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Going back to his early teen years, Dr. Cliff Broschinsky at Avalon Dental in San Ramon, California, always wanted to be a professional dentist. While many 16-year-olds had summer paper routes, he was working at a dental office, developing a passion for the field. Now, he’s living out his dream, serving patients from all over the Bay Area and surrounding communities.

In 1989, Dr. Broschinsky graduated from dental school and has practiced professionally ever since. He worked in downtown San Francisco for over eight years before setting up shop in San Ramon. Next year, 2019, marks his 30th year as a dentist, an important milestone to Dr. Broschinsky and his supportive staff.

Dr. Broschinsky’s passion for dentistry is continually growing and he’s always keeping up with the latest technology in the field. He offers his patients the best options concerning their dental health, including services that can restore and improve smiles — such as veneers, crowns, dentures, and implants. At every stage of treatment, the wellbeing and comfort of his patients is his top priority.

His friendly, calm, and relaxed attitude has convinced countless patients that there’s no reason to be afraid of the dentist anymore. Dr. Broschinsky creates a positive experience that makes each patient leave with a smile.

Outside of the office, Dr. Broschinsky enjoys spending time with his family, playing the piano, writing music, or teaching his dog Lola new tricks. He and his son recently started taking Tae Kwon Do and together they enjoy learning new moves at their weekly lessons.

Bella Pinkatz, DDS, is a board-certified dentist with over 20 years of experience. She founded Kew Gardens Dental P.C. in 2008 and has served the Kew Gardens, New York community ever since. 

Dr. Pinkatz earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry in New York City. After graduating, she entered private practice and discovered her passion for making dental care accessible and enjoyable for all.

At Kew Gardens Dental P.C., Dr. Pinkatz and her team strive to create a comfortable, relaxing environment. She takes the time to understand each patient’s unique needs, crafting personalized treatment plans and working to establish life-long relationships.

Dr. Pinkatz sees both adults and children so the whole family can enjoy convenient, high-quality dental care in one place. From dental restoration and teeth cleaning to cosmetic treatments and whitening, patients of all ages can be confident in her capable hands.

Dr. Pinkatz takes pride in her work and has been honored as a Top Dentist in New York. She is fluent in English and Russian.

Archana Karkhanis-Lavana, DMD, is one of the general dentists at Family Dental Group, which has locations in Gardner, Paxton, and Northborough, Massachusetts. 

Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana graduated in 2000 from Tufts University Dental School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in dentistry in 1995 from Pune University’s Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College in Dhankawadi, India.

Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Massachusetts Dental Society, and its local affiliate, the Worcester Dental Society.

She completed a fellowship from the International Dental Implant Association and is placing implants at the Gardner office of the Family Dental Group.

Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana strongly believes that her patients deserve the best available care. To achieve that proficiency, she is educated in single-visit crown technology (CEREC) and dental laser technology to reduce anesthesia and achieve painless dentistry.

Dr.Karkhanis-Lavana is compassionate and gentle toward her patients. She and her staff will strive to make dental visits painless and anxiety-free.

Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana finished the Frank Spears Institute Course in Aesthetic Excellence at Scottsdale, Arizona.

In her free time, Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana is an avid reader and a travel enthusiast. She loves spending time with her twin daughters, Kiara and Karisma, and her son, Ruhan. She has been happily married to Dr. Nikhil Lavana for 20 years.

Dr. Steven H. Chang, DDS, is a family dentist with his own private practice located in Monterey, California. Dr. Chang is a native of Monterey and obtained his Doctoral of Dental Surgery degree from Loma Linda University in 1991. Following graduation, Dr. Chang elected to return to the Monterey area because of his love for the local community.

During his professional education at Loma Linda, Dr. Chang performed volunteer dental and missionary work for the Masai people in Kenya as well as for the Navajo Reservation in the United States.

A member of both the California Dental Association (CDA) and the American Dental Association (ADA), Dr. Chang is committed to expanding his professional skills and knowledge on a continuing basis. Dr. Chang devotes a considerable amount of his time and energy to attend professional seminars and symposiums. The knowledge gained from these educational seminars helps ensure that patients can enjoy the benefits of the most advanced procedures and techniques as they become available.

In addition to family dentistry, Dr. Chang also specializes in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Chang also possesses a high level of skill and expertise in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) therapies and endodontics. Dr. Chang and his team are dedicated to providing their patients with the highest quality dentistry services available.

Kenn Kakosian, DDS, PhD, is an experienced dentist serving New York City patients at DentAlign NYC in Midtown East, Manhattan. Dr. Kakosian has been in the dental field for over forty years and has a number of degrees.

