Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA

BS

Psychobiology from Loma Linda University, Riverside, CA

Professional Association

California Dental Association, American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Watanabe has been practicing dentistry since 1992. She and her husband have been married since 1993; together they have 2 children.

Patient Impact

"I prepped 12 teeth on a patient and at the delivery, the patient said to me, 'I feel like I have been on Extreme Makeover!' She was extremely happy."

Personal Quote

"As a patient of mine, you can expect the best quality of care. From my front desk to my own personal assistants, you will be offered the best dentistry possible in a comfortable environment. Lastly, you will be treated as if you were family."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Watanabe’s TV show is “Amazing Race,” which she hopes to be on one day. She enjoys all sports, especially basketball and the Lakers. She also loves vacationing to Maui and anywhere tropical.

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."

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".

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."

AS

Riverside Community College; Moreno Valley, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists’ Association, California Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Nichole has been practicing dentistry since 2009. In her spare time, she enjoys taking her dogs, Buddy and Shiloh, to the beach.

Volunteer Experience

Give Kids A Smile, volunteer at the Ramona Animal Shelter

Personal Quote

“I believe that through education and care I can help my patients reach optimal health and experience a better quality of life. Working on helping people smile every day is the best job anyone could hope for.”

Personal Favorites

Nichole’s favorite books to read are history, snowboarding, yoga, cycling, and rock climbing. She also enjoys watching football and soccer, Chelsea Lately and HBO programs.

AS

Dental Hygiene, Cerritos College; Norwalk, CA

BS

Biology, Loyola Marymount University; Los Angeles, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Diana is married with two children and has been practicing hygiene since 2002. In her spare time, she enjoys eating fusion cuisine, snorkeling, running, and playing Angry Birds. Her favorite vacation spots are Hawaii and Hong Kong.

Personal Quote

“Creating healthy, beautiful smiles is a passion that I take immense pride in. It is genuinely rewarding to treat patients with clinical excellence and a gentle touch. Every day I look forward to establishing new friendships, not just patients.”

Personal Favorites

Diana’s favorite books are In Her Shoes and Memoirs of a Geisha. Her favorite TV shows are Desperate Housewives, Entourage, Unsolved Mysteries, and The Office. Her favorite movies are Gone With The Wind and Love Actually.