Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA

BA

Biology from UCSB, Santa Barbara, CA

Personal Bio

Dr. Nakaki has been practicing dentistry for over 26 years. He and his wife have been married for over 15 years; together they have 2 children.

Personal Quote

"Two of the main things I strive to accomplish are to always explain what procedures the patient is to have done and to make the procedure as comfortable as possible."

DDS

University of the Pacific; San Francisco, CA

BS

University of California, Davis; Davis, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Khandani has been practicing dentistry since 2009. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, reading, cycling, running, and spending time with friends and family.

Volunteer Experience

American Student Dental Association (ASDA) community service coordinator; president of dental mission to Fiji; traveled to Peru and Iran to participate in various dental missions

Personal Quote

“As my patient, you can expect to be treated like family. I believe in providing the highest quality of care in an environment in which patients feel they are listened to and cared for in the most comfortable manner possible.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Khandani’s favorite TV shows are How I Met Your Mother and The X Factor, and her favorite vacation spots are Italy, Paris, and Peru.

DDS

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

BS

University of California San Diego, San Diego, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry

Personal Bio

Dr. Cheng is married with two children. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, and trying new restaurants.

Personal Quote

“My patients can expect personalized care. I will form a partnership with patients and help educate them about oral health.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Cheng’s favorite TV shows are “24” and “Heroes.”

MS

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Howard University Hospital, Washington, D.C.

DMD

Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA

BS

Biology, University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA

Professional Association

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Personal Bio

Dr. Nguyen has been practicing dentistry since 2007. In her spare time she enjoys art and contemporary paintings, watching movies, and spending time with her husband who is also a dentist.

Achievements

Chief Resident 2006-2007

Volunteer Experience

Operation Smile, free dental care for hurricane Katrina victims, free dental screenings for Olympic participants

Patient Impact

“A mid-thirties male patient had a severe apprehension about extracting his three remaining wisdom teeth because the first extraction a few years prior had resulted in complication and infection. My experienced staff and I put him at ease with thorough explanation. The extraction was done under general anesthesia in less than ½ hour. The patient recovered well with no complications. The patient regained more confidence to seek routine dental visits.”

Personal Quote

“We offer a state-of-the-art practice in which every aspect of patient care has been optimally designed to ensure the best possible oral surgery experience. Our experienced staff treats patients in an environment of comfort and calm, using the latest imaging and surgical technology available. Patients are well informed about their conditions and the procedure they are undergoing and are carefully guided through the process, from planning and decision making through final recovery. Care is provided in a compassionate manner, with special attention to the individual needs of patients.”

Specialty Certificate

Certificate in Orthodontics, New York University, New York, NY Certificate in Geriatric Dentistry, Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA

MS

Columbia University Institute of Human Nutrition, New York, NY MPH: Harvard University School of Public Health, Boston, MA

DDS

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY

Professional Association

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

Personal Bio

Dr. Shih has been practicing dentistry since 2004. In her spare time she enjoys water sports, playing piano, and going to concerts.

Achievements

Former Director of Dental Department, Groveneur Hospital, New York, NY; Instructor, Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY; Who’s Who in Performing Arts

Patient Impact

“Improvement of a patient’s profile undergoing distraction osteogenesis. The patient’s social life and self-esteem improved.”

Personal Quote

“As my patient, you can expect personalized care with professionalism.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Shih’s favorite TV Show is “Grey’s Anatomy” and her favorite vacation spots are Hawaii and the Bahamas.

DDS

University of San Francisco; San Francisco, CA

Residency

Endodontics, University of California Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists, Sacramento Dental Society, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Kolber has been practicing dentistry since 2008. As a family man, his free time revolves around his wife and three children. Between flying remote control airplanes with his son, tea parties with his daughters, or the usual family outing for frozen yogurt, family time is always something he looks forward to. On any given weekend, the Kolber family enjoys bike riding, camping, or fishing at their favorite spots in Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, or along the California Coast.

Awards

American Association of Endodontics/Dentsply Presentation Award 2010 Annual Session, American Association of Endodontics Achievement Award

Volunteer Experience

Endodontics lecturer at University of California Los Angeles School of Dentistry

Personal Quote

“As a dental specialist, I take great pride in providing the highest quality endodontic care available. Additionally, I strive to treat every patient as if they are a family member or friend. I explain every procedure performed in a way that can be understood, and I ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. Every patient who sits in my chair can rest assured that they are receiving world-class endodontic therapy.”

RDH

San Joaquin Valley College, Visalia, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists Association

Personal Bio

In her spare time, Amy enjoys boating, fishing, swimming, and spending time with family and friends.

Personal Quote

“As my patient, you can expect me to be friendly and pleasant. I will deliver optimum care for your comfort and provide you with cutting edge information and treatment to obtain a healthy mouth and clean teeth.”