Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DMD

Medical University of South Carolina, College of Dental Medicine, Charleston, SC

BS

Biology & Certificate in Dental Hygiene from Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

Professional Association

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Association of Women Dentists, chairperson & founder of Atlanta "Health for Humanity" network

Personal Bio

Dr. Rogers has been practicing dentistry for over 15 years. She and her husband have been married for over 20 years; together they have 3 children.

Achievements

Crowns & Bridges, Cosmetic Dentistry (including Veneers & Lumineers®), Root Canals, Extractions, Inlays & Onlays, Implant Crown/Bridges, Full Mouth Rehabilitation and Implant Dentures

Personal Quote

"Dentistry is one of the few professions in healthcare that combines art & science to literally give the patients a reason to smile. It gives me a chance to create beautiful smiles & help my patients to maintain a healthy dentition."

DDS

Northwestern University, Dental School, Chicago, IL

BS

Chemistry & Biology from UC Irvine, Irvine, CA

Continuing Education

Anterior Bonding & Veneers at Loma Linda University

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Kula has been practicing dentistry for over 25 years, with over 15 years in the local area. He and his wife, Gayle, enjoy beautiful southern California life with their 2 cats.

Personal Favorites

Book: "Catch 22" by Joseph Heller, Film: "Saving Private Ryan"

DDS

USC School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA

BS

UCI, Irvine, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Orange County Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Reagan has been practicing dentistry since 1986. He and his wife have been married since 1990; together they have 2 children and a dog. He enjoys hiking, traveling, masonry/tilework, gardening, skiing, and visiting museums.

Patient Impact

On many occasions, patients have come into the office with severe breakdown of their front teeth. They consciously make an effort not to smile and it affects their entire demeanor. After restoring their smile, I have seen a complete transformation in their personality and outlook on life. Making a difference like that in someone's life is very gratifying!

Personal Favorites

Book: "It's Not About the Bike" by Lance Armstrong, Film: "Life is Beautiful", TV Show: "Seinfeld"

DMD

Case Western Reserve University, School of Dental Medicine, Cleveland, OH

DC (Doctor of Chiropractic)

Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Leoni has been practicing dentistry for 3 years. He and his wife, Raelynn, have been married for over 10 years; together they have 3 children. He enjoys surfing, fishing, golf, racquetball, family activities, and church.

Personal Quote

"As my patient, you can expect that I will take care of your dental health in a personal and friendly way and give you high-quality results. Before you leave my office, you will be aware and have a good understanding of all the treatment procedures. "

Personal Favorites

Book: "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren, TV Show: "Extreme Home Makeover"

DDS

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry; San Francisco, CA

BS

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin, TX

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Rahbar enjoys traveling, skiing, yoga, and Pilates. And in her spare time, she likes to learn how to cook different cuisines, and she recently picked up surfing.

Personal Quote

“My priority in providing dental care is to make each patient as comfortable as possible through detailed communication of diagnosis and procedures and to address their individual needs with the highest quality of treatment. I believe that superior expertise and compassion for the patient’s needs are the most critical factors in providing quality dental care, and I strive to incorporate these elements into my practice daily.”

DDS

University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry; San Francisco, CA

BS

University of California Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry

Personal Bio

Dr. Vakil enjoys being active by running and hiking. In her spare time, she likes to watch the latest episodes of Top Chef.

Volunteer Experience

Girls on the Run

Personal Quote

“My goal is to work with the patient as a team to provide a comfortable and open environment in order to preserve a lifetime of oral health. My patients can expect me to spend the time to listen to their concerns and work my hardest to address them. I hope to build a trusting, long lasting relationship with my patients in order to optimize oral care.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Vakil’s favorite author is Malcolm Gladwell.

DMD

Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health - A.T. Still University; Mesa, AZ

BS

University of Northern Colorado; Greeley, CO

Professional Association

American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Judge enjoys running, snowboarding, wakeboarding, traveling, golf, and spending time with her husband and yellow Labrador.

