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Dr. Monica Muñoz, DDS is thrilled to serve patients in Monrovia, California and the surrounding areas of Southern California. Dr. Muñoz is deeply invested in the oral and general health of her patients. Her philosophy to dentistry involves a strong focus on patient education, shared relationships between patient and doctor, and careful consideration of treatment options that best suit the needs of each patient.

Her background and experience in dentistry include working in Public Health where she delivered dental services to impoverished and medically compromised patients with little access to health care. In addition, she has offered her services at no cost as a volunteer at the Los Angeles Free Clinic.

Dr. Monica Muñoz is a native of the San Gabriel Valley where she attended Pasadena City College and the University of Southern California. She is also a graduate of Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Muñoz is an active member of many respected professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the San Gabriel Valley Dental Society (current President 2021), and the Psi Omega Dental Fraternity. She regularly participates in conferences and workshops for continuing education.

In her free time, Dr. Monica Muñoz is a traveler, a Ford Mustang enthusiast, a frequent visitor of Disneyland, a long-time Dodger fan, and a passionate cook.

Dr. Eugene Y. Yang, DDS is a highly-rated dentist who offers a complete menu of general, preventative, restorative, and cosmetic services to residents living in the greater South Bay area of Los Angeles. At Eugene Y. Yang, DDS, INC., his welcoming practice in Torrance, California, Dr. Yang is committed to improving the oral health and exceeding the cosmetic desires of every patient he sees.

While keeping up to date with the latest advancements in dentistry, Dr. Yang has dedicated his professional career to providing the best that dentistry has to offer in the form of comfortable, high-quality care. He believes that maintaining optimal oral health is an ongoing, interactive process involving routine preventive care, patient education, and healthy lifestyle choices.  

Dr. Yang attended the University of Southern California in Los Angeles for his undergraduate education. And then went on to attend the prestigious  University of Southern California School of Dentistry, where he obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1995.

He’s a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the Western Los Angeles Dental Society, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the Academy of Laser Dentistry. He also belongs to the Torrance Chamber of Commerce and received Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors.

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For Benjamin Karabell, DMD, community and family are the foundation of his work at Karabell Dentistry. Dr. Karabell is passionate about providing high-quality cosmetic, family, and general dentistry services to his patients in Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, and the surrounding communities.

A native of Colorado, Dr. Karabell earned a bachelor’s degree in microbiology and chemistry from Colorado State University. After completing his undergraduate studies, he attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, which was followed by a residency at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. Practicing dentistry in California since 2009.

Dr. Karabell believes in treating patients like a part of his own family. As a result, when you come to the office, you can expect gentle care, a listening ear, and prompt appointments that respect your time. Dr. Karabell is also an excellent listener and communicator. He’s always happy to listen to the questions and concerns of his patients.

When he’s not creating beautiful, healthy smiles for his patients, Dr. Karabell enjoys traveling with his wife and three kids (Hudson, Leoni and Rumi) and watching his favorite sports teams play (especially his beloved Denver Broncos). He also enjoys hiking, fishing, snowboarding, and driving the kiddos to all of their activities.

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.

Theodore Burnett, DDS, is a dynamic dental professional with 32 years of experience in general, cosmetic, and biomimetic dentistry. At his Los Angeles practice, Los Angeles Dental Arts, Dr. Burnett uses state-of-the-art technology that allows him to quickly and effectively treat most dental concerns.

As a biomimetic dentist, Dr. Burnett believes in conserving teeth without destroying additional structures. Biomimetic dentistry is a technique that differs from traditional dentistry because it treats fractured, decayed, or weak teeth in a way that seals them and keeps them protected against bacterial infection and favors tooth structure preservation rather than rather than destruction as a measure of dental treatment.

In addition to general dentistry, Dr. Burnett has extensive training in cosmetic dentistry and uses the latest techniques to provide his patients with the smiles of their dreams.

With instant 3D imaging, specialized software, and Cerec technology, Dr. Burnett is one of the few dentists who provides same-day dentistry, including crowns, bridges, veneers, and implants.

