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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 Orange Coast Dental Specialty in Huntington Beach, 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.

Dr. James Sung is a graduate of USC School of Dentistry. He has had a wide range of post-graduate trainings, especially Cosmetic, and Implant dentistry.

Dr. Sung is a strong believer in preventive and conservative dentistry. He truly believes that excellence in dentistry begins with creating a life-long dental care plan which encourages daily attention to health and promotes healthy teeth and gums for patients well into their 90s. His principles and philosophies revolve around providing exceptional results and patients’ well-being with a caring approach while utilizing the latest in dental technology. With meticulous attention to detail, he provides exceptional long-lasting results for his patients.

Dr. Sung has continued his professional development by immersing himself into continuing education courses outside of his working environment, including clear aligner technologies, wisdom teeth extractions, as well as CBCT and implant dentistry. All of which has contributed to his decades of experience and knowledge in the dental profession.

In his spare time, Dr. Sung enjoys playing the piano and guitar, practicing meditation and yoga, and hanging out with his cat.

Qualities + qualifications

Doctor of Dental Surgery

- USC School of Dentistry

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, Honors Scholar

- Virginia Tech

Summer Scholar

- Yonsei University, Seoul, South Korea

HealthDent Dental offers general, family, and cosmetic dentistry to Santa Ana, California, area patients. Some of the many services offered include cosmetic dentistry such as teeth whitening, family dentistry, sleep apnea treatment, and much more.

The HealthDent Dental team includes dentist Dr. Thomas Alexander, periodontal specialist Dr. Eric Cho, registered dental hygienist Mary Kay Alexander, and dental assistant Jazmina Haros. With the help of this well-rounded and experienced team, HealthDent Dental patients receive the very best dental care available.

Every patient at HealthDent Dental is treated like a member of the family. The HealthDent Dental team is dedicated to not only serving their patients in the best way possible, but also to establishing stable and lasting relationships with every patient. HealthDent Dental is ready to help patients with dental care needs of all types. For any family, cosmetic, or general dentistry needs, contact the HealthDent Dental team for an appointment anytime.

Dr. Thomas L. Alexander offers general, family, and cosmetic dentistry at HealthDent Dental. He’s proud to offer a wide range of care to Santa Ana, California, area patients, including Invisalign®, sleep apnea treatment, veneers, teeth whitening, dentures, and family dentistry along with many other types of dentistry care.

Dr. Alexander grew up in Southern California and attended the University of Southern California. After earning his undergraduate degree, he went on to earn his DDS degree at the prestigious University of Southern California, Ostrow School of Dentistry. Dr. Alexander began practicing dentistry in Carmel, California but was drawn back to Southern California by family and friends. He’s a firm believer in strong doctor-patient relationships, so he strives to establish trust with his patients through honest discussions and compassionate support.

Whether it’s general, family, or cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Alexander is ready to help. Contact the HealthDent Dental office anytime via phone or the practice’s easy online appointment tool to arrange an appointment with Dr. Alexander. He looks forward to seeing you soon.

Ahmed Elgazar, DDS, is a general dentist at Tustin Dental Center in Tustin, California. Dr. Elgazar is certified by both the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the United States Dental Institute for Advanced Orthodontic Studies. He is currently an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Orange County Dental Association.

Dr. Elgazar is also a proud Invisalign™ Premier Provider. Dr. Elgazar brings over 20 years of experience to the Orange County dental community. He is committed to providing the latest dental technology to his patients. For this reason, Dr. Elgazar makes avid use of laser technology, CT scans, and CEREC™ technology when assisting the dental needs of those who visit the practice. Whether dealing with routine dental procedures, such as a cleaning or check-up, or more serious issues, such as root canals and extractions, Dr. Elgazar employs only state-of-the-art dental methods.

Dr. Elgazar makes it a priority to educate patients about their oral health and ensure that they understand their treatment options. Before any procedure, he takes the time to explain the exact issues in detail and how they can be treated. Dr. Elgazar makes patients feel comfortable and relaxed during their visits.

For a dentist dedicated to the oral health and smile of his patients, make an appointment with Dr. Elgazar today.

