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As leaders in the field, Dr. Magi Crofcheck and her staff specialize in treating Periodontal Disease, placement of Dental Implants and esthetic procedures. Our office takes pride in our professional image and our state-of-the-art technology. We strive to make patients confident they are receiving the best treatment available while providing them with the highest quality results. We also offer Sedation Dentistry to make your experience more comfortable and relaxing.

Early diagnosis and immediate treatment of periodontal disease are critical. If the disease remains untreated, not only will tooth loss inevitably occur, but you are at risk for other serious health problems. The inflammation associated with periodontal disease has proven to have a direct link to heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, arthritis, and cancer. Utilizing the most current technology to ensure accurate diagnosis, Dr. Crofcheck can provide you with the best treatment options available, tailored personally for your individual needs.

Magi Crofcheck, DDS, is an experienced, dedicated periodontist and implantologist who serves patients of all ages at her private practice in Webster, Texas. 

Dr. Crofcheck attended the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, Texas, completing her dental school training. She then pursued her advanced training in the areas of periodontics and oral implantology receiving her specialty certificate. Dr. Crofcheck is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, International College of Oral Implantologists, Southwest Society of Periodontists, and the American Dental Association. 

With Dr. Crofcheck’s 26-plus years of experience and her team’s combined periodontal expertise, patients are provided the best in dental implants, bone grafts, crown lengthening, oral surgery, gum disease treatment, and root coverage procedures. Dr. Crofcheck is IV sedation-certified, allowing her to perform procedures on-site, from start to finish. 

In addition to her busy practice, Dr. Crofcheck is an educator for the Academy of General Dentistry’s Program Approval for Continuing Education (PACE). Through the PACE program, Dr. Crofcheck educates other dental care providers in advanced periodontics and implantology. She’s been asked to lecture many times over the last 20 years. Dr. Crofcheck hosts a yearly meeting for our community hygienists to keep them updated on the latest topics in periodontics.

Dr. Crofcheck is married to Dr. Michael Anton, an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in Webster, Texas. Together, they have five children, two of whom are enrolled in the University of Texas Health and Science Center Branch in Houston and earning their degrees in dentistry. She is proud to offer patients state-of-the-art customized periodontal treatment in a comfortable setting.  New patients are welcome.

Take care of your total health and wellness and make it a priority! Don’t let anxiety or fear to get in the way of your optimal periodontal care. Call our office at 281-286-0056 and make your appointment today!

Jochen P. Pechak, DDS, MSD, is a Periodontist at Perio & Implant Center of Monterey Bay and Silicon Valley, with locations in Sunnyvale and Monterey, California.

Originally from Germany, Dr. Pechak first began his path toward a career in medicine by enrolling at the University of Padova School of Medicine in Italy in 1987. He later transferred to Ludwig‑Maximilian‑University School of Medicine in Munich, Germany, where he completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1994. After graduation, he practiced dentistry for several years in Munich before being accepted into a prestigious program as one of only three international students in a three-year postdoctoral program in periodontics and implantology at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Pechak received his specialty certificate in periodontics and a Master of Science in Periodontics from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, in 2000, graduating top of his class. Upon graduation, he was invited to join the full-time faculty as a clinical instructor at the dental school, and he was later invited to address the alumni of Tufts School of Dental Medicine in September 2009.

Along with his board certification in periodontics and dental implant surgery, Dr. Pechak is certified in advanced technologies utilizing plasma technology, as well as dental lasers. One of his passions is integration of virtual reality to improve the precision of dental implant placement with guided surgery which means shorter appointments and eliminates guesswork. He has also published several articles in dental journals, and lectured to many audiences around the world. Dr. Pechak’s research was also presented at a conference American Academy of Periodontology and Academy of Osseointegration.

He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, California Society of Periodontists, Academy of Osseointegration, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Monterey Bay Dental Society, Mid‑Peninsula Dental Society, and Seattle Study Club.

