Dr. JEFFREY PAPWORTH

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Get to know General & Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Jeffrey Papworth, who serves patients in Murrieta, California.

Dr. Papworth is a general & cosmetic dentist who practices and adheres to the principles of biomimetic dentistry. He is always staying on top of the latest techniques in restorative and digital dentistry through continuing education and through mentorship programs. He is passionate about improving the patient experience and giving his patients the best care possible.

Dr. Papworth is currently serving patients’ dental needs at StarWhite Dental, located in Murrieta, California. StarWhite Dental is proud to provide a broad range of expert dental services to patients in north San Diego County and the Temecula Valley. The multi-specialty practice offers preventive care, restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and more – with an aim to help patients take control of their own oral health. Providing successful outcomes and creating positive experiences for each and every patient are the highest priorities of StarWhite Dental.

Dr. Papworth graduated Summa Cum Laude from Arizona State University. Upon graduation, he was accepted to the renowned Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California. There, he excelled both from an academic and leadership standpoint. Not only was he a regular Dean’s List recipient, but he was also selected by the Ostrow School of Dentistry faculty to aid in teaching composite dentistry techniques to underclassman. While at USC, Dr. Papworth also served as the Chapter President of the Student Professionalism and Ethics Association, as a Representative for the AYUDA International Outreach Organization, and as a selected member of the John Wesley Community Health Clinic team.

During his time at USC, Dr. Papworth developed a passion for esthetic dentistry. Since then, he has studied with leading prosthodontists and cosmetic dentists in esthetic dentistry and reconstructions. His training included a 2 year mentorship with Dr. Bruce Crispin, who created the UCLA Center for Esthetic Dentistry and who has established himself as a world authority in reconstructive and esthetic dentistry. Some of the other educators that Dr. Papworth has studied and mentored with are Dr. Vahik Meserkhani and Dr. Brian Harris.

Dr. Papworth holds professional memberships with several organizations, including the American Dental association, the California Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Academy of LDS Dentists.

Dr. Papworth is married to Megan, his wife of 13 years. The couple have 3 children together: Grey, Rowan, and Neve. In his spare time, Dr. Papworth enjoys being outdoors playing sports, camping, hiking, and spending time with his family.

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