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Rancho Laguna Family Dentistry, Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA, USA

Dr. Johnathan Kim

<h1 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Johnathan Kim</h1><h2 dir="ltr">Dentist in Laguna Hills, CA</h2>Dr. Johnathan Kim was born and raised in Chino Hills, California and resided in Southern California his entire life. Becoming a dentist was originally not part of his life plan. He graduated from the USC Thornton School of Music with a focus on Classical Piano Performance. After music school, he taught in Beverly Hills as a piano instructor for several years before deciding to pursue a career in healthcare. His motivation was simple – Dr. Kim desired to help others in a more meaningful way. At first, he considered pursuing medicine. However, he wanted to find something that was more in line with the arts and being around people. That is how he fell in love of dentistry.Dr. Kim attended Loma Linda School of Dentistry (LLUSD) and graduated the top of his class. He was asked to stay as an Associate Professor soon after receiving his degree. Dr. Kim believes that everyone deserves not only a beautiful smile, but one that is comfortable and something to be proud of.Dr. Kim finds much joy in finding ways to make his work more successful, and strives to learn how to better serve his patients.Dr. Kim and his wife Esther have been married for over a decade, and have 2 beautiful children. He has a variety of pastimes, such as reading, golfing, cooking, and playing piano. Dr. Kim used to do public performances; however, it is now a distant past!

Dr. Catherine Nguyen

<h1 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Catherine Nguyen</h1><h2 dir="ltr">Dentist in Laguna Hills, CA</h2>Dr. Catherine Nguyen was born and raised in Los Angeles, California until moving to Rhode Island for college. She attended Brown University, where she obtained her B.A. in Biology while researching craniofacial biology. Following graduation, Dr. Nguyen studied dentistry at UC San Francisco where she received her D.D.S. At that time, she decided to complete a postgraduate residency in hospital dentistry at USC in Los Angeles, California. Since then, Dr. Nguyen has been enjoying her work in private practice. In her free time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, baking, reading and doing art.

24953 Paseo De Valencia #5c, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

Dr. Alejandro J. Urdaneta

Dr. Urdaneta is a highly trained and accomplished Prosthodontist, Dentist, and Educator with over 30 years of experience in both private practice and academia. Throughout his distinguished career, he has remained dedicated to advancing dental education, lifelong learning, and improving the oral health of the community.Passionate about patient care, Dr. Urdaneta’s ultimate goal is to enhance his patients' quality of life by delivering exceptional, personalized dental treatment. His clinical expertise spans a wide range of services—from routine cleanings and fillings to complex restorative procedures. He treats both minor and major dental conditions, including veneers, crowns, bridges, dentures, implant restorations, TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, and full smile reconstruction. Dr. Urdaneta is committed to providing the highest standard of care through a compassionate and evidence-based approach, ensuring each patient achieves a healthy, functional, and confident smile. UNIVERSITY DEGREES <ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">University of California San Francisco (UCSF), Post Graduate Residency - Certificate of Prosthodontics, 2010</li><li value="2" class="listitem">New York University (NYU) - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), 2000</li><li value="3" class="listitem">University of Zulia, School of Odontology, Maracaibo, Venezuela - Odontologist, 1993</li></ul> CLINICAL FACULTY POSITIONS <ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">UCLA School of Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry/Advanced Prosthodontics, 2011 - present</li><li value="2" class="listitem">Western University of Health Sciences College of Dental Medicine, 2011 - 2021</li><li value="3" class="listitem">UCSF School of Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, 2001-2007</li></ul> Dr. Urdaneta is a member of: <ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">American College of Prosthodontists (ACP)</li><li value="2" class="listitem">American Dental Association (ADA)</li><li value="3" class="listitem">California Dental Association (CDA)</li><li value="4" class="listitem">Orange County Dental Society (OCDS)</li><li value="5" class="listitem">American Dental Education Association (ADEA), the Voice of Dental Education.</li><li value="6" class="listitem">Hispanic Dental Association (HDA)</li><li value="7" class="listitem">Laguna Hills Chamber of Commerce (LHCC)</li></ul> Dr. Urdaneta is an award-winning prosthodontist recognized for both his clinical excellence and community involvement. He has received numerous honors, including the Hispanic Business Salute Award from NBC Telemundo, the Hispanic Small Business of the Year Award, and several Outstanding Faculty Awards.Dedicated to giving back, Dr. Urdaneta actively participates in dental mission work around the world. His service has reached communities in the Fiji Islands, Jamaica, Mexico, and Venezuela, providing much-needed dental care to underserved populations.Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, Dr. Urdaneta is able to connect with a diverse range of patients and colleagues across cultures.As a Prosthodontist, Dr. Urdaneta completed dental school followed by three additional years of specialized training in an ADA-accredited prosthodontic program. He is an expert in diagnosing and treating complex dental and facial issues related to missing teeth and jaw structures. His areas of expertise include: <ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">Cosmetic dentistry</li><li value="2" class="listitem">Dental implants</li><li value="3" class="listitem">Crowns and bridges</li><li value="4" class="listitem">Dentures</li><li value="5" class="listitem">TMJ/TMD disorders</li><li value="6" class="listitem">Full-mouth reconstruction</li></ul> Known for his leadership in comprehensive care, Dr. Urdaneta often leads multidisciplinary teams of general dentists, specialists, and health professionals to develop customized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Outside of his professional practice, Dr. Urdaneta lives in southern orange county with his wife Nancy and has four young adult children. He leads an active lifestyle and enjoys mountain biking, surfing, swimming, and piloting small airplanes.

24953 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

Dr. Park

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Park Earned His Doctor Of Dental Surgery Degree From Loma Linda University. Originally From South Korea, He Made California His Home And Has Since Built A Reputation For Compassionate, High-Quality Dental Care.</h4>Dr. Park’S Expertise Includes Dental Implants, Invisalign® Clear Aligners, Restorative Dentistry, And Gentle ExtractionsKnown For His Clear Communication, Gentle Touch, And Dedication To Patient ComfortFluent In English &amp; Korean<h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Beyond The Chair, Dr. Park Enjoys Time With His Wife And Son At Laguna Beach, Hiking Orange County Trails, Collecting Rare Sneakers, And Exploring New Travel Destinations.</h5>

Dr. Koh

<h4 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Koh also received his DDS degree from Loma Linda University and brings over a decade of experience to Laguna Summit Dental. Patients know him for his precision, attention to detail, and ability to create lasting results.</h4>With over 10 years of experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistryKnown for his expertise in advanced cosmetic techniques, implant dentistry, and his calm, reassuring careAffiliated with the ADA, CDA, OCDS, AACA, and AACD

23141 Moulton Parkway suite 211, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

Dr. Surabhi Gajendragadkar

Dr. Surabhi Gajendragadkar, affectionately known as Dr. G, joined Smile Craft Dental Group on October 1, 2025. She comes from a distinguished family of healthcare professionals in India, which inspired her early passion for pursuing a career in dentistry. Recognized for her academic excellence, Dr. G was awarded a full scholarship to dental school in India, where she earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree.Her desire to broaden her impact led her to the United States, where she pursued a Master’s in Public Health at Bowling Green, Kentucky, also on a scholarship. This education deepened her ability to provide holistic care, connecting oral health with overall wellness. In 2016, Dr. G completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the prestigious Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at USC. Since then, she has been serving patients throughout Orange County with dedication and compassion.

23141 Moulton Pkwy #210, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

Dr. Christine Vian

After graduating from the University of California, Irvine, Dr. Vian earned her dental degree from the renowned New York University College of Dentistry. She is the first dentist in her family and worked for 15 years in a practice in Anaheim Hills before joining her husband, Dr. Loberg, at our office. She attends regular continuing education courses to keep her knowledge and skills up to date, and she is also a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry.Originally from Orange County, Dr. Vian and Dr. Loberg have four children—two who are in college and two who are in grade school. Their families used to tease them that they were a traveling circus wherever they went due to the chaos of having so many children! When she isn’t spending time with loved ones, Dr. Vian likes to cook, bake, try new recipes, and keep active by mountain biking and running.

Dr. Leif Löberg

I graduated from the New York University College of Dentistry David B. Kriser Dental Center in 2001, with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS). I am licensed in both Ontario, Canada, as well as in California, USA. My focus is on clinical dentistry including the use of prosthodontics and oral implantology. I am the recipient of professional awards such as the Waterpik Prosthodontic Award.When asked, “Do you ever get tired of talking about teeth and looking into people’s mouths?”. My answer is always, unequivocally “No!” I love dentistry, and I can tell you with absolute confidence, the moment I knew I wanted to be a dentist. I was in Dr.Neuron’s dental chair and I remember clearly thinking, “I want to be a dentist when I grow up.” Dentistry is not as dangerous as being a police officer, or as exciting as fighting fires, or as lucrative as an investment banker, but it is my true passion.As stated, my love for dentistry started very simply in a small dental office located in the very small town of Bracebridge, Ontario. I had a very simple upbringing, with no television and no electronics, just my ice skates and a frozen pond. Dentistry was always in my mind, but my journey to being a dentist was a difficult road that was almost derailed twice! After high school, I entered the University of Toronto and majored in Pharmacology. Let me tell you, I had A LOT OF fun while studying at U of T. I was on the rowing team all 4 years and juggled sports with a strenuous academic schedule. While in school, my dad opened up his own dental laboratory. I spent many hours helping him and learning about the technical aspects of dentistry from a lab technician. This further cemented my passion for dentistry.<img src="https://www.drloberg.com/assets/images/loberg-dental-center-2.webp" alt="" loading="lazy" width="0" height="0" data-open-in-new-tab="true" data-max-width="100%" style="width: 0px; height: 0px; max-width: 100%;">

24953 Paseo De Valencia suite 6c, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

Dr. Ho

Dr. Ivan Ho, a family, implant and cosmetic dentist in Orange County, graduated with honors from UCLA and completed his doctorate degree at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry. Dr. Ho has been helping patients live a longer and healthier life through better oral care in South Orange County for over 30 years.Dr. Ho lectures and teaches locally as well as internationally in both implant and cosmetic dentistry and was awarded Diplomat status from the International Congress of Oral Implantology. He also holds Fellow status with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He continues to pursue the advancement of dentistry and stays ahead with the most current technology and techniques in dentistry by attending between 100 to 300 hours of continuing education each year. Many with his team.Dr. Ho gives back by volunteering at free dental clinics as well as free mobile dental clinics. He has donated his skills to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry “Give Back A Smile Foundation” and helped many restore their smile as well as their confidence!

