Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
LANGUAGES
REFERENCES
INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
PUBLISHED RESEARCH
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Sari Mahasneh

Sari Mahasneh

Manchester,United Kingdom

Summary

Goal-driven and detail-oriented dental professional with expertise in Endodontics. Experienced in teaching, clinical practice, and leadership roles. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and staying updated with the latest advancements in the field.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Cinical Senior Lecturer in Endodontics

The University of Manchester
Manchester, Lancashire
09.2025 - Current

Associate Professor of Endodontics

The University of Jordan
Amman
12.2023 - 09.2025
  • Delivered lectures to 1000+ students with compelling storytelling and presentation skills.
  • Adapted course content to range of formats and learning styles to achieve 90%+ student pass rate.
  • Enabled smooth day-to-day running of department by overseeing all administrative aspects of academic programmes.
  • Enhanced prestige of institution by pursuing world-leading, original research with emphasis on international excellence.

Head of Restorative Dentistry department

The University of Jordan
Amman, Amman Governorate
02.2022 - 09.2025
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Developed plans and strategies to promote continuous improvement.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial improvements to the department and education at the school.
  • Enabled smooth day-to-day running of department by overseeing all administrative aspects of academic programmes.
  • Offered academic and pastoral support to students requiring additional help.
  • Encouraged students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.

Honorary Lecturer

The University of Manchester
Manchester
11.2019 - 09.2025
  • Conducted and published multiple research article in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Supervised 3 students in their MSc thesis projects.

Consultant Endodontist

Jordan University Hospital
Amman, Amman Governorate
12.2018 - 09.2025
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Completed root canal procedures to treat nerve and dental pulp issues and prevent further damage to teeth and gums.
  • Created individualised treatment plans to maintain or restore oral health of patients.
  • Communicated one-on-one with patients during consultative appointments to explain treatment plan and educate on upcoming procedures.
  • Improved patients' comfort with calm and professional care, explaining procedures, answering questions and carefully managing pain.

Assistant Professor of Endodontics

The University of Jordan
Amman, Amman Governorate
12.2018 - 12.2023
  • Developed multidisciplinary approaches to education, ensuring high-quality teaching, research and student experiences.
  • Worked closely with professors to support collaborative research for course progression.
  • Managed curriculum design and implementation, developing clear, concise learning methodologies through research and planning.

Final year DDS students' programme coordinator

The University of Jordan
Amman, Amman Governorate
08.2021 - 07.2022

Alumni and graduates' coordination officer

school of Dentistry/ University of Jordan
09.2020 - 09.2021

Elected dept representative at the school council

The University of Jordan
Amman, Amman Governorate
04.2019 - 09.2021

Clinical attachment placement in Endodontics

Jordan University Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2015

Intern

Jordan University Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2014
  • Gained awareness of effective strategies in oral disease prevention.
  • Reacted quickly and professionally in medical emergencies.
  • Communicated effectively with patients.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Endodontics

Jordan Dental Board of Endodontics
Amman, Amman Governorate

Membership in Endodontics - Endodontics

The Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
12.2018 -

Master of Science - Clinical Dentistry (Endodontics)

The University of Manchester
Manchester, United Kingdom
09.2015 - 09.2018

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) - Bachelor

University of Jordan
Amman, Amman Governorate
09.2008 - 06.2013

A-Levels - International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)

College De La Salle
Amman, Amman Governorate
01.2006 - 01.2008

Primary and Secondary education - Secondary Education

College De La Salle
Amman, Amman Governorate
01.1996 - 01.2008

Skills

  • Self-motivated and self-learning
  • Excellent teamwork skills/ communicate effectively with staff
  • Various Academic skills including programme development, research presentation, curriculum optimisation, faculty communication, research and analysis and programme development and management
  • Ability to plan, organise and control activities and this was honoured by the president of The University of Jordan

LANGUAGES

Arabic - Native
English - Fluent
French - Elementary (A2)

REFERENCES

  • Keith, Horner, Prof., keith.horner@manchester.ac.uk, School of Dentistry, University of Manchester, UK
  • Alison, Qualtrough, Prof., alison.qualtrough@manchester.ac.uk, School of Dentistry, University of Manchester, UK
  • Mohammad, Hammad, Dr., mohammad.hammad@manchester.ac.uk, School of Dentistry, University of Jordan, Jordan

INTERESTS AND HOBBIES

Community service: participated in various missions to provide dental care for Syrian refugees in Jordan in addition to the following: Provided dental care for Down's Syndrome patients within the JUH, offered dental services to UNRWA School in Irbid., September 2013 - Participated in a free dental care days at JUH., Member of the public service club of the University of Jordan - Organized university graduation ceremonies (June 2009-June 2013), Assisted in organising the Faculty of Dentistry symposia (June 2012 - June 2015), Hobbies: Sports (Cycling & Football) and Reading novels

