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Our Dental Nurse and Aesthetician, providing supportive clinical care alongside tailored aesthetic treatments in a calm, welcoming environment.
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) – University of Liverpool (2017)
Dental Core Training (DCT1) – Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery – North Manchester General Hospital
Postgraduate Certificate in Dental Implants (PGCert Dent Imp) – ICE
Postgraduate Diploma in Restorative & Implant Dentistry (PgDip)
Master of Science (MSc) Restorative / Implant Dentistry (Distinction) – University of Salford
Dr Zara Ashraf is a highly qualified dentist with a focused interest in dental implants, advanced restorative dentistry, and aesthetic treatments. She graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from the University of Liverpool in 2017 and has since pursued extensive postgraduate training to refine her expertise in complex restorative and implant dentistry.
Following graduation, Dr Ashraf completed a Dental Core Training year (DCT1) in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at North Manchester General Hospital. During this hospital-based role, she gained valuable experience managing complex surgical cases, dental trauma, acute infections, and multidisciplinary treatment planning. This foundation strengthened her surgical confidence and enhanced her ability to manage more advanced restorative and implant cases safely and predictably.
With a strong commitment to further education, Dr Ashraf completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Dental Implants with ICE, developing comprehensive knowledge in implant placement, restoration, and case selection. She then advanced her academic and clinical training by undertaking a Master’s degree in Implant Dentistry at the University of Salford, graduating with Distinction. In addition, she has completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Restorative and Implant Dentistry, alongside an intensive year-long restorative programme, further refining her skills in complex treatment planning and full-mouth rehabilitation.
Dr Ashraf currently provides care across multiple dental clinics in and around Manchester, delivering high-quality, patient-centred treatment tailored to individual needs. Her principal clinical interests include:
She is recognised for her meticulous attention to detail, structured approach to case planning, and calm, reassuring manner. Dr Ashraf is dedicated to achieving long-lasting, functional, and natural-looking results, combining aesthetic excellence with sound biological principles.
Committed to lifelong professional development, she continues to update her skills in line with evolving techniques and evidence-based dentistry, ensuring her patients benefit from contemporary materials, technology, and best practice standards.
Whether you’re looking for a routine check-up, cosmetic treatment, or urgent dental care, our friendly team at Hale Bowdon Dental is here to help.
We welcome new patients and are happy to answer any questions about your treatment options.
✔ Experienced clinicians
✔ Gentle, patient-focused care
✔ Convenient Hale location