24401 Ridge Route Drive 107 a, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA

Dr. Ruxanda Ghibu

Born in Romania, Dr. Sandy Ghibu graduated in 1978 from University of Medicine at Tirgu Mures. She then practiced dentistry in Romania for more than a decade. After moving to the United States, she attended and graduated from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio in 1992, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Dr. Ghibu has been in practice in Southern California since 1992, and has served here in her Laguna Hills office for the past 14 years.

24953 Paseo De Valencia ste 11c, Laguna Hills, CA, USA

Dr. Don Nguyen

Dr. Don Nguyen, or Dr. “Don” as his patients know him was born in Ames, Iowa and spent his childhood growing up and traveling overseas, having previously lived in Cameroon, Indonesia &amp; Malawi. His father worked in the U.S. Foreign services department, which provided their family the opportunity to live abroad and travel internationally. He would ultimately return to the U.S. for High School and settle in the Southern California area, graduating from the <a href="https://uci.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="University of California, Irvine" class="editor-link">University of California, Irvine</a> with a BS Degree in Biological Science and earning his Dental Degree from the <a href="https://dentistry.usc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry" class="editor-link">University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry</a>Dr. Don is committed to excellence in dentistry and well known for educating his patients and involving them in the diagnosis and treatment planning process. He has a caring manner and a light touch with patients. He strives to be a personal health care advocate in addition to being your dentist. Along with continuing his postgraduate education and advancing his understanding of dentistry, he has been for the last 10 years an active member of the <a href="http://www.ada.org/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="American Dental Association" class="editor-link">American Dental Association</a>, <a href="http://www.cda.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="California Dental Association" class="editor-link">California Dental Association</a>, and <a href="http://www.ocds.org/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Orange County Dental Society" class="editor-link">Orange County Dental Society</a>.Aside from dentistry, Dr. Don enjoys traveling and has visited over twenty countries on six different continents. He believes it is important to continually give back; while at USC he participated in the school’s first dental externship to Vietnam, providing pediatric dental care to underserved children. Dr. Don also enjoys college football (USC Trojans &amp; Iowa State Cyclones), golf, photography and spending time with his wife Dr. Vivienne, their daughter Sofie-Rose, and son Bennett-James. They married at Our Lady Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Newport Beach with a dream to one day work together and establish a practice that would serve their community with excellent dentistry from caring and family-friendly professionals.

Dr. Vivienne Ngo

Dr. Vivienne Ngo, or Dr. “Vivienne” as she is known, immigrated to New Orleans, Louisiana from Vietnam at the age of one before moving to Southern California for the remainder of her childhood. As an Orange County native, she attended Fountain Valley High School and later earned her Bachelors Degree in International Studies from the <a href="https://uci.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="University of California, Irvine" class="editor-link">University of California, Irvine</a>. During her undergraduate studies, Dr. Vivienne worked as a dental assistant where she developed an inherent appreciation for the dental field and the satisfaction derived from providing dental care to patients. As a result of her passion for Dentistry, she pursued and earned a Dental Degree from the <a href="https://dentistry.usc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry" class="editor-link">University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry</a>.Dr. Vivienne has made listening and caring the cornerstone of her practice of Dentistry. She believes that patients need to have a chance to say what concerns them, and after gathering information through examination and X-rays, an informative explanation of their choices. Along with her education, being an associate dentist in family private practices in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas have provided her the skills to be a proficient and efficient practitioner in the treatment of crowns &amp; bridges, root canal therapy, removable prosthethics, Invisalign &amp; pediatrics. She is an active member of the <a href="http://www.ada.org/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="American Dental Association" class="editor-link">American Dental Association</a>, <a href="https://www.cda.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="California Dental Association" class="editor-link">California Dental Association</a>, and <a href="http://www.ocds.org/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Orange County Dental Society" class="editor-link">Orange County Dental Society</a>.Aside from dentistry, Dr. Vivienne finds adventure in traveling the world and exploring new foods and cultures with her husband, Dr. Don, their daughter Sofie-Rose, and son Bennett-James. Her other hobbies include spending time with family, cooking, working out and reading. Dr. Vivienne is also fluent in English, Vietnamese and conversational German.

Dr. Donna Bautista

Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and raised in San Diego, Dr. Donna Bautista’s journey into the sciences began at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) where she earned her undergraduate degree. While at UCSD, she distinguished herself as a lab assistant in a molecular biology lab. Starting with the essential task of cleaning glassware as a young college freshman, she quickly progressed to executing intricate lab procedures for studying transcription and gene regulation, with a particular focus on fruit flies as a model organism. Notably, she was entrusted with the care of the largest fruit fly population in the area, a testament to her reliability and attention to detail. This early experience in scientific rigor and precision directly informs her approach to dentistry.Dr. Bautista received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry. After practicing dentistry in San Francisco for nine years, she established her practice in Orange County. Over her 30 years of practicing dentistry, she has striven to provide thoughtful and compassionate care for patients. Her practice is diligently focused on thorough examinations and developing comprehensive plans for preventative and restorative treatment, always incorporating the most up-to-date and time-proven materials. Patient comfort is a paramount concern, and her attention to detail is ever-present. Ultimately, Dr. Bautista’s goal is to provide comprehensive dental care that achieves excellent functional and esthetic results in a comfortable setting.Beyond the office, Dr. Bautista truly enjoys spending time with her husband, Gene, their son, Lucca, and their beloved dog, Dexter. She has a real appreciation for culinary experiences, always eager to explore new restaurants and experiment with new recipes in her own kitchen. She also finds great enjoyment in watching foreign and independent films and nurturing her houseplants. For health and fitness, you’ll often find her getting a great workout in at Orangetheory with friends. And when the opportunity arises, she loves to travel and discover new places.

Dr. Robert Hammond

Dr. Robert Hammond was born and raised in Culver City before attending the <a href="http://www.ucla.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="University of California, Los Angeles" class="editor-link">University of California, Los Angeles</a> for his undergraduate studies in Biology. Dr. Hammond later earned his Dental degree from the <a href="http://dentistry.usc.edu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry" class="editor-link">University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry</a> graduating in 1966. During that time, he was an active member of various on-campus organizations including the Psi-Omega dental fraternity and Mobile Clinics. After graduating from USC, Dr. Hammond served as an officer in the U.S. Air Force before settling in the Orange County area where he worked with Dr. O’Callahan, the first dentist in Mission Viejo.In 1977, Dr. Hammond established his practice in Laguna Hills with the goal of creating a practice where good experiences are created. His practice was built on the strong belief in helping others, supporting individual health, and building a strong community. He is a lifetime member of the <a href="http://www.ada.org/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="American Dental Association" class="editor-link">American Dental Association</a>, <a href="https://www.cda.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="California Dental Association" class="editor-link">California Dental Association</a>, and <a href="http://www.ocds.org/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Orange County Dental Society" class="editor-link">Orange County Dental Society</a>.Dr. Hammond has taken great pride over the years in building trusting relationships with his patients and their families by getting to know multiple generations of the same family, watching the children grow, and being a part of their lives. In his free time, Dr. Hammond enjoys spending time with his family and going out on his boat in Dana Point.

28202 Cabot Road suite 130, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA

Dr. Sharo Fatehi

Dr. Sharo Fatehi has proudly served the Orange County community for over 23 years​ with unparalleled personalized, honest, gentle care in a comfortable environment. Over the years, he has earned the trust of many of his dental colleagues, who entrust their own families in his surgical care.After receiving his Bachelor’s in General Biology at the University of California San Diego, Dr. Fatehi earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, graduating with honors. He went on to receive his hospital based training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Southern California, with emphasis on implant surgery, dento-alveolar surgery, and trauma, serving as chief resident in his final year.Dr. Fatehi maintains his certification in Basic Life Support (CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). He is a state appointed Dental Board General Anesthesia Examiner, evaluating and certifying dental surgery offices. He currently serves as Adjunct Clinical Professor at his alma mater, The University of Southern California, Ostrow School of Dentistry.

28202 Cabot Rd suite 250, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA

Dr. Frial

With over 25 years of experience in orthodontics, Dr. Glenn Frial has been proudly serving Laguna Niguel and the surrounding cities with a commitment to excellence. Coming from a family of dental professionals—both his father and grandfather were dentists—Dr. Frial witnessed from an early age the powerful role a smile can play in someone’s life. Today, he brings that same passion to his practice, working diligently to create confident, life-changing smiles for his patients.

30012 Crown Valley Pkwy suite b, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA

Dr. Nimesh Patel

30001 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA

Dr. Soraya Mahran

Dr. Mahran earned her first dental Degree from Cairo, Egypt 2004, then her second dental Degree from De la Salle University, Mexico 2010 and upon Graduation, completed extensive post-graduate training in Cosmetic, Reconstructive &amp; Implant Dentistry. Dr. Mahran is a true master in the art and science of Cosmetic Restorative Dentistry. She is a dedicated professional providing General, Family &amp; Cosmetic Dentistry in a happy caring environment. In addition to patient care, she is committed to Advanced Education and staying at the forefront of dental technology.She is a member of several dental societies. Dr. Mahran has a unique passion for her patients and their needs.

