Clinical Excellence
Meet the Team Behind Your Specialist Care
Our clinicians and patient-care professionals work together to provide specialist endodontic treatment in a calm, welcoming and carefully managed clinical environment.
The Cedars Endo Team
Expertise Supported by Thoughtful Patient Care
Our specialist endodontic team in Ascot combines clinical expertise, careful teamwork and clear communication to support patients throughout their care.
From the first referral or enquiry through to consultation, treatment and follow-up, our team works together to make each stage feel organised and understandable.
Our clinicians focus on specialist diagnosis and treatment, while our patient-care and clinical-support team help ensure that appointments, communication and the treatment environment are carefully managed.
Clinical Team
Our Specialist Endodontic Team in Ascot
Our specialist endodontic team in Ascot brings together endodontic, restorative and implant expertise to support patients requiring carefully planned dental care.
Dr Imran Azam
Dr Azam is a GDC-registered specialist endodontist with advanced postgraduate training and extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of complex root canal cases.
He graduated with honours from the Royal London Hospital in 2004, where he received the University Gold Medal. He later completed specialist training at the Eastman Dental Hospital, UCL.
His approach combines detailed clinical assessment, specialist endodontic techniques and clear communication so patients understand their diagnosis and treatment options.
Dr Stephanie Yee
Stephanie provides specialist endodontic care with a strong focus on clinical precision, clear communication and ensuring patients feel informed and supported.
Stephanie graduated from the University of Hong Kong in 2009. She completed specialist training at the UCL Eastman Dental Institute and was awarded a Master of Clinical Dentistry in Endodontology with distinction.
Her patient-centred approach combines specialist clinical care with careful explanation throughout the consultation and treatment process.
Dr Mark Aston
BDS (Lond) 1998, MClinDentProsth (Lond) 2003, MSc ImpDent (Lond) 2005, DipConSed
GDC No. 74994Dr Mark Aston is a highly experienced restorative and implant dentist, known for delivering exceptional clinical outcomes with a calm, compassionate and patient-centred approach.
With over 20 years’ experience placing dental implants, Mark has extensive experience in complex restorative and implant rehabilitation, helping patients regain confidence, comfort and long-term oral health.
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He qualified from Guy’s Hospital, London, graduating with distinction, before completing an intensive four-year Master’s degree in Prosthodontics at King’s College London.
This advanced training provided comprehensive expertise in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, veneers, full-mouth rehabilitation and advanced aesthetic treatments.
To further develop his surgical expertise, Mark completed a two-year Master’s degree in Dental Implantology at Guy’s Hospital, gaining advanced training in implant surgery, bone grafting, guided implant placement and complex implant-supported restorations.
Mark routinely uses guided surgical implant techniques, enabling high-precision implant placement, improved safety, minimally invasive surgery and faster, more comfortable healing.
His approach is meticulous and technology-driven, with treatment planned around the individual clinical needs of each patient.
He has also undertaken advanced training in conscious sedation, allowing him to provide gentle and supportive care for nervous or anxious patients.
As a Dental Phobia Certified clinician, Mark is committed to creating a calm, reassuring environment where patients feel listened to, informed and fully supported throughout their treatment.
Mark is a lead clinician at City Bridge Dental & Implant Clinic. He has mentored other dentists in restorative and implant dentistry, reflecting his experience, clinical depth and professional standing.
He is a member of the European Association of Osseointegration (EAO), the Association of Dental Implantology (ADI) and the Academy for Advanced Surgical Skills, and regularly attends international conferences to remain at the forefront of modern dentistry.
Patients value Mark for his technical excellence, honesty, attention to detail and gentle manner, as well as his commitment to achieving the highest possible standard of care — whether restoring a single tooth or transforming an entire smile.
Outside dentistry, Mark is a keen cyclist, having competed in numerous events in the UK and abroad, with a particular passion for multi-day ultra-endurance rides.
He also enjoys downhill mountain biking, motorcycling, walking his dog in the New Forest and travelling with his wife and three children.
Patient Care & Clinical Support
Supporting Every Stage of Your Visit
Our patient-care and clinical-support team helps ensure that appointments, communication and treatment are coordinated in a professional and reassuring way.
Amanda Hackett
Amanda supports patients throughout their referral and treatment journey, helping appointments, communication and clinical administration run smoothly.
She began working in dental nursing in 1989 and has developed broad experience across private clinical environments.
Her background enables her to understand both the practical and personal aspects of specialist dental care.
Danielle Piegeler
Danielle supports patient communication and clinical co-ordination, helping each referral progress through the practice in an organised and welcoming manner.
She began working in dental nursing in 1988 and has gained extensive experience supporting patients and clinical teams. Her knowledge of dental practice helps her respond clearly and sensitively to patient enquiries.
Danielle assists with appointment arrangements, treatment communication and the administrative details surrounding specialist care. Her friendly and organised approach helps patients feel prepared, reassured and supported throughout their journey.
Farah Walters
Farah assists the clinical team during specialist endodontic procedures and helps maintain a safe, organised and reassuring treatment environment.
She began her dental nursing career in 2023 and has developed practical experience supporting specialist clinical procedures. Her role includes preparing treatment areas, assisting clinicians and helping patients feel comfortable.
Farah is continuing to build her knowledge of endodontic care while developing her clinical, organisational and patient-support skills. She contributes to the smooth daily running of the practice and the wider patient experience.
Working Together
Specialist Care Is a Team Effort
A well-managed specialist pathway depends on more than the treatment itself.
Patients need clear communication before their appointment, careful clinical assessment, support during treatment and appropriate information afterwards.
Referring dentists also need timely clinical communication so specialist treatment remains connected to the patient’s wider dental care.
Patient Coordination
Clear guidance helps patients understand appointments, treatment and what to expect.
Specialist Assessment
Detailed examination and diagnosis form the basis of appropriate treatment planning.
Clinical Support
The clinical team helps maintain an organised, carefully prepared and reassuring treatment environment.
Referral Communication
Referring clinicians remain informed about relevant findings, treatment and outcomes.
Our Clinical Culture
How We Want Every Patient to Experience Care
Specialist expertise and patient experience should support each other throughout the entire treatment journey.
Professional
Specialist assessment and treatment are approached with care, organisation and appropriate clinical standards.
Clear
Patients should understand their diagnosis, treatment options and what happens next.
Considerate
Questions, concerns and individual circumstances deserve time, attention and respectful communication.
For Referring Dentists
Working as an Extension of the Referring Team
Referral relationships are an important part of specialist endodontic care.
Our role is to assess and manage the endodontic component of a patient’s care while keeping the referring dentist informed about relevant findings, treatment and outcome.
Clear Referral Pathway
Submit clinical information through the dedicated Cedars Endo referral form.
Specialist Assessment
The referred tooth is assessed carefully before a treatment recommendation is made.
Clinical Communication
Relevant findings and treatment outcomes are communicated back to the referring clinician.
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Meet Our Team in Ascot
Our specialist endodontic team in Ascot is based at Cedars Endo, The Lodge, 17 London Road, Ascot, Berkshire.
Patients can contact the practice to discuss a specialist consultation, while dentists can use our dedicated referral pathway.
The Lodge
17 London Road
Ascot
Berkshire
SL5 7EN
09.00am–05.00pm