Dr. Ramez Riad is a general dentist at Tustin Dental Center in Tustin, California. He finished his bachelor’s degree in Dentistry (BDS) from Misr International University (MIU) in Cairo, Egypt attending from 2004-2009, he went on to further educate himself in the field of Dental Implants and holds a Masters Degree (MSc) in Implantology from Cardiff University, UK. Furthermore Dr. Riad joined UCLA in 2019 and graduated with his DDS.

Dr. Riad strongly believes in keeping abreast of the latest dental techniques through diligent reading of professional journals and publications and attending up to date seminars and training courses. Dr. Riad is a an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Orange County Dental Association His experience in Dentistry for over 10 years allows him to communicate effectively and easily with all of his patients better helping him to serve their needs and answer their concerns.

Dr. Riad comes from a diverse background and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, allowing him to serve all ages in need of dental care. He has a passion for Dental Implants. Before joiningTustin Dental Center he worked in Qatar and Egypt.

Dr. Sandi Silva is a native of Southern California. She grew up in Westminster, attended the University of Southern California and received her undergraduate degree in biological sciences.

As an undergraduate student, she was offered a job in a dental office that led to a dental assisting position which ultimately changed her career path. At the time, a future in dentistry was not in her plans. But after working closely with the dentist, she found she enjoyed helping patients with their smiles and taking care of their dental conditions. Consequently, she returned to USC, where she earned her DDS.

One of the things Dr. Silva enjoys about her job is getting to know new people and finding out about their lives. She also loves working with her hands, crediting her days as a child tinkering in the garage with her father. Dentistry allows Dr. Silva to not only work with her hands but to think of different ways to tackle different situations to get the desired result. As she puts it, “Dentistry allows me to do everything I enjoy!”

Dr. Silva's primary objective is to help her patients maintain their teeth for life. Her view is that oral health is important to overall health and quality of life, including being able to enjoy favorite foods every single day. 

In her free time, Dr. Silva enjoys spending time with her family.  Her husband, Charlie, is also a USC graduate dentist who practices in the city of Orange.  She has two children.  Her oldest is a computer science major at Northern Arizona University while her youngest is a computer engineering major at Ohio State University.  She also makes time to volunteer with her favorite rescue, Coastal German Shepherd Rescue.  She has adopted and fostered multiple german shepherds.  Her other interests include traveling and watching football.  Of course her favorite is USC Football…Fight On!

From 1997-2007, Dr. Fait earned numerous awards with the Navy for clinical excellence and steadfast leadership. He and his experienced team continue their ongoing training to increase their knowledge and expertise of the latest technologies and dental procedures. Dr. Fait is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the American Dental Association (ADA), and California Dental Association (CDA).

At his Long Beach practice, Dr. Fait provides a variety of general and cosmetic dentistry procedures, including crowns, Invisalign®, root canals, and implants. Because of his extensive Navy training and clinical schooling, Dr. Fait offers patients a comprehensive dental experience from routine checkups and cleanings to more complicated cosmetic procedures and dental reconstructions.

Whether it’s a routine visit or dental emergency, patients of all ages feel at ease when they visit Southern California General & Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Fait runs a compassionate practice, making his patients’ comfort and overall health a top priority. When not at the office, you’ll find Dr. Fait spending time at the beach, gym, or cheering on his two favorite teams – USC Trojans football and the LA Lakers.

Kamran Saidara, DDS, provides comprehensive cosmetic and family dentistry services to patients at Lancaster Dental Care Associates, located in Lancaster, California. Dr. Saidara operates with a philosophy of patient-centered care. When patients visit the office, they will be greeted by name and treated with the utmost respect. They won’t be kept waiting for their appointments, and Dr. Saidara will take the time to answer questions and explain treatment options in great detail. It’s the same outstanding level of care that he would want for his own family.

Dr. Saidara knew that he wanted to become a dentist at a very young age. His father, who was also a dentist, was a big part of this. He always talked about how rewarding the field was, both personally and professionally, because he was able to help enhance people’s smiles and their self-confidence. He also prided himself on providing his patients with the utmost of personalized care.

To achieve his goal of becoming a dentist, Dr. Saidara completed his Bachelor of Science in chemistry at State University of New York (SUNY) in Stony Brook, New York, graduating on the Dean’s List. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles.

