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Farnam Ahmadi Moshtaghin, DDS, is a general dentist at STAR Family Dental, providing complete oral health care to people of all ages living in and around Bellflower, California.

Dr. Moshtaghin was born and raised in Iran. He earned his dental degree from Tehran Azad University in Tehran. After graduation, Dr. Moshtaghin entered private practice, serving at several dental offices in Tehran over the next decade.

In 2017, Dr. Moshtaghin moved to the United States. He enrolled at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine in Aurora, earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery. 

As a general dentist, Dr. Moshtaghin treats various oral conditions and specializes in endodontics and aesthetics. Specifically, Dr. Moshtaghin specializes in root canal therapy, dental implant placement, teeth whitening, and cosmetic veneers.

Dr. Moshtaghin takes a patient-centric and minimally invasive approach to treatment. Whenever possible, he uses a combination of patient education and improved oral hygiene to address issues like gum disease. 

Dr. Moshtaghin is fluent in English and Farsi, allowing him to serve a diverse client base. He welcomes any individual or family seeking improved oral health to STAR Family Dental today.

Robert Kim, DDS, is a highly-skilled cosmetic dentist serving patients at Avion Dental in Chino Hills, California. 

Originally born in Owensboro, Kentucky, Dr. Kim was raised in Diamond Bar, California. He completed his undergraduate studies at La Sierra University, graduating cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. During his undergraduate years, he went on many missionary trips to help the underserved because he believes in giving back to the community. He then went on to graduate from Loma Linda University with his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2010. 

Dr. Kim’s mission in life reflects Loma Linda University’s mission, which is to serve others. Before starting his own practice, Dr. Kim worked as an associate in San Diego, California. He worked in two different offices and gained his passion for technology, mainly lasers. As lasers revolutionized health care, he has kept up with the laser industry to help his patients in a very conservative manner. 

Dr. Kim is blessed to have a beautiful, healthy family and has two kids. He recently celebrated his son’s first birthday with his wife, family, and friends. Not only does he love his family, but he also loves animals. He has two dogs who always bring joy to his household. Dr. Kim’s other passion after his family and pets is sports – he is a sports fanatic and loves to cheer for his teams.

Kathleen Aguilar, DDS, is a general dentist at Esthetic Partners Dental Group, serving patients in the Pico Rivera, California, office. Her goal as your dentist is to efficiently provide you with the highest standard of dental care and long-lasting dental solutions.

Dr. Aguilar earned her dental degree at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. Since 2016, she has had the opportunity to treat patients from the San Bernadino and Los Angeles counties. Having been born and raised in Los Angeles and now working in the area today, she has the privilege of serving in the community she grew up in. She has also had the privilege of treating patients in underserved communities both domestically (including Redlands, Indio, Pacoima) and internationally (including Fiji, Nicaragua). The intrinsic creativity of dentistry fascinates her, as does finding the balance between esthetics and function. Dentistry provides her the platform to educate and instill in people dental knowledge for preventive care. 

Dr. Aguilar loves working with patients of all ages and being challenged to think critically to reach a practical solution to their healthcare needs. In her day-to-day service as your general dentist, her goal is to efficiently provide you with the highest standard of dental care to reach a practical, definitive, long-term solution to your dental needs and desires.

Dean Salo, DDS, is a multi-specialty dentist who provides exceptional dental care at Select Dental & Orthodontics in Torrance, California. Dr. Salo believes that cosmetic dentistry is an art form and requires attentive and detailed care to achieve beautiful outcomes. 

While working in a dental lab, Dr. Salo became interested in cosmetic restorations. He graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles, as the youngest student in his class in 1989 with his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. After graduating, he pursued his doctorate in dental surgery (DDS) at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry.

Dr. Salo has been trained by well-known dentistry leaders at the Misch Resnik Implant Institute, including Dr. John Kois and Dr. Michael Pikos. He provides dental care to several famous faces in Los Angeles as well as patients seeking state-of-the-art dentistry. 

At Select Dental & Orthodontics, Dr. Salo focuses on providing natural-looking and feeling restorations. For the perfect bite, he utilizes proven techniques such as divine proportions combined with new technologies like T-scans®, CT scans, lasers, and other forms of digital radiography.

Many patients have anxiety and fear when it comes to dental treatments, so Dr. Salo made it his personal mission to become certified in oral sedation. He currently holds certification in IV sedation and provides sedation options for all dental treatments. His training and expertise in cutting-edge technologies, such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), also allow him to accelerate patient healing. 

Dr. Salo is affiliated with the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he supervises and practices dentistry for their general residency program. He also loves to give back to the community through donations and relief efforts for organizations such as Spirituality For Kids International Inc., Jewish Home for The Aging, Art of the Brain, and the Avon Cancer Walk. 

Dr. Salo’s passion for dentistry and love for his patients keep him motivated to stay current with all the latest developments in dentistry. He works both abroad and domestically, assisting prospective dentists in building patient-centered practices with modern dental techniques. As a native of Los Angeles, Dr. Salo hopes to make an impact on his community by helping as many patients achieve their dream smiles. 

