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Stephen Hiroshige, DDS, is a skilled and compassionate dentist who’s proud to continue his father’s legacy at his general dentistry practice in Gardena, California. 

Dr. Hiroshige is a Southern California native who earned his dental degree in 1992 from the accelerated, six-year undergraduate/dental school program at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He joined his father’s practice immediately after graduating, where he’s continued to provide high-quality and affordable dental care to the residents of Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Gardena, and the surrounding communities. 

Dr. Hiroshige is always broadening and deepening his skillset by attending continuing education seminars. He’s completed advanced programs in Invisalign®, endodontics, and a variety of other specialty dental services. He also stays connected to the dental community through active memberships in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the Harbor Dental Society, and the Academy for Excellence in Dentistry. 

In his practice, Dr. Hiroshige stresses the importance of preventative care, and is dedicated to making his patients’ smiles functionally flawless and aesthetically stunning. He approaches all of his treatments with an unparalleled degree of compassion, creating a warm and friendly environment that relaxes even the most anxious patients. He also believes that everybody deserves a beautiful and healthy smile and puts that belief into practice by keeping his prices reasonable. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Hiroshige likes to spend time with his family. His wife, Grace, is also a dentist, and together they have three beautiful children. He also likes to golf, play tennis, coach soccer, and build model airplanes, and has spent 20 years teaching in the children’s ministry at Gardena Valley Baptist Church.

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.

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. Jason graduated from UCR with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He then received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University in Arizona. He has been a great addition to the professional team working alongside his father, Dr. David. When Dr. Jason is not working, he enjoys going to the gym, playing basketball, soccer, and tennis.

College: University of California Berkeley, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Minor in Education

Dental School: University of California San Francisco, School of Dentistry

A co-founder of LA Dental Town, board-certified general dentist Margaret Wu, DDS, takes great pride in providing exceptional dental care to the East Los Angeles community through her private practice and in an academic capacity. Dr. Wu provides comprehensive dental care, including cosmetic dentistry makeovers, to patients of all ages in a relaxing, personalized atmosphere where patient comfort and satisfaction are top priorities.

Dr. Wu graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, with a bachelor’s degree in molecular and cellular biology and a minor in education. She then pursued her dental degree at the University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry. In addition to her board certification, Dr. Wu is a certified Invisalign® Premier Provider. She also maintains active memberships in the American Dental Association, the Chinese American Dental Association, and the San Gabriel Valley Dental Society.

In addition to providing the highest standard of dental services to her patients in East Los Angeles and the surrounding communities, Dr. Wu served as a volunteer faculty clinical instructor at UCLA, and she lectures at community organizations and local schools. She excels in general, family, and cosmetic dentistry, including crowns, bridges, dentures, and veneers, and strives to stay abreast of the latest technology and cutting-edge dental techniques. She was awarded “America’s Top Dentist” several years in a row.

When not caring for patients at LA Dental Town, Dr. Wu enjoys cooking, eating at new restaurants, and spending time with her husband and children.

Carmen Castillo, DDS, is a top-ranked dentist providing innovative, state-of-the-art dental care for patients in and around Manhattan Beach, CA. Known for her skilled and compassionate approach, Dr. Castillo offers a comprehensive array of best treatment options for patients of all ages. Patients benefit from her expertise in providing teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, crowns, bonding, periodontal treatment, and Invisalign®. Additionally, Dr. Castillo offers restorative services including dental implants and full mouth reconstruction.

A graduate of the University of the Pacific- Arthur A. Dugoni, School of Dentistry in San Francisco, Dr. Castillo completed her residency at the University of Miami/VA Medical Center in Florida. Dr. Castillo has completed a significant amount of advanced coursework with the UCLA Aesthetic Continuum, Spear Institute and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Castillo volunteers her time and expertise at the Children's Dental Health Clinic in Long Beach. She has served as president of the Children’s Dental Foundation and as a member of the Long Beach Memorial Miller’s Medical Advisory Board. She continues to serve on the Board of the Children’s Dental Foundation.

Dr. Castillo welcomes the opportunity to work with new patients. The practice accepts most forms of dental insurance.

At Queens Dental Group, general and cosmetic dentists AJ Suchak, DDS, Om Suchak, DDS, and their experienced team provide complete oral health care to people of all ages living in and around West Covina, California, and throughout Los Angeles County.

The practice is conveniently located on South Sunset Avenue and features advanced diagnostic and treatment technology. The team strives to provide a welcoming, spa-like experience, emphasizing cutting-edge treatments and minimally invasive techniques.

Individuals and families can access all of their oral health needs under one roof, including in-office digital X-rays, teeth whitening with Philips Zoom!®, same-day dental crowns, laser dentistry, and digital impressions.

The team also offers more specialized care, including orthodontics with braces and Invisalign®, placement and restoration of dental implants, and preventive care, including dental exams.

At Queens Dental Group, the team never rushes through appointments. They dedicate plenty of time to each consultation, ensuring they fully understand each patient’s symptoms and treatment goals.

To schedule an appointment at Queens Dental Group, call the office or book online today.

At Queens Dental Group, general and cosmetic dentists AJ Suchak, DDS, Om Suchak, DDS, and their experienced team provide complete oral health care to people of all ages living in and around West Covina, California, and throughout Los Angeles County.

The practice is conveniently located on South Sunset Avenue and features advanced diagnostic and treatment technology. The team strives to provide a welcoming, spa-like experience, emphasizing cutting-edge treatments and minimally invasive techniques.

Individuals and families can access all of their oral health needs under one roof, including in-office digital X-rays, teeth whitening with Philips Zoom!®, same-day dental crowns, laser dentistry, and digital impressions.

The team also offers more specialized care, including orthodontics with braces and Invisalign®, placement and restoration of dental implants, and preventive care, including dental exams.

At Queens Dental Group, the team never rushes through appointments. They dedicate plenty of time to each consultation, ensuring they fully understand each patient’s symptoms and treatment goals.

To schedule an appointment at Queens Dental Group, call the office or book online 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.