Dr. Pechak remains at the forefront of leveraging minimally invasive utilizing state-of-the art technology in his field. He was recognized on the front cover of The Monterey County Herald in 2010 for his breakthrough technology utilizing plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF). He is also one of few board-certified periodontists using an FDA-approved laser periodontal therapy (known as LANAP laser treatment) in Monterey County.

Committed to the pursuit of higher education, Dr. Pechak is the founder and director of the Monterey Bay-Salinas Study Club, a local forum of Monterey County dental professionals that focuses on raising the level of dental care and expertise in the community. Dr. Pechak lives with his wife and their beautiful twin boys in the Monterey Bay, California.

Jochen P. Pechak, DDS, MSD, is a Periodontist at Perio & Implant Center of Monterey Bay and Silicon Valley, with locations in Sunnyvale and Monterey, California.

Originally from Germany, Dr. Pechak first began his path toward a career in medicine by enrolling at the University of Padova School of Medicine in Italy in 1987. He later transferred to Ludwig‑Maximilian‑University School of Medicine in Munich, Germany, where he completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1994. After graduation, he practiced dentistry for several years in Munich before being accepted into a prestigious program as one of only three international students in a three-year postdoctoral program in periodontics and implantology at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Pechak received his specialty certificate in periodontics and a Master of Science in Periodontics from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, in 2000, graduating top of his class. Upon graduation, he was invited to join the full-time faculty as a clinical instructor at the dental school, and he was later invited to address the alumni of Tufts School of Dental Medicine in September 2009.

Along with his board certification in periodontics and dental implant surgery, Dr. Pechak is certified in advanced technologies utilizing plasma technology, as well as dental lasers. One of his passions is integration of virtual reality to improve the precision of dental implant placement with guided surgery which means shorter appointments and eliminates guesswork. He has also published several articles in dental journals, and lectured to many audiences around the world. Dr. Pechak’s research was also presented at a conference American Academy of Periodontology and Academy of Osseointegration.

He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, California Society of Periodontists, Academy of Osseointegration, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Monterey Bay Dental Society, Mid‑Peninsula Dental Society, and Seattle Study Club.

Dr. Pechak remains at the forefront of leveraging minimally invasive utilizing state-of-the art technology in his field. He was recognized on the front cover of The Monterey County Herald in 2010 for his breakthrough technology utilizing plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF). He is also one of few board-certified periodontists using an FDA-approved laser periodontal therapy (known as LANAP laser treatment) in Monterey County.

Committed to the pursuit of higher education, Dr. Pechak is the founder and director of the Monterey Bay-Salinas Study Club, a local forum of Monterey County dental professionals that focuses on raising the level of dental care and expertise in the community. Dr. Pechak lives with his wife and their beautiful twin boys in the Monterey Bay, California.

Dr. Herman grew up in West Monroe, Louisiana. She attended West Monroe High School, then earned a Bachelor’s in biochemistry with a minor in chemistry from Louisiana State University. While studying there, she received the Chancellor’s Future Leaders in Research Scholarship, the Centennial Scholarship, and was named to the LSU Alumni Association Top 100 Scholars list. Dr. Herman received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from LSU School of Dentistry in 2016. She went on to complete her residency in periodontics there in 2019, where she served as the chief resident. 

To maintain her professional credentials and stay up with the latest advances in periodontics, Dr. Herman maintains memberships with the American Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, American Association for Dental Research, Louisiana Dental Association, and New Orleans Dental Association.

Dr. Herman has extensive leadership and volunteer experience. As Community Service Chair for the LSUHSC dental class of 2016, she organized community service opportunities for members of her class, including fundraisers, food drives, and Habitat for Humanity service. Dr. Herman has volunteered for both the New Orleans and the Louisiana Missions of Mercy and provided dental services and supplies to adults and children in the mountain communities of Guatemala through LSU Global Healing. She served as clinic co-coordinator at the Ozanam Inn in New Orleans, working with medical students to provide free health and dental care for the homeless.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Herman enjoys cooking and fishing and is a lifelong Saints and LSU fan. She especially loves spending time with her sweet dog, Olive.

With over 40 years experience in oral surgery and periodontics, Dr. Victor Terranova has placed thousands of implants. Here he discusses stem cell therapy using PRP for dental implants, multiple dental implants and full mouth reconstruction and the dangers of periodontal disease.

