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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.

Dr. Michelle Kamel received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from New York University, College of Dentistry graduating with honors in periodontics. Dr. Kamel then continued her post-doctorate training in Periodontics & Implant Dentistry at NYU College of Dentistry where she gained extensive clinical knowledge and training in placing dental implants and treating periodontal disease.

During her training, Dr. Kamel has traveled both globally and locally to treat dental diseases in underserved populations in Kathmandu, Nepal and in various neighborhoods in New York City.

She is known to practice comprehensive patient care with a compassionate approach to the needs of her patients. Dr. Kamel is consistently staying current with advanced technology and techniques in order to optimize patient care.

Dr. Kamel is board eligible from the American Academy of Periodontology and is a proud member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society, the American Dental Association, the New York State Dental Association, the Nassau County Dental Society, and the American Academy of Periodontology

In her free time, Dr. Kamel enjoys spending time with her family and friends, drawing, traveling, and trying new restaurants.

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 completed his specialty training in Periodontics and Oral Diagnosis at Farleigh Dickinson University in 1990. Dr. Franzetti 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. Aria Hourizadeh is a Board Eligible Periodontist and Implant Surgeon who completed the Advanced Education Program in Periodontics at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine. Raised in Great Neck, New York, he attended North Shore Hebrew Academy before earning a Bachelor of Science in Integrative Neuroscience from Binghamton University. He received his DDS degree from the NYU College of Dentistry, graduating with Honors in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. Following dental school, he completed a one year General Practice Residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, where he gained extensive experience managing medically complex patients and performing a broad range of surgical procedures. He is currently preparing for the oral examination to achieve Diplomate status with the American Board of Periodontology.

Dr. Hourizadeh is passionate about periodontal regeneration and implant dentistry, with particular interests in periodontal plastic surgery and advanced alveolar ridge augmentation. His clinical expertise includes the treatment of periodontal disease, peri-implant disease, correction of mucogingival deformities, sinus augmentation, implant site development, and interdisciplinary treatment planning for complex restorative cases. He is certified to administer intravenous (IV) sedation, enabling him to provide a safe, comfortable, and anxiety reducing experience for patients undergoing periodontal and implant surgical procedures. He is committed to delivering evidence based, patient centered care with an emphasis on surgical precision, long term stability, and esthetic excellence.

Committed to lifelong learning and clinical excellence, Dr. Hourizadeh remains actively engaged in continuing education and professional development. His goal is to build lasting relationships with patients and referring dentists while providing predictable, high quality periodontal and implant care grounded in the latest scientific evidence

Dr. Kumar T Vadivel is a Board Certified Periodontist, practicing as a Periodontal Surgeon specializing in Periodontology, dental implants and oral surgery in Dallas Fort Worth, Texas, USA. Dr. Vadivel holds a Master’s Degree in Dentistry from the University of Minnesota and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and Edinburgh. Prior to completing his Dental Implant and Periodontal Surgery program at the University of Minnesota, Dr. Vadivel underwent Oral Surgery training in the United Kingdom through the Royal College of Surgeons in England and Scotland. Dr. Vadivel in his spare time, enjoys traveling with his family, watching professional basketball and hockey. Dr Vadivel's wife Sudha, who is a Software Engineer by profession, helps Dr. Vadivel with his practice administration and management when she is not spending time with the kids. Dr. Vadivel and Sudha have a daughter Sasha and son Krish. Dr. Vadivel is active in numerous local and national dental organizations and, participates in and leads many local and civic organizations, including his own ToothHQ Dental Specialists study club. Dr. Vadivel is also the founding president of Dallas Indian American Dental Association. Dr Vadivel’s affiliations and training include: American Academy of Periodontology American Board of Periodontology Southwest Society of Periodontists Texas Society of Periodontists University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Royal College of Surgeons of England, England, UK Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK National Health Service (NHS), UK To stay current in his field of expertise, Dr. Vadivel attends hundreds of hours of continuing education, and workshops. Dr. Vadivel hosts study clubs and continuing education meetings for dentists and doctors to keep everyone he works with stay updated with the innovative and current techniques.

Dr. Fani is our gum specialist. She completed her undergraduate studies at UC Irvine and UCLA, followed by her dental degree from USC, where she graduated with honors. Dr. Fani continued her studies at USC to complete her postgraduate certificate in Periodontics in 1993. She continues to educate herself today in order to provide the highest level of treatment and patient satisfaction possible. Dr. Fani is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, the American Academy of Periodontology, and the San Fernando Valley Dental Association.

Juan Carlos Mendoza, DMD, MS, is a periodontist with a deep commitment to oral health. At Denta Springs in Coral Springs, Florida, Dr. Mendoza is dedicated to helping patients achieve their best smiles. 

Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Dr. Mendoza's academic journey began at the University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus in San Juan. Driven by an aspiration to specialize in periodontics, he advanced his studies at the prestigious University of Louisville in Kentucky. Here, Dr. Mendoza honed his skills and acquired specialized training in periodontics, enabling him to provide top-quality periodontal care to his patients.

Dr. Mendoza's expertise lies in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease. He is dedicated to ensuring his patients maintain healthy, radiant smiles. Dr. Mendoza's commitment to excellence in periodontal care has been the cornerstone of his practice, allowing him to offer the highest standards of treatment and patient care.

Dr. Mendoza's approach is patient-centric, focusing on individualized care plans that address specific needs and conditions. By staying updated with the latest advancements in periodontal techniques and treatments, he strives to provide the most effective and innovative solutions for patients.

Dr. Deborah Termeie obtained her Bachelor of Science and dental doctorate degrees from UCLA with high honors.

Dr. Termeie completed an additional three-year training in the specialty of Periodontics and Implant Surgery at UCLA where she was trained by world-renowned clinicians in a myriad of applications in periodontics and implant procedures. She has conducted advanced research on bone grafting and dental implants.

Dr. Termeie is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology. She is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology.

In addition to a busy private practice, she currently serves as Clinical Instructor at UCLA. Dr. Termeie has published several articles in professional journals, and she is the author of the best selling textbook, Periodontal Review.

Highly devoted to staying at the forefront of her field, Dr. Termeie is continually investing in her own education in order to provide patients with proven and successful results. She also takes the time to ensure every patient understands their treatment options fully, and that their choices are respected at every step of the process.

About Dr. Prokopets

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Eugenia Prokopets, DDS, MSD, is a board-certified Periodontist and Dental Implant Specialist who uses minimally invasive periodontal and implant microsurgery techniques to improve patients' oral health. Dr. Prokopets completed a three-year residency and a Master’s degree in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry at Louisiana State University. Dr. Prokopets received training in all aspects of implants including:

esthetic implant surgery

sinus elevation 

esthetic gum grafting 

bone grafting 

microsurgery 

full mouth implant rehabilitation

In addition, Dr. Prokopets’ training allows her to provide IV sedation for dental anxiety, and is one of the only Periodontists in the Washington DC area providing this service. She is also the only periodontist performing microsurgery using a highly specialized microscope in the states of Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC.  

Dr. Prokopets is extremely passionate about improving the overall health and esthetics of your smile. Using Botox and Fillers, she can correct and enhance your smile and facial features. Call (301) 941-0525 or make an appointment online today with Dr. Eugenia Prokopets at her office in Chevy Chase, Maryland.

 

 

Originally from Poltava, Ukraine, Dr. Prokopets is a 4th generation female dentist in her family. Growing up in Scottsdale, Arizona, she received her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from Arizona State University. Dr. Prokopets earned her DDS at Marquette University, in Milwaukee, before obtaining advanced training in General Anesthesia, Emergency Medicine, and Oral Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center.

About Mississippi Periodontics & Implants

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Conveniently located in the Old Town district of Ridgeland, Mississippi Periodontics and Implants specializes in offering the highest quality and innovative periodontal treatments to patients of all ages. Curtis Caskey, DMD, at Mississippi Periodontics and Implants embraces the highest health care values and he is committed to providing the best possible experience for all his patients.

With expert knowledge of the fields of periodontics and dental implants, Dr. Caskey is devoted to offering patients access the best care available. He believes in treating each patient as an individual and he strives to provide comprehensive treatment solutions uniquely tailored to each patient’s needs in a compassionate manner.

Curtis Caskey, DMD, at Mississippi Periodontics and Implants offers a wide range of periodontal services – including dental implants, gum grafting treatments, esthetic crown lengthening, and All-On-Four one day dental implant treatment. Dr. Caskey can also perform sinus lifts, pinhole gum rejuvenation, and tooth extractions.

Comfort is at the forefront of the practice’s philosophy. The team at Mississippi Periodontics and Implants offers various levels of sedation to ensure that all of their patients feel comfortable during any given procedure. Mississippi Periodontics and Implants is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and trustworthy environment for all patients and we are here to answer all your questions as clearly and informatively as possible.

Dr. Sam has been with the practice for over 25 years. A combination of knowledge, experience, and a sincere care has made him extremely successful and well loved by his patients. Dr. Sam received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from UCLA in 1984 and continued his studies at UCLA Dental School to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery, degree in 1988. He then specialized in Periodontics and Implantology at Loma Linda University. He became a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology in 1996. This award is the highest recognition of achievement offered by the specialty and which is given by doctors who demonstrate continued professional development and interest in providing the best and most up to date care to patients in the area of Periodontology and Implantology. 

Dr. Sam's hobbies are coaching his son's basketball team as well as following the Lakers. Raising his four sons keeps him very busy out of the office. 

