Find a Top Dentist Near Me in Compton, CA – Book an Appointment Instantly

Charles C. Wood, DDS, brings more than 40 years of experience in general, family, and preventive dentistry to Westside Dentistry in Santa Monica, California, where he provides high-quality dental services to the men, women, and families of Los Angeles County. 

Dr. Wood began his professional pursuits at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery. 

During his career, Dr. Wood has held various positions, including chief of dentistry at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica. He’s also served for more than 20 years as a part-time faculty member at The USC School of Dentistry, teaching clinical dentistry with an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry. He’s received numerous awards for his dedication to his students and his work with underprivileged communities around the world. 

As a dentist, Dr. Wood works to provide quality care with compassion and gentleness. He loves spending one-on-one time with his patients and develops custom care plans based on their concerns and goals for treatment. 

Dr. Wood proudly holds membership in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Western Dental Society. He warmly welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved oral health to schedule an appointment at Westside Dentistry today. 

Nazila Satvat, DDS, is providing specialty dental care for our pediatric department, seeing children of all ages from 6 months to 17 years of age.

Dr. Satvat received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Ajman University College of Science and Technology in Ajman, United Arab Emirates. She practiced dentistry in Dubai and then spent a year in Sweden and Italy, training and expanding her expertise. Shortly after arriving in the United States, Dr. Satvat attended the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine in Aurora, Colorado, and graduated with another Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Some of Dr. Satvat’s passions include art, design, and culture, which is why she views herself as an artist and teeth as her canvas. She is a highly skilled dentist who loves working with children and will do all she can to create a comfortable and happy environment for everyone. Parents and children love her gentle touch and welcoming personality.

Dr. Satvat prides herself in keeping up-to-date with the latest dental advancements with continuous courses at the Los Angeles Institute of Clinical Dentistry in Burbank. She is also a member of the American Association of Dental Consultants, American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association.

Fatemeh Arabpour, DDS specializes in Endodontics (root canal therapy) she graduated from Ajman University of Science and Technology with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2007.

Dr. “Raha” as we know her completed a one year internship program at RAK Dental Center Ministry of Health-Ras Al Khaimeh, United Arab Emirates in 2008. She then went on to The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of University of Southern California Los Angeles receiving her second Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2015. Realizing her dream of becoming an Endodonist, Dr. Raha successfully completed the Endodontics Program at University of Southern California becoming a certified specialist in 2017. Dr. Raha’s humanitarian services included providing dental and endodontic procedures in Beliz in 2015 and surgical and endodontic procedures at El Salvador Dental School in 2017. Dr. Raha has been with us since 2019, she has a lovely personality, a gentle touch and patients love and appreciate her sweet chairside manner. We are proud to have her as a member of our team.

Dr. Lai specializes in creating beautiful smiles. He provides his expertise and advice on the best possible options for straightening teeth, braces, aligners, orthodontic appliances and more. Before becoming an orthodontist, Dr. Lai graduated from the University of Southern California in 2003, earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery and spent seven years practicing as a general dentist in Arizona and Nevada. He then returned to residency for his orthodontic certificate at Roseman University in Henderson, Nevada, graduating in 2013.

Having practiced orthodontics for the past 8 years in different types of settings such as large DSOs, private general practice offices and orthodontic offices has given him valuable experience to handle just about any situation that may present on a daily basis. More importantly, it has given him the knowledge to provide excellent patient care. Not only is Dr. Lai a highly-skilled professional but he is kind, down-to-earth, has a wonderful chairside manner and we are proud to have him on our team.

In his spare time, Dr. Lai enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He loves to swim and considers himself a foodie and a sports fanatic.

Mehdi Moradiseresht, DDS, is a highly skilled general dentist providing root canal therapy for our patients since 2018.

Dr. Mehdi has two doctorate dental degrees. He graduated from Islamic Azad University in Tehran, Iran in 2003 and Advanced Standing Program of International Dentist at University of Southern California Dental School in 2018.

Dr. Mehdi holds almost 20 years’ experience in all areas of dentistry but his passion rests in Root Canal Therapies. Patients are in great hands with Dr. Mehdi as he has a steady and gentle hand and is a talented professional.

Fullerton Dental Associates is a family, general dentistry practice offering initial check-ups, x-rays, extractions, fillings, dentures, dental implants, crowns, cleanings, and teeth whitening. The expert team provides comprehensive oral health services to people of all ages in Fullerton, California, and the North Orange County communities of Brea, La Habra, Anaheim, and Placentia.

The Fullerton Dental Associates office is conveniently located. It boasts a variety of cutting-edge technologies on-site, including laser dentistry, a CT scanner, digital cephalometric and panoramic x-rays, and a CEREC milling machine. They treat both children and adults and accept most HMO/PPO insurance plans.

Fullerton Dental Associates is passionate about good oral health. Using the latest treatment techniques and methodologies, they safely address various problems, including tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath. They also offer nitrous oxide so that patients can relax during their procedures.

The providers set aside time to meet with each individual. They listen to concerns and goals and develop custom treatment plans to restore and maintain healthy smiles. All of the dentists are kind and gentle, treating patients with a caring chairside manner. The team makes sure to listen to patients' concerns and make them as comfortable as possible.

To receive all-inclusive dental care, partner with Fullerton Dental Associates. Book online to schedule an appointment, or call the office today.

After receiving a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from UC Berkeley, Dr. Moayeri attended the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and graduated with a DDS degree in 1994. He has attended several continuing education courses to keep up with the latest advances in dental technology.

Dr. Moayeri is also an attorney and received his JD degree from Southwestern School of Law. Besides serving as an expert witness in court cases, he has lectured in legal aspects of dentistry.

He is an active member of the California Dental Association, American Dental Association, and American Bar Association.

On a personal level, he enjoys traveling, photography, and snow skiing, as well as being the favorite uncle to his five lovely nieces.

Maria Elena Tapia, DDS, strives to deliver top-quality dental services. At Dentistry by Design Palisades in Pacific Palisades, California, she seeks to make a positive impact on her patients' lives. Dr. Tapia knows that oral health plays a vital role in overall well-being and ensures that each patient receives the dental services they need for optimal health.

Dr. Tapia believes that honesty is essential for strong relationships between patients and providers. At her practice, she's always glad to answer questions and give detailed explanations. Dr. Tapia helps patients explore all their options for dental care. 

Each patient has unique dental needs and goals. That's why Dr. Tapia offers personalized treatment plans that help her patients achieve the smile of their dreams. No matter what kind of services or procedures are needed, Dr. Tapia helps patients make an educated decision about their care. 

Dr. Tapia graduated from dental school in Nicaragua. She later completed a postgraduate Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program through the UCLA School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Tapia is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Western Los Angeles Dental Society.

When she isn't helping patients achieve a brighter smile, Dr. Tapia enjoys spending time with her partner and two children.