Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
As an associate dentist, Dr. Schexnayder provides exceptional dental care for her patients including fillings and cleanings, along with assisting in complex treatment planning and surgical cases. She is a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry and completed her Dental Post-Bachelor program at San Francisco State University. Her research in Parental Functional Health has been published in the Journal of the California Dental Association, and she is an active member of the Contra Costa Dental Society.
When she’s not creating beautiful, healthy smiles at Le Chabot Dental, Dr. Schexnayder spends her time with her new husband baking, hiking and swimming. She is also an avid reader of fantasy novels such as Harry Potter and The Belgariad.
Dr. Andy Le is a board-certified dental implant specialist with over 20 years of dentistry and oral surgery experience. From single dental implants and implant-supported dentures, to full mouth restoration and reconstruction, Dr. Le utilizes the most advanced technology and surgical techniques to achieve the best results for his patients. He believes the key to ensuring the best results for his patients start with good communication and setting realistic expectations.
Education & Accreditation
Dr. Le is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology and Implant Dentistry (ABOI/ID), a designation of the highest level of competency in implant dentistry. He is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, and received his Master of Oral Implantology at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas-School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Le earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and his Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Affiliations & Accolades
Doctors Improving Healthcare Inc. recognized Dr. Le as one of the “Bay Area's Top Doctors & Dentist" for 2010. He's an active member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the California Implant Institute, and Alameda County Dental Society. He is also a speaker and lecturer for various dental implant courses.
“Excellent pre-op appointment with clear and precise description of procedure. Implant appointment went very well and healing/check up appointments were a pleasure. ”
Dr. John DiPonziano has been performing the surgical placement and prosthetic restoration of dental implants since the mid-eighties.
Prior to attending dental school, Dr. DiPonziano was a full-time dental technician and earned Certified Dental Technician status, which he still maintains today. Dr. DiPonziano performs many of the implant laboratory procedures himself and is well versed in all aspects of the implant treatment picture – from the laboratory planning phase to surgery and prosthetic restoration.
Dr. DiPonziano is a graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry in 1983
He has also completed a three-year didactic and participatory program in Implantology at the University of Pennsylvania in 1988.
The following are a few of Dr. DiPonziano's additional degrees:
Fellow and Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral ImplantologistsA credentialed member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry
Fellow and Master of the Academy of General Dentistry
Fellow of the American College of Dentists
The following are a few of Dr. DiPonziano's accomplishments:
Dr. DiPonziano has served as President of the New Jersey Academy of General Dentistry in 2003.
He has also chaired the National AGD Implantology Task Force, which formulated universal educational guidelines for implant training in 2009.
Dr. DiPonziano has served as past Chair of Continuing Dental Education of the California Academy of General Dentistry
In addition to his clinical practice, he teaches surgical and prosthetic implant dentistry throughout the country for several organizations such as Hiossen Implants, his Implant Continuum,
Implant Study Club and in the past for Nobel Implants.
Because of my commitment to excellence some have labeled me as somewhat of a perfectionist... Although true to a certain extent, I disagree. Without the fear of being wrong, I sincerely care about everything I do and try my best to do it well.”
Born in Hawaii and raised in Vallejo, Kevin Cabugao received his BS in Genetics at the University of California at Davis and worked in biotechnology before refocusing his energies towards graduate school. While Kevin found his work in the pharmaceutical industry rewarding, he felt unsatisfied with his career and sought an education that would best complement his enthusiasm for helping others with his understanding of the sciences. With this intention, he received his MBA from California State University East Bay and DDS from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. Currently, he is an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association as a member of the Board of Component Relations and has served as the former President of the Napa/Solano Dental Society.
When away from the office, Kevin enjoys listening to music, snowboarding and honing his martial arts as a 4th degree Kajukenbo black belt with over 30 years of experience! At the heart of my practice philosophy is a simple belief: to treat each of my patients like family, providing personalized, compassionate care that goes beyond their dental needs. Welcome to our dental family, where your smile and well-being are our top priority.