At his practice in Los Angeles, Dr. Burnett has created a welcoming office atmosphere, equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure that his patients get the specialized care that they require.

Dr. Burnett grew up in Los Angeles and received his dental degree from the Georgetown University School of Dentistry in Washington, D.C., in 1988.

In addition to managing a successful private practice, he is the only African American dentist to hold the title of Director and Clinical Instructor with the University Of Southern California School Of Dentistry. Dr. Burnett is also a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and he’s president of the West Los Angeles Dental Society.

Bita Shahangian is a Doctor of Dental Surgery specializing in Advanced General and Cosmetic Dentistry and Aesthetic and Family Dentistry at Los Feliz Dental Center in the neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. Bita Shahangian takes pleasure in providing people of all ages with exceptional dental care.  

Brian Shahangian, DDS, is an accomplished dentist practicing at Los Feliz Dental Center in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shahangian spends plenty of time with every patient to learn about their needs and plan effective, customized treatment. He and the team use the latest technology available to provide high-end services for their clientele.  

Dr. Shahangian has a rich educational background. After completing high school in Paris, France, he also attended the Pitié-Salpêtrière University Hospital there. He earned his doctorate in dental surgery from the Universidad de Paris V Descartes in the same city. 

Since obtaining his California dental license, he has continued to engage with training in new practices and has taught other university students in his field.

He obtained his California License in 1996 and since then he has accomplished extensive post graduate training in esthetic, implant, and restorative dentistry, such as:

• Advanced Esthetic Dentistry Continuum from UCLA
• Advanced Implant Therapy from UCLA
• Mini Residency in Placement and Restoration of Implant from the Noble Biocare Implant Institute
• Preferred Provider for Invisalign, Invisalign Certificate II (Advanced) and Certificate I

Dr. Brian Shahangian is a former faculty member and teacher at UCLA, Restorative Department. He is practicing part time in his private practice. He is a standing member of Academy of General Dentistry.

Daniel Kyu Yang, DDS of Sugarfree Dental, located in the Koreatown/East Hollywood area of Los Angeles, California, is a top-rated dentist who prides himself on providing individualized, quality care in a welcoming environment. Using the latest technology and techniques, Dr. Yang offers a wide array of services including: digital X-rays, fillings, urgent care, gum disease treatment, orthodontics (including Invisalign® and Six Month Smiles®), and teeth whitening.

In addition to his superior skill, patients praise Dr. Yang for his gentle touch and customized treatment plans that ensure each patient receives the best possible care.

Dr. Daniel Kyu Yang attended the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) for both college and dental school. For his undergraduate degree, he double majored in molecular, cell, and developmental biology and psychobiology. Following his 2007 graduation from dental school, Dr. Yang completed a two-year residency program at the Veterans Affairs Hospital at Sepulveda.

He continues to further his education with professional courses, such as those in the Six Month Smiles and Invisalign orthodontic treatments, advanced oral surgery, and endodontics. Dr. Yang is a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association.

Born in South Korea, Dr. Yang spent his youth in the Washington, D.C. area before relocating to Los Angeles with his family at the age of ten. In his free time, Dr. Yang enjoys hiking and visiting the L.A. Zoo with his wife and two sons. He lives in the greater Los Angeles area with his family (including his dog who rules the house).

Arbi Aboolian, DMD, CDT,  is a highly skilled general dentist at LA Dentists Group in Pasadena and Glendale, California. He holds additional training in all aspects of dental laboratory technology. 

Dr. Aboolian is certified in IV sedation and routinely employs moderate IV sedation as a treatment option for both his surgical patients and his anxious patients, those who generally avoid dentistry out of fear. Having two degrees in both dental laboratory technology and dentistry, Dr. Aboolian is among a small number of dentists who are both dental technicians and dentists simultaneously. He coordinates between the dental office and the dental lab and specializes in lab-related procedures.