With over 40 years experience in oral surgery and periodontics, Dr. Victor Terranova has placed thousands of implants. Here he discusses stem cell therapy using PRP for dental implants, multiple dental implants and full mouth reconstruction and the dangers of periodontal disease.

Siamak Madani, DDS, is a member of the skilled dental team at Willow Glen Dental Center, San Jose, California, where he provides his patients with the highest level of care.

Dr. Madani specializes in periodontics and dental implants. He completed both his dental school training and specialty program at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Upon graduating, Dr. Madani moved to the Bay Area and has practiced in the area since 1993.

Dr. Madani has degrees in microbiology, history, french language, and business administration. He is a member of the Academy of Osseointegration and has been involved with dental implants for many years. Dr. Madani is able to treat a diverse group of patients as he’s fluent in English, French, and Farsi.

When he’s not working, Dr. Madani enjoys skiing, playing soccer, camping, and hiking.

At Willow Glen Dental Center, Dr. Madani puts his patients at ease by taking time to talk through a procedure and answer any lingering questions.

Sahar Shafi, DDS, is a board-certified periodontist at Santa Monica Bay Dental, located in Santa Monica, California. She’s an expert in minimally invasive procedures such as flapless extractions, soft tissue grafting microsurgery, bone grafting, and regenerative procedures. She’s also a trained professional in full-mouth rehabilitation involving esthetic periodontal plastic surgery, sinus augmentations, and immediate and delayed implant placement.

Dr. Shafi earned her Bachelor of Science in biology from California State University, Fresno, summa cum laude. She then received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She continued on her quest for learning by completing a one-year residency at Sepulveda Veterans Affairs Medical Center, in North Hills, California, followed by a periodontal surgery and implantology residency at UCLA.

To stay on the cutting-edge of dentistry, she’s a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. She also maintains active memberships of the American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, California Society of Periodontology, California Dental Association, and the West Los Angeles Dental Society. In addition, as an advocate for education, she’s a lecturer and instructor at the UCLA School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Shafi currently resides in West Los Angeles with her husband and thoroughly enjoys many interests that include international excursions, meal-prepping for her family, yoga, enjoying a really good book, and being with friends and family.

Dr. Shafi offers the best care for her patients and is dedicated to remaining at the forefront of her field to provide patients with successful results. She looks forward to welcoming existing and new patients at Santa Monica Bay Dental.

Periodontist of Weston is a state-of-the-art periodontal practice led by Tamir Segal, DMD, in Weston, Florida serving Miramar, Cooper City, and Pembroke Pines, FL areas. He and his outstanding team focus on periodontics, and the practice also employs implant specialists. Dr. Segal is fluent in French, enhancing communication and comfort for French-speaking patients. 

The Periodontist of Weston providers care for patients 12 and older in a comfortable, welcoming setting. They take an integrative, holistic, encompassing approach to treatments. Some cutting-edge service offerings include emergency dentistry, crown lengthening, gum grafting and scaling, root scaling, and sinus lifts.

Dr. Segal and his team also provide sedation dentistry, wisdom teeth extractions, and other oral health procedures. He specializes in periodontal (gum) surgery, including frenectomy, gingivectomy, osseous surgery, and more.

The highly trained periodontal specialists at Periodontist of Weston have many years of experience improving the oral health of patients struggling with tooth decay, infections, gum disease, and other troublesome oral health problems.

They compassionately welcome patients to the practice and look forward to exceeding their periodontal needs, making each smile healthy, vibrant, and beautiful.

Call the office today or use the online booking feature to schedule a consultation at Periodontist of Weston.

Dr. Louis Franzetti has built his reputation based on clinical excellence, meticulous attention to detail and unparalleled personalized commitment to each patient.