Awards

National Award – Outstanding Student for Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Craniofacial Pain

Achievements

Public Health; A.T. Still University; Mesa, AZ

Volunteer Experience

Habitat for Humanity, Phoenix Children's Hospital Health Harvest

Personal Quote

"Patients can expect me to be honest, empathetic, and provide treatment in a compassionate and skilled manner. I will be up-to-date with the latest available treatments and keep track of all important aspects of a patient's health during and between visits. It is my goal to act in the patient's best interest and strive for excellence in creating happy, healthy smiles for each and every patient."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Judge's favorite book is It's Not About the Bike: My Journey Back to Life by Lance Armstrong. Her favorite movies include "The Notebook" and "The Break-Up." Her favorite vacation spots include Australia and Hawaii.

MD

State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn, College of Medicine, Brooklyn, NY

DDS

Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY

Professional Association

California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Personal Bio

Dr. Izadi has been practicing oral and maxillofacial surgery since 2003. He and his wife have been together since 1992 and they have 4 children. He enjoys tennis, reading, and traveling.

Achievements

Dentoalveolar Surgery (Extractions), Preprosthetic Surgery, Dental Implants/Bone Grafting, Biopsy

Personal Quote

"Many of the patients that are referred to me are very fearful of having any dental work done for a variety of reasons. I am able to offer a variety of anesthesia options that alleviate most, if not all, of their anxiety about having surgery."

DDS

University of the Pacific, School of Dentistry, San Francisco, CA

Certificate in Periodontics

Advanced Education in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA

Professional Association

American Academy of Periodontics, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, California Periodontal Society, Tri-County Dental Society, American Academy of Osseointegration

Personal Bio

Dr. Soleiman has been practicing Periodontics and Implant Dentistry since 1999. He and his wife have 3 children. He enjoys basketball, working out, watching movies, and camping with his family.

Awards

TKO/OKU Dental Honor Society (1995-96), American Academy of Periodontology Award for Outstanding Achievement in Periodontists (1996)

Personal Quote

"As a specialist, I take great pride in my work. I am always in pursuit of perfection and never compromise the care of my patients. Each individual has different needs and it is my goal to provide tailor-made care to each person. I plan to make your visit with me as informative, pleasant and, most importantly, as painless as possible. That is why I offer multiple forms of sedation; such as Oral, Nitrous Oxide, and IV Sedation in order to make my patients as comfortable as possible."

DDS

Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY

BS

Biology & Sociology, UC Riverside, Riverside, CA

Residency

General Practice, Sepulveda Veterans Affairs Hospital; Periodontics, West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Hospital

Personal Bio

Dr. Yun has been practicing dentistry since 2006.

Achievements

Chief Resident, Periodontic Department

Patient Impact

"I once had a diabetic patient who presented with generalized severe chronic adult periodontitis. His oral hygiene was non-existent. After full-mouth osseous surgery and debridement, the patient transformed into a new person. During subsequent follow-up and recall visits, he not only kept his mouth remarkably clean, but he also changed and improved his entire outer appearance. He had his hair styled, got new sleeker looking glasses, got a whole new wardrobe, and lost 25 pounds. His diabetic status, which was borderline uncontrolled was now controlled. His hemoglobin A1C decreased from 7.2 to a 5.8 after the periodontal surgeries. He always credited the start of his amazing transformation to his periodontal surgeries."

DMD

Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists

Personal Bio

Dr. Daryabegi has been practicing dentistry for over 7 years. She enjoys swimming, walking by the beach, and vacationing in Europe & Hawaii.

Patient Impact

"I'm so lucky because I feel like I make a big impact in my patient's lives. I have many patients that show me pictures of themselves not smiling before treatment, and after braces, they are always smiling."

Personal Favorites

Film: "Good Will Hunting", TV Show: "American Idol"

DDS

The Royal London Hospital, London, England

MS

Endodontic Specialty, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

MBA

UCI, Irvine CA

Professional Association

Professional Standards, Peer Review and Ethics Committee American Association of Endodontics 2005- 2006; AAE; ADA; CDA; Tri-County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Abedi has been practicing dentistry for 17 years and is an Assistant Professor at Loma Linda University, Department of Endodontics. He enjoys teaching Endodontics and has lectured extensively in his specialty field both in the United States and abroad.