Dr. Kakosian initially graduated from dental school in Yerevan, Armenia, in 1983 and began performing oral surgeries. From 1990-1991, he participated in scientific research for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder in Moscow, Russia, and Geneva, Switzerland. Dr. Kenn received his PhD in 1992 and began studying orthodontics.

After moving to New York City, he attended New York University College of Dentistry and graduated in 1997 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery. He has been an assistant professor at New York University Dental School since 2005. In 1997, Dr. Kakosian opened his own practice in the Chrysler Building, New York where he continues to offer patients high-quality dental care.

Doctor Kenn Kakosian implemented Invisalign® (clear braces) to his practice in the very beginning and he is one of the top providers in New York for more than 20 years. DentAlign NYC is now proudly an Invisalign Platinum Provider.

Patricia Swaintek-Lamb, DMD, is the owner of Proud to Smile Dentistry in Bernardsville, New Jersey. She has over 25 years of dental experience and is a leading specialist in cosmetic dentistry and sleep apnea.

Dr. Swaintek-Lamb's interest in dentistry began while working for a dental office in college. She was drawn to the office's positive energy in educating and treating patients about good oral health. A healthy mouth and a healthy body go hand-in-hand, and she considers herself lucky for a career where she can create healthy, beautiful smiles for her patients.

With a bachelor’s degree in biology from Villanova University in Villanova, Pennsylvania, Dr. Swaintek-Lamb earned her Doctorate of Medical Dentistry in 1992 at the renowned Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She then completed a general practice residency at Heart Hospital in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

In addition to taking care of her patients in New Jersey, Dr. Swaintek-Lamb is also a clinical instructor of the Aesthetic Excellence Course – a hands-on, live patient treatment course for dentists looking to gain new knowledge and skills in aesthetic dentistry – at The Center at Dental Ceramics in Richfield, Ohio. She's also an attending dentist at Morristown Medical Center in New Jersey, where she received the Morton L. Wertheimer Award for outstanding contribution to the residency program in 2019-2020

Dr. Swaintek-Lamb believes each patient is unique and deserves to be treated as an individual. She believes dental care should never be unpleasant or intimidating, and quality matters in everything, from tools and materials to the patient’s experience.

Originally from Northeast Pennsylvania, Dr. Swaintek-Lamb currently lives in Madison, New Jersey. Her time outside the office is focused on spending time with family, and she also enjoys golfing with friends, traveling, and rooting for the Villanova Wildcats! 

Dr. Michelle Cantwell is a prosthodontist with advanced training in dental sleep medicine whose practice is limited to managing obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, and bruxism. Combining a lifelong interest in science and art, she chose prosthodontics to deliver precise, functional, and esthetic restorative care. While serving on active duty with the U.S. Navy, Dr. Cantwell developed a focused interest in sleep‑disordered breathing and integrated oral appliance therapy and multidisciplinary sleep care into her clinical focus. She provides patient-centered, evidence-based evaluation and customized oral appliance therapy for sleep apnea and snoring, and comprehensive bruxism management using occlusal appliances and behavior-focused strategies. She collaborates with physicians and sleep specialists to coordinate care and optimize outcomes, and remains active in continuing education and professional organizations.

Dr. Daniel Boudaie is a general dentist and the founder of our office. Since receiving his D.M.D., he frequently attends conferences and continues to take courses in order to keep learning and advancing his skills. He takes pride in his comprehensive treatment planning and strives for overall oral wellness. Dr. Boudaie makes sure to get to know his patients, answer questions, and explain all treatment options in great detail.

Dr. Boudaie has put together a team of dentists and specialists to create a premier dental office in the Burbank community. This passion for excellence is what has earned Dr. Daniel Boudaie Family Dentistry such a highly esteemed, trusted, and loved name in the field.

Thanks to the valuable experience he has accrued through over three decades of practicing, he guides our team in providing dental care at the highest standard in a comfortable, professional environment.

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Outside of the Office

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Dr. Boudaie and his wife have four children. When not at the office, he’s often found teaching his grandson anything and everything from gardening to swimming and beyond. He also enjoys keeping up with gadgets, sustainable energy, and action movies.

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Fun Fact

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Dr. Boudaie loves studying astronomy and quantum physics in his free time. Feel free to ask him about it — but be ready for a long answer!

When Dr. Alistair Saeghi, DDS, envisioned his dental practice, he imagined a comfortable, welcoming environment where patients of all ages feel like family. With Modern Age Dentistry in Atwater Village, Los Angeles, West Hills, Canoga Park, Ojai, Oak View, Los Feliz, Woodland Hills, and Calabasas, California, he has created just that.

