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Dr. Rapolla grew up on the Pacific island of Guam and received a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from the University of California- San Diego. After working as a dental assistant for a year, he attended the UCLA School of Dentistry to obtain his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

While in Los Angeles, Dr. Rapolla was a part of many dental mission trips to Mexico which ignited his passion for pediatric dentistry. He went on to receive his certificate in pediatric dentistry from the Texas A&M College of Dentistry. He met his wife, Sandi, in Dallas, and worked in private practice before deciding to expand his knowledge in orthodontics and graduating from the UNC Adams School of Dentistry.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two dogs, traveling, cooking, and being outdoors.

Dr. Sawyer graduated from UCSF dental school in 1983 and came to Los Altos in 1984 taking over this practice that was originally started back in 1952. Dr. Sawyer has served on a number of boards, including being the chair of the local dental society, the Mid-Penninsula Dental Association. He's active in the UC San Francisco Alumni Association, the California Dental Association, and the American Dental Association

As he has said over the years, “my friends have become patients, and my patients have become friends”.

He is skilled and compassionate in all aspects of dentistry. Kids and adults alike love coming to see Dr. Sawyer because of the fun stories he tells and how he subtly places the patients at ease. 

Now that he has “semi-retired” he and his wife spend most of their time either with their 5 grandkids or else trying to hit a golfball, gardening, and making wine.

Although he and Dr. Vaswani often consult on cases together, you can still see Dr. Sawyer’s smiling face in the office on Fridays.

Payal Patel, DMD, is a family practice dentist at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, in Woodbridge, Virginia.  

Dr. Payal Patel grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and attended East Tennessee State University, where she graduated in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry and a minor in health sciences. Realizing her passion for dentistry while volunteering at a local VA Hospital, she then went to Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine to obtain her Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD), where she had the opportunity to tutor younger dental students and enjoyed the teaching experience. She graduated from there in 2010 and received the Dean’s Award for Academic and Clinical Excellence. Dr. Patel went on to complete a general practice residency at the University of Tennessee Knoxville Medical Center, where she received advanced training in modern techniques for private practice, operating room, and dental emergencies. As part of her residency program, she also received training in the field of forensic dentistry.

Dr. Patel worked in Knoxville, Tennesse, for seven years in private practice before moving to Washington, DC. Throughout her career, she has taken courses to advance her skills in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, Botox, and laser procedures. Dr. Patel has a strong understanding of the latest techniques and procedures for the delivery of quality comprehensive dental care. In her dedication to patient comfort for both children and adults, she strives to reduce the anxiety sometimes associated with visiting the dentist.

In her free time, Dr. Patel enjoys traveling, hiking local trails, sporting events, rooting for the Vols, and spending time with her friends and family.

Christy Hark, DDS, is a family practice dentist at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, in Woodbridge, Virginia. Dr. Hark was born in South Korea when she and her family moved to Alexandria, Virginia, at an early age. 

Ever since she was young, she knew she had a passion for the art of dentistry. In her high school and college years, she attended dental assisting programs and took part-time jobs as a dental assistant, where she was able to grow her experiences working in dental offices and learning from remarkable doctors. She fulfilled that hope at Howard University College of dentistry and where she earned her degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery.

Dr. Hark has vast experience working with all age groups and people from all different walks of life. From pediatrics to geriatrics, she has served as a dentist in assisting living facilities, group homes, medically underserved populations, as well as corporate dental practices, but she has found her passion to be amongst the children and helping kids. Dr. Hark values self-confidence and feels that the best part of her job is to know that kids can grow more confident in themselves through a beautiful smile and a strong self-image.

Dr. Hark enjoys volunteering with organizations such as Missions of Mercy and Give Kids A Smile because she believes in giving back to the community and helping those who have a harder time helping themselves.

Dr. Hark knows she cannot change the world, but if only she could change the world of an individual, she would change somebody’s world.

