Meet the Expert Team at Coppertop Dental Surgery: Committed Professionals Dedicated to Your Oral Health and Radiant Smile. Our Experienced Dentists and Support Staff Strive to Provide Personalised, High-Quality Care in a Warm and Inviting Environment. Discover the Passion, Skill, and Dedication That Define Our Team’s Approach to Your Dental Wellness.
Where Passionate Professionals Craft Your Healthy and Beautiful Smile
Amanda Purdom
Dentist
I qualified in 1992 from Guy’s Hospital in London where I then worked as a House Surgeon. I joined Coppertop in 1998 and live locally with my husband, son and rescue greyhounds. I love walking my dogs in the countryside and I am a keen swimmer. I like to treat my patients with compassion whilst keeping them dentally healthy.
View ProfileHannah Watts
Dentist
Dr Hannah Watts is originally from Pembrokeshire in West Wales and graduated from the University of Bristol. After completing her vocational training in Berkshire, she returned to Bristol to work in general practice before relocating to the South East of England.
View ProfileShruti Gaonkar
Dentist
I am a dentist with a special interest in Endodontics, having completed a postgraduate course from Eastman Dental Institution London – considered to be one of the best in the world for PG in Endodontics.
View ProfileDr Ayham Sbahi
Dentist
Dr Ayham Sbahi is an implant-focused dentist practising in the UK across NHS and private settings, with advanced training in evidence-based, minimally invasive implant dentistry and ongoing MSc study in Dental Implantology. He takes a patient-centred, conservative approach, using digital planning to deliver long-term functional and aesthetic results…
View ProfileDr V Murugaraj
Dentist
Dr Murugaraj qualified in 1998. His post-graduate training has provided him with extensive exposure in the field of oral surgery. Using his passion for involvement in patient care and teaching, Dr Murugaraj has tried to build an academically and clinically strong career.
View ProfilePretam Gharat
Dentist with special interest in implants
Pretam Gharat’s philosophy is to strive for excellence and he aims at the very highest standards in modern dentistry for his patients. He aims to have a highly trained and caring team and provide the most advanced treatments.
View ProfileDr Sami Chabani
Orthodontist
Dr. Sami Chabani obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from San Pablo University in Madrid. He went on to pursue a Master’s degree in Dento-Facial Orthopaedics and Orthodontics at UCAM in Seville, Spain…
View ProfileLisa Davies
Dental Hygienist
Lisa qualified as a Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist from the Royal London Dental Hospital in 2009. She originally started as a Dental Nurse whilst serving in the Royal Army Dental Corps. She has gained a vast amount of experience working in several practices that specialise in implantology, periodontology, orthodontics and general dentistry.
View ProfileAgota Dimeny
Dental Hygienist
Agota graduated as a Dentist in Tirgu Mures, in Transylvania (Romania) in 2017. She also spent some time in Hungry in dental hospitals, extending her knowledge. She joined Coppertop Dental Surgery in 2022 as a Hygienist, so she can meet the patient and continue teaching them about oral hygiene and the importance of a balanced and healthy diet.
View ProfileNicola Buckingham
Dental Hygienist
Susan Applegarth
Dental Hygienist
Sue qualified in 1983 at the Army School of Hygiene Aldershot and joined Coppertop Dental Practice in 1986. Sue is the longest serving member of staff and a valued member of the team.
View ProfileAga Zurawska
Dental Hygienist
I have been working for 18 years as a Dental Nurse in both NHS and Private sector, before pursuing my Diploma in Dental Hygiene, which I gained in 2021.I am dedicated and detail – orientated dental hygienist.
View ProfileHelen Hawkins
Dental Nurse
Helen has been working at Coppertop since 2009. She qualified as a nurse in 2008, however, she has been working as a Dental Nurse for 32 years. Her hobbies outside of work are music and dancing and spending time with her daughter and grandson.
View ProfileZuzana Darnadiova
Dental Nurse
Sushmita Paudel
Dental Nurse
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Kristin Glanville
Dental Nurse
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Sarah Ward
Receptionist
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Tina Craig
Receptionist
Debbie Hiscock
Practice Manager
I have had the pleasure of working in dentistry for 30 years, starting off as a qualified nurse in 1994. I have seen so many changes and challenges in dentistry which, over the years, have taught me a lot about teamwork and building good relationships with our patients.
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