30262 Crown Valley Pkwy suite e, Laguna Niguel, CA, USA

Dr. Nadir

Dr. Nadir is an exceptional cosmetic dentist, board-certified by the American Cosmetic Dental Society. Her educational journey began at Lincoln University, where she completed her bachelor’s degree in chemistry. Dr. Nadir’s commitment to serving the community earned her distinction for service, and upon graduating from Case Western Reserve University, one of the top private universities, School of Dentistry, with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with honors and Dean’s List recognition, she completed her residency at MetroHealth Hospital, working under the mentorship of various specialists, including maxillofacial surgeons. Additionally, she completed training, becoming an Invisalign-certified orthodontist.I believe in symmetry, balance, and aging beautifully. I can help you achieve a smile and aesthetics that are unique to you.

28985 Golden Lantern ste b101, Laguna Niguel, CA, USA

DR. DINA GHOBRIAL

Dr. Dina Ghobrial graduated from the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry in 2003 with Honors. She opened her First Dental Practice in the charming town of Collingwood, shortly after the birth of her first child Daniel.Dr. Ghobrial earned her Certification in Oral Moderate Conscious Sedation along with a reputation for being a Calming, Serene Singing dentist who practices with skill, precision, and confidence.Dr. Ghobrial welcomed the birth of her daughter Olivia in 2008, and went on to open her Second Dental Practice Location in the town of Wasaga Beach. The 3000 sq ft facility boasted state-of-the-art dental equipment and Technology for implant Dentistry, and treatments for TMJ Disorders and Sleep Apnea in addition to all facets of General Dentistry.Dr. Ghobrial continued to grown into her Third Dental Practice location in Laguna Niguel where she was privileged to be able to create a post-pandemic, COVID-Compliant facility to suit the needs of her community.Dr. Ghobrial enjoys family time, travelling and heading mission trips to various impoverished locations which has earned her the prestigious Paul Harris Service Award by her local Rotary Club.

21791 Lake Forest Dr #204, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA

Dr. John T. Eli

Recognized by patients and colleagues alike, Dr. John T. Eli is a Board-Certified and highly regarded orthodontist. His practice prides itself in excellence in technical acumen, patient rapport, and orthodontic treatment for adults, adolescents, and children.Native of Southern California, Dr. Eli was born and raised in Whittier. The commitment to make a meaningful difference to the lives of others was instilled at an early age by his father, Dr. Don T. Eli. After graduating from <a href="http://www.wchs.com/" target="_blank" title="Whittier Christian High School" class="editor-link">Whittier Christian High School</a> and following family tradition, he attended the <a href="http://www.usd.edu/" target="_blank" title="University of South Dakota" class="editor-link">University of South Dakota</a> where he received a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Natural Science degree in Biology.Recognizing that oral health and attractive smiles contribute to positive self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-image, Dr. Eli chose the field of dentistry as a means toward improving people's lives. His decision led him to <a href="http://dental.nova.edu/" target="_blank" title="Nova Southeastern University-College of Dental Medicine" class="editor-link">Nova Southeastern University-College of Dental Medicine</a> in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida where he received a Doctorate of Dental Medicine. After graduating with honors and being inducted to <a href="http://okusupreme.org/" target="_blank" title="Omicron Kappa Upsilon" class="editor-link">Omicron Kappa Upsilon</a>, the national dental honor society, he attended the <a href="https://www.slu.edu/cade" target="_blank" title="Center for Advanced Dental Education at Saint Louis University" class="editor-link">Center for Advanced Dental Education at Saint Louis University</a> where he received specialty training in orthodontics. After completing his orthodontic residency and with his Master of Science in Dentistry degree, Dr. Eli returned home to Southern California to raise his family and build his practice in Lake Forest in 2007.Eli Orthodontics is the unique vision of Dr. Eli, a family-centered practice where your health and well-being is priority. Every team member is relationship driven to care for all patients. Dr. Eli believes that one of his greatest professional accomplishments is his selection and coaching of a successful, dynamic team and that it is the dedication of his staff that allows him to be his best.

25432 Trabuco Rd #206, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA

Dr. Amir Kazim

Dr. Amir Kazim is a general dentist at Anderson Family Dental whose career blends compassion, precision, and just the right amount of humor. Originally from Toronto, Canada, Dr. Kazim’s passion for dentistry was sparked early while observing his mother transform patients’ lives in her downtown dental practice. That early inspiration led him to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University in 2014. Since then, he has gained experience across multiple states—including California, New York, Washington, and Florida—working in clinical care, dental audits, teledentistry, and organized dentistry. Now settled in Irvine with his wife Aida and their spirited young daughter, Dr. Kazim is proud to serve the Lake Forest community, where he recently acquired his practice.Dr. Kazim is a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, International College of Dentists, and Pierre Fauchard Academy. He currently serves as President of the Harbor Dental Society, is a delegate to the California Dental Association (CDA), and participates on the American Dental Association’s Council on Communications. Whether he’s mentoring new dentists, fine-tuning a crown margin, or leading policy discussions, his focus remains the same: elevating the patient experience and pushing the dental profession forward. Outside the operatory, you’ll likely find him enjoying strong coffee, advocating for ethical dentistry, or trying to explain flossing (again) to his toddler. For Dr. Kazim, dentistry isn’t just about fixing teeth—it’s about building trust, confidence, and community, one smile at a time.

20672 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA

Dr Naila Farukhi

Dr Naila Farukhi obtained both her Doctorate in Dental Surgery (DDS) and her Orthodontic specialty training from the University of Southern California (USC). As a Board-Certified Orthodontist, she has achieved a distinction held by only a select group of specialists in the field. This voluntary certification through the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) represents a personal and professional commitment to excellence in care.In 2009, she published her first children’s book on Orthodontics titled “<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Wirebender-Naila-R-Farukhi/dp/0557400023" target="_blank" title="The Wirebender" class="editor-link">The Wirebender</a>,” which currently sells on Amazon and Barnes and Noble. In addition to her specialty training, Dr. Farukhi has a Masters degree from USC in Craniofacial Biology. She also has dual Bachelors of Science and Bachelors of Arts degrees in the fields of Biology and English Literature respectively from the University of California, Irvine.She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the California Association of Orthodontists, and the Pacific Coast Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Mohammad Shiraz Haider

Dr. Mohammad Shiraz Haider has been practicing dentistry since 2012. He obtained his Doctorate in Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Southern California (USC) and went for further specialty training in oral surgery at Case Western Reserve University. He received his MD from Avalon University School of Medicine.Dr. Haider has also received specialty training in Sleep Apnea and completed a residency in Sleep Medicine at the UCLA School of Dentistry. He is well versed in all aspects of cosmetic dentistry, implants, oral surgery, and sleep apnea. He has received numerous accolades for his clinical skills from USC, and won the outstanding student of the year award in the field of Oral Surgery in 2009.Dr. Haider is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr Haider is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine.Prior to becoming a dentist, Dr. Haider worked as a software engineer and has his Masters in Computer Science from Cal State Fullerton University. He received his Bachelors degree in Computer Science from the University of California, Irvine.

22942 Ridge Route Drive suite 103, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA

Dr. Rodriguez

Dr. Sofia Rodriguez is a dedicated dentist with more than 25 years of experience in the dental field and over a decade of clinical practice in California. She is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive dental care that focuses on restoring oral health, improving aesthetics, and ensuring every patient feels comfortable and confident throughout their treatment.Dr. Rodriguez believes the key to exceptional dentistry is understanding the needs of each patient and consistently exceeding expectations. At South Ocean Dental, she takes a comprehensive approach to care, allowing patients to receive a wide range of treatments in one location without the need for frequent referrals. By combining extensive experience, modern dental technology, and advanced treatment techniques, Dr. Rodriguez delivers dentistry that is both precise and patient-centered. Her goal is to help every patient restore function, enhance their smile, and maintain long-term oral health while receiving attentive, high-quality care.

24400 Muirlands Boulevard suite a, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA

Dr. Mariano

Dr. Mariano is known to his patients and his staff as kind, caring and genuinely concerned about people. He steps out of his role as a clinician to really get to know you and your needs. His technical skill and his keen eye for aesthetics set him apart from other dental healthcare professionals. Dr. Mariano attended Dental school in the Philippines. Before opening his own office, Dr. Mariano's experience included working in dental offices around Orange and Los Angeles counties. He offer a full range of services with a focus on stress-free experience for the patient. He provides general, restorative, preventative, periodontal, and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Mariano wants you to feel at ease in the office, and he and his staff make every effort to ensure your comfort.

26302 La Paz Rd #102, Mission Viejo, CA 92691, USA

Dr. Jefferey M. Caputo

Dr. Caputo grew up in Irvine, CA where he graduated from Irvine High School. He moved south to San Diego after high school and went on to earn his undergraduate degree from UCSD in Animal Physiology/Neuroscience. The next three years after graduating were spent performing research as a laboratory assistant at UCSD, where he studied methods to prevent atherosclerosis.While Dr. Caputo enjoyed the time spent performing clinical research, he felt a change in his career path was needed so that he could make more of an impact by helping people directly. He decided to pursue a career in surgery and moved to Los Angeles and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) from the University of Southern California in 2005. While at USC, Dr. Caputo was one of a select few students chosen to be part of Dr. Stanley Malamed’s Anesthesia/Sedation team which had a pivotal impact on his decision to pursue further training as an Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon.Dr. Caputo moved to Oakland, CA where he completed his training through the University of the Pacific School of surgery. During his time in residency, he served as Chief Resident at Highland Hospital/Alameda County Medical Center, the level 1 trauma center in Oakland, CA. He also held the position of Chief Resident at Kaiser Permanente Oakland where the majority of orthognathic surgery is performed in Northern California; and Children’s Hospital Oakland where he trained in pediatric general anesthesia, trauma, and craniofacial surgery.Memberships and Certifications ‍While in residency Dr. Caputo was awarded the Outstanding Oral Surgery Resident award from the University of the Pacific School of surgery and the Donald Devlin Resident of the Year award from the Sadi Fontaine Academy. Since finishing residency, Dr. Caputo has finished the two-part examination process and is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.Dr. Caputo is a certified Basic Life Support instructor for the American Heart Association and teaches CPR for many of the surgeons and their staff in Orange County.Hospital PrivilegesHe maintains active hospital privileges and takes Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery call at Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo, the major trauma center for South Orange County, Children’s Hospital of Orange County at Mission Hospital, as well as Saddleback Memorial Hospital Laguna Hills.Interests ‍Dr. Caputo’s clinical interests revolve around dental implant placement, bone grafting of the jaws, wisdom tooth removal, extractions, and delivering safe office based anesthesia. He also excels at orthognathic corrective jaw surgery and treating facial trauma.Personal Dr. Caputo lives in San Juan Capistrano with his wife, three daughters, and son. In his free time, Dr. Caputo enjoys CrossFit, snow skiing, running, and cooking for friends and family.

