Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

BS

University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Delta Sigma Delta

Personal Quote

“My goal is to make patients feel as comfortable as possible and to have them trust me to do the best possible dentistry for them.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Nguyen’s favorite sport is football and his favorite sports leagues are the NFL and NBA.

DDS

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

BDS

Dental Medicine and Surgery, Ain Shams University; Cairo, Egypt

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. El Raheb has been practicing dentistry since 2003. When not in the dental office, she enjoys spending time outdoors, watching Arabic movies, and painting.

Volunteer Experience

Habitat for Humanity

Personal Quote

“My ultimate goal everyday is to use all the gifts that God gave me to make every patient a happy patient. I enjoy practicing dentistry; if I like something, I am fully dedicated to it.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. El Raheb’s favorite vacation spot is the Red Sea and she loves dogs.

DMD

Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Boston, MA

BS

University of California Riverside; Riverside, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry

Personal Bio

Dr. Luong has been practicing dentistry since 2005 and is married with one son. In his spare time, he enjoys recreational activities, camping, fishing, and off-roading.

Volunteer Experience

Church youth group

Personal Quote

“It is my priority to treat every patient with dignity and integrity. I strive to give all my patients the perfect patient experience and you can expect quality and personable dental care every time.”

DDS

Loma Linda University; Loma Linda, CA

BS

University of California, Irvine; Irvine, CA

Professional Association

California Dental Association, American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Khazaii-Tabari has two dogs named Lilly and Yasi and one cat named Coco. In her spare time, she enjoys working out at the gym and spending time with family.

Awards

Poster research presentation, “Oral Hygiene During Orthodontic Treatment,” Loma Linda University post-graduate intern, Summer 2010

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer at CareNow LA

Personal Quote

“I will provide exemplary patient focused care with optimal patient education based on individual cases. I will maintain a compassionate and trusting patient/dentist relationship while accomplishing the patient’s oral health goals using the best dental technology.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Khazaii-Tabari’s favorite movies are Kites; Crazy, Stupid, Love; and Limitless. Her favorite TV shows are Desperate Housewives and New Girl. Dr. Khazaii-Tabari’s favorite vacation spots are Jamaica, Dubai, and Tahiti.

DDS

New York University College of Dentistry; New York, NY

BA

Biology, State University of New York at Binghamton

Fellow

Endodontics, St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital and Columbia University; New York, NY

Professional Association

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

Personal Bio

Dr. Karpman has been working in the dental industry since 1979. He and his wife have three boys and one girl. In his spare time, Dr. Karpman enjoys snowboarding, weekends in the desert, watching his sons play baseball, and his daughter’s theater performances. He also likes to bike ride to the beach, run, and play tennis. He is also reacquainting himself with the guitar.

Awards

American Association of Endodontists Award (AAE) for Excellence in Endodontic Research, International College of Dentists Citation for Excellence in Journalism, New York State Regents Scholarship

Personal Quote

“My patients can expect to be cared for as I would care for a friend or family member. When I evaluate patient needs, I recommend the exact treatment I would choose for myself. I strive to have patients leave our care confident that the best efforts have been put forth on their behalf.”

MSD

University of Washington-Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, Seattle, WA

DDS

USC School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Pham has been practicing dentistry for 5 years. Proud new parents, Dr. Pham and his wife welcomed their second child to their family in 2011. He enjoys tennis, hiking, martial arts, music, movies, traveling, jogging, and cooking.

Volunteer Experience

Martial Arts Volunteer for World United Martial Arts Federation; Volunteer at Ayuda Dental Clinics to provide dental treatment to underprivileged children; Volunteer at The Children's Dental Center in Inglewood, CA to help out with orthodontic treatment; Volunteer of Rotary Club along with Ayuda Clinic to provide dental treatment to children of Belize

Personal Quote

"You can expect your treatment to be completed in a timely manner and performed in a fun and friendly environment."

Personal Favorites

Book: "The Lord of the Rings" & "Interview with a Vampire", Film: "Braveheart", TV Show: "Game of Thrones" & "Dexter"

DDS

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

BS

University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California

Professional Association

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

Personal Bio

Dr. Seim is married and has two children. He is an experienced oral surgeon as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Personal Quote

"When you come to visit me you can expect quality care in a relaxed environment. I look forward to seeing the satisfied smiles of my patients."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Seim enjoys being outdoors in his free time. He can be found playing golf, snow skiing, or water skiing when not in the office.

DDS

UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, California

BS

University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

Professional Association

American Academy in Periodontology, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Orange County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Miao believes his biggest strengths are that he is kind and honest. He enjoys creating things with his hands, and his favorite hobby is home improvement.

Personal Quote

"I have always put the patient’s best interests forward. During the initial consultation, the patient can be rest assured that I will listen sincerely and try to address his or her concerns. I will develop a treatment that will address the referring dentist concerns and the patient’s chief complaint. I will explain every step of the process to restoring the dental health of the patient’s gum tissue and bone levels."

AS

San Joaquin Valley College, Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Brianne has been working in the dental field since 2001. In her spare time she enjoys crossfit and spending time with her family and friends.

Personal Quote

"My patients can expect to have all of their questions and concerns addressed and will be offered the best care each and every time they are under my care."

Personal Favorites

Brianne’s favorite vacation spot is Lake Havasu.