“Nice friendly staff. The office was modern and clean. It was my sons first time at the dentist and he looked at me from the dentist chair and said “I like it here!” ”
Dr. Wenli Loo is a general and cosmetic dentist in San Francisco and San Ramon, CA. Dr. Loo has been practicing dentistry for 20 years. She completed her dental education at the New York University School of Dentistry in 2002. She continued her studies by completing a residency at the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital. Dr.Loo keeps current with the latest technology and finds continuing education very important. She has taken numerous advance education courses at The Dawson Academy, The Misch Implant Institute and the American Academy of Clear Aligners.
“While the dentist is certainly important, the quality of the support staff really makes the difference between a good vs. great dental experience. They are all fantastic and beyond supportive and responsive. I would strongly recommend this dental office. ”
Dr. Steve Deng is a Bay Area native, growing up in the East Bay. He completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA and his dental degree at NYU College of Dentistry. Having aligned clinical views and studies as Dr. Loo, he joined her practice as an associate in 2020.
Dr. Deng’s passion for dentistry stems back to when he was young and knew this would be his dream career. His mission is to provide comprehensive dental services to all patients in an environment that is safe, reassuringly pleasant and comfortable. Dr. Steve Deng continuously seeks out training and professional development opportunities that allow him to remain aware and knowledgeable about new dental practices and the latest technology being considered or used.
In his free time, Dr. Deng enjoys traveling, hiking around the Bay Area, eating yummy foods, snowboarding in the sierras, and being a puggle dad.
Dr. Kian Farzaneh DDS is an accomplished oral surgeon, wisdom teeth specialist, and dental implant specialist in Danville, California.
At his practice, Dr. Farzaneh cares for patients using the latest advances in oral and maxillofacial surgery. These include Nobel Guide, which is a CT-guided implant planning and placement technology, and "Teeth in an Hour," a service that helps people who need immediate dental implants. He is one of the few surgeons trained in placement of the Zygomatic Implants, a procedure that eliminates the need for bone grafts in severely resorbed jaws.
Dr. Farzaneh graduated with honors from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 1999. He completed a one-year internship in oral and maxillofacial surgery at Highland General Hospital/University of the Pacific. He then completed a four-year oral and maxillofacial residency program at the same hospital.
Dr. Farzaneh has received multiple certificates in the area of dental implants, including certificates from Nobel Biocare, one of the world’s leading authorities on dental implants. He is also currently on staff at John Muir Medical Center, a major trauma center in the Bay Area.
He is a member of numerous associations, including the California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Contra Costa Dental Society, Academy of Osseointegration, and Sadi Fontaine Academy.
Dr. Farzaneh continues to keep updated with the newest advances in oral and maxillofacial surgery. His goal is to make oral surgery simple for patients and to perform procedures with the highest level of predictability. To give back, he lectures and offers continuing education to his colleagues in the state of California.
Robert Shorey, DDS, is a cosmetic dentist at Shorey Dentistry in Morgan Hill, California. Dr. Shorey’s unique artistry and experience allow him to care for smiles of all ages, from prevention to full-mouth restoration.
Growing up, Dr. Shorey loved art and science, and dentistry was a perfect match for those interests. He graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry, after graduation, Dr. Shorey practiced in the Sacramento/Placer County area for 25 years before moving to Morgan Hill to take over the practice of Dr. Robert Moulthrop, his long-time friend and dental school roommate.
Having a strong interest in digital technology has put Dr. Shorey in a category foremost in his profession. He has authored multiple technology articles as well as lectured on the state and national levels. Over his career, he not only has incorporated new technologies into his progressive practice of dentistry, but he also believes strongly in preventive care and the whole health and education of his patients.
Dr. Shorey is an active leader in dentistry. He has received multiple awards, including the prestigious President’s Award in 1998 for contributions to his local dental society, and he is an award-winning editor of both the Sacramento and Santa Clara County Dental Society. Dr. Shorey served in multiple leadership positions in Sacramento and Santa Clara County, including president, editor-in-chief, chief communications officer, a delegate to the California Dental Association (CDA), COVID-19 Task Force member, chairman of the Midwinter Dental Conference for Continuing Dental Training and Education, a dental journal editor and guest editor for the CDA, as well as a lecturer on new, clinical dental technologies.
