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 Monisha Dey
Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC 302267
Monisha graduated from the University of Leeds with MChD/BChD (Distinction) in 2022. Since then, she has built a strong foundation in general dentistry and developed a particular passion for restorative treatments, including composite restorations and ceramic onlays. Her commitment to advancing her clinical expertise has led her to begin a postgraduate diploma in Advanced Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry with the Aspire Dental Academy, further enhancing her skillset in modern, high-quality dental care.
Monisha is dedicated to delivering excellent patient experiences. Known for her gentle manner and attentive approach, she takes time to ensure patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their visits.
Beyond the clinic, Monisha enjoys staying active through dance classes and values time spent with family and friends. She also has a love for music and travel, often attending concerts or exploring new destinations around the world
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.
Dr Ramana Laxmikanthan
Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC 265337
Ram graduated from the University of Sheffield in 2016 and has since worked across highly respected practices in Berkshire and Surrey, developing and perfecting his restorative skills along the way.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, Ram has a particular passion for cosmetic dentistry and continually advances his skills through postgraduate training to provide modern, minimally invasive treatments.
Known for his relaxed, friendly, and light-hearted manner, he believes that a bit of laughter goes a long way in helping patients feel at ease while still delivering excellent care.
Outside the clinic, Ram loves playing and watching football, and is a regular on the badminton court.
With over 10 years of clinical experience, Ram has a particular passion for cosmetic dentistry and continually advances his skills through postgraduate training to provide modern, minimally invasive treatments.
Known for his relaxed, friendly, and light-hearted manner, he believes that a bit of laughter goes a long way in helping patients feel at ease while still delivering excellent care.
Outside the clinic, Ram loves playing and watching football, and is a regular on the badminton court.
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 Tanvi Bagtharia
Dentist at Epsom Smiles - GDC 290491
Originally from Essex, Tanvi qualified from Peninsula Dental School in 2020 and has since worked across Essex and London. She completed further training in Oral Surgery and Maxillofacial departments at Luton and Dunstable Hospital, gaining experience in complex tooth extractions and minor soft-tissue procedures.
She is passionate about helping nervous patients feel comfortable, routinely providing sedation to improve their experience. With strong interests in oral surgery, sedation, and cosmetic ceramics, she is currently completing a Master’s degree in dental implants at the University of Bristol. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, strength training, and spending time with friends.
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She is passionate about helping nervous patients feel comfortable, routinely providing sedation to improve their experience. With strong interests in oral surgery, sedation, and cosmetic ceramics, she is currently completing a Master’s degree in dental implants at the University of Bristol. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, strength training, and spending time with friends.
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Dr Elizabeth "Lizzie" Lordan
Dentist with Special Interest in Endodontics - GDC 310484
Dr Lizzie Lordan qualified with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Universidad Católica de Valencia, Spain. While working in general practice in Notting Hill, Dr Lordan developed a keen interest in endodontics, and decided to limit her practice to root canal treatment. Lizzie has since completed a PgCert in Advanced Endodontics in Madrid and regularly attends specialist courses to stay up to date with advancing techniques. Her goal is to ensure that treatments are as comfortable and effective as possible for her patients.
Prior to dentistry, Lizzie was a Registered General Nurse, earning a BSc in General Nursing from University College Dublin, which underpins her calm, patient-centred approach to care. Outside the clinic, Lizzie enjoys live music, travelling, and spending time with her family in Ireland.
Prior to dentistry, Lizzie was a Registered General Nurse, earning a BSc in General Nursing from University College Dublin, which underpins her calm, patient-centred approach to care. Outside the clinic, Lizzie enjoys live music, travelling, and spending time with her family in Ireland.
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.