Personal Quote

"All my patients have their own jokes and anecdotes in regards to root canals. It is our goal in the Endodontic Department to listen to our patients, understand their needs and strive to deliver a "Perfect Patient Experience," by utilizing our team, and the best and latest materials. Our success is measured one smile at a time."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Abedi enjoys cycling, reading and spending time, coaching his two children in soccer. His favorite movie is "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly".

DDS

Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

MSD

Endodontics, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

BS

Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Tri-County Dental Society, American Association of Endodontists, Loma Linda Alumni Association, OKU Dental Honors Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Kim is married with three children. In his spare time, he enjoys tennis, classical music, and playing the violin.

Awards

Chancellor’s Award, Loma Linda University (2007); Student Achievement in Endodontics, American Association of Endodontics (2007); Dean’s List, Loma Linda University (2005-2007); SA Dean’s Scholarship Award, Loma Linda University (2007)

Volunteer Experience

Calimesa SDA Church, House of Decision (Beaumont, CA)

Personal Quote

“You can expect that I will listen to your issues first, and then come up with the best possible solutions and alternatives that are right for you. You can be sure that your care will be of the highest quality in as pain-free a manner as possible. You can also expect that I will listen to your questions following the procedure and give you direction on how to best care for yourself following treatment.”

RDH

AS

Southwestern Community College; National City; CA

Certifications

Local Anesthesia and Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Certified, Laser Certified, Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Certified, ViziLite Certified

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Shakeiba has been working in the dental industry since 2007. In her spare time, she loves going to the movies, traveling the world, and spending time with her family and friends.

Achievements

Bilingual: English and Farsi

Volunteer Experience

Working with Dr. James Rolfe with the Afghanistan Dental Relief Project, Share the Care Sealant and Fluoride Clinic

Personal Quote

“Addressing my patient’s dental needs is my number one priority. I am passionate and committed about educating patients to achieve their oral hygiene goals. My patients can expect to feel secure, and they will be getting quality care while in my office.”

Personal Favorites

Shakeiba’s favorite author is Jane Austen, and her favorite TV shows are Glee and Grey’s Anatomy.

RDH

Centro Escolar University; Manila, Philippines

Personal Bio

Ellen has been working in the dental industry since 1996. In her spare time, Ellen enjoys cooking, going to the gym, and spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Personal Quote

“I treat my patient the way I want to be treated; therefore, I work hard to keep my patient happy and comfortable with their treatment. I want to establish good rapport with my patient, understanding how they feel so I can give them a relaxed and caring environment. I will educate and follow up Dentist’s recommended treatment so they have a better understanding of their periodontal health and treatment.”

Personal Favorites

Ellen’s favorite vacation spot is the Philippines where she visits her family as well.

RDH

University of Southern California; Los Angeles, CA

BS

Biology/Chemistry, University of California San Diego; San Diego, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Kenny has been working in the dental industry since 2000. In his spare time, he enjoys swimming, fishing, and spending time with his wife and three children.

Volunteer Experience

Mobile clinic in Mexico and Bakersfield

Personal Quote

“My number one priority as a dental hygienist is to provide my patients with the best dental care I can and to educate them about their oral hygiene. To me, being an excellent hygienist does not only involve cleaning a patient’s teeth, it is building confidence and motivation in my patients as well. I want my patients to have a strong quality of life and that means helping them establish and maintain strong dental care.”

Personal Favorites

Kenny’s favorite movie is Forrest Gump and his favorite TV show is Grey’s Anatomy. He enjoys reading the Harry Potter books by J.K. Rowling and traveling to Hawaii and New York. Also, Kenny loves USC football and the San Diego Chargers.

Personal Bio

Debbie Elstad has been in the dental field for over 28 years. She and her husband, Dave, have been married for over 31 years; together they have 3 children.

Personal Quote

"Our office offers professional and courteous care with the emphasis on treating the patient's concern today. We try to see each patient as an individual with their own wants and needs."

Personal Favorites

Film: "The Wizard of Oz", TV Show: "Grey's Anatomy" & "Wheel of Fortune"