About Us

Amar Patel, our principal dentist joined the team in 2009. Amar qualified in 2002 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from the University of Sheffield, and became our principal dentist in 2013. He has embraced the ethos at Ruddington and continually strives to keep updated with the new developments in the dental field. He has a keen interest in Endodontology (Root Canal Treatment) and has been awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Endodontology from the University of Chester in 2015. He aims to further the range of treatments he provides by undertaking further postgraduate education in the near future.

Out of work Amar has no choice but to keep active with his two, sporting mad boys. He enjoys travelling, participating in tennis, football, road cycling and oil/acrylic painting when time allows. Amar has completed the 1-2-1 Implant training course at Sheffield University and is now looking to offer the provision of Dental Implants at Ruddington Dental Practice.

Ahmad Al-Shammary qualified from the University of Baghdad in 2005 with a bachelor of dental surgery, he then finished the UK dental qualification exam in 2008 and since has been practicing providing all aspect of general dentistry.

Ahmad has a special interest in orthodontics (straightening of teeth) and was awarded a post graduate diploma in orthodontics from the University of Warwick in 2018 and is planning to finish his master degree in the future, he also finished a post graduate course in clear aligners (Invisalign).

Ahmad has recently joined our practice, he provides orthodontic treatment as well as general dentistry.

Out of work, he is busy with his little family, he likes swimming and cycling with his two boys.

Nicola Sorrell qualified from the Liverpool University Dental School in 1987, and moved to Nottingham a few years later. Nicola began working in Ruddington in January 1993 taking over the Practice in the village, owning and running it for over 20 years.

She now work’s in the practice providing all aspects  of fine line treatments, using Botulinum and Dermal Fillers, both of which she is now providing at the practice.  Her focus has always been on providing treatment at the highest clinical standards with personal and caring attention.

Out of work she is a keen golfer and ardent dog lover.

Selina re-joined the team in April 2011 after previously working for Miss Nicola Sorrell back in 1999 where she trained and qualified as a Dental Nurse in 2001. Selina has also gained a certificate in Oral Health Education and is able to run Oral Health sessions at the practice as and when required. Selina is a senior member of our team and is currently working towards settling into her new job role as Practice Manager. Selina lives in Nottingham with her husband and her 2 children and her hobbies include keeping fit, travelling and making handmade crafts.

Callum has been working at the practice for over 4 years, but has been working in dentistry for over 10 years. He enjoys all aspects of his job, however he particularly enjoys working with the team to achieve the best results possible for all our patients. In the near future Callum hopes to become competent in more dental roles including dental photography, taking impressions and the promotion of oral health.

In his spare time Callum enjoys playing football for the local West Bridgford F.C and enjoys going out with friends and family.

Emma joined the team at Ruddington in July 2016 and completed her level 3 Dental nursing Diploma in April 2019. Emma is now thoroughly enjoying her new career and finds the role extremely rewarding. Emma is very interested in dental implants and is considering a post qualification in this in the near future. In her spare time, she likes to keep active, but most of her time is dedicated to her daughter. They enjoy days out, parks and cinema trips.

Jodi joined the team at Ruddington in October 2020 as a trainee Dental Nurse. Jodi came to us fresh from school and is currently working towards her level 3 Dental Nursing diploma.

Jodi is thriving in her new role and can’t wait to become a qualified Dental Nurse. In Jodi’s spare time she enjoys spending quality time with her family and her dog Max.

Ellie joined our team at Ruddington in January 2024 as a trainee dental nurse. She has prior experience at working in a dental practice and will be sitting her qualification exams this year.

She enjoys helping with orthodontic treatment in particular and has settled well into our team. 

Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family and pets. She is also a huge Nottingham Forest fan and enjoys attending the matches with her dad.