Dr. Aboolian has been in dentistry since 1998 when he started his dental laboratory technology training. He graduated from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and Health Services in Tehran, Iran, as a certified dental technician. He worked in two high-quality crown and bridge dental laboratories focused on implant and fixed prostheses for 11 years.

Dr. Aboolian completed his undergraduate education at California State University, Northridge, and received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. While attending dental school, Dr. Aboolian was awarded the “HANAU Best of the Best and Excellence in Prosthodontics Award.” In addition to his fellowship at the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry, Dr. Aboolian is a certified LANAP regenerative specialist. He is trained and certified with the latest technology in Invisalign – the invisible way to straighten teeth without braces.

Dr. Aboolian is very passionate about prosthodontics, implant, and cosmetic dentistry. He truly enjoys his job and spending time with his patients.

Sally Farah, DMD, is a skilled prosthodontist at LA Dentists Group in Pasadena and Glendale, California. Proud to care for her patients in and around Los Angeles County, she is affectionately referred to as “Dr. Sally.”

 Dr. Sally completed her prosthodontic training at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in Baton Rouge and a Maxillofacial Prosthetics and Oral Oncology fellowship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. She has served as an assistant professor at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania and is a reviewer for several prestigious dental journals. Dr. Sally’s patient care focuses on complex prosthodontics and full-mouth rehabilitation, including esthetic and implant restorations and maxillofacial prosthetics.

Dr. Sally is a proud member of the American College of Prosthodontists, the American Dental Education Association, and an Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics. She was deemed board-eligible by the American College of Prosthodontists. 

Dr. Sally looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to the practice.

Dr. Tereza Hambarchian's dental practice, ProDent Care, located in Glendale, California, provides important dental health services to patients throughout the Los Angeles, CA area. Dr. Hambarchian offers services such as fillings, crowns, bridges, veneers, extractions, dental implant restoration, teeth cleaning & whitening, Invisalign®, sleep apnea treatment, and root canal therapy.

Dr. Hambarchian is a graduate of University of Southern California School of Dentistry. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the San Fernando Valley Dental Society, and the California Dental Association. She is also a regular volunteer in the community by promoting the importance of dental health to the residents of Glendale, CA. 

The office holds high standards of health, striving to make your visit comfortable, secure, and memorable. ProDent Care is a patient-centered dental practice with the mission of excellence in promoting, providing, and preserving dental health for each and every patient. 

Dr. Hambarchian and the entire staff at ProDent Care welcome all new patients to the practice for general and cosmetic dentistry, where most major forms of dental insurance are accepted, including CareCredit. 

David Shouhed, DDS, is a cosmetic dentist at Smile Perfector Dental Group in the Carthay neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shouhed is determined to help you achieve that smile you’ve been waiting for. With each patient, he is focused and committed to helping them learn about effective oral care and achieving a fresh image and a natural look. He is a cutting-edge dentist who utilizes advanced technology to provide unparalleled service.

Dr. Shouhed, a native Angeleno, received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) followed by his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Southern California (USC) in 2007. 

He is affiliated with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics, and is a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. As an avid student of his profession, Dr. Shouhed regularly attends continuing education courses. Dr. Shouhed is also a Preferred Provider for Invisalign®.

Dr. Samir Halaka, DDS is a dental specialist treating patients in the Van Nuys and Los Angeles area of California. Dr. Halaka has expertise in all phases of general dentistry with more focusing on full mouth reconstructions and most of the root canal cases. He had advanced studies in re-treatment of root canal including microsurgical treatment and cosmetic dentistry. From his offices at St. George Dental and Medical Spa, Dr. Halaka offers treatment in pediatric dentistry as well as cosmetic dentistry treatments such as the popular Invisalign, teeth whitening, installation of crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures, and veneers.

Dr. Halaka first graduated from Cairo University in 1979 before going on to study further at the UCLA Dental School, graduating in 1986. He then obtained his California dental license in 1987 and has been in the dental field ever since. In recent years, Dr. Halaka has moved his focus to cosmetic dentistry, for which he has achieved particular renown in the area.