Dr. Tyler Lee

Dr. Lee was raised in Orange County and graduated from Mission Viejo High School. After graduating with a degree in Applied Physics from Brigham Young University, he went on to earn his DMD from Roseman University and complete his surgical training at Boston Medical Center in 2022. Now a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Lee brings extensive expertise in orthognathic, dentoalveolar, trauma, TMJ, and reconstructive procedures to the team. Dr. Lee is fluent in Spanish and will provide exceptional care at Saddleback Memorial Medical Center and Providence Mission Hospital, where he will rotate facial trauma call.When he's not transforming smiles, Dr. Lee enjoys spending time with his wife Jordan, an employment law attorney, and their four children.

Dr. Adam Clark

Dr. Clark showed his educational brightness early as he finished his high school studies early &amp; started undergraduate studies at UNLV as a senior in high school (He grew up in Las Vegas, NV). Dr. Clark then attended Brigham Young University (BYU) for his undergraduate education where he had an academic scholarship and graduated with a degree in Zoology (BS—2000). During his undergraduate education, Dr. Clark took 2 years off to serve as full-time missionary for the LDS (Mormon) Church in southern Brazil (1995-1997), where he learned the Brazilian culture &amp; to speak Portuguese fluently. Dr. Clark then received his doctorate training (DDS) at one of the nation’s top dental schools: The University of Colorado Health Sciences Center graduating cum laude in 2005. In dental school, he served in various leadership positions and received awards for being the top of his class. Instead of practicing general surgery, Dr. Clark’s passion for surgery led him to pursue further education to specialize in Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgery. Upon completion of his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2005, Dr. Clark was accepted into Loma Linda University’s prestigious program in Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgery. During his 4-year surgical residency Dr. Clark was trained in multiple surgical and medical disciplines including: internal medicine, anesthesiology, pathology, general surgery, vascular surgery, otolaryngology &amp; head/neck surgery, surgical intensive care (SICU), microsurgery (nerve &amp; vessel reanastamoses), head and neck trauma, maxillofacial infections, benign &amp; malignant oncology, craniofacial surgery (clefts), plastic &amp; reconstructive surgery, TMJ arthroscopic/Holmium laser surgery, distraction osteogenesis (DO), orthognathic surgery, dentoalveolar &amp; dental implant surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery (facelifts, eyelid surgery, Botox, dermal fillers). During his final year at Loma Linda University, Dr. Clark served as chief resident in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.Memberships and Certifications ‍Dr. Clark is fellow of the American Association of Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) and a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgery. Achieving Diplomate status or being “Board Certified” is the highest accomplishment one can receive within the Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgery specialty. He is also a fellow of the California Association of Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Surgeons (CALAOMS), American Dental Society of Anesthesiologists (ADSA), American Dental Association (ADA), California Dental Association (CDA) and Orange County Dental Society.Hospital PrivilegesDr. Clark maintains active hospital privileges and takes Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery call at Mission Hospital and CHOC at Mission in Mission Viejo.InterestsDr. Clark’s clinical interests include the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with an emphasis on office-based anesthesia, wisdom tooth removal, dental implants, bone graft reconstruction of the jaws, orthognathic (corrective jaw surgery).‍Personal ‍Dr. Clark has two children (Sidney and Weston) and resides in Ladera Ranch. He enjoys spending time with his children, family, and friends. In his spare time, he enjoys baseball games (Go Angels!), attending his children’s sporting events, and traveling to new areas.

DR. EDWARD BALASANIAN

Dr. Balasanian grew up in the greater Los Angeles area. He graduated Cum Laude from California State University at Northridge in 1997 with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Minor in Chemistry.Dr. Balasanian earned his dental degree at the UCLA School of Dentistry. He remembers his first time in the operating room during a corrective jaw surgery as the moment he decided that a career in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery would be his profession of choice. He earned the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Award for the UCLA School of Dentistry graduating class of 2001.Following graduation from Dental school, Dr. Balasanian attended the combined 6-year MD-Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program at the University of Pennsylvania. He earned his medical degree from the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine, graduating in 2004. He completed his general surgery internship and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, completing the program in 2007 after serving as chief-resident for the program in his final year.‍Memberships and Certifications ‍Dr. Balasanian is an active member of the Orange County Dental Society (OCDS). He has been a delegate to California Dental Association (CDA) House of Delegates since 2010 and served on the OCDS Board of Directors from 2012-2020 holding numerous board positions including Secretary, Treasurer, Vice-President and served as President in 2019.He is also an active member of the California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (CALAOMS). Dr. Balasanian has particular interest in legislation that pertains to healthcare and has made several trips to Sacramento on behalf of the CDA, OCDS and CALAOMS to meet with state legislatures to advocate for the highest of professional standards and public health initiatives. He also serves as a General Anesthesia Examiner on behalf of the California Dental Board conducting examinations of other surgeons and oral and maxillofacial surgeons who are in the process of obtaining their office anesthesia certification.Dr. Balasanian is a board certified Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and a fellow in the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is also one of few Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons to be a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.‍Hospital Privileges ‍Dr. Balasanian has held active hospital privileges at Mission Hospital and CHOC Children’s at Mission(CCMH) since 2007. Leadership roles include Mission Hospital Surgery Executive Committee, Chair of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Section for Mission Hospital and CCMH, Member of Blue Ribbon Commission for Mission Hospital, Vice Chair for the Department of Surgery for CCMH and Chair of the Quality Care Committee for CCMH. Dr. Balasanian is currently serving as the Chief of Staff for CCMH Medical Staff for the 2021-2023 term.‍Interests ‍Dr. Balasanian’s current clinical interests include the full scope of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery with an emphasis on office based anesthesia, wisdom tooth removal, bone graft reconstruction of the jaws, dental implants, orthognathic (corrective jaw surgery), facial trauma surgery, management of maxillofacial infections and surgical management of airway dysfunction (obstructive sleep apnea).Dr. Balasanian has presented at several professional meetings on topics including corrective jaw surgery, drug related osteonecrosis of the jaws, medical emergencies, dental implants and bone grafting for dental implants. He is also a certified CPR instructor for American Heart Association and enjoys teaching CPR to many local surgeons and their staff.‍Personal ‍Whenever possible, Dr. Balasanian enjoys participating in charitable events and healthcare missions. He has been on surgical mission trips to Mexico and Armenia.Dr. Balasanian lives in South Orange County with his wife and 3 children. He enjoys being outdoors and spending time with family and friends. When his schedule allows for the right amount of training, he participates in endurance events including triathlons and long distance cycling.

DR. DAVID R. CUMMINGS

Dr. Cummings earned his undergraduate degree at University of California San Diego. He finished both his dental degree and his residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Southern California. Following residency training, he completed a fellowship in reconstructive jaw surgery in Santa Barbara, California.Dr. Cummings is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and has enjoyed serving on the Board of Examiners for the past six years. Passionate about teaching the latest technological advancements in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, he has held a faculty position as Assistant Clinical Professor at the USC Herman Ostrow School of surgery for the past fifteen years.‍Memberships and Certifications ‍Dr. Cummings is an active member of the California Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He was the chairman of the Oral &amp; Maxillofacial Assistants Course and currently on the Board of Directors for this dental society.‍Hospital Privileges ‍Dr. Cummings maintains active hospital privileges and takes Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery call at Mission Hospital and CHOC at Mission in Mission Viejo and Saddleback Memorial Medical Center in Laguna Hills. He has also served on the Surgical Executive Committee at Mission hospital.‍Interests ‍Dr. Cummings’ interests within oral and maxillofacial surgery include dental implants, reconstructive jaw (orthognathic) surgery, facial trauma surgery, jaw pathology, and sleep apnea surgery.‍Personal ‍He and his wife, Marian, have two children and reside in Orange County. He enjoys spending time with his family. In his spare time he participates in activities such as golf, cycling, and backpacking.

