Cottonwood Dental

Dr Payam Eslami, General Dentist, (DMD, B.A.Sc, EE) has been practicing family and cosmetic dentistry in Chilliwack & Maple Ridge since 2013.

Prior to earning his degree in dentistry, he studied in Electrical Engineering and received his Bachelor’s degree with distinction at the University of British of Columbia. He then attended and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

As a former engineer, he is a strong believer in implementing the latest technologies to obtain the highest quality of care for his patients. He enjoys attending post-degree seminars and continuing education classes to add to his skill sets.

Dr. Eslami and his team are committed to providing quality care in a kind and comfortable environment. They have helped many patients from all ages overcome their anxiety towards dental treatment. He also values and strives to establish trusting long term relationships with his patients.

His hobbies include reading, travelling, hiking, and playing soccer.

Originally from Toronto, Dr. Bill Zhang’s journey to becoming a dentist began at Queen’s University, where he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences. It was during this time that he developed a deep-rooted interest in healthcare, driven by his desire to make a positive impact on people’s lives.

Dr. Zhang attended the University of British Columbia for his Doctor of Dental Medicine. Here, he honed his skills and gained valuable experience in various facets of oral healthcare, always with a strong emphasis on patient well-being.

Dr. Zhang understands that visiting the dentist can be an intimidating experience for many. He enjoys taking the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and tailor treatment plans to meet your unique needs and preferences.

Outside of dentistry, you may find Dr. Zhang tinkering with old film cameras at your local coffee shop or trying out the latest restaurants in town.

Dr. Zhang practices in both English and Mandarin Chinese (普通话).

Dr. Abby Sra was originally born in Winnipeg, Manitoba and spent some of her life there before moving to New Westminster where she has been for majority of her life. Following her Bachelors of Science degree at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Abby achieved her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from UBC.

Dr. Abby’s main philosophy is to always put the patient first and ensure that patients feel comfortable and relaxed when coming to the dentist.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, friends and her dog Niko! She always enjoys finding new restaurants to try and places to travel!