Dr. Halaka is committed to doing everything possible to turn your routine dental visit into an enjoyable escape, with a blend of dental and cosmetic services at your disposal. At the same time, Dr. Halaka believes in investing in the best new technologies available, and his medical advisory team is constantly evaluating new procedures to achieve the best results for his patients.

With offices in Van Nuys and Los Angeles, California, Dr. Halaka has strived to create an excellent professional environment where patients become friends in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Dr. Halaka is even proud to offer a spa, paying particularly close attention to conjuring up the most pleasurable experience for his patients.

Dr. Halaka and his friendly staff are happy to see new patients. It is an international team at St. George Dental and Medical Spa where they speak English, Spanish, French, Arabic, Armenian, and Russian.

Meet Dr. Dayan

Over the course of his career, Arman Dayan, DDS, has built a reputation as being both a highly experienced implant and cosmetic dentist, as well as a compassionate and dedicated practitioner. He is proud to serve his patients at Dental Arts of Beverly Hills in Beverly Hills, California, and has come to be regarded as a leader in dental implants and cosmetic dental care. 

Dr. Dayan has always been dedicated to his studies. It was this perseverance that led him to be one of the youngest graduates of the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California, completing his Doctor of Dental Surgery. Not only did Dr. Dayan graduate at the age of 22, but he was also recognized with honors for his academic performance. Since then, Dr. Dayan has been dedicated to continuing his education, completing advanced certifications from the California Dental Institute for bone grafting, restoration of implants, guided implant surgeries, and complex dental implant surgeries. 

Dr. Dayan is certified by the American College of Oral Implantology, the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, the International Association of Orthodontics, the World Clinic Laser Institute, and the American Association for Functional Orthodontics. In addition, he earned the distinction of being recognized as the Top Cosmetic Dentist in California by Health TAP.

Kevin Burns, MD, is an interventional radiologist at Minimally Invasive Medical Group, which has offices in Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and Irvine, California. He holds board certification in interventional radiology and offers specialized care in less invasive, image-led treatments at Providence Mission Hospital and Leonard Cancer Institute. He specializes in genicular artery embolization and genicular nerve ablation for the treatment of conditions such as arthritis pain and frozen shoulder, and as an alternative to surgical procedures such as knee replacement.

Additionally, Dr.  Burns excels in techniques such as tumor embolization and ablation for cancer care and also provides relief from pain associated with bone tumors. He's also well-versed in performing kyphoplasty to alleviate pain from spinal fractures, uterine fibroid embolization, prostate artery embolization for treating enlarged prostate (BPH), removing blood clots and pulmonary embolisms, venous rebuilding, and IVC filter extraction. 

Dr. Burns completed his undergraduate studies in biochemistry and molecular biology at Brown University. He received his medical education at New York University School of Medicine and did his residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He further honed his skills in interventional radiology and oncology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. 

As a Laguna Niguel native, Dr. Burns is eager to bring his specialized knowledge in less invasive treatments to the community in Southern Orange County.

Farshin Farokhian, DDS, has been practicing dentistry for 15 years and finds great joy in restoring and creating beautiful smiles at Lake Forest Dental Center in Lake Forest, California. He is an expert in full-mouth reconstruction, including providing porcelain veneers and dental implants. He believes in old-fashioned values like integrity, honesty and treating every patient with kindness, compassion, and understanding.

Dr. Farokhian received his dental degree from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, where he graduated with honors and served as president of his class. Upon graduation, Dr. Farokhian received the Clinical Excellence Award and the Baum Gold Foil Award. Dr. Farokhian is also a former assistant professor in the department of restorative dentistry at Loma Linda University, where he taught all aspects of restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Farokhian is a proud member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Orange County Dental Society.

When not helping patients, Dr. Farokhian enjoys dining out, attending the theater, walking his dogs — Patron and Moosho — swimming and martial arts.