The People Behind Your Smile
Meet Our Dental Team in Epsom
Great dentistry starts with great people. Get to know the dentists, hygienists, and support staff who make up the Epsom Smiles team — and find out who you'll be seeing at your next appointment.
Dr Komal Chopra
Principal Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC 290058
Dr. Komal Chopra is the Principal Dentist at Epsom Smiles. She graduated from Peninsula Dental School in 2020 and since then has developed a strong passion for general dentistry. She is committed to a holistic approach in her work, focusing on a patient’s overall wellbeing as well as their oral health. Known for her gentle manner and personalised care, she aims to make every visit a comfortable and positive experience.
In addition to her core dental expertise, Dr. Chopra holds a diploma in facial aesthetics and dental sleep medicine, allowing her to offer advanced treatments that enhance health, confidence, and quality of life. With a dedication to continual learning and patient-centred care, she strives to deliver dentistry that is modern, comprehensive, and truly tailored to each patients’ individual needs.
In addition to her core dental expertise, Dr. Chopra holds a diploma in facial aesthetics and dental sleep medicine, allowing her to offer advanced treatments that enhance health, confidence, and quality of life. With a dedication to continual learning and patient-centred care, she strives to deliver dentistry that is modern, comprehensive, and truly tailored to each patients’ individual needs.
Dr Hewitt Yau
Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC 317900
Dr Hewitt Yau is an Associate Dentist at Epsom Smiles, having graduated from Newcastle University Dental School. He is dedicated to delivering a truly bespoke patient experience, combining clinical skill with a gentle, meticulous approach to care. Dr Yau places great emphasis on understanding each patient’s immediate priorities as well as their long-term oral health needs, which is why patients consistently praise his thoroughness and compassionate manner.
Dr Yau is committed to staying at the forefront of modern dentistry by regularly attending conferences and advanced training led by world-renowned clinicians. He is currently completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Restorative Dentistry and is an active member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Originally from Hong Kong, Dr. Yau also speaks Cantonese.
Dr Yau is committed to staying at the forefront of modern dentistry by regularly attending conferences and advanced training led by world-renowned clinicians. He is currently completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Restorative Dentistry and is an active member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Originally from Hong Kong, Dr. Yau also speaks Cantonese.
Dr Celine Reynolds
Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC 258190
Dr Celine qualified from Queen’s University Belfast in 2015 before relocating to Newcastle upon Tyne to complete her Foundation Dentist training. She went on to spend the next 10 years practising dentistry in the region, alongside successfully running her own facial aesthetics clinic.
In February this year, Dr Celine moved to Epsom with her family and shortly afterwards welcomed her second son. She provides a wide range of dental and facial aesthetic treatments, combining clinical expertise with a keen eye for detail. By integrating dentistry and facial aesthetics, Dr Celine helps patients look and feel like the best version of themselves.
In February this year, Dr Celine moved to Epsom with her family and shortly afterwards welcomed her second son. She provides a wide range of dental and facial aesthetic treatments, combining clinical expertise with a keen eye for detail. By integrating dentistry and facial aesthetics, Dr Celine helps patients look and feel like the best version of themselves.
Erica Matta
Hygiene Therapist at Epsom Smiles
Erica Matta is a qualified Dental Therapist and Hygienist who graduated from King’s College in 2025. Her career in dentistry began as a dental nurse, where she quickly discovered how much she enjoyed caring for patients and helping them feel at ease. As her passion for hands-on patient support grew, she was inspired to progress her studies and develop into the clinician she is proud to be today.
Erica is known for her warm, chatty, and positive approach, always aiming to make appointments relaxed and reassuring—particularly for nervous patients. She has a special interest in working with children, creating gentle and engaging experiences that help them build confidence and develop healthy dental habits for life.
Dedicated, friendly, and committed to patient comfort, Erica looks forward to welcoming every patient to her chair and supporting them on their journey toward a healthier, happier smile.
Erica is known for her warm, chatty, and positive approach, always aiming to make appointments relaxed and reassuring—particularly for nervous patients. She has a special interest in working with children, creating gentle and engaging experiences that help them build confidence and develop healthy dental habits for life.
Dedicated, friendly, and committed to patient comfort, Erica looks forward to welcoming every patient to her chair and supporting them on their journey toward a healthier, happier smile.
Dr Jassar El Jabouri
Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC 251163
Advanced Endodontics & Complex Root Canal Care
Dr Jassar El Jabouri is a highly sought-after clinician with a dedicated focus on advanced endodontics, and is highly regarded within his field for the management of complex root canal cases.
With extensive experience spanning almost 20 years, Dr El Jabouri has undertaken over 9,000 root canal treatments, providing patients with the opportunity to save natural teeth that might otherwise be lost, including many complex and previously treated cases.
His expertise includes complex root canal therapy, root canal re-treatment, vital pulp treatment, regenerative endodontic procedures, internal bleaching, extractions and second opinion reports.
Dr El Jabouri utilises advanced techniques, including microscope-assisted endodontics, to deliver highly precise and predictable outcomes, with success rates typically in the region of 90–94%. For patients, this means greater confidence in treatment, particularly in challenging or previously failed cases.