In his leisure time, Dr. Shorey loves hiking and is an avid road cyclist and photography enthusiast. He has hiked Mount Whitney, Half Dome, a portion of the John Muir Trail, and completed several 100-mile and metric century rides in the Northern California area. In the winter, he enjoys skiing the slopes of the Sierras.
Dr. Shorey’s unique artistry and experience allow him to care for smiles of all ages, from prevention to full-mouth restoration. He is proud that his team shares his same values of continued development and advancements toward achieving a patient’s optimum health, comfort, and trust.
Dr. Steve Deng is a Bay Area native, growing up in the East Bay. He completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA and his dental degree at NYU College of Dentistry. Having aligned clinical views and studies as Dr. Loo, he joined her practice as an associate in 2020.
Dr. Deng’s passion for dentistry stems back to when he was young and knew this would be his dream career. His mission is to provide comprehensive dental services to all patients in an environment that is safe, reassuringly pleasant and comfortable. Dr. Steve Deng continuously seeks out training and professional development opportunities that allow him to remain aware and knowledgeable about new dental practices and the latest technology being considered or used.
In his free time, Dr. Deng enjoys traveling, hiking around the Bay Area, eating yummy foods, snowboarding in the sierras, and being a puggle dad.
Mandi Chhina, DDS is a family and cosmetic dentist at Pinole Family Dental in Pinole, California. She provides a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry services.
Dr. Mandi received her graduate degree from Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences & Research in Amritsar, India in 2000. She's a fellow of the International Dental Implant Association and a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and other professional organizations.
Dr. Mandi strives to improve the oral health of every patient by encouraging them to participate in preventive care. She is honored and delighted to treat the men, women, and children of diverse backgrounds that live in this wonderful community.
When not caring for her patients, Dr. Mandi likes to practice meditation and create and cook new recipes. She is married to Dr. Marc Chhina -- also a dentist at Pinole Family Dental -- and they enjoy raising their two beautiful daughters.
“First time here and it was very welcoming. Protocols in place align with current social distancing policies. In addition, the whole team from Val at the front desk to Dr. Marc, the team is great! Can’t wait to continue my services with them ! ”
Dr. Esfandiar Abadi, graduated from Azad University School of Dentistry in Tehran with a doctor of dental surgery. Dr. Abadi passed his California Board exams in 2003 and since then is passionately practicing dentistry in Northern California.
His love for the art of dentistry makes him continue his research and study in different areas of dentistry and make him familiar with the latest state of the art technologies in dental treatments offered by accredited institutions. He is one of the most sought after dentists because of his gentle touch while providing extended procedures i.e. Oral surgery, Dental implant and Orthodontics.
Because Marzieh Oghabian, DDS, understands that dental care is intricately connected to overall health and wellness, she strives to help each and every patient in her care reach and maintain optimal dental health. Through her practice at Bahia Dental Group, Dr. Oghabian is honored to be the dentist of choice for so many in and around Pittsburg, California.
Dr. Oghabian began her education with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California at Davis. She went on to earn her dental degree from Case Western University School of Dentistry in Cleveland.
While she was there, her dedication to academic and treatment excellence earned her Case Western’s Excellence in Prosthodontics award. She remained at Case Western to complete additional training in oral surgery.
Patient education is central to Dr. Oghabian’s practice. She takes the time to make a personal connection with each man, women, and child in her care and ensures patients have all the details they need to make an informed decision about their dental health.
Creating a positive impression of dental care is also important to Dr. Oghabian. She makes every effort to put patients at ease and deliver a comfortable, positive dental experience.
To learn more about Dr. Oghabian’s unique approach to dental health and wellness, schedule a time to sit down with her to discuss your specific set of treatment needs and goals. She is currently accepting new patients through her practice at Bahia Dental Group.
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