Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

University of California, School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA

BS

University of California, Davis, CA

Professional Association

California Dental Association, American Dental Association, Santa Barbara Ventura County Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Johnson has been practicing dentistry for over 17 years. He is single, has a pet tarantula, and enjoys surfing, sailing, and diving.

Volunteer Experience

Served people in need in Cambodia

Personal Favorites

Dr. Johnson's favorite magazine is "National Geographic" and his two favorite films are "Fight Club" and "Legends of the Fall"

DMD

Washington University, St. Louis, MO

BS

Biology, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Santa Barbara/Ventura County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Guinn has been practicing dentistry since 1978. In his spare time, Dr. Guinn enjoys scuba diving, mountain biking, sailing and spending time with his daughter.

Volunteer Experience

Calvary Church; Volunteer at the Salvation Army Dental Clinic, Oxnard, CA

Personal Quote

"I want my patients to feel like they can trust me to deliver the most up-to-date, high quality dentistry in a caring, compassionate manner. I treat all my patients the way I would treat my family."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Guinn's favorite author is James Patterson, his favorite TV Shows are "24" and "Criminal Minds," and he enjoys vacationing in the Caribbean and California wine country.

DDS

New York University College of Dentistry; New York, NY

BS

Dental Surgery; Khalsa Dental College and Hospital; Punjab, India

Professional Association

American Dental Association. American Dental Education Association, American Student Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, California Dental Association, Santa Barbara Ventura County Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Saini is happily married and she has been practicing dentistry since 2002. She enjoys vacationing to Hawaii, watching cricket, and cooking.

Awards

Omicron Kappa Upsilon, National Honor Dental Society

Achievements

Honors – Oral surgery, Honors – Business Administration

Volunteer Experience

Red Hook Community; Brooklyn, NY; AASRA; India

Personal Quote

“Dentistry gives me the balance I strive for in my life. Nothing makes me happier than delivering quality and compassionate care. I will listen to your concerns, understand your needs, inform and educate you about your treatment options, and then provide the best and the most innovative individualized treatment possible.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Saini’s favorite book is Little Women, her favorite TV show is Law and Order Special Victims Unit, and her favorite movies are Sweet Home Alabama and Omkara.

DDS

University of California Los Angeles School of Dentistry; Los Angeles, CA

MD

University of California; Davis, CA

Specialty Certificate

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, University of California San Francisco; San Francisco, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Personal Bio

Dr. Yafai has been working in the dental industry since 2002. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his fiancée and playing sports such as tennis, racquetball, basketball, and weightlifting. Dr. Yafai is also an avid photographer, an enthusiastic techie, and enjoys all outdoor activities.

Awards

Cum laude (UCLA), top 5% (UCLA), Wall Scholarship for excellence in research and academics

Volunteer Experience

Multiple communities and hospitals for socioeconomically disadvantaged children and adults in California

Personal Quote

“First and foremost is patient care, and everything else is secondary. My goal is to provide uncompromising care, while still having the patient feel comfortable and confident. I believe this goal can be reached through open communication and active discussion.”

DDS

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA

Specialty Certificate

Endodontics; New York University, New York, NY

Professional Association

American Association of Endodontists, California Dental Association, American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Yadegar has been practicing dentistry since 2008. In his spare time, he enjoys soccer, basketball, football, cooking, traveling to new destinations, and spending time with his Doberman Pinscher.

Volunteer Experience

Dental services in underprivileged communities

Personal Quote

“Most patients have a negative connotation outlook on getting a root canal. Therefore, it is my goal to make sure that my patients are comfortable and pain-free during the root canal procedure.”

MS

Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration

Personal Bio

Dr. Tabandeh has been working in periodontics since 2004 and is married with 3 daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and reading.

Personal Quote

“I consider myself to be an enthusiastic, caring, and honest person. I treat all of my patients with exceptional care and strive to provide them with the highest quality of work.”

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 2000. 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."

AS

San Joaquin Valley College; Fresno, CA

BS

Pasadena Art Center; Pasadena, CA

Professional Association

American Cancer Society, Global Dental Relief, Global Vision International

Personal Bio

Ryan’s biggest strengths are communication, being empathetic to the needs of his patients, and being a driving force in proactive patient care. In his spare time he enjoys biking, Krav Maga, off-roading, wine tasting, and spending time with his lovable Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy named Cairo.

Achievements

Voted most outgoing in class

Volunteer Experience

Rural Area Medical for Los Angeles

Personal Quote

"I realize how stressful coming to the dentist can be for anyone. That is why I put my patients' comforts and concerns first. I promise to always strive to provide the best and most informative care to each and every patient. My goal is to have a patient for life!"

Personal Favorites

Ryan‘s favorite books are The Alchemist, War and Peace, and any book by Wayne Dyer. His favorite TV shows are "Survivor" and "ABC Extreme Home Edition."