During her free time, she likes to spend it with the ones she loves: her family, friends, and her cat named Twinkie. She is a member of Global Mission Church and is an active member of the worship band as a pianist and singer. Her hobbies include playing the piano, binge-watching Netflix, drawing, singing, and most of all, spending time with her husband. 

April Toyer, DDS, FAAPD, is a board-certified pediatric dentist practicing at Lifetime Dental Care, PLLC, located in Woodbridge, Virginia. 

Dr. April grew up as an “army brat” but resided in Bowie, Maryland, for many years. She attended the University of Virginia and received a degree in biology and bioethics in 2003. There she volunteered at the Charlottesville Free Clinic and developed a love for dentistry. Dr. Toyer attended dental school at the University of Maryland and took part in the Pediatric Dentistry Clerkship program. It was there that she met her husband, Dr. Leonard Toyer. During her summers off from dental school, Dr. Toyer worked for the Department of Education to be surrounded by young smiles. After graduating from dental school in 2007, she attended Howard University for her residency in pediatric dentistry, which she completed in 2009. 

In her spare time, Dr. Toyer enjoys writing, playing the piano, swimming, and spending time with her husband and her son Austin.

Dr. April believes that the prevention of dental disease is the best cure. She skillfully delivers restorative care utilizing child-centered behavior guidance, anxiolysis techniques, and dental outpatient surgery under general anesthesia.

Dr. April became a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry in 2011, which “certifies pediatric dentists based on standards of excellence that lead to high-quality oral health care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special health care needs. Certification by the ABPD assures the public that a pediatric dentist has successfully completed accredited training and a voluntary examination process designed to continually validate the knowledge, skills, and experience requisite to the delivery of quality patient care.” She is active in organized dentistry and serves on the House of Delegates for the Virignia Dental Association. She is also proud to be a consultant for the Committee of Sedation and Anesthesia for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.  

Since graduating from Boston University Dental School in 1983, Dr. Templer has kept up a continuous commitment to educating himself in his field, adding new skills, and staying current on innovations and technology.

He has completed the Postdoctoral Course in Conscious Sedation at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center, External Postdoctoral Courses in Implant Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry and a Maxi Course in Oral Implantology. His other accomplishments include a Mini-residency in Implant Dentistry at Tufts University.

Dr. Templer is a member of the American Dental Association and the Massachusetts Dental Society. At the Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Studies, Dr. Templer continues to hone the skills and principles of quality, successful dentistry, thorough patient care, and effective dental practice.

You might find Dr. Templer fishing, motorcycling, and traveling when he’s not in the office providing his knowledgeable service and skilled dental care.

Dr. Ruchi Trambadia earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, PA. She then received her Doctor of Dental Medicine from Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She completed her General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, NJ.

Dr. Ruchi’s areas of dental proficiency include restorative dentistry, extractions, root canal therapy, both fixed and removable dentures, crowns and bridges. She strives to create a warm and welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable under her care. She values open communication and honesty with patients to ultimately help them achieve a better smile and overall better oral health.

Lisa Carrington, DDS, is a pediatric dentist at Select Dental & Orthodontics in Torrance, California. Dr. Carrington is happy to provide the little ones in your family with the specific care and welcoming experience they need to maintain their oral health. 

Dr. Carrington attended Loyola Marymount University, graduating with her bachelor’s degree in biology. While at the university, she was a part of the Delta Zeta Sorority, BBB Biological Honor Society, Chemistry Society, and the LEAP Program.

Once she completed her undergraduate studies, she went on to pursue her doctorate in dental surgery (DDS) at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. Currently, she is working on finishing her pediatric dentistry residency at the University of Southern California. 

Dr. Carrington brings years of patient care experience to Select Dental & Orthodontics. She has worked with both pediatric and geriatric patients, helping each group with their unique needs and delivering health care that makes their treatment processes simple and smooth. She looks forward to working with future patients on all of their oral health concerns.