He is a member of the Alpha Omega Dental Society and the Association of Managed Care Dentists.

Dr. Saidara has completed advanced training in cosmetic dentistry and dental implants. He made the list of Who’s Who in Dentistry in 1992. In addition, Dr. Saidara is Adjunct Assistant Professor of Clinical Denistry at the USC School of Dentistry. Thanks to the valuable experience which he has accrued through his two decades of practicing, he instructs and helps mold the minds of young dental students.

Spencer Face, DDS, provides a top-notch dental experience for his patients while delivering an exceptional level of care at Santa Monica Bay Dental, located in Santa Monica, California.  His focus is cosmetic, general, and full-mouth rehabilitation dentistry. 

Dr. Face earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Washington in Seattle, while simultaneously completing his dental prerequisite courses. He then continued at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery. Dr. Face found a passion for taking care of patients who are afraid of the dentist while rotating through the Dental Fears Research Clinic at UW. He takes great pride in creating a gentle, personalized approach in solving patients’ dental needs.  

After graduating, he moved to Columbus, Ohio, where he discovered a passion for cosmetic dentistry and utilization of advanced dental technology. Dr. Face completed continuing education courses at the Spear Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona and the Midwest Implant Institute in Ohio to further support his goal of excellence in cosmetic and full-mouth rehabilitation dentistry. With years of experience with two generations of digital scanning and milling technology, he is an expert in providing same-day crowns. 

With a deep desire to give back to the community, Dr. Face has served at the Union Gospel Mission, providing dental care for the homeless population, and has also volunteered at KidSMILES, providing free dental care to children. 

In his free time, Dr. Face enjoys spending time with his wife and their daughter, working out, and watching college football. He especially likes to cheer for his Washington Huskies football team. Go Dawgs! 

If you’d like a consultation with Dr. Face, call or book an online appointment today. 

Brett Lent, DDS, provides the highest level of quality, professional dentistry for his patients at Santa Monica Bay Dental in Santa Monica, California. He stays on the cutting-edge of state-of-the-art technology with services such as CEREC® (chairside economical restoration of esthetic ceramics), same-day crown technology.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in cell and developmental biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) and a master’s in oral biology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

During his time at UCLA, he served as a research assistant in a study on chewing efficiency in denture wearers and implant patients at the West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Lent then graduated from the UCLA School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, California.

He continues his pursuit of excellence in dentistry through continuing education courses to stay current on advances in dentistry. 

Dr. Lent maintains his passion for teaching others as an active faculty member of Spear Education, which provides innovative continuing education for dentists in Scottsdale, Arizona. He’s also known for being involved with his community in local athletics and as a Boy Scout leader.

Dr. Lent enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife and two young children. Together, they like to travel, ski, snowboard, snorkel, walk their dogs, and appreciate great meals with close friends.

If you live in the Los Angeles area and you’d like to meet with Dr. Lent, call or book an online appointment today.

Tricia Feist, DMD, is a caring, professional expert in dentistry at Santa Monica Bay Dental in Santa Monica, California. Her passion is to build relationships with her patients while helping them maintain their oral health and beautiful smiles.

Dr. Feist understands the importance of helping a patient build trust with their dental professional and gives them a caring, comfortable experience. She develops strong personal relationships with her patients, many of whom consider her a friend, in addition to their talented and effective dentist. In addition, she believes that maintaining oral health is one of the keys to a person’s overall mental and physical well-being.

Dr. Feist earned a Bachelor of Arts in Latin from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and a Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. In addition, she completed her residency at Denver Health Medical Center in Colorado, where she received advanced training in all aspects of general dentistry, emergency dentistry, and management of medically compromised patients.

To honor her passion for continuing education, she’s a faculty member for Spear Education, which provides innovative continuing education for dentists, in Scottsdale, Arizona.

She lives in the South Bay area of Los Angeles with her husband, James, and her two young children. She’s an avid baseball, hockey and Disneyland fan, and she enjoys watching movies, playing games, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

If you’re in the Los Angeles area and you’d like to meet with Dr. Feist for a consultation or service, call or book an online appointment today.

Charles C. Wood, DDS, brings more than 40 years of experience in general, family, and preventive dentistry to Westside Dentistry in Santa Monica, California, where he provides high-quality dental services to the men, women, and families of Los Angeles County. 