The scope of his practice includes a full range of Periodontal and Implant services:

• Periodontal Diagnosis and Treatment planning
• Dental Implant Surgery
• Bone Regeneration
• Sinus Elevation
• Soft Tissue Grafting
• Management of advanced cases

Dr. Franzetti received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Georgetown University in 1987. He then completed his specialty training in Periodontics and Oral Diagnosis at Farleigh Dickinson University in 1990. Dr. Franzetti then served as Assistant Clinical Professor of Periodontics at New York University, School of Dentistry from 1991-1999.

Born and raised in Brooklyn and now residing in Manhattan, Dr. Franzetti initially worked alongside his father, Dr. Joseph Franzetti, in his practice at One Hanson Place.

Dr. Franzetti opened his Manhattan practice in 1994, now located on East 61th St at Park Avenue to serve his growing patient base in Manhattan.

Dr. Beydoun, our periodontist, has been successfully practicing periodontics and dental implantology for over 18 years. He initially received his DMD degree from Boston University in 1994. He then completed 3 years of rigorous training in Periodontics and dental implants, in addition to a Master of Science degree in Oral Biology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Beydoun accomplished the prestigious and demanding step of becoming a Board Certified Periodontist and dental implantologist in 1997. Currently, he serves as a part-time clinical professor at Rutgers University. Dr. Beydoun takes a special interest in the field of esthetic periodontics and dental implants. Therefore, he is constantly working to enhance his knowledge and technical skills in those areas by attending CE courses and specialty conferences, including the field of Laser dentistry.

Dr. Wesam Salha, D.D.S., M.S.D.

Periodontist | Implant Specialist | Educator | Speaker

Dr. Wesam Salha, D.D.S., M.S.D. is a renowned periodontist and implant specialist with over 15 years of experience providing advanced periodontal and implant care in the Houston area. He is one of the few dentists to have completed two intensive, three-year postdoctoral residencies at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in California—one in Advanced Education in Implant Dentistry (2008) and another in Advanced Education in Periodontics (2011).

A leader in minimally invasive surgical techniques and digital smile design, Dr. Salha is also a pioneer in Houston in the use of biological periodontal procedures and biocompatible materials. He integrates cutting-edge technology with a patient-centered approach to deliver predictable, long-term results—many of which he confidently warrants for his patients. He is especially recognized for achieving esthetic-driven outcomes in challenging anterior implant cases, not just functional solutions, but results that restore confidence and harmony to the smile.

Dr. Salha’s clinical expertise spans all areas of periodontics and implantology, with a focus on:

• All-on-X full-arch rehabilitation using digital smile design and guided surgical protocols
• Immediate temporization of anterior implants
• Advanced, minimally invasive soft tissue grafting
• Zirconia (ceramic) dental implants
• Biological dentistry protocols, including Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), growth factor–enhanced healing, and ozone therapy

Dr. Salha is deeply committed to clinical excellence through ongoing education, research, and innovation. He is a respected speaker and educator in the fields of implant dentistry, soft tissue regeneration, and biologics.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Salha enjoys quality time with his wife, Grace, and their two daughters. He is passionate about snorkeling, spearfishing, hiking, and world travel. His dedication to both his family and his patients is reflected in every aspect of his life and work.

Meet Dr. Alia Chakaki, a board-certified periodontist with over 20 years of experience in restoring and maintaining oral health. She earned her dental degree from the University of Damascus in Syria in 2000 and completed her specialty training in periodontics at Case Western Reserve University in 2007.

Dr. Chakaki is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, a recognition that reflects her expertise and commitment to the highest standards of care. She is highly skilled in treating gum disease, placing dental implants, and performing advanced periodontal procedures—all with a gentle and patient-centered approach.

Dr. Chakaki’s clinical strengths include:

• Treatment of periodontal (gum) disease
• Dental implant placement
• Advanced periodontal surgical procedures
• Minimally invasive and gentle care techniques

Her goal is to make every patient feel comfortable and confident in their care while achieving healthy, lasting smiles.

Ready to experience compassionate, expert periodontal care? Contact us today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Chakaki and take the next step toward a healthier smile.

Dr. Richert prioritizes his clinical approach to meet the comprehensive needs of his patients while providing transparent and optimal treatment care plan options. His decade of experience compliments the diversity of clientele within our Bay Area communities.

