hygiene and therapy treatments. She takes pride in helping patients feel confident and informed about their oral health.

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Kirby Meehan
Finance Manager

Kirby oversees the finance, compliance, and administration function at YOR Dental, ensuring the practice runs smoothly behind the scenes. Her attention to detail supports the team in delivering a seamless patient experience.

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Minnie Stead

Minnie is part of the Front of House team, often the first friendly face patients meet when they arrive at YOR Dental. She is dedicated to making every visit welcoming and stress-free.

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Elizabeth O'Reilly
Patient Journey Coordinator

Elizabeth supports patients throughout their journey at YOR Dental, ensuring every step of their care is coordinated and clearly communicated. She’s on hand to answer questions and make each visit as smooth as possible.

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Lucy Kirkham
Business Development Coordinator

Lucy plays a key role in developing patient relationships and growth opportunities at YOR Dental. She works closely with patients to guide them through their treatment options with clarity and care.

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Courtney Maher
Lead Nurse & Compliance Coordinator

Courtney leads the nursing team at YOR Dental and oversees compliance across the practice. She is dedicated to maintaining the highest clinical standards while supporting patients through every appointment.

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Frankie Borrell
Trainee Dental Nurse

Frankie is a Trainee Dental Nurse at YOR Dental, developing her clinical skills while providing attentive support to patients and the clinical team.

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Kamile Erleckyte
Trainee Dental Nurse

Kamile is a Trainee Dental Nurse at YOR Dental, committed to learning and growing within the profession while ensuring patients feel well cared for.

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Octavia Gardener
Trainee Dental Nurse

Octavia is a Trainee Dental Nurse at YOR Dental, building her skills and knowledge while supporting the clinical team to deliver excellent patient care.

A calm and welcoming Manchester dental clinic

Our clinic has been purposely designed as a calm and relaxing space to put our patients at ease from the minute they walk through the door. Our treatment rooms are light and airy with ceiling TV screens to help you relax when you are being treated and we use the latest dental technology to deliver an exceptional level of dental care.

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Our approach to providing the best dental care experience

Our team has over 80 years combined dental experience. We are passionate about the work we do and we are experts in dental health management and cosmetic dentistry. Our four pillars of care are based around our belief that our patients deserve an exceptional level of private dental care.

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Bespoke treatment

We don’t believe in off-the-shelf options at YOR Dental. Treatments are built around you as an individual, informed by your health, lifestyle and what really matters to you.

Patient-first care

Every appointment begins with listening, making sure your history, concerns and goals are understood before anything else. Clinical outcomes matter, but so does how you feel throughout your treatment.

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Holistic approach

Dental health doesn’t exist in isolation. The connections between oral health, gut health and mental wellbeing are real and they shape the way we approach every patient relationship.

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Expertise & trust

Clinical excellence is the foundation everything is built on at our practice. As our patient, it’s our duty to make you feel safe, informed and confident about your care.

Extending dental health into wider body wellness

As part of our commitment to the wider health and wellbeing of our patients, we have recently launched two new complementary service offers. For more information about our great treatment options please click on one of the links below.

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YOR Skin offers evidence-based treatments to help you achieve your best skin. Our popular SkinPen treatment uses advanced microneedling to stimulate natural healing, boosting collagen and elastin for smoother, firmer, radiant skin.

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YOR Wellness offers a number of IV vitamin drip treatment plans to deliver essential nutrients directly into your bloodstream for faster, more effective absorption—supporting your energy, hydration and overall wellbeing from within.

We look forward to meeting you...

If you’re interested in taking a more personalised approach to dental health, we’re ready to help. There’s no obligation and no pressure from us, just a friendly conversation about your smile.