
BDS BSc (Hons) MFDS RCSEd PGCert ClinTeach
Team member
Principal Dentist
Known for his calm and reassuring manner, Maz combines academic depth, teaching experience, and a patient-first approach to provide personalised private dental care.

Worsthorne Dental Practice
A refined and reassuring dental experience built around comfort, trust and clinical excellence.
A refined private dental experience built around comfort, precision, and confidence. From routine family care to short term orthodontics, whitening, and cosmetic dentistry, every detail is designed to feel considered and personalised.
Experienced clinical team
Modern technology
Patient-first environment
Private Dental Practice
Most requested
Hygiene treatment and care plan
Precision-led tooth replacement with lasting function and natural aesthetics.
Patient promise
Clear, calm, considered
Every consultation is focused on clarity, comfort, and confidence.
Trusted by families and private patients
Advanced treatments delivered with precision
Comfort-led care in a calm clinical setting
Transparent advice from experienced clinicians

Welcome
Worsthorne Dental Clinic combines advanced treatment options with a calm, attentive experience that helps patients feel informed and cared for. Every visit is designed to feel personal, modern, and reassuring from first conversation to final result.
Whether you need routine care, restorative work, or a full smile transformation, the focus stays the same: refined care, honest guidance, and results you can feel confident in.
You can explore our hygiene treatment and care plan”, teeth whitening, cosmetic dentistry, and family dentistry pages, view real outcomes in our case studies, or speak to our team through the contact page.
We also welcome patients from Burnley, Blackburn, Preston, Manchester, and across the North West.

Established
Since 1998
About Us
Founded by Dr. John Clavell Bate in 1998 and continued by Dr. Mazhar Iqbal in late 2022, Worsthorne Dental Practice provides high-quality dental care across Lancashire and the Northwest.
Over the years, we have treated a wide range of patients including those connected with Burnley Football Club while maintaining the same commitment to thoughtful, professional care.
Our philosophy is simple: treatment should be built around comfort and above all, patient centred.
Trust & Experience
Patients choose Worsthorne Dental Clinic not only for treatment quality, but because the entire experience is designed to feel personal, and reassuring.
Since 1998
Established care
A long-standing clinic built on consistency, trust, and patient relationships.
25+ Years
Clinical experience
Decades of serving families, individuals, and professional clients across the region.
Comfort First
Patient approach
Our care is designed around reassurance, gentle communication, and a calm experience.
Trusted Locally
Broad client base
Serving a wide range of patients across Lancashire, including high-profile and professional clients.
Treatments
Explore carefully presented treatments designed to help patients understand options quickly while still feeling the quality and depth of a private clinic.

Preventive and routine care designed to support healthy smiles through every stage of life.
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A long-term restorative solution focused on confidence, stability, and natural function.
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Carefully planned alignment treatments to improve function, symmetry, and smile confidence.
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Smile-enhancing care tailored to balance, refinement, and beautifully natural-looking results.
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Professional whitening solutions for a brighter, fresher, and more polished smile.
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Sensitive, precise restorative treatment designed to relieve discomfort and save natural teeth.
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Why choose us
The best dental websites feel polished, but the best clinics also feel clear, capable, and deeply trustworthy. This section makes that message obvious.
Meet the team
Our practice combines clinical skill with a calm, thoughtful approach to patient care. Meet key members of the team and explore the people behind Worsthorne Dental Practice.

BDS BSc (Hons) MFDS RCSEd PGCert ClinTeach
Principal Dentist
Known for his calm and reassuring manner, Maz combines academic depth, teaching experience, and a patient-first approach to provide personalised private dental care.

Patient care
Dental Hygienist
Victoria brings more than 20 years of experience, with a strong focus on prevention, patient comfort, and helping patients maintain excellent oral health.
Case Studies
A more premium way to showcase real outcomes, patient trust, and the quality behind your treatment planning.

Case Study
A carefully planned restorative journey that rebuilt confidence, bite function, and natural aesthetics.

Case Study
A refined cosmetic treatment plan designed to brighten and rebalance the smile naturally.

Case Study
Targeted treatment that improved gum health, comfort, and long-term oral stability.
Testimonials
A small selection of patient feedback that reflects the standard of care, reassurance, and professionalism behind every visit.
“I originally came in feeling quite anxious about a long-overdue course of treatment, including a deep clean and restorative work. The team were calm, thorough, and very reassuring from the first consultation. Everything was explained clearly, including what could wait and what needed attention sooner. The care felt genuinely patient-focused, and the whole experience was far more comfortable than I expected.”
Sarah M.
Burnley
“I had dental implant treatment and was impressed by how well the whole process was planned. From the initial scans and consultation through to the fitting of the final restoration, everything felt organised and professional. I appreciated the honest advice and the fact that nothing felt rushed. The final result looks natural and has made a huge difference to my confidence.”
James R.
Blackburn
“I booked in initially for cosmetic work and whitening, but what stood out most was the level of communication. They listened carefully to what I wanted, explained what would look most natural, and made me feel comfortable throughout. The clinic feels premium without being intimidating, and the results were exactly the kind of subtle improvement I was hoping for.”
Aisha K.
Burnley
“You can tell this clinic has been established for a long time. I went in for a more complex mix of treatment including an examination, periodontal advice, and follow-up restorative work. Every step felt considered, and the explanations were straightforward. It is rare to find a clinic that combines professionalism with such a calm and reassuring approach.”
David H.
Manchester
“I have always been a nervous dental patient and had avoided treatment for longer than I should have. The team were patient, gentle, and very understanding. Even during treatment itself, they checked in regularly and made sure I was comfortable. What could have been a stressful experience ended up feeling calm and manageable.”
Laura T.
Burnley
“The attention to detail here is excellent. I came in for restorative treatment after an old issue flared up and was impressed by how carefully everything was assessed. The clinician explained the likely cause, the treatment options, and the long-term approach in a way that made sense. The quality of care felt very high throughout.”
Michael S.
Preston
Fees & finance
A premium practice should still make costs feel clear and approachable. This section reassures patients that they can understand fees, consultation costs, and finance options before they commit.
News & advice
Clear, patient-friendly articles designed to help people understand treatments, compare options, and feel more confident before booking.

Patient Advice
5 min read
Featured Article
A reassuring guide to the patient journey, the consultation process, and how treatment planning works.
Prefer direct guidance? You can read the article first, then use our contact page to ask about the treatment that may be right for you.
A practical look at results, safety, and what patients should know before choosing whitening options.
A simple guide to when implant treatment may be worth discussing with your dental team.
A clear guide to why healthy gums support comfort, stability, and long-term oral health.
Need tailored advice?
If you would rather ask about your own situation than keep researching, book a consultation and we’ll guide you clearly.
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Whether you are enquiring about routine care or a full treatment journey, this final section should feel luxurious, clear, and easy to act on.