24400 Muirlands Blvd suite d, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA

Dr. Pershin Moradi

<h2 dir="ltr"> Dr. Pershin Moradi, D.M.D.</h2>Dr. Pershin Moradi welcomes all her patients with a warm disposition and a caring smile. Dr. Moradi is not only known for her expertise, but also for her warm and caring chairside manner that calms even the most anxious patient. Dr. Moradi pays close attention to the needs of her patients and is dedicated to creating an experience that is calming while delivering top-notch oral healthcare. Dr. Moradi is married to her amazing husband Robert and they have a wonderful little girl named Madison. Dr. Moradi enjoys spending time with family and friends, enjoys many athletic activities and loves a good movie night!<h3 dir="ltr">Education and Memberships</h3><ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">B.S. – University of California, Berkeley</li><li value="2" class="listitem">D.M.D. – Boston University 2010, Magna Cum Laude</li><li value="3" class="listitem">General Practice Residency – Veterans Administration at Palo Alto, CA</li><li value="4" class="listitem">Current Member of </li><li value="5" class="listitem nested-listitem"><ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem"><a href="https://www.ada.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" title="American Dental Association" class="editor-link">American Dental Association</a></li><li value="2" class="listitem"><a href="https://www.cda.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" title="California Dental Association" class="editor-link">California Dental Association</a></li><li value="3" class="listitem"><a href="https://www.ocds.org/Home/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" title="Orange County Dental Society" class="editor-link">Orange County Dental Society</a></li><li value="4" class="listitem">American General Dental Association</li></ul></li><li value="5" class="listitem">Important continuing education courses : 100s of hours each in Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Dental Laser, Digital Radiography and more.</li><li value="6" class="listitem">Certified in Invisalign</li></ul>

Dr. Steven P. Kirsch

Dr. Kirsch has been practicing cosmetic and family dentistry for over 30 years. When asked about his practice philosophy, he replied, “It’s simple., treat all of your patients like they are family members and provide the highest quality of care with an emphasis on a least invasive, holistic approach”. He works tirelessly to provide a comfortable, pain-free experience with a focus on excellent functional and cosmetic results. Dr. Kirsch is married. He and his wife have a daughter who is an attorney. When not spending time with family, Dr. Kirsch enjoys his hobbies including, painting, exercise, travel, and his passion for classic Porsches.<h3 dir="ltr">Education and Memberships</h3><ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">B.A. – University of California, Irvine</li><li value="2" class="listitem">D.D.S. – Baylor College of Dentistry</li><li value="3" class="listitem">Lifetime member of the</li><li value="4" class="listitem"><a href="https://www.ada.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" title="American Dental Association" class="editor-link">American Dental Association</a></li><li value="5" class="listitem"><a href="https://www.cda.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" title="California Dental Association" class="editor-link">California Dental Association</a></li><li value="6" class="listitem"><a href="https://www.ocds.org/Home/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" title="Orange County Dental Society" class="editor-link">Orange County Dental Society</a></li><li value="7" class="listitem">Important continuing education courses : 100s of hours each in Restorative, functional and Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, Dental Laser, Digital Radiography, and more.</li><li value="8" class="listitem">Certified for Invisalign</li></ul>

24401 Muirlands Blvd suite d, Lake Forest, CA, USA

Dr. Kathy Mortazavi

Welcome to the dental office of Dr. Kathy Mortazavi. Dr. Kathy Mortazavi has been caring for smiles in the Lake Forest community for more than 17 years. After earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from UCLA, she founded Lake Forest Gentle Dentist with a simple goal: to provide high quality dentistry in a calm, caring, environment. Known for her gentle tough and friendly chairside manner, Dr. Mortazavi takes time to listen and explain every treatment, so patients feel informed and at ease. She enjoys treating patients of all ages, from children coming in for their first visit to adults looking to restore or enhance their smile.Outside the office, Dr. Mortazavi loves spending time with her family and staying active in the local community. Her philosophy is to combine advances dental care with genuine compassion, helping each patient leave with a healthy and confident smile. She has been serving families in Orange County for over 17 years. A graduate of UCLA school of Dentistry, she believes every patient deserves gentle, personalized care in a comfortable environment.

30131 Town Center Dr #280, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA

Dr. Zarei

Dr. Zarei is a graduate of University of Miami, where she completed a comprehensive dermatology and cutaneous surgery residency. During this time, Dr. Zarei was awarded the Best Surgery Resident award for academic excellence in cutaneous surgery.Dr. Zarei, completed a fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery, Cutaneous Oncology, and Reconstructive Surgery at the Emory School of Medicine, one of the top programs in the country for skin cancer treatment. Mohs surgery is the most effective treatment for non-melanoma skin cancers and offers the highest cure rates. Dr. Zarei, has performed hundreds of Mohs procedures and skin cancer reconstructions to restore the skin’s appearance following cancer removal.Dr. Zarei has contributed to 42 published research papers in scientific journals and has presented at national dermatology conferences. She is an active member of the American College of Mohs Surgery, American Academy of Dermatology, and other professional societies.Dr. Zarei is committed to providing patients in Laguna Niguel with the most advanced, patient-centered dermatologic care. In her free time, Dr. Zarei enjoys traveling, gardening, and hiking. She is fluent in Farsi, Spanish, and Turkish, offering accessibility to a diverse range of patients.

26730 Towne Centre Dr ste 106, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

Dr. Maryam M. Pearose

Dr. Maryam M. Pearose is a board-certified pediatric dentist with over ten years of experience providing personalized dental care based on each child's unique and individual needs. Dr. Pearose has earned the distinction of Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Board Certification is a status granted only to doctors who demonstrate achievement of the requisite training, experience, and knowledge. Dr. Pearose is proud to provide the most up-to-date and thorough treatment for a wide variety of children's dental needs. She is also trained and qualified to treat patients with special health care needs.Dr. Pearose’s passion to work with children lead her to specialize in pediatric dentistry after graduating dental school from the prestigious University of California at San Francisco. Due to its intensive and thorough reputation, Dr. Pearose headed east to the Children’s Hospital of Buffalo Pediatric Dental program in New York. There she gained the knowledge and training necessary to provide children with the finest dental care available. She also served as a clinical instructor for the University of Buffalo and taught dental students the art of pediatric dentistry. In 2005, Dr. Pearose was awarded the Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry Specialty.Dr. Pearose is a native of southern California, and grew up in the city of Irvine, graduating with high honors from Irvine High School. She also completed her undergraduate training with honors from The University of California at Irvine.Dr. Pearose is happy to have returned to her hometown of Orange County, making it both her personal and professional home. She is actively involved in our local community and schools. She loves spending time with her husband, son and daughter. She also enjoys reading, traveling, and personal fitness.

26720 Towne Centre Dr suite a, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

Dr. Parisa Zarbafian

Dr. Parisa is a California Licensed Doctor of Dental Surgery. After graduating from University High School in Irvine, she went on to the University of California, Irvine, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology. She received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from Northwestern University Dental School, in 1999.Dr. Parisa is not only an experienced, skillful dentist, but also a caring and sympathetic one. Her 25 years of experience with patients of all ages makes her truly qualified as a “family dentist”. From the first loose tooth to the first pair of dentures, she will provide quality dental care—with the emphasis on care. Her strengths as a family dentist greatly enhance her abilities as a cosmetic dentist—beyond taking care for the health of your teeth, she will make them beautiful. A smile that’s healthy and beautiful—that is what she and her staff will strive to give you.Since 2001, Dr. Parisa has been actively involved with organized dentistry, serving as President of the Orange County Dental Society in 2007. OCDS currently has over 2000 member dentists. In addition, as a member of the California Dental Association, she has been involved at the state level by serving as delegate to CDA for the 15 years, and volunteering on various councils and committees. She was one of two trustees from Orange County to CDA for 6 years.Dr. Parisa's affiliations include:•American Dental Association •California Dental Association •Orange County Dental Society •Lake Forest Kiwanis Club

26720 Towne Centre Dr suite b, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

Dr. Roy Kim

Dr. Roy Kim is committed to providing the highest level of oral care and cosmetic dentistry to his patients at his family-oriented Orange County Office.Dr. Kim is a graduate of the <a href="https://dentistry.ucla.edu/" title="UCLA School of Dentistry" class="editor-link">UCLA School of Dentistry</a>, where he completed a Master’s Degree in Oral Biology while studying for this dental degree. With his strong belief in continued education, Dr. Kim completed a General Practice Residency to further his implant and cosmetic dentistry knowledge. Dr. Kim still attends continuing education classes to provide the most cutting-edge technology for his patients.Before establishing his practice here in Orange County, Dr. Kim has practiced in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and San Francisco. Dr. Kim lives right here in Orange County with his wife and two dogs, Milo and Phoebe. When he’s not making healthy smiles, Dr. Kim enjoys participating in mission trips as well as training and exercising. One of his proudest personal accomplishments was completing the LA Marathon.<h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Education</h3><ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">General Practice Residency – 2013 (GPR) Montefiore Medical Center, the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine</li><li value="2" class="listitem">Doctor of Dental Surgery – 2012 (DDS) University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry</li><li value="3" class="listitem">Master of Science – 2010 (MS Oral Biology) University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dentistry</li></ul>

26730 Towne Centre Drive, Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

dr. zand

Dr. Susan Zand earned her D.D.S. from UCLA with high honors before attending Marquette University, where she completed her advanced specialty training in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics along with receiving her Master’s degree in Oral Biology.Dr. Zand is a certified orthodontic specialist who has been practicing for more than 28 years. She has always been very dedicated and involved in her professional community. She is the former President of the Board of the Directors of the California Association of Orthodontists. She is also an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading, hiking, swimming, and playing the piano. Dr. Zand lives in Orange County with her husband and her two sons.

23032 Alicia Pkwy ste d, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA

Dr. Sooji H. Lee

Dr. Sooji H. Lee graduated from University of California, San Diego with a degree in Biochemistry in 1999. She obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at University of Southern California in 2006. She is a member of multiple professional memberships such as American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.Dr. Lee enjoys camping, hiking, and spending time with her family. She loves playing with her two sons and cooking for them. Her dream is to one day travel the world with her whole family.

23032 Alicia Pkwy suite d, Mission Viejo, CA 92692, USA

Dr. Ritchie Park

Dr. Ritchie Park completed both of his undergraduate study and his dentistry doctoral program at the University of Southern California in 1994. Dr. Park began practicing dentistry in Diamond Bar, CA in 1996. Dr. Park also completed his Comprehensive Surgical and Restorative Implant Program from the Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California. He is a proud member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Tri-County Dental Society.In his free time, he enjoys camping with his family and serves as a men's ministry department director at his church.

Dr. William K. Park

Dr. William Park grew up in sunny Southern California, completing his Bachelor of Science in Pre-Dentistry and Biological Sciences in just three years with the accelerated program at the University of the Pacific. He went on to complete his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree at the New York University College of Dentistry.Upon graduating, he received further training, completing his Advanced Education in General Dentistry through New York University Langone. He is a member of American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry.Dr. William takes pride in treating every patient like his own family member. If you have not been to the dentist in a few years, whether it’s due to dental anxiety or finances, we will work with you to find a solution to getting you your ideal smile!Outside of the office, Dr. William can often be found exploring new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

26700 Towne Centre Dr ste 260, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

Dr. Rajabi

Dr. Rajabi graduated from UC Berkeley in 1996 with a bachelor degree in Molecular and Cell biology and moved to Southern California a year later to attend USC Dental School.In 2001, Dr. Rajabi graduated from University of Southern California (USC) with a Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) degree.Dr. Rajabi is a General dentist with extensive training in Cosmetic Dentistry. He carries with him 20+ years of experience in all aspects of Dentistry and has owned / managed multiple practices during his clinical and professional life. He concentrates on building long term relationship with our patients.