As a native of Mesa, Arizona, Dr. Richert received his bachelor's degree in Biology from Arizona State University. He continued his graduate education at the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health, earning a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) and a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree.

Following his graduate training, Dr. Richert completed his residency in periodontics and implantology at the Texas A&M College of Dentistry. In addition to his residency certificate in periodontics, Dr. Richert earned a Master of Science in Oral Biology (MS).

Dr. Richert relocated to Seattle, Washington to gain exposure within a large, private periodontal group. He then accepted a faculty position at the UNLV College of Dental Medicine in Las Vegas, NV, serving as the primary periodontal and implant surgeon for the pre-doctoral and graduate-level programs. While Dr. Richert loved teaching, he had always dreamt of living in California, and made his way. He spent the last four years in private practice in Lafayette, CA. As much as Dr. Richert liked the Bay Area, he much preferred his weekend getaways to Santa Cruz.

Dr. Richert currently resides in Pleasure Point with his partner, Emma. In his free time, he enjoys going on adventures with their Jack Highland Terrier Max, and together, heading to the mountains for snowboarding. His passion for playing guitar, Muay Thai, and surfing gives him balance in his personal time, to then provide optimal care when professionally treating his patients.

Lynna Bui, DDS, MPH, of Ueno Center Dental Specialists in Campbell, California, is a Bay Area native. Her interest in medicine started early, graduating with a degree in biology from the University of California, Irvine, before earning a Doctor of Dental Surgery at Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago, Illinois.

Dentistry came first, but it wasn’t long before Dr. Bui focused on a future in periodontology. She went back to school to obtain her specialty certificate in periodontics from the University of Pittsburgh. Then, intending to give back to her community, she earned her Master's in Public Health from the Graduate School of Public Health at the University of Pittsburgh.

For over a decade, Dr. Bui owned a practice in Palo Alto, California, while also serving as an associate clinical professor in the periodontics department at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, California. She co-authored articles featured in the prestigious Implant Dentistry journal and has lectured regionally and nationally on periodontology and implantology.

Dr. Bui is a member of various professional organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology, the Academy of Osseointegration, the American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association. She is also a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, in addition to being a Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. 

For Dr. Bui, everything is always about her patients. She believes in collaborating with restorative dentists and other specialists to give you a concerted and systematic team approach that ensures comprehensive care and the best patient experience possible. 

Board-certified periodontist, Dr. Jeremy Ueno, is a Bay Area native and founder and owner of Ueno Center Dental Specialists in Campbell, California. From an early age, Dr. Ueno demonstrated a passion for medicine and technology. After graduating as a biology major from the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), that for technology passion was apparent as he completed his internship and, later, served as an employee in the IT department at Genentech in South San Francisco. This helped form the basis of his appreciation for the intersection of technology and medicine that continues today. 

Ultimately, Dr. Ueno decided to pursue a career in dentistry, enrolling in Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. After Tufts, Dr. Ueno completed his surgical residency in periodontics at Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine in New York City, where he trained under some of the top clinicians and researchers in the world.

After his residency at Columbia, Dr. Ueno returned to the Bay Area, where he started Ueno Periodontics in Campbell. As the practice grew, Dr. Ueno decided to open the Ueno Center, where he committed to offering a wider range of dental services along with advanced technology for the ultimate patient experience.

Today, Ueno Center Dental Specialists is a busy, thriving practice with multiple surgical specialists and a phenomenal team. Nonetheless, Dr. Ueno continues to learn and grow as a clinician, taking between 200-300 hours of continuing education every year. He leads multiple study clubs and meets with dentists and specialists monthly to review cases and teach advanced continuing education. Dr. Ueno runs Spear Study Clubs, a Full Arch Study Club dedicated to teaching “Teeth-in-a-Day,” mini-residency programs, and a hygiene study club.  As a recognized leader in his field, he regularly lectures, nationally and internationally, on trending topics related to periodontology and implantology.

Dr. Ueno is currently a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, California Society of Periodontists, Academy of Osseointegration, Santa Clara County Dental Society, American Dental Association, and the California Dental Association.