Dr. Debra Westervelt is originally from Hemet, a small town in Southern California. In her early years of college, she found a passion in healthcare where she felt she could best impact her community and graduated with a degree in biology from La Sierra University at the top of her class. She then earned a doctorate degree at the acclaimed University of California, San Francisco.

Dr. Westervelt loves every aspect of dentistry and worked as a general dentist in the Napa area for several years. She enjoyed working closely with many specialists and collaborating in changing people’s lives. She was heavily involved in study clubs and advanced continuing education and became inspired by the specialists she had the opportunity to work with.

Fascinated with the connection between oral and systemic health and determined to further her education, Dr. Westervelt obtained her specialty certificate in periodontics from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Dr. Westervelt is passionate about helping her community by improving each patient’s overall health through ideal periodontal health. She understands the importance of comprehensive dental care and working closely with other experts in both dentistry and medicine. Her unique point of view as both a general dentist and a periodontist allows a broad understanding of her patient’s wants and needs. Patient care is Dr. Westervelt’s top priority, and this sentiment is felt by each patient she treats.

In her free time, Dr. Westervelt enjoys hiking, camping, and bike rides with her dog Jake. She enjoys gardening and cooking with her husband, Reed.  She loves the Bay Area and enjoys exploring the surrounding ocean, mountains, and towns whenever she has the opportunity.

Dr. Abbas Doctor is a board certified periodontist passionate about improving oral health. Raised in a rural town in West Virginia, Dr. Abbas was inspired by his father, a general dentist, to pursue a career in dentistry. He earned a bachelor's degree in biomedical science at Marshall University before obtaining his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from West Virginia University.

Driven to expand his clinical expertise, Dr. Abbas completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at the University of Missouri at Kansas City. While completing the AEGD, he developed a strong interest in periodontics. This passion led him to pursue an advanced specialty training in periodontics along with a Master of Science degree, at the University of Texas at Houston.

Dr. Abbas has been practicing in California since the completion of his residency in periodontics. He is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care using the latest techniques and technology.

In his free time, Dr. Abbas enjoys spending time with his wife, Andrea, hiking, cooking and exploring new places.

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. Chandan Walia, DDS, is a Specialist Surgeon, Periodontist, and Implantologist who has dedicated his career exclusively to dental implants, periodontal surgery, and complex full-mouth rehabilitation. With more than 20 years of clinical experience and over 10,000 dental implants placed, he is recognized as one of the region's most experienced implant specialists.

What sets Dr. Walia apart is his advanced specialty training. Unlike many implant providers who place implants as part of a general dental practice, Dr. Walia completed an additional five years of hospital-based and surgical specialty training focused exclusively on implant dentistry, periodontics, oral medicine, and advanced surgical procedures.

His educational journey began in 2001 when he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from New York University. He then completed specialized training in Oral Medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, followed by serving as Chief Resident in Advanced Hospital Dentistry at NYU Langone Hospital in Brooklyn, New York.

In 2003, Dr. Walia was accepted into the prestigious three-year surgical specialty residency in Periodontology and Implant Dentistry at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Following completion of his specialty training in 2006, he served as a clinical attending at several respected hospitals, trained dental residents throughout the New York City area, and maintained a successful private practice before relocating to the Southwest.

Since 2016, Dr. Walia has practiced full-time at Implants & Periodontal Arts Surgical Center in Chandler, Arizona, where he focuses exclusively on dental implants, full-arch restorations, bone grafting, gum reconstruction, and advanced periodontal procedures.

Patients routinely seek Dr. Walia for second opinions and complex cases because of his extensive surgical experience, advanced specialty training, and commitment to delivering predictable outcomes.

Dr. Walia is committed to providing the highest standards of care and the most advanced treatment options available. He believes every patient should be fully informed about their treatment choices and empowered to make decisions with confidence.

In addition to patient care, Dr. Walia serves as a Dental Board Consultant in Periodontology for the Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners and maintains dental licenses in Arizona, California, Nevada, and New York.

Outside the office, Dr. Walia enjoys traveling, golf, tennis, music, and spending time with his family.

Jeremy Owyoung, DDS, is a skilled periodontist at Vartanian Dental Group in Mission Viejo, California. He specializes in treating and maintaining the gums, bones, and tissue that support your teeth. 

A graduate of the University of California, San Diego, Dr. Owyoung graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, and Management Science. He then received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California’s School of Dentistry (USC).

Upon completing dental school, Dr. Owyoung trained at the University of California, San Francisco, to achieve his specialty certificate in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry. During this time, he also earned a master’s degree in Biomaterials and Oral Biology. He has published literature on various topics, including chronic disease prevention, oral health promotion, dental biomaterials, and oral implantology.

Dr. Owyoung is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, a recognized specialty of the American Dental Association.

When he’s not fixing smiles, Dr. Owyoung enjoys mountain biking, music, and digital photography. He also enjoys NBA basketball and cheering for his favorite college football team -- USC!