Dr Ali Vatan, GDC-Registered Dentist in Oxford, UK

I believe in evidence-based dentistry, coupled with human factors inspired by the biopsychosocial model of health, to build cohesive and holistic treatment plans for each patient.

Built on strong
foundations

Postgraduate

Master of Dental Surgery (Merit)

University of Leeds, 2016–2023

MDS
A Levels

Chemistry, Biology, Maths & Business

King Edward VII Language College, Sheffield, 2016

GCSEs

King Edward VII Language College

Sheffield, 2014

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Verifiable CPD hours across 15 categories
September 2025 – March 2026

  • Restorative
  • Medical Emergencies
  • Oral Cancer
  • Legal & Ethics
  • Paediatrics
  • Periodontics
  • Radiography
  • Digital & AI
  • Infection Control
  • Medico-legal
  • Safeguarding
  • Practice Management
  • Endodontics
  • Orthodontics
  • Tooth Whitening

Beyond the clinic

Gold Duke of Edinburgh

Completed the highest level of the DofE award programme

2016

National Citizen Service

Community leadership programme building teamwork and social responsibility

2015

How I see it

I believe in evidence-based dentistry, coupled with human factors inspired by the biopsychosocial model of health. To me, biology, psychology, and social context each have a role to play in how someone feels, and I try to keep that in mind when I'm planning treatment.

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Person first

I try to see the person before the tooth, and to listen properly before making any treatment decisions.

Biopsychosocial health

The biopsychosocial model of health reminds me that biology isn't the whole story. A person's psychology and circumstances also have a role.

Transparency and trust

I try to be open with my patients about what I see and what I think. I'd rather earn their trust over time than assume it.

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Dr Ali Vatan

Dr Ali Vatan

GDC-registered dentist (MDS Merit, University of Leeds), based in Oxford. I believe in evidence-based dentistry, coupled with human factors from the biopsychosocial model of health.

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