Dr. Saeghi has practiced dentistry for more than 25 years. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery certificate from the University of Gothenburg in Sweden before completing specialized training at the School of Dentistry where several advanced cosmetic procedures were developed.

Patients of all ages trust Dr. Saeghi to explain all of the treatments and options available, empowering them to make the best decisions about their own dental care. He especially enjoys working with younger patients, teaching them the value of good oral hygiene, and helping to build bright, beautiful smiles that last a lifetime.
From simple cosmetic services like teeth whitening to more complex reconstructive procedures like dentures and implants, Dr. Saeghi provides customized care to every patient - enhancing one smile at a time.

Lotus Smiles is a state-of-the-art dental practice offering high-quality and affordable care from two conveniently located clinics in Jersey City and Manalapan, New Jersey.

At Lotus Smiles, the patient is the priority. Alexander Milman, DDS, and his team are dedicated to making smiles that are beautiful, healthy, and happy. They strive to make everyone’s visit a pleasurable experience and do whatever it takes to make patients feel welcome, cared for, and supported. 

The team operates like a family, providing compassionate care for their patients and one another. Their friendly approach puts patients at ease from the moment they make their appointment through the time they walk out of the office with a beautiful smile.

Lotus Smiles provides the best dental care by using the most advanced dental tools. Their offices are equipped with all of the latest technologies, like the iTero® intraoral scanner, and they provide a variety of modern services and treatments, including Invisalign®, CEREC® one-day crowns, and Lumineers®. The team also offers a wide range of classic treatments, as well, including dental exams, root canals, teeth whitening, and much more.

Schedule a visit with the team at Lotus Smiles today and transform your smile with the best dentists in the region. Book your visit by calling the office or scheduling an appointment online.

Chen Tsung Chang, DDS, is a highly skilled dentist with more than 20 years of experience caring for patients of all ages. Dr. Chang is delighted to now be providing first-class dental care and state-of-the-art facilities to patients in Hayward, California, at Hayward Dentistry.

Dr. Chang started his career at the Institute of Dental Medicine in Yangon, Burma (now the University of Dental Medicine, Myanmar), graduating with a degree in dentistry in 1996. He built on his qualifications by working in a variety of roles, where he gained considerable experience over the years, becoming an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of several dental health conditions.

Dr. Chang is passionate about educating his patients on the importance of taking good care of their teeth and gums. He works hard to ensure his office environment is warm and welcoming, and to establish relationships with his patients, with the hope of making a trip to the dentist not such a dreaded obligation.

Dr. Chang encourages all of his patients to come in for regular checkups and let him know as soon as they have a problem, so he can prevent oral health issues from causing pain and inconvenience whenever possible. All of Dr. Chang’s patients can be sure of the highest standards of care and expertise available at Hayward Dentistry.

A passion for learning about the ever-changing field of dentistry and the desire to help people achieve optimal dental health are the driving forces that inspire Dr. Oluwadara Oluwadayo to provide caring and comprehensive care to his patients in New Braunfels, Seguin, Schertz, and San Antonio, Texas at Rehoboth Health Network and Family Dentistry located in Converse, Texas.

As a board-certified dentist, Dr. Oluwadayo diagnoses and treats a wide range of dental conditions and provides his patients with specialized care that helps them achieve and maintain excellent oral health.

He aims to give each of his patients' personalized care that addresses their specific needs and strives to learn all that he can about the latest dental technology and innovative techniques in the field of dentistry so that he can incorporate them into his practice.

Dr. Oluwadayo earned his degree in dentistry from the University of Minnesota and received both his Master’s degree and PhD from the University of California, Los Angeles.  

Board-certified dentist Dr. Jenny Bello brings over 20 years of clinical experience providing comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry to patients of all ages at Bello Dental Associates in Aventura, Florida. She is known for delivering high-quality dental care with a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Patients consistently praise Dr. Bello for her ability to put even the most anxious or dental-phobic patients at ease. Having experienced dental anxiety herself as a child, she understands those fears firsthand and goes above and beyond to create a calm, comfortable, and supportive environment. Dr. Bello is also highly trained and experienced in treating patients with special needs, offering personalized care tailored to each individual.

Originally from Colombia, Dr. Bello discovered her passion for dentistry early in life. She earned her dental degree from the University of San Martin in Bogotá in 1995, then relocated to the United States to continue her professional journey. In 2005, she obtained her general dentistry license in California, followed by advanced clinical training through the General Practice Residency Program at the University of Miami. During her residency, Dr. Bello received specialized education in treating patients with complex medical conditions and special needs. She became fully licensed to practice dentistry in Florida in 2013.

Outside of the office, Dr. Bello enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and their dog, Ally. She is actively involved in her local church and supports charitable organizations dedicated to helping the homeless and underserved communities.