PUBLISHED RESEARCH

  • Mahasneh, S.A., Goodwin, M. and Cunliffe, J., 2026. Effect of Horizontal Angulation on Radiographic Measurement of the Contact Point–Alveolar Bone Crest Distance: An In Vitro Study.
  • El-Ma’aita, A., Mahasneh, S., Hamandi, M. and Al-Rabab’ah, M., 2024. Molar root canal treatment performed by undergraduate dental students; an observational study of procedural errors and student perception. BMC Medical Education, 24(1).
  • Mahasneh, S.A., Goodwin, M., Pretty, I. and Cunliffe, J., 2023. The use of radiographs to assess the impact of the distance between the contact area and the crest of the bone to predict the presence or absence of interdental papilla: an in vivo study. British Dental Journal, pp.1-6.
  • Mahasneh, S.A., Al-Hadidi, A., Kadim Wahab, F., Sawair, F.A., AL-Rabab'ah, M.A., Al-Nazer, S., Bakain, Y., Nardi, C. and Cunliffe, J., 2023. A Cone Beam CT Study on the Correlation between Crestal Bone Loss and Periapical Disease. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 12(6), p.2423.
  • Cunliffe, J., Goodwin, M., Mahasneh, S.A. and Pretty, I., 2022. Factors Affecting the Presence or Absence of Interdental Papilla; An In-Vivo study. Part II: Influence of Different Parameters on the Presence or Absence of a Black Triangle. The Open Dentistry Journal, 16(1).
  • Mahasneh, S.A., Al-Hadidi, A., Hassona, Y., Sawair, F.A., Al-Nazer, S., Bakain, Y. and Cunliffe, J., 2022. Maxillary Sinusitis of Odontogenic Origin: Prevalence among 3D Imaging—A Retrospective Study. Applied Sciences, 12(6), p.3057.
  • Cunliffe, J., Al-Hadidi, A., Sawair, F.A. and Mahasneh, S.A., 2022. Comparison of imaging modalities in the diagnosis of external cervical resorption (ECR): an in-vitro study. Odontology, 110(1), pp.157-163.
  • Wahab, F.K., Mahasneh, S.A., Sawair, F.A., Hamdan, M.A., Hattar, S.N. and AL-Rabab'ah, M.A., 2021. Restoration of root filled teeth; current opinions and techniques. The Open Dentistry Journal, 15(1).
  • Hammad, M.M., Mahasneh, S.A., Sawair, F.A., Hattar, S.N., Al-Rabab'ah, M.A. and Wahab, F.K., 2020. Satisfaction of optional pairing in clinical dental training. Journal of dental education, 84(12), pp.1418-1425.
  • Mahasneh, S.A., Horner, K., Cunliffe, J., Al-Salehi, S., Sengupta, A. and AlHadidi, A., 2018. Guidelines on radiographic imaging as part of root canal treatment: a systematic review with a focus on review imaging after treatment. International endodontic journal, 51, pp.e238-e249.
  • Mahasneh, S. and Mahasneh, A., 2017. Probiotics: a promising role in dental health. Dentistry journal, 5(4), p.26.
  • Mahasneh, A.M., Hamdan, S. and Mahasneh, S.A., 2015. Probiotic Properties of Lactobacillus Species Isolated from Local Traditional Fermented Products. Jordan Journal of Biological Sciences 8(2), 81-87.
  • Annual conference of the dental school at The University of Jordan since 2019
  • British Endodontic Society meeting (Nov/2015), British Endodontic Society meeting (March/2016), British Endodontic Society meeting (Nov/2016), British Endodontic Society meeting (March/2017), European Society of Endodontology meeting (Sep/2017), British Endodontic Society meeting (Nov/2017)

Timeline

Cinical Senior Lecturer in Endodontics

The University of Manchester
09.2025 - Current

Associate Professor of Endodontics

The University of Jordan
12.2023 - 09.2025

Head of Restorative Dentistry department

The University of Jordan
02.2022 - 09.2025

Final year DDS students' programme coordinator

The University of Jordan
08.2021 - 07.2022

Alumni and graduates' coordination officer

school of Dentistry/ University of Jordan
09.2020 - 09.2021

Honorary Lecturer

The University of Manchester
11.2019 - 09.2025

Elected dept representative at the school council

The University of Jordan
04.2019 - 09.2021

Membership in Endodontics - Endodontics

The Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
12.2018 -

Consultant Endodontist

Jordan University Hospital
12.2018 - 09.2025

Assistant Professor of Endodontics

The University of Jordan
12.2018 - 12.2023

Master of Science - Clinical Dentistry (Endodontics)

The University of Manchester
09.2015 - 09.2018

Clinical attachment placement in Endodontics

Jordan University Hospital
03.2015 - 06.2015

Intern

Jordan University Hospital
07.2013 - 06.2014

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) - Bachelor

University of Jordan
09.2008 - 06.2013

A-Levels - International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE)

College De La Salle
01.2006 - 01.2008

Primary and Secondary education - Secondary Education

College De La Salle
01.1996 - 01.2008

Certificate of Higher Education - Endodontics

Jordan Dental Board of Endodontics
Sari Mahasneh