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Dr. Alyssa Nowlen graduated with her Doctor of Dental Surgery from UCLA School of Dentistry. She is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry, California Dental Association and Western Los Angeles Dental Association. Presently, she serves as a guest on the Board Directors for the California Dental Association Foundation which aims to improve the oral health of all Californians by meeting community needs through programs and grant opportunities to reduce barriers to dental care in underserved populations. She enjoys helping her patients improve their oral health not only through appropriate dental care in the office, but also addressing nutrition, systemic health, and the habits that can affect gum and tooth health outside of the dental chair. She believes in meeting her patients halfway to find effective and sustainable steps to help them achieve their dental health goals.

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.

Hanna Atalla, DDS, is an experienced dentist and the founder of Atalla Medical Group in San Fernando, California. At the practice, he provides compassionate and thorough dental care to every patient he sees. 

Dr. Atalla obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the Medical University of Warsaw in Warsaw, Poland, in 1989. He then earned an oral surgery certification in 1992 from the same university. 

In addition to that, Dr. Atalla has oral conscious sedation and dental implant certifications. He received his California dental license in 2009. 

Dr. Atalla provides general dental care for patients of all ages, including preventative, restorative, oral surgery, prosthodontics, periodontics, and endodontics. 

He is a member of the American Dental Association, the National Network for Oral Health Access (NNOHA), and the California Dental Association. In addition to English, Dr. Atalla is multi-lingual and fluent in Polish, Arabic, and Spanish medical terms.

He looks forward to treating both new and existing patients at Atalla Medical Group.

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.

Nathan Christensen, DDS, brings more than a decade of experience in dentistry and endodontics to Ramona Family Dentistry in Ramona, California. 

Dr. Christensen earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery with high honors from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of the University of Southern California. Since entering private practice, Dr. Christensen has dedicated countless hours to augmenting his professional skills, including the completion of an extensive continuum in endodontics at the University of California Los Angeles and a certificate in advanced comprehensive esthetics from McGann Postgraduate School of Dentistry in Aliso Viejo, California. Dr. Christensen also earned a certificate from the Zimmer Implant Institute and is a preferred provider for Invisalign®. 

Professionally, Dr. Christensen is an advocate for biomimetic – or minimally invasive – dentistry. Whenever possible, he works to preserve his patients’ natural tooth structure, using safe and effective techniques. Dr. Christensen also knows that it isn’t always easy to visit the dentist. He works to provide a comfortable, welcoming experience for all of his patients and maintains a license to perform oral conscious sedation. Dr. Christensen is also a proud fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry. 

When he isn’t working with patients or honing his professional skills, Dr. Christensen enjoys spending time with his wife of more than 10 years, his three daughters, and their dog. Dr. Christensen also enjoys being physically active and loves running. During the last few years, he’s completed several races, including a couple of marathons. Dr. Christensen also enjoys surfing, basketball, and soccer. He welcomes any family seeking comprehensive oral health care to Ramona Family Dentistry.

Southern California native, James Beck, DDS, is a skilled and compassionate dentist who provides excellent dental care for the community of Glendale, California, at Alta Canyada Dental Group.

Dr. Beck has been working as a family and general dentist since 2012. He graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He stays up-to-date with all of the latest developments in his field by attending continuing education courses and seminars. 

Dr. Beck knew that he wanted to be a dentist as early as fourth grade. His dad, who was also a dentist, came to speak at Dr. Beck’s class, inspiring him to follow in his footsteps. He was fortunate enough to be able to practice with his dad for a few years before he retired.

Dr. Beck is drawn to dentistry because it enables him to help people and make them happy while getting to work with his hands. Since childhood, he’s been passionate about fixing things, whether it be toys, bikes, or cars. He enjoys getting the opportunity to make things work better, and he looks forward to making his patients’ dental experience warm, friendly, and enjoyable. 

Hemant Sachdeva, DDS, brings extensive experience in preventive dentistry and endodontics to Ramona Family Dentistry in Ramona, California.

Dr. Sachdeva was born and raised in central California. He earned his undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of the University of Southern California. At USC, doctor Sachdeva also earned the Thor Award for providing outstanding service to handicapped and disadvantaged patients.

Since entering private practice, Dr. Sachdeva has focused on the endodontic side of dentistry. He regularly attends lectures to augment his professional skills and to stay up-to-date with the latest endodontic techniques and treatments.

Outside of the office, Dr. Sachdeva loves using his dentistry skills to provide humanitarian service. During the course of his career, he’s traveled as far as Cambodia to provide dental service for those in need. He’s also worked with veteran and homeless populations throughout California to promote preventive oral health care and improved hygiene.

Dr. Sachdeva is fluent in English, Spanish, Punjabi, and Hindi. When he isn’t working with patients, Dr. Sachdeva enjoys hiking, camping, and playing sports such as tennis, racquetball, and golf. He welcomes any patient seeking comprehensive oral health care to Ramona Family Dentistry.

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.

Farnam Ahmadi Moshtaghin, DDS, is a general dentist at STAR Family Dental, providing complete oral health care to people of all ages living in and around Bellflower, California.

Dr. Moshtaghin was born and raised in Iran. He earned his dental degree from Tehran Azad University in Tehran. After graduation, Dr. Moshtaghin entered private practice, serving at several dental offices in Tehran over the next decade.

In 2017, Dr. Moshtaghin moved to the United States. He enrolled at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine in Aurora, earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery. 

As a general dentist, Dr. Moshtaghin treats various oral conditions and specializes in endodontics and aesthetics. Specifically, Dr. Moshtaghin specializes in root canal therapy, dental implant placement, teeth whitening, and cosmetic veneers.

Dr. Moshtaghin takes a patient-centric and minimally invasive approach to treatment. Whenever possible, he uses a combination of patient education and improved oral hygiene to address issues like gum disease. 

Dr. Moshtaghin is fluent in English and Farsi, allowing him to serve a diverse client base. He welcomes any individual or family seeking improved oral health to STAR Family Dental today.