Our office is conveniently located on Imperial Hwy and is accessible via all major roads. We are proud of our office which fully utilizes state of the art equipment. We have a modern sterilization system that surpasses OSHA requirements. The source of water for our dental units is distilled water (bottled water) which removes any chance of contamination from regular tap water like that used in most dental offices. 

Our friendly and competent staff is dedicated to patient comfort and quality care. We provide the best and latest in dental technology and treatment options. We provide gentle, family-oriented dental care to the adults and children of this community. We utilize the best equipment sterilization techniques available to dentists. In addition to General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry, we work with specialists in Periodontics (gum diseases), Implant Dentistry, and Endodontics (root canal treatments), as well as other specialists. Our team emphasizes comprehensive quality care and preventive dentistry.

We accept all major credit cards, ATM cards, cash, and personal checks. For our patients’ convenience we have arranged a payment plan through a third party, which helps our patients receive their treatment in a timely manner.

We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful dental office in Downey, CA.

Dr. Esthella Flores is our very own general dentist who grew up in the city of Downey with a passionate commitment in serving her patients with the outmost gentlest care. She received her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Mount Saint Mary’s University. She then obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from De La Salle University. Dr. Flores is currently a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), California Dental Association (CDA) and the Los Angeles Dental Society (LADS) which all aid in contributing to her ability to provide the best patient experience. When she is not in the office, Dr. Flores enjoys traveling, hiking, reading by the beach, attending concerts and watching classic films.

Meet Dr. Malkis

Avi Malkis at Larchmont Family Dental brightens smiles in Larchmont and Westchester County, providing comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages. He specializes in cosmetic restorations, implants, crowns, and bridges. Invisalign®-certified and trained in multiple implant systems including Zimmer, Straumann, and Nobel Biocare, Dr. Malkis is a highly skilled expert in cosmetic and restorative dentistry.

After completing undergraduate coursework at Brooklyn College, Dr. Malkis attended the New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD) to obtain his doctor of dental surgery.

While at NYU, he was given an award for Most Outstanding Senior Dental Student by the New York State Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, completed academic research on the subject of bleeding complications under Dr. Michael Turner, and earned academic honors in both head and neck anatomy and oral and maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Malkis received “Most Outstanding Student with a focus on Oral Surgery" honors and graduated in the top 10% of his class in 2010. While at NYUCD, Dr. Malkis did humanitarian work by providing underserved people in Nicaragua with dental care.

In addition to his work as a dentist, Dr. Malkis has broad experience in teaching and research. He spent a year as a tutor for first-year dental students in the Head and Neck Anatomy course at NYUCD, and also as a teaching assistant for first-year dental students in the General Dentistry Simulation I Clinic. In his free time, Dr. Malkis stays fit by running, weight lifting, and enjoys spending time with his wife and two young children.

Dr. Tara Nouri has been practicing dentistry since 2014 in Germany, which is where she grew up. She decided to move to sunny southern California and completed her education at Loma Linda University school of dentistry. Dr. Nouri graduated with high honors and was elected into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon national dental honor society for her clinical performances. She delivers dental excellence to each patient in her care, focusing on the patient’s individual needs and goals. She understands the best patient experience, and the strongest treatment outcome, comes from personalized care. That’s why she takes great joy in getting to know each of her patients. She is particularly focused on working with patients who have dental anxiety. Her oral sedation license allows her to put patients at ease that have had past traumatic experiences in the dental chair. She is detail oriented and passionate about cosmetic dentistry. Her background in arts gives her the eye, to get you the smile you deserve. It is her mission to provide you a great dental experience through genuine enthusiasm and warmth.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, baking delicious goods for family and friends and painting.

Dr. Omran Bishbish Zeino is a Board Certified Periodontal and implant surgeon. He earned his first Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Damascus in 2008.  After graduation, he attended a 4-years residency program in Oral Maxillofacial Surgery.  After moving to the United States, he earned his second Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from Loma Linda University.  He practiced as a general dentist in Southern California for 3 years, before earning a Certificate in Periodontal and Implant Surgery from Loma Linda University along with a Master of Science degree M.S.

In 2015, Dr. Zeino earned the distinguished Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) award. In 2016, he received an honor in implant dentistry along with student achievement award.  In 2020 he received the Healing Hands award from Loma Linda University. 

Dr. Zeino is a member in the following prestigious associations:

• American Academy of Periodontology
• Academy of Osseointegration
• American Academy of Dentistry
• California Dental Association
• California Society of Periodontics

In his free time, he enjoys reading, swimming, watching soccer, and spending time with his wife and daughter.