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Dr. Debra Westervelt is originally from Hemet, a small town in Southern California. In her early years of college, she found a passion in healthcare where she felt she could best impact her community and graduated with a degree in biology from La Sierra University at the top of her class. She then earned a doctorate degree at the acclaimed University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. Westervelt loves every aspect of dentistry and worked as a general dentist in the Napa area for several years. She enjoyed working closely with many specialists and collaborating in changing people’s lives. She was heavily involved in study clubs and advanced continuing education and became inspired by the specialists she had the opportunity to work with.

Fascinated with the connection between oral and systemic health and determined to further her education, Dr. Westervelt obtained her specialty certificate in periodontics from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Dr. Westervelt is passionate about helping her community by improving each patient’s overall health through ideal periodontal health. She understands the importance of comprehensive dental care and working closely with other experts in both dentistry and medicine. Her unique point of view as both a general dentist and a periodontist allows a broad understanding of her patient’s wants and needs. Patient care is Dr. Westervelt’s top priority, and this sentiment is felt by each patient she treats.

In her free time, Dr. Westervelt enjoys hiking, camping, and bike rides with her dog Jake. She enjoys gardening and cooking with her husband, Reed.  She loves the Bay Area and enjoys exploring the surrounding ocean, mountains, and towns whenever she has the opportunity.

Dr. Gaganjot Khera, DDS, is the owner and lead dentist at Signature Smiles Dental Group in Milpitas, California. With more than 15 years of clinical experience, she provides comprehensive family, cosmetic, restorative, and preventive dental care for patients of all ages. Dr. Khera is committed to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles through personalized treatment plans, advanced technology, and compassionate care. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, Dr. Khera combines evidence-based dentistry with a gentle, patient-centered approach. She offers a wide range of services, including preventive exams and cleanings, cosmetic smile enhancements, Invisalign® clear aligners, veneers, teeth whitening, crowns, root canal therapy, and emergency dental care. Known for her warm chairside manner, Dr. Khera takes the time to listen to her patients' concerns, thoroughly explain treatment options, and ensure every patient feels comfortable and informed. Her goal is to build long-term relationships based on trust, education, and exceptional clinical outcomes. Dr. Khera is an active member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association and remains dedicated to continuing education and the latest advancements in dentistry. She has been recognized as an America's Best Dentist recipient in 2024 and 2025 for her commitment to excellence in patient care. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, Dr. Khera enjoys connecting with patients from diverse backgrounds throughout the Bay Area. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, exploring new cuisines, and spending time with her family. Specialties & Interests Family Dentistry Cosmetic Dentistry Invisalign® Clear Aligners Smile Makeovers Teeth Whitening Veneers & Crowns Root Canal Therapy Preventive Dental Care Emergency Dentistry Restorative Dentistry

Magdalena Azzarelli, DDS, is an experienced cosmetic and family dentist at Hillsdale Dental Care in San Jose, California. Dr. Azzarelli has been practicing at Hillsdale Dental Care since 1997, providing her community with high-quality, patient-centered care.

Dr. Azzarelli received her dental degree from the Medical University of Silesia in Poland in 1994. Upon relocating to California, Dr. Azzarelli successfully completed the California State Dental Licensure examinations. She is highly skilled in endodontics, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, as well as all aspects of general dentistry. Dr. Azzarelli is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and the Santa Clara County Dental Society. She is also part of Biomet's Synergy Implant Study Club.

A strong believer in patient education, Dr. Azzarelli spends extra time with her patients and thoroughly explains their treatment options. She is patient and understanding, and puts her clients at ease with her gentle approach.

When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Azzarelli enjoys gardening, gourmet cooking, and traveling with her husband, Peter, and their son, Ian. Dr. Azzarelli is passionate about Animal Rescue. She owns 2 rescue pets herself, her dog, Snowy and cat, Maurice.

Roge Jacob, DDS, is a skilled family and cosmetic dentist who has been providing quality dental care since 1994. Dr. Jacob currently serves patients at Hillsdale Dental Care in San Jose, California. 

Dr. Jacob grew up in suburban Chicago, Illinois. He completed his pre-dental degree requirements at San Jose State University and received his dental degree from Northwestern University in Chicago.

Patients recognize Dr. Jacob for his outstanding patient care. He provides high-quality restorative, cosmetic, and preventive dentistry services in a relaxing and comfortable environment. Dr. Jacob continually enhances his skills through continuing education classes and the most recent advances in dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Santa Clara Dental Association.

Dr. Jacob and his wife have two children, daughter, Olivia and son, Ilias. He also owns a 100-pound Bouvier named Niko. During his time away from the office, he enjoys mountain biking, playing drums and fly fishing. He has established an 82-gallon salt water reef tank with numerous invertebrates in our office.

Dr. Autria Aidun earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and holds a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of the Pacific. She is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care through a humanistic approach that emphasizes trust, compassion, and individualized treatment. Dr. Aidun has experience in pediatric dentistry, restorative care, preventive treatment, and patient education, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence and lifelong learning. She continually advances her skills and knowledge to provide high-quality dentistry using the latest techniques and technology. In her free time, Dr. Aidun teaches Persian dance at Beshkan Dance Academy, where she enjoys sharing her love of culture, artistry, and community.

After graduating from Emerson High School in New Jersey, Dr. Gray received her B.S. degree in Biology from Fairleigh Dickensen University in New Jersey. She received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University in Chicago in 1982. She is a published researcher and worked at the American Dental Association research facility in Chicago. Dr Gray has attended years of continuing education in the area of Orthodontics and has had extensive training in General Practice orthodontics. She came to South San Jose in 1984 to start her private practice of general dentistry and general orthodontics. While in school she worked as a Medical Microbiology Technician for Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She enjoys sewing, scrapbooking, running, swimming and the outdoors.

Olga Belova, DDS, is a highly skilled and compassionate dentist. She provides the Bay Area community with exceptional dental care at Almaden Dental Associates, conveniently located in San Jose, California.

Dr. Belova earned her first dental degree from the University of Moscow Dental School in Moscow, Russia. After relocating to the United States, she earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. She spends a great deal of time in continuing education courses in order to stay current on all of the latest trends and developments in dental techniques and technologies.

Dr. Belova is incredibly passionate about dentistry. She’s an active member of the Santa Clara County Dental Society, where she spends many hours engaged in society-sponsored events and committees.

Dr. Belova is fluent in Russian. When she’s not working with patients, she enjoys spending time with her two beautiful daughters.

After graduating from Leland High School in Almaden in 1975, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Biochemistry at UC Davis. Dr. Syn received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University in Chicago in 1983. After practicing in the Lake Shore Area of Chicago and doing research with Northwestern Medical School in the area of Dental Vaccinations. He returned to San Jose, California to start his private practice in the neighborhood of his youth in 1984. Dr. Syn is an expert in the field of dental computer technology and has lectured and consulted in this field since 1983. He enjoys photography, videography, flyfishing, and computer science.

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.