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.
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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.
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Dr. Byung Woo (Benjamin) Jin is a skilled, compassionate dentist providing the highest-quality care for patients throughout the San Francisco, CA, area. As a top-rated dentist, Dr. Jin provides a full array of dental services designed to help patients of all ages achieve optimal oral health, including general exams and cleanings, dental implants, orthodontics, restorations, crowns and bridges, fillings, veneers and teeth whitening.
Dr. Jin received his dental degree from University of the Pacific Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry, and remains committed to advancing his knowledge and skills through continuing education activities and active memberships in leading dental societies. The practice is equipped with the most advanced technology aimed at ensuring patients have access to the widest range of care options, including preventive, restorative and cosmetic options, for superior outcomes and optimal pain management.
Rebecca Kim, DDS, PhD
Dr. Kim's passion for science and oral health has led her to attain her DDS and PhD from UCSF. Following UCSF’s clinical philosophy, she is a big proponent of minimally invasive and evidence-based dentistry. She loves integrating cutting edge technologies and expanding her horizons in dentistry, and she strives to deliver the best care possible to her patients. When she is not working, she enjoys discovering what the Bay Area has to offer, playing piano, and spending time with loved ones.
Ramteen Rafii, DDS, is a friendly general dentist at Pastel Dental, located in the Laurel Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, California. Dr. Rafii truly enjoys working with patients on their dental care needs, making their experience at the dentist as comfortable as possible and helping to bring out the best in each of their smiles.
Dr. Rafii pursued his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. He graduated in 2021 with high achievements, mostly honorably, receiving the Ghassmein Family Scholarship and Lasky Family Scholarship. Among his classmates in dental school, he was also placed #16 out of a class of #143.
Dr. Rafii has had the pleasure of working in different areas of dentistry throughout his professional life, including serving as a dental technician, clinical tutor, and associate dentist. To provide the best patient experiences, Dr. Rafii continues to broaden his dental knowledge and is passionate about global dental outreach.
In his free time, Dr. Rafii is a sports enthusiast and loves spending quality time outdoors with fun activities like scuba diving.
Alex Pastel, DDS, is an experienced general and cosmetic dentist at Pastel Dental located in the Laurel Heights area of San Francisco, California. Dr. Pastel is truly passionate about his profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of dentistry for him is the transformation his patients experience when they get a beautiful and confident smile. Dr. Pastel has a unique set of skills and experience in cosmetic dentistry that requires the synergy of being an artist, a doctor, and an engineer. To be one of the best in this field, Dr. Pastel is constantly perfecting his craft by investing in state-of-the-art technology and continuing education where he learns from the best.
Dr. Pastel graduated from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, where his clinical achievements were recognized with multiple awards.
During his early years, Dr. Pastel was a professional athlete. Now, he recreationally enjoys road cycling and playing soccer. He loves experiencing different cultures by traveling with his wife and children.
“Dr. Pastel is attentive, patient and professional. His staff is courteous and committed. Visiting their office for a cleaning or any treatment simply does not feel like "going to the dentist". ”
Alex Mendoza, DDS, is an experienced dentist at Japantown Dental in San Jose, California. He is passionate about delivering high-quality care and loves to use conservative dentistry to help patients achieve healthy, functional, and brilliant smiles.
A San Jose native, Dr. Mendoza received his bachelor's and master’s degrees in biology from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California. He then graduated from one of the top dental schools in the country, the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California.
Dr. Mendoza has special interests in Invisalign®, implant restoration, and restorative care and practices ethical and non-invasive dentistry. He is not only committed to maintaining and improving patient's oral health but is also concerned about their overall health. An integral part of that philosophy involves an emphasis on prevention and early detection, such as keeping decay to a minimum so patients can retain the majority of their natural tooth structure while also looking at the long term health of their mouth and teeth.
He stays up-to-date on the latest advancements in his field and is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Santa Clara County Dental Society, and Academy of General Dentistry.
Outside of work, Dr. Mendoza enjoys playing and watching sports such as basketball, football, and soccer. He also likes traveling, experiencing new cultures, cooking cuisines from around the world, and trying new foods. He loves to spend time with his Husky, Hiro.
Patricia Louie, DDS was born and raised in San Francisco. Following a bit in her father's footsteps, Dr. Louie attended Lowell High School, UC Irvine, and then the University of the Pacific for dental school. During dental school, she provided dental care to an underprivileged population on a mission trip to Ecuador and she continues to enjoy volunteering. She completed a one-year Residency program after dental school to further her education. She has been practicing for over 9 years and takes pride in delivering dental care in a friendly and comfortable environment.
In her free time, she enjoys exercising (she recently completed her first and last half marathon), reading, traveling, watching the Food Network, and spending time with her friends and family.
“Dr Baldwin Louie is awesome
He always goes the extra mile and even comes into the office on his days off. If I need him, you couldn’t ask for better care anywhere in the universe.!!!!!”