He holds a DDS from Nijmegen (Netherlands), alongside an MBA and a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health, reflecting both his clinical expertise and broader understanding of patient care and healthcare systems. He is also a member of the British Endodontic Society and the American Association of Endodontists. In addition to his clinical work, Dr El Jabouri has extensive experience as a principal dentist, clinical director and mentor, supporting the development of dentists through VT-equivalent training programmes. He is also a respected lecturer in dentistry and Head of Department for a Dental Nursing Academy in the Netherlands, demonstrating his commitment to education and clinical excellence.
Dr Jassar El Jabouri is a highly sought-after clinician with a dedicated focus on advanced endodontics, and is highly regarded within his field for the management of complex root canal cases.
With extensive experience spanning almost 20 years, Dr El Jabouri has undertaken over 9,000 root canal treatments, providing patients with the opportunity to save natural teeth that might otherwise be lost, including many complex and previously treated cases.
His expertise includes complex root canal therapy, root canal re-treatment, vital pulp treatment, regenerative endodontic procedures, internal bleaching, extractions and second opinion reports.
Dr El Jabouri utilises advanced techniques, including microscope-assisted endodontics, to deliver highly precise and predictable outcomes, with success rates typically in the region of 90–94%. For patients, this means greater confidence in treatment, particularly in challenging or previously failed cases.
He holds a DDS from Nijmegen (Netherlands), alongside an MBA and a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health, reflecting both his clinical expertise and broader understanding of patient care and healthcare systems. He is also a member of the British Endodontic Society and the American Association of Endodontists. In addition to his clinical work, Dr El Jabouri has extensive experience as a principal dentist, clinical director and mentor, supporting the development of dentists through VT-equivalent training programmes. He is also a respected lecturer in dentistry and Head of Department for a Dental Nursing Academy in the Netherlands, demonstrating his commitment to education and clinical excellence.
Dr Deep Patel
Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC
After Graduating, I completed my training year in South London and have been in general practice ever since. During this time, I have completed many courses to develop my skills and have undertaken the Totally Aesthetics Postgraduate Diploma in Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry. I am a highly focused individual with an interest in aesthetic and restorative dentistry. I provide a range of treatments including teeth alignment, porcelain veneers and dental implants.
For me, I find it enjoyable planning and transforming my patients’ smiles and making them find their confidence again. I go into the clinic everyday performing life changing procedures. I have a huge passion for Dentistry and I always strive to achieve a high standard of work for all my patients. I always spend a long time with my patients to get to know them so I can ensure any treatment plan is tailored to their needs.
Outside of Dentistry, I am a loyal Arsenal fan and enjoy playing a range of sports. I love to travel and explore different cultures!
For me, I find it enjoyable planning and transforming my patients’ smiles and making them find their confidence again. I go into the clinic everyday performing life changing procedures. I have a huge passion for Dentistry and I always strive to achieve a high standard of work for all my patients. I always spend a long time with my patients to get to know them so I can ensure any treatment plan is tailored to their needs.
Outside of Dentistry, I am a loyal Arsenal fan and enjoy playing a range of sports. I love to travel and explore different cultures!
Lauren Elsey
Nurse at Epsom Smiles
Lauren is a dedicated trainee dental assistant with a genuine passion for teeth, oral health, and the world of dentistry. She thrives on helping patients feel comfortable and cared for, whether they’re visiting for a routine check-up or a more complex procedure. Her love for dentistry comes from a blend of science, precision, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people’s confidence and wellbeing.
With a calm and friendly approach, Lauren enjoys supporting the dental team, maintaining a safe and organised clinical environment, and ensuring every patient receives the highest level of care. From chairside assistance to patient education, she takes pride in every part of her role. Dentistry is something she truly enjoys, and she is always eager to continue learning and growing within the field.
With a calm and friendly approach, Lauren enjoys supporting the dental team, maintaining a safe and organised clinical environment, and ensuring every patient receives the highest level of care. From chairside assistance to patient education, she takes pride in every part of her role. Dentistry is something she truly enjoys, and she is always eager to continue learning and growing within the field.
Quinn Gingell
Nurse at Epsom Smiles
Quinn is a motivated and compassionate Trainee Dental Nurse with a strong interest in a wide range of dental treatments, particularly surgical procedures such as extractions. She enjoys working closely with the dentist to ensure patients feel comfortable, relaxed, and supported throughout their visit, leaving the practice feeling better than when they arrived.
Quinn values the variety that dentistry brings, as no two days are ever the same, and she is always striving to help deliver the highest standard of patient care. She also finds dentistry highly artistic, which aligns with her personal interests and keeps her motivated, engaged, and eager to continue learning and developing within the profession.
Quinn values the variety that dentistry brings, as no two days are ever the same, and she is always striving to help deliver the highest standard of patient care. She also finds dentistry highly artistic, which aligns with her personal interests and keeps her motivated, engaged, and eager to continue learning and developing within the profession.
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