Dr. Wood began his professional pursuits at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery. 

During his career, Dr. Wood has held various positions, including chief of dentistry at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica. He’s also served for more than 20 years as a part-time faculty member at The USC School of Dentistry, teaching clinical dentistry with an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry. He’s received numerous awards for his dedication to his students and his work with underprivileged communities around the world. 

As a dentist, Dr. Wood works to provide quality care with compassion and gentleness. He loves spending one-on-one time with his patients and develops custom care plans based on their concerns and goals for treatment. 

Dr. Wood proudly holds membership in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Western Dental Society. He warmly welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved oral health to schedule an appointment at Westside Dentistry today. 

Jennifer Wood, DDS, brings close to two decades of experience in general, preventive, and cosmetic dentistry to Westside Dentistry in Santa Monica, California, where she serves the men, women, and families of Los Angeles County. 

Dr. Wood was born and raised in Santa Monica. She began her professional education at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in biology. She subsequently enrolled at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2003. 

During her time at USC, Dr. Wood regularly served underprivileged communities in California’s Central Valley as well as in Belize, Costa Rica, and Mexico. This work didn’t go unnoticed either; upon graduation, Dr. Wood received the Humanitarian Award for her service.

Since entering private practice, Dr. Wood has worked to establish close relationships with her patients. She loves getting to know them and creating customized care plans that improve their quality of life. Whenever possible, Dr. Wood uses conservative methods of treatment firmly rooted in scientific evidence. She always presents patients with valuable information and a range of treatment options to maintain their oral health. 

Dr. Wood proudly holds membership in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists. At one point, she also served on the board of the West Coast Oral-Maxillofacial Study Club. 

When she isn’t augmenting her professional skills or meeting with patients, Dr. Wood enjoys spending time with her husband Jonathan and their two beautiful children. She also enjoys spending time at the beach and traveling.

Dr. Wood welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved oral health and brilliant smiles to schedule an appointment at Westside Dentistry today.

Dr. Jason Ray received his Bachelor of Arts in chemistry in 1999 followed by completing his dental degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2003. He continues his education whenever he can and currently attends over 40 hours of continuing education per year to stay up to date on the latest dental practices. Dr. Ray has had advanced training as a Premier Preferred Invisalign® Provider and has been using CEREC technology to make same-day dental crowns for the past 15 years.

He is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Society and the West LA Dental Society. He was chosen as one of the Top Dentists in Colorado for four years prior to moving to California to practice in the Santa Monica area, where he has been practicing for almost three years.

Dr. Ray’s goal as a dentist is to provide the highest quality dental care in order to help people save their teeth. He believes that people that keep their teeth live longer than people who do not.

He has been married to his wife, Cammy, since 2006 and she has helped him run two of his dental offices in Colorado as a hygienist and office manager. Together, they have one son, Eli, and a daughter, Elexus. Their children’s involvement in the acting industry is what led their family to move California in 2017.

In his spare time, Dr. Ray enjoys playing golf, going skiing and hanging out at the beach with his family.

Expert dentist Goli Javaher, DDS, brings more than 15 years of experience in restorative and cosmetic dentistry to her Brentwood, Los Angeles, practice. 

Dr. Goli began her professional education at the University of California, Los Angeles, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in psychobiology. After completing her undergraduate degree, Dr. Goli remained at UCLA and earned her Doctor of Dental Science.

 After graduation, Dr. Goli completed a general practice residency at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, followed by several postgraduate courses in various fields of dentistry, including dental implants. Before entering private practice, Dr. Goli also completed a residency in comprehensive esthetic dentistry.

As a dentist, Dr. Goli focuses on patient comfort and keeping up to date on the latest advances in dentistry. People from all over Los Angeles County seek out Dr. Goli’s expertise because they know she provides the highest quality of care in the field. 

Dr. Goli loves spending one-on-one time with her patients, and is a compassionate listener to their goals and concerns. After completing a thorough exam, she develops a diagnosis and treatment plan, tailored to each patients’ individual needs.  

Dr. Goli is a proud member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Los Angeles Dental Society. She welcomes any man or woman seeking high-quality dental care in the Los Angeles area.