Baldwin Louie, DDS was raised in San Francisco. He attended Francisco Middle School, Lowell High School, then UC Berkeley. He attended dental school at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco. Dr. Louie truly enjoys dentistry and has been practicing for over 30 years! He was former Co-Chair of the Dental Health & Education Committee for the San Francisco Dental Society. He is currently an active member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Northern California Asian Dental Association.
In his spare time he enjoys attending Cal football and basketball games (Dr. Louie is an AVID Cal fan), has recently re-discovered a passion for skiing, and spending time with his friends and family.
“Dr Baldwin Louie is awesome
He always goes the extra mile and even comes into the office on his days off. If I need him, you couldn’t ask for better care anywhere in the universe.!!!!!”
Megan Constant, DDS, is a highly trained orthodontist at Constant and Contro Orthodontics, with locations in Cupertino and Palo Alto, California. She was born and raised in the Bay Area and completed most of her studies throughout the state of California.
Dr. Constant attended California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, where she earned a degree in biological sciences. She then moved to San Francisco to complete her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California.
Growing up, Dr. Constant worked for her father, Dr. David Constant, but it wasn't until she worked for a dentist in San Luis Obispo that she solidified her passion for becoming an orthodontist. She practiced as a general dentist for a year in Palo Alto and Sunnyvale, California, before moving to Atlanta, Georgia, to earn her orthodontic certificate.
She maintains her advanced dental credentials with continuing education to stay abreast with the latest advances in orthodontics care.
Dr. Constant is married to a local firefighter. In her free time, she and her husband enjoy spending time with their one-year-old daughter, traveling, cooking, and being around friends and family.
Dr. Constant enjoys helping her patients achieve gorgeous smiles and compassionately welcomes everyone to Constant Contro Orthodontics.
Dr. Oz Simel is a dual degree (DDS, MD) Oral & Maxillofacial surgeon. His father is a general dentist in the Bay Area and he knew from an early age that he wanted to pursue a career in dentistry. After graduating from Loyola Marymount University, Dr. Simel earned his dental degree from the University of California, San Francisco where he went to school with his twin brother. At UCSF, he discovered his passion for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and ventured down to Southern California to the University of California, Los Angeles where he spent six years in residency obtaining the skills and medical knowledge essential to the field. After finishing his residency he decided to move back to Northern California as he wanted to give back to the community where he grew up. Dr. Simel's particular interest lies in wisdom tooth extractions, dental implants, bone grafting and safe intravenous sedation. When not at work, he can be found spending time with his family, hiking, traveling, and cheering for the Golden State Warriors and San Jose Sharks
Raoul Shah, DDS, is an experienced general dentist at Willow Glen Dental Center in San Jose, California. Dr. Shah is dedicated to making all of his patients happy and enjoys building long-lasting relationships with each of them.
Dr. Shah was born and raised in Michigan. He attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor for his undergraduate studies, where he majored in anthropology-zoology and biology. He was always interested in the medical field and ultimately chose to pursue dental school at the University of Michigan, where he graduated in 2000.
From 2000 to 2005, Dr. Shaw worked in various dental offices in Michigan, Virginia, and Georgia, before finally moving to California. Dr. Shah previously owned a dental practice in Fremont, California, for 10 years before selling it and partnering with Meridian Dental Associates in 2015, now renamed Willow Glen Dental Center.
Dr. Shah enjoys all aspects of dentistry and has taken numerous continuing education courses throughout his career. He specifically studied the placement and restoration of dental implants and has experience treating full-mouth implant rehabilitation cases. Dedicated to providing stellar service, Dr. Shah has worked with various consultants to find ways to improve the doctor-patient relationship and ensure his practice is headed in the right direction.
When he’s not in the office, Dr. Shah spends most of his time with his family. His wife, Neha, and their three kids keep him very busy, attending boy scout events, gymnastics competitions, and various dance performances. He also enjoys visiting wineries, playing the occasional round of golf, and traveling.
“Wonderful, friendly staff! I got 4 veneers in front, I was happily surprised that they look even better than I imagined. I had a big overbite and now my front teeth don't stick out too far, yay me!”
Irma Francisco, DDS, is a skilled general dentist and the owner of Irma A. Francisco, DDS Inc in San Jose, California. She has practiced in the San Jose area for more than 19 years. Along with her compassionate team of office managers and dental assistants, Dr. Francisco offers precise and high-quality dental care to each of her patients.
Dr. Francisco completed her undergraduate studies at Okayama University in Japan before earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of the Philippines in Manila. She regularly builds upon her dental education by attending lectures and seminars each year.
Outside of her practice, Dr. Francisco enjoys spending time with her son and two daughters. Dr. Francisco's son has an RDA diploma and works as a mechanic. One of her daughters is an associate professor at San Francisco State University, and her other daughter is a cosmetologist who runs her own business. In her spare time, Dr. Francisco enjoys running and jogging.
Nancy Trinh, DDS, is a trusted general dentist practicing at Trinh Dental, located in San Jose, California. Dr. Trinh would like to welcome you and looks forward to building a trusting and life-long relationship with you.