26700 Towne Centre Dr ste 130, Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

Dr. Behnaz Sharifi

Dr. Sharifi is a graduate of Nova Southern University of Florida, NSU as a Doctor of Dental Medicine. Since 2005, she has been practicing with other associates to improve the oral health of her patients and brighten their smiles. In 2018, Dr. Sharifi opened up her own practice with 5 trusted team members in order to treat her patients like family. She is fluent in both English and Farsi and offers comprehensive care in both languages and encourages all to be open and honest so that she may provide the best care possible.

26700 Towne Centre Dr ste 130, Foothill Ranch, Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

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26700 Towne Centre Drive suite 160, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

Dr. Shabnam Nejati

Dr. Nejati has be a dentist since 2004 and opened All Smiles Dentistry in 2006. Dr. Nejati attended UCLA where she received her Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology and went on to Creighton University where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. While there, she earned numerous academic awards and graduated in the top of her class.<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;">Dr. Nejati is an active member of her professional affiliations, which include the <a href="https://www.ada.org/" title="American Dental Association" class="editor-link">American Dental Association</a>, <a href="http://www.cda.org/" title="California Dental Association" class="editor-link">California Dental Association</a>, and the <a href="http://www.ocds.org/" title="Orange County Dental Society" class="editor-link">Orange County Dental Society</a>.</h2>Dr. Nejati is devoted to providing the highest quality care with a warm, gentle touch. She has attended numerous advanced training courses in cosmetic dentistry and is certified for Invisalign, the invisible alternative to traditional braces, Zoom Whitening, and Lumineers. Her state-of-the-art dental facility features the latest techniques and equipment in general and cosmetic dentistry which includes: digital X-rays, intra-oral cameras, cosmetic imaging to preview your new smile, and advanced sterilization techniques that only a few dentists practice throughout the country.While striving for excellence, Dr. Nejati is also committed to patient education and takes every measure to make sure patients understand their dental treatment and their needs are satisfied. Her goal is to create healthy, beautiful smiles while keeping her patients comfortable, relaxed, and pain-free. Dr. Nejati's hobbies include spending time with her 3 kids, attending concerts, continuing her education at dental seminars, and traveling.

26700 Towne Centre Dr ste 210, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610, USA

Dr. Aria Irvani

Dr. Aria Irvani is highly committed to improving his practice every day. He brings an unparalleled passion to his dentistry services and patient care. He graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in 1991, finishing in the top ten percent of his class. After receiving his degree, Dr. Irvani completed a 2-year post-graduate course in orthodontics. Dr. Irvani is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Orange County Dental Society. He has also dedicated time to serve as a clinical instructor at the USC School of Dentistry. With over 22 years of dental experience, he has been proudly serving Lake Forest and Foothill Ranch, California, since 1992.Over the course of his career, Dr. Irvani has won numerous awards and has received many acknowledgments from many organizations. He has received the Academy of Operative Dentistry Award, and the Alpha Omega Academic Achievement Award; furthermore, the Consumer Research Council of America selected him as one of the nation’s top dentists.Dr. Irvani was also given the award of Master by the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD), due to his love of dentistry and his commitment to further his education. This prestigious award has only been given to 80 of the 30,000+ dentists in California.In addition to his dental practice, Dr. Irvani is also an author of numerous articles and appears for lectures throughout the nation. He stays current on the latest standards of care and dental techniques through the Academy of Osseointegration. Dr. Irvani also stays up-to-date with the latest trends in cosmetic and general dentistry, and he attends numerous continuing education courses.In his spare time, Dr. Irvani enjoys aviation and hiking.

Del Lago Dental, 30212 Tomas, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688, USA

Dr. Paul A. Day

Dr. Day earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. Prior to attending dental school, Dr. Day did his undergraduate work at Brigham Young University. He completed a Post Graduate Residency in Clinical Dentistry at Long Beach Veterans Memorial Hospital. Dr. Day is dedicated to staying current and proficient with Leading-Edge Dentistry by attending thousands of hours of Continuing Education and Advanced Training. Dr. Day is passionate about dentistry and he has the unique ability to ease patient’s fears and make them feel comfortable in the dental chair. His primary goal is to give every patient a 5-star experience every time we see them.When he is not creating gorgeous, healthy smiles, you can find him outdoors playing basketball, biking, golfing, and skiing. He enjoys going to Angel games and is a huge USC football fan. Dr. Day loves spending time with his family, his wife Lori, his kids Brooklyn, Taylor and Adam and his granddaughters Mara, Gigi and Harriet.

2700 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Dr. Pooneh Sabo

Dr. Pooneh Sabo is a Doctor of Dental Surgery and the founder of OC Dental Center on Bristol Street in Orange County, California.Her approach to dentistry is rooted in a simple but powerful belief: the mouth is not separate from the rest of the body. Oral health, inflammation, dental materials, nutrition, daily habits, and whole-body wellness are all connected.Like many dentists, Dr. Sabo was trained to treat cavities, gum disease, X-rays, fillings, and the standard concerns of dental care. Over time, she began asking deeper questions about why patients who brush and floss every day can still develop recurring decay, sensitivity, or gum inflammation.Those questions led her to holistic dentistry, root-cause care, and a stronger focus on patient education, ingredient transparency, and biocompatible treatment options.

1610 West Edinger Avenue suite c, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA

Dr. Brian Hong

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Brian Hong</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. Brian Hong is a graduate of Occidental College and received his D.D.S from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry. He completed his pediatric dental residency at USC/Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, and also obtained an M.S. in Craniofacial Biology from the University of Southern California.He also regularly attends professional meetings and continuing education courses to stay on the cutting edge of pediatric dentistry. Dr. Hong is an active member of the following professional organizations:Orange County Dental SocietyLos Angeles Dental SocietyCalifornia Dental AssociationAmerican Dental AssociationCalifornia Society of Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Kevin Hszieh

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Kevin Hszieh</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. Kevin Hszieh was born in Southern California and raised in Northern California. He completed his undergraduate studies at Pacific Union College, where he received his B.S. degree in Biochemistry. He then attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, where he graduated with his DDS in 1998. After practicing general dentistry for two years, he returned to Loma Linda University, where he furthered his education by completing a Pediatric Dental Residency in 2002.In addition to private practice, Dr. Kevin served as Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry at Loma Linda University from 2002-2005. He served as the Dental Director of Healthy Smiles for Kids of Orange County, a non profit organization serving underprivileged children, as well as Co-Director of the USC Pediatric Dental Residency Program at CHOC from 2005 to 2014. He currently serves as the Dental Director at Serve the People, a non profit community health organization in Santa Ana.Dr. Kevin is on the medical staff at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) and is an Attending Pediatric Dentist at the Children’s Dental Surgery Center (CDSC), where he has performed hundreds of complete oral dental rehabilitation cases under general anesthesia.He also regularly attends professional meetings and continuing education courses to stay on the cutting edge of pediatric dentistry. Dr. Kevin is an active member of the following professional organizations:American Academy of Pediatric DentistryCalifornia Society of Pediatric DentistryAmerican Dental AssociationCalifornia Dental AssociationOrange County Dental Society

Dr. Rosemary Tran

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Rosemary Tran</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. Rosemary Tran (also known as Dr. Rosie) was born and raised in Orange County, attended Garden Grove High School, and continued on to attend UCLA for her B.A. degree in Economics. She received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 2016, where she earned numerous awards for community service and leadership. She then moved to Ann Arbor, Michigan to earn her Pediatric Dentistry Certificate and Masters degree at the University of Michigan. Her two and a half years of Pediatric specialty training prepared her to care for children with special healthcare needs and focus on caries disease prevention. Dr. Rosie is a member of several professional organizations including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, the California Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Society. She is board-eligible by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. When not practicing pediatric dentistry, Dr. Rosie enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, baking, and binge-watching Netflix shows.

Dr. Richard S. Lee

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Richard S. Lee</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Richard S. Lee is a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Pediatric Dentist. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.A Southern California native, Dr. Lee completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Southern California where he received his BA in Biological Sciences in 1992. He then attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA where he graduated with his DMD in 1996. After completing his studies there, Dr. Lee completed his Pediatric Dentistry Residency at New York University College of Dentistry and New York University Medical Center. Furthering his education, he then completed extensive Fellowship training at the Children’s Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center and Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University.Dr. Lee has worked in the dental field for a total of 21 years, spending 19 of those years in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Lee is a published author and regularly attends continuing education and professional meetings to stay current with all aspects of pediatric dentistry. He is an active member of the following professional organizations:American Academy of Pediatric DentistryCalifornia Society of Pediatric DentistryAmerican Dental AssociationCalifornia Dental AssociationOrange County Dental Society

Dr. Soo Song

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Soo Song</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. Soo Song is a board-certified pediatric dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.Dr. Song was born in Seoul, South Korea and raised in San Jose, CA. She became a Southern California transplant since college, where she graduated from University of California, Los Angeles with a BS degree in Biochemistry and a MS degree in Physiological Science. Dr. Song received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, and was awarded numerous scholarships including the AAPD Predoctoral Student Award, given to one senior dental student for showing most promise in pediatric dentistry. She was also granted membership to the Omicron Kappa Upsilon honors fraternity for her academic achievements in the top 12% of her class.Dr. Song served as Chief Resident and completed advanced training in pediatric dentistry with NYU Langone at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, CA. Her training included sedation dentistry, management of dental trauma, and the treatment of children with special health care needs. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, and San Gabriel Valley Dental Society.

