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Stephen Hiroshige, DDS, is a skilled and compassionate dentist who’s proud to continue his father’s legacy at his general dentistry practice in Gardena, California. 

Dr. Hiroshige is a Southern California native who earned his dental degree in 1992 from the accelerated, six-year undergraduate/dental school program at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He joined his father’s practice immediately after graduating, where he’s continued to provide high-quality and affordable dental care to the residents of Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Gardena, and the surrounding communities. 

Dr. Hiroshige is always broadening and deepening his skillset by attending continuing education seminars. He’s completed advanced programs in Invisalign®, endodontics, and a variety of other specialty dental services. He also stays connected to the dental community through active memberships in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the Harbor Dental Society, and the Academy for Excellence in Dentistry. 

In his practice, Dr. Hiroshige stresses the importance of preventative care, and is dedicated to making his patients’ smiles functionally flawless and aesthetically stunning. He approaches all of his treatments with an unparalleled degree of compassion, creating a warm and friendly environment that relaxes even the most anxious patients. He also believes that everybody deserves a beautiful and healthy smile and puts that belief into practice by keeping his prices reasonable. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Hiroshige likes to spend time with his family. His wife, Grace, is also a dentist, and together they have three beautiful children. He also likes to golf, play tennis, coach soccer, and build model airplanes, and has spent 20 years teaching in the children’s ministry at Gardena Valley Baptist Church.

Artin Meserkhani, DDS, MBA, is a skilled orthodontist at LA Dentists Group in Glendale and Pasadena, California. Raised in a family with a legacy of dental professionals, Dr. Meserkhani spent his youth admiring the practice of dentistry. 

As he grew up, Dr. Meserkhani would spend his summers observing his uncle, who practiced as a general dentist, and working hands-on with his father, who owns a dental laboratory. His father and uncle instilled the love to provide compassionate care to dental patients in him from a very young age. He pursued this passion for dentistry at the University of California, San Diego, for his bachelor’s in biochemistry and cell biology. He continued to Loma Linda Dental School. 

Afterward, Dr. Meserkhani completed a one-year post-graduate internship in orthodontics at Roseman University of Health Sciences in Henderson, Nevada, while practicing as a general dentist. He then completed his three-year residency at the school, earning his dual degree in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, his specialty certificate, and his master’s in Business Administration. Not only is Dr. Meskerhani highly skilled in the latest technologies in orthodontics, but he also has a radiant personality that makes orthodontist visits fun and relaxing.

When not treating patients, Dr. Meserkhani is a sports enthusiast, coaching a local basketball league and supporting the AYSO soccer team. He is also a member of the Armenian association, helping out whenever he can.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.