Dr. Trinh’s philosophy is to provide the highest standard of dental care through modern technology and tooth-conserving dentistry. With her gentle, thorough, and caring approach, she will make it more comfortable for you to receive the dental care you need. She dedicates the time to listen and discuss your concerns to ensure that you have all the information you need to make a well-informed decision about your dental health.
Dr. Trinh was born and raised in the San Jose area. She attended UC Berkeley, graduating with a double major in molecular cell biology and psychology, and scored in the 97th percentile in her dental boards. She then completed her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of Southern California (USC). She enjoys practicing dentistry and is committed to learning and keeping up to date with the latest technologies and advances in dentistry. Dr. Trinh’s ongoing commitment to continuing education allows her to incorporate a more advanced comprehensive approach to dental care, which ultimately benefits you.
Dr. Trinh and her family love living in the bay area. In her spare time, she enjoys reading mystery and science fiction novels, watching movies, eating out, and spending time with family, friends, and pets.
“Always a pleasant experience! From entering the office, to completion of my procedure (bi-annual cleaning), to scheduling my next visit, everything was perfect. ”
Iyad Bakdach, DDS, known by his patients as Dr. B, is passionate about providing cosmetic services to patients at EZ Dental in San Jose, California. He always puts his patients’ happiness and comfort first and is known for his excellent chair-side manner.
Dr. Bakdach grew up in the Los Angeles area and graduated from California State University, Northridge, receiving his Bachelor of Science in biology. While there, he had the chance to study Spanish and became fluent in the language. He then attended dental school at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, graduating in 2005.
After working in a few dental offices, Dr. Bakdach felt it was time to pursue his lifelong dream of opening his own practice, and he is now a leading cosmetic dentist in Sunnyvale, California. At EZ Dental, he offers a wide variety of procedures such as dental implants, Zoom! teeth whitening, Invisalign®, and porcelain veneers.
Dr. Bakdach enjoys spending time with his wife and their two beautiful children. He enjoys many activities with his family, such as exploring new restaurants and cuisines, and taking adventurous road trips. Dr. Bakdach also enjoys comedy and all kinds of music.
For high-quality dental services in Sunnyvale or the surrounding areas of Cupertino and Mountain View, there is no better option than Dr. Bakdach. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today.
“Always friendly and explains everything including any questions I come up with -
staff if more than helpful. My best experience with a Dentist and I am 73 with a lot of bad experiences in the past. I have recommended her to my family because of this.”
Dr. Zadeh earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto in Ontario, and her dental degree from the prestigious Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in New York City. She completed her residency in advanced education in general dentistry at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California.
Dr. Zadeh believes in minimally invasive dentistry that focuses on prevention. From routine checkups to restorative care, Dr. Zadeh and the team at Vasona Family Dentistry strive to make patient visits an enjoyable experience. They take a preventive, educational approach to dentistry in order to reduce future dental problems and find expert solutions for their patients. For patients looking to improve the look of their smile, Vasona Family Dentistry also offers cosmetic procedures and treatments, including crowns, veneers, and teeth whitening.
Although the idea of seeking dental care can make many people nervous or uncomfortable, receiving dental care can actually be a pleasant and positive experience. At Los Gatos Centre for Dental Excellence in Los Gatos, California, Ladan Sahabi, DDS, offers exceptional care with a tactful chairside manner that puts her patients at ease.
Dr. Sahabi understands the concerns of her patients. They want comfortable and effective treatment, which means getting care from a considerate and skilled dentistry professional.
Dr. Sahabi holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California Los Angeles and received her DDS degree from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. Since graduating from dental school, Dr. Sahabi has been an Assistant Professor at the Dugoni School, serving as a course director and clinical instructor for Restorative Dentistry while also caring for patients in the Bay Area for the past 12 years. Dr. Sahabi is known for her dedication to excellence, integrity, and compassion for patients.
While she enjoys the artistic side of dentistry, she feels that preventive care and patient education are the keys to a healthy smile and good oral health. She believes in keeping herself up to date with the latest trends and technology and cares for her patients on a personal level.
When Dr. Sahabi is not in the office, she loves spending time with her husband, two young sons, dog, and cat. She enjoys skiing in Tahoe, biking, and camping, as well as traveling to experience different cultures. She speaks English, Farsi, and Spanish.
If you want dental care that helps you look and feel your best, contact Dr. Ladan Sahabi and the team at Los Gatos Centre for Dental Excellence for all your oral health needs.
“Mary is simply the best hygienist! She was so thorough and gentle. Before today, I have never had a cleaning where my teeth looked visibly whiter when I left! I am still in awe of Mary’s skill. Dr. Sahabi was also excellent. She was so kind and truly listened to what I had to say. It’s rare to find a dentist this gentle, thorough, and kind. I am so happy to call the Los Gatos Center for Dental Excellence my dental office! ”
Dr. Ladan Sahabi, DDS
Dentist
100 Los Gatos-Saratoga Rd.
Suite #C
Los Gatos, CA 95032
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.
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.
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