Ryan Park, DDS, is a board-certified periodontist at Select Dental & Orthodontics in Torrance, California. Dr. Park takes great pride in providing patient-centered periodontal treatment that restores harmony and balance to your oral health. He always makes the time to educate patients about oral health care and works closely with them to maintain a beautiful smile.

Dr. Park is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology. He received his bachelor’s degree in biology at the University of the Pacific in Stockton. After graduating, he went to the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco for his doctoral program in dental surgery. 

Upon completion, he took up a periodontics residency program with the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in Manhattan, New York.

Outside of practicing dentistry, Dr. Park loves to travel internationally and explore his local hometown of Los Angeles. His current favorite travel spot is the Amalfi Coast in Italy. He also enjoys playing golf and tennis, and catching up with family and friends. He is a big foodie and welcomes all patient recommendations.

Samantha Besser, DMD, is a board-certified endodontist at Select Dental & Orthodontics in Torrance, California. Dr. Besser is highly experienced in treating pediatric patients as well as individuals with disabilities. 

Dr. Besser attended the University of California, Santa Barbara, for her undergraduate studies before transferring to Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, where she received her doctorate in dental medicine (DMD). Once she graduated from medical school, Dr. Besser spent five years providing dental care to U.S. troops both abroad and at home while serving as an honorary U.S. Air Force Officer. 

After her time in the military, Dr. Besser practiced as a general dentist with a passion for the field of endodontics. She pursued a highly competitive endodontic program at the University of Southern California’s Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry and eventually earned her certification in endodontics after two years of meticulous training. 

At Select Dental & Orthodontics, Dr. Besser uses the most advanced techniques in dentistry to treat her patients. While providing a welcoming and friendly environment, she offers multiple forms of anesthesia to help alleviate dental anxiety in her patients and ensure they have a comfortable experience throughout treatment. 

Many patients have praised Dr. Besser for her gentle manner, warm personality, and dedication to their oral health care. Dr. Besser is a California native, and currently lives in Santa Monica with her husband Sean.

Renate Gangel, DDS, is a cosmetic and general dentist at Select Dental & Orthodontics in Torrance, California. Dr. Gangel strives to provide excellent patient care and works closely with all patients to align with their dental needs. 

Dr. Gangel was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. At three years old, she moved to Long Beach, California, where it became her home growing up. She received her bachelor’s degree in biology from California State University, Long Beach. After her undergraduate studies, she attended the University of Southern California’s Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry, graduating in 1986 with her doctorate in dental surgery (DDS). 

While Dr. Gangel has extensive experience in preventive care, cosmetic and restorative dentistry, and prosthetic design, she is eager to further her knowledge of dentistry and attends several courses, lectures, and seminars each year. Dr. Gangel is also passionate about learning the latest dental advancements and incorporating them into her personalized care plans for the best outcomes. 

At Select Dental & Orthodontics, she routinely uses digital X-rays to better diagnose oral health issues and help her patients avoid high levels of radiation. Additionally, she is trained and certified in soft tissue lasers. 

With a high standard for dental care, Dr. Gangel always ensures that her patients feel calm and their dental concerns are addressed in detail. She enjoys caring for individuals with special needs and elderly patients and providing them with specific care that helps them achieve improved oral health. 

Currently, Dr. Gangel lives in Lakewood, California, with her daughter Annie and their two dogs.

Leila Hakim, D.D.S. graduated with honors from the USC School of Dentistry. She is heavily involved in community dentistry, and has travelled to Honduras, Panama, the Philippines and throughout California to provide care for underserved patients. She prioritizes making patients feel heard and comfortable by taking the time to explain treatment options and answer questions.

Fariba Assil, D.D.S. received her dental degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry. Patients love Dr. Assil’s kind and nurturing personality, and she never fails to make patients feel right at home.

Dr. Dana Samet trained at Lunds University in Sweden. In 1997, after graduating, she began practicing dentistry there. She went on to pass her dental board examination in the United States at the University of San Francisco. Dr. Samet began practicing dentistry in California in 2002.

Dr. Samet is a member of GAOI (Global Academy of Implantology) and is an Implantologist and Implanova Certified Doctor currently working with the Implanova Implant System that is designed and fabricated in the USA. She is also the founder of Dental Solution Corporation (United Dental Consulting), a consulting firm, and a certified member of GAOI to pass the knowledge of Diagnostic and Treatment Planning.

Dr. Samet and her team use advanced, current dental technologies and techniques to help their patients achieve their desired smile. The dental services they provide include dentures, dental implants, bridges, crowns, fillings, and other forms of cosmetic and general dentistry. Each patient receives an individualized, custom treatment plan based on a careful diagnosis of dental health. Dr. Samet is also certified to diagnose and treat Sleep apnea. 

Dr. Samet has a young son, and her family is an integral part of her life. When she isn’t in the office, she enjoys spending time with them.

Dr. Samet believes that all that’s good starts with a smile. She's thoroughly committed to providing her patients with quality, empathetic, dental care in a comfortable environment. Visit Dr. Samet in her Torrance, California, office.