Dr. Christine Kim

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Christine Kim</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. Christine Kim is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist who grew up and trained in Southern California.She completed her undergraduate studies from the University of California Los Angeles and received her B.S. degree in Molecular, Cell &amp;; Developmental Biology. She continued her studies and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from UCLA School of Dentistry. After dental school, Dr. Kim completed her General Practice Residency at Ranchos Los Amigos Rehabilitation Center, where she was trained to provide dental care for patients with special needs in both outpatient and hospital settings. Dr. Kim was then inspired to work with children which led her to Loma Linda University for her pediatric dental residency and graduated with a Master of Science in Dentistry (MSD) degree. Currently, Dr. Kim works in private practice and teaches part-time as Adjunct Assistant Professor of Clinical Dentistry at USC in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Kim is a Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and California Society of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Karen Anderson

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Karen Anderson</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">DDS Attending Anesthesiologist</h5>Dr. Karen Anderson is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley and received her D.D.S. form the University of Southern California School of Dentistry. Dr. Anderson went on to complete a General Practice Residency at Ohio State University College of Dentistry. She then completed her residency in Dental Anesthesiology at Loma Linda University Medical Center.In addition to her clinical appointments, Dr. Anderson is an active member of the following professional organizations:<ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">American Society of Dental Anesthesiologists</li><li value="2" class="listitem">American Dental Society of Anesthesiology</li><li value="3" class="listitem">American Dental Association</li><li value="4" class="listitem">California Dental Association</li><li value="5" class="listitem">Western Los Angeles Dental Society</li></ul>

Dr. Gary Hszieh

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Gary Hszieh</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">DDS Attending Anesthesiologist</h5>Dr. Gary Hszieh is a graduate of La Sierra University and received his Master of Science in Physiology at Loma Linda University. Dr. Hszieh went on to receive his DDS from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. He then completed his residency in Dental Anesthesiology at Loma Linda University Medical Center.In addition to his clinical appointments, Dr. Hszieh is an active member of the following organizations:<ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">American Society of Dental Anesthesiologists</li><li value="2" class="listitem">American Dental Society of Anesthesiology</li><li value="3" class="listitem">American Dental Association</li><li value="4" class="listitem">California Dental Association</li><li value="5" class="listitem">Orange County Dental Society</li></ul>

Dr. Marjon B. Jahromi

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Marjon B. Jahromi</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dentist Anesthesiologist</h5>Dr. Marjon B. Jahromi has been practicing as a dentist anesthesiologist in Southern California since 2003 and has performed thousands of anesthetics during her professional career.She graduated from the top ranked dental school in the U.S., the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 2001 where she achieved academic excellence as a dental student and national recognition for her dental research. She was awarded the Academy of Osseointegration Annual Oral Presentation in 2000 for her research presentation about growth factors that improved dental implant success.Dr. Jahromi was then selected into a prestigious dental anesthesia residency at Loma Linda University Special Care Dentistry and Riverside County Regional Medical Center in June 2003. As a resident, she performed a variety of complex medical anesthesia cases.As an Assistant Professor and Attending Anesthesiologist in the Dental Anesthesia Department at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry for 12 years, Dr. Jahromi treated a wide array of complex medical and surgical cases. She is experienced in providing anesthesia services in various settings including private offices, surgical centers and hospitals in the safest manner. As a General Anesthesia evaluator for the Dental Board of California, she tests other dentist anesthesiologists and oral surgeons on their safety practices. She is a Diplomate of the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology (2004).Dr. Jahromi authored a chapter entitled, “Nitrous Oxide Sedation” in Pfenninger and Fowler’s (2011) medical textbook, Procedures for Primary Care.She is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life support (BLS).Dr. Jahromi lives in Southern California with her husband and son. She enjoys pilates, tennis and painting with her family

Dr. Ivan D. Rees

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Ivan D. Rees</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">ADBA Board Certified Dentist Anesthesiologist</h5>Dr. Rees began his training in health care at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree. From there he decided to receive more extensive dental training in a hospital and emergency room setting. He took a general practice residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, New York. After completing the one year residence he was asked to remain on staff as Chief Resident over the dental department. During his second year of providing hospital based dental treatment he was introduced to anesthesiology for dentistry.This experience spurred Dr. Rees on to pursue specialization as a dentist anesthesiologist. His training in anesthesia residency was along side physician anesthesia residents at the Loma Linda University Medical Center. After completing the two year residency, Dr. Rees had extensive experience and training providing all levels of sedation and anesthesia to children, adults, and any patient with special needs . He received training in critical care medicine, cardiology, and internal medicine along with his anesthesia curriculum. Dr. Rees also went on to become a board certified fellow of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology, the most well recognized certifying board of dentist anesthesiologists.Dr. Rees and his wife live in the greater Los Angeles area and love the outdoors, hiking, camping, running, biking, you name it! Dr. Rees likes to put his personal faith into all that he does and in the service that he provides to all of his patients and their families.

Dr. Rachelle Kim

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Rachelle Kim</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dentist Anesthesiologist</h5>Dr. Rachelle Kim attained her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration at Pacific Union College, a private liberal arts college in Napa Valley, California, where she then continued on to Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Southern California for her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree and also completed her postdoctoral credentials in dental anesthesiology.As part of Loma Linda University’s three year dental anesthesiology postgraduate residency training program, Dr. Kim completed rotations in cardiology, acute and chronic pain management, internal medicine, pre-anesthesia consultation and education, hospital-based operating room anesthesia, and dental ambulatory surgery center based anesthesia. She has rotated through 11 months of medical anesthesia training programs where she treated patients with complex health histories undergoing various medical procedures at the Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, and Riverside University Health Systems Medical Center. She has also treated veterans at the Jerry L. Pettis Memorial Veterans Hospital.Furthermore, Dr. Kim extensively trained at Koppel Special Care Dentistry Center where she learned to be proficient in providing all aspects of sedation and general anesthesia in the dental setting. The community that she served ranged from pediatric patients that were of pre-cooperative age and/or fearful of the dentist to patients of varying ages with special needs such as Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, ADD/ADHD, Intellectual disabilities, and much more. Along with Dr. Kim’s clinically intensive training, she has complemented her discipline in anesthesia with didactic lectures, simulation emergency training, medical grand round seminars, and anesthesia related case study research and journal club reviews.Dr. Kim is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology. This credential is the highest level of anesthesia training that can be achieved in dentistry.Dr. Kim is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). She is licensed and holds a current General Anesthesia permit by the Dental Board of California. Dr. Kim is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Los Angeles Dental Association, and the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists.In Dr. Kim’s spare time, she enjoys spending time with her loving husband, Jon, and her family and friends. She has a passion for traveling the world, food (cooking and eating), and going out in nature, especially at the beach.

Dr. Christine A.

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Christine A. Son, DDS</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dentist Anesthesiologist</h5>Dr. Christine Son received her doctorate from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in 2008 and enjoyed private practice as a general practitioner for 7 years. She then pursued a specialty in dental anesthesia at her alma mater and was trained in a 3-year program treating both pediatric patients as well as patients with special needs. In addition, she completed hospital rotations in internal medicine, cardiology, emergency, and medical anesthesia.Dr. Son holds a dental license and general anesthesia permit issued by the Dental Board of California. She also holds certificates for Basic Life Support and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS &amp; CPR), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support: Experienced Provider (ACLS).In her spare time, Dr. Son spends time with her loving husband and daughter along with her two yellow Labrador Retrievers, Toby and Zoe. She also loves traveling to places and experiencing different cultures such as Tanzania, Guatemala, Jamaica, Portugal, and Morocco.Dr. Son is an active member of the following professional organizations:<ul class="list-ul"><li value="1" class="listitem">American Society of Dental Anesthesiologists</li><li value="2" class="listitem">American Dental Society of Anesthesiology</li></ul>

Dr. David Lee

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. David Lee</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. David Lee was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. He received his B.S in Health Sciences from the University of Miami. He then went on to complete his M.S. in Biomedical Sciences at Tufts University, work for Americorps, and receive his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania, where he served as Class President. Upon graduation of dental school, he moved back to California completed a General Practice Residency at the University of California – San Francisco to continue his development as a dental health provider and where his passion for pediatric dentistry continued to grow.Dr. David completed his three year pediatric dental residency at UCSF, where he had extensive training in all aspects of pediatric dentistry. He was honored to serve as the Chief Resident and hopes to implement all that he has learned into the care of his patients. He is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental association, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry. He is a candidate for board certification by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.When he is not in the office, Dr. David is cooking dinner for family and friends, finding new restaurants, traveling, or playing sports.

Dr. Erina Hung

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Erina Hung</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. Hung is a board-certified pediatric dentist who grew up in Southern California. She attended UCLA for her undergraduate studies, receiving a B.S in Psychobiology. She then completed dental school at the University of Nevada Las Vegas where she won several national awards for leadership with the American Student Dental Association. After dental school, she attended the pediatric dental residency at University of Florida, Naples, where she was the recipient of the Richard C. Pugh Award for scoring in the top 3% on the national written board exam.In her spare time, Dr. Hung enjoys fostering animals for rescue organizations, reading books, eating great food, and spending time with her family and pets.Dr. Hung is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Orange County Dental Society. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Mike Park

<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Dr. Mike Park</h2><h5 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Pediatric Dentist</h5>Dr. Mike Park grew up near Chicago, IL for most of his childhood until high school. He went to study biological sciences at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. Thereafter, he moved to New York City to receive his dental education at Columbia University. While in dental school, he volunteered in multiple global outreaches in Guatemala and Mexico to treat children with limited access to dental care, where he was inspired to specialize in pediatric dentistry. He then completed a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at New York University. After completion of his education, he moved to sunny southern California with his family.Dr. Mike is an active member of ADA (American Dental Association), CDA (California Dental Association), and a board eligible member of AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry).

LifeTime Smiles of OC, 720 N Tustin Ave #102, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA

Dr. Claire Nawar

Dr. Claire Nawar comes to us with a well-rounded educational, experiential, and personal dental background. She attended the University of Minnesota and graduated in 2010 with her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Dr. Nawar has completed the level 1 Postgraduate program in Contemporary Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry from the University of Minnesota and continues to broaden her knowledge and has been highly trained in the proper use of the newest dental materials and techniques. Dr. Nawar has provided dentistry to individuals across a full range of population groups and has developed a great appreciation for comprehensive dentistry and the value of compassionate dental care. As a member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, Dr. Nawar is now offering injectables such as lip and cheek filler and Botox. She is passionate about helping her patients feel more confident and youthful while staying true to natural beauty. Dr. Claire Nawar is continually pursuing the most updated techniques through continued education.Dr. Nawar values spending time with her family and friends, and enjoys yoga, Pilates, and traveling.We trust that everyone will enjoy getting to know Dr. Nawar as much as we have and are confident that you will find her compassionate care and clinical skills exemplary and equal to the high standards you have come to expect from LifeTime Smiles of OC.

Dr. Kareem Abraham

Dr. Kareem Abraham is a highly trained dentist with over a decade of professional experience in advanced dental techniques. He enjoys helping patients achieve beautiful and healthy smiles that have only been made possible through unprecedented advancements in modern dentistry. At his Santa Ana, CA practice, Dr. Abraham works to understand the specific needs of each of his patients to then provide accurate and personalized treatment options that yield exceptional results. Dr. Abraham is excited about what the future holds for oral and aesthetic care, and he wants to be at the forefront of progress by bringing ground-breaking treatments and technologies to patients at LifeTime Smiles of OC.

Dr. Hatem Alassy

Dr. Alassy is a Periodontist (specialist in periodontal and implant surgery). He received his Master of Science degree and advanced training in periodontology from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Alassy authored publications in scientific journals with an emphasis on peri-implantitis. Prior to his specialization in periodontics, he practiced general dentistry from 2004 to 2017 and received his Fellowship award from the American Academy of General Dentistry in 2019. His UCLA training in Cosmetic dentistry in 2015 is utilized daily in the surgical procedures he performs.

720 N Tustin Ave suite 203, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA

Dr. Durisin

Dr. Durisin is a native Southern Californian. She completed her undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at UCLA, and then went on to study dentistry at USC. While at USC, Dr. Durisin was a member of the IV sedation team, where she participated in dental anesthesia cases in the OR, and responded to medical emergencies on the clinic floor.She is active in several continuing education study clubs, where she keeps up to date on the latest advances in the practice of dentistry. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association and the Orange County Dental Society, as well as the National Association of Professional Women. Dr. Durisin has been in practice since 2007, she re-located to Orange County in 2011, and has been practicing there since.When not practicing dentistry Dr. Durisin can be found spending time with her family, digging in the dirt in her vegetable garden, stand up paddle boarding, biking or hiking and enjoying the outdoors.

801 North Tustin Avenue suite 705, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA

Dr. Jennifer Jones

Dr. Jennifer Jones was born and raised in Summerville, South Carolina. She graduated from The University of South Carolina in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. Dr. Jones attended dental school at The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC where she received several awards, including the William (Ben) Irby Award for Excellence in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, as well as the Academy of Osseointegration Implant Dentistry Award. While in dental school, Dr. Jones participated in many dental outreach opportunities. She volunteered locally in her community and also traveled to Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, and Burundi, where she was able to show her compassion, respect, and understanding of dental needs throughout the world.Upon receiving her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from The Medical University of South Carolina in 2012, Dr. Jones decided to pursue postgraduate training in New York. She completed a General Practice Residency at Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY, where she discovered a passion for oral surgery. She was then accepted into a one-year internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at NYC Health + Hospitals Jacobi Medical Center. She completed her four-year residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center in 2018. During her training in New York, Dr. Jones cared for a diverse patient population and became skilled in the areas of orofacial trauma, the management of benign oral pathology, correction of dentofacial deformities, general anesthesia and IV sedation, dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, and other various dentoalveolar procedures.Outside of work, Dr. Jones enjoys spending time with her husband, son, daughter, and their two dogs. She also enjoys reading, yoga, traveling, and watching Jeopardy and is a big LA Lakers fan.Dr. Jones maintains memberships with the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Orange County Dental Society, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, California Dental Society of Anesthesiology, and the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. She is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and also maintains certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS.

Dr. Austin D. Hoover

Dr. Hoover is focused on providing individualized, meticulous care for his patients beginning at the treatment planning stage and through recovery. His goal is to help educate patients on their condition, treatment options, and allow the patients to take control of their surgical care. He strives to treat his patients as close friends or family members. Dr. Hoover’s main goal is to continue the great legacy of optimal patient care and communication that Dr. Mandel has provided for the last 30 years. EducationBrigham Young University – Bachelor’s Exercise Science UCLA School of Dentistry – DDS, Dean’s Scholarship Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center – Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryBoard Certifications and LicensesAmerican Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery – Board Eligible California Dental License Oral and Maxillofacial Certifciate General Anesthesia PermitHospital Privileges Orange County Global Medical Center, Santa Ana, California<img src="https://www.hooveroralsurgery.com/files/2016/06/DSC_0167-201x300.jpg" alt="" loading="lazy" width="auto" height="auto" data-open-in-new-tab="true" data-max-width="100%" style="width: auto; height: auto; max-width: 100%;">Professional Associations American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeonsCalifornia Association of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeonsAmerican Dental Society of Anesthesia Academy of Osseointegration American Dental Association California Dental Association Orange County Dental SocietyOutside the OfficeDr. Hoover is a Southern California native. He was born in Orange, CA and attended local schools. He loves Orange County and can’t imagine living anywhere else. He enjoys basketball, football, surfing, fishing and loves coaching youth basketball. He also loves spending time with his family of four children.

Dr. Richard A. Mandel

It is said that “Experience is a Great Teacher”. Dr. Mandel has been in practice here in the Santa Ana/Tustin area for over 25 years. Prior to that he taught Oral Surgery at UCLA School of Dentistry and practiced in Westwood for 9 years. His experience has formed his practice philosophy of offering excellent oral and maxillofacial surgical care in a warm, friendly and caring environment. He believe s that an informed, educated patient is one who can participate in his or her care and will be the most satisfied. He and every member of the experienced staff take the time not only to educate the patients but to get to know them as well. We pride ourselves in knowing that no matter how large or small the treatment, each patient receives the same quality of care. When a patient leaves the office, we want them to feel they received the best treatment possible. There is no substitution for “Patient Quality Care”.EducationUniversity of California, Berkeley – undergraduate UCLA School of Dentistry – DDS, OKU Honor Society UCLA Hospital and School of Dentistry – Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryExperience Private Practice – Los Angeles, California Lecturer, UCLA School of Dentistry, 4 Excellence in Teaching Awards Continuing Education Instructor, UCLA School of Dentistry Private Practice – Santa Ana, CaliforniaBoard Certification American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryHospital Privileges Orange County Global Medical Center, Santa Ana, CaliforniaLicenses California Dental California General AnesthesiaProfessional Associations American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons American Dental Society of Anesthesia Academy of Osseointegration American Dental Association California Dental Association Orange County Dental SocietyHaving FunTennisSkiingReadingTraveling

Dr. Silvia Vallis

15 Mareblu suite 280, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, USA

Dr. Berkdar

Welcome to Berkdar Dental, where exceptional care meets a modern, family-friendly environment. Located in the heart of Aliso Viejo, CA, our mission is to partner with our patients to provide the highest quality dental care available.As soon as you walk through our doors, you will know you are in excellent hands at Berkdar Dental. Our front desk team will welcome you with a smile and ensure you are seen on time for your appointment. Dr. Berkdar and her team use the latest techniques and finest materials in dentistry to deliver comfortable, long-lasting results.Our office provides a calming setting, equipped with innovative dental technology and modern amenties to make your dental experience as comfortable as possible.

15 Mareblu suite 210, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, USA

Dr. Matthew Riggs

Dr. Matthew Riggs is a third generation dentist in South Orange County. He carries on his family's legacy of providing outstanding dental care to the community. Dr. Riggs is committed to forming long-lasting relationships with his patients and to providing individualized treatment of the highest quality.Dr. Riggs' passion for dentistry is exemplified by his countless hours of post-doctoral education. He is especially interested in the latest innovations in dental technology including CAD/CAM and implant dentistry. Dr. Riggs also stays active in the dental community by participating in a number of study clubs and organizations.<h2 dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">Education and Experience</h2>After graduating from UC Santa Barbara with a degree in Biology and a minor in Philosophy, Dr. Riggs went on to attend the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco, Calif., one of the top dental schools in the United States. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2009 and has been in our practice ever since.

15 Mareblu suite 200, Aliso Viejo, CA, USA

Dr. Michelle Eng

Michelle Eng, DDS was established back in 2005. Our dentist, Michelle Eng, has over 28 years of experience in the field, though! She is compassionate about her work and connects with her patients. You will always be in good hands under her guise. Please find out more about Michelle by visiting our About page.

27051 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA, USA

Dr. Monica Boniadi

Dr. Monica Boniadi has won a number of awards for her innovative practice. These include the Consumers’ Research Council of America awards for cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, family dentistry, cosmetic restoration, aesthetic dentistry, and laser dentistry. She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Orange County Dental Society. She volunteers with the Orange County Dental Society Pediatric Mobile Clinic and the Lestonnac Free Clinic.Dr. Boniadi earned her doctor of dental surgery (DDS) at the University of California, Los Angeles in 1996, graduating with honors. She also holds a double major bachelor of science in biology and psychology from the University of California, Irvine.

15 Mareblu suite 360, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, USA

Dr. Reza A. Tafreshi

<blockquote class="text-quote" dir="ltr" style="text-align: start;">"Our philosophy is simple: Treat every patient like family, and every procedure like a masterpiece."</blockquote>Dr. Reza Tafreshi has served Orange County patients for over 15 years with a focus on cosmetic, implant, and restorative dentistry. His approach combines advanced technology, precise treatment planning, and a calm, patient-first experience.