Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

Dashmesh College of Dentistry, Faridkot, India

BS

Dashmesh Dental School, India

Personal Bio

Dr. Johal has been married since 2000 and together they have two sons. She enjoys vacationing in Hawaii and spending time with the family.

Patient Impact

"I did cosmetic treatment on one of my patients. When she saw the final results, she got emotional and started crying. She called back and said that her ex-husband said 'will you marry me again?'"

Personal Quote

"As my patient, you will enjoy a friendly, welcoming dental practice. A patient's care and needs are my utmost priority."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Johal's favorite film is "Remember the Titans" and her favorite TV Shows are "Friends" and "Survivor."

DMD

Boston University, Boston, MA

BS

University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico

Personal Bio

Dr. Diaz has been working in the dental industry since 1993. When not busy practicing dentistry, she enjoys reading, vacationing in warm, tropical places, and spending time with her husband, two children, and pet Boxer.

Volunteer Experience

Laguna Youth Baseball

DDS

University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry; Detroit, MI

Residency

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

Professional Association

California Dental Association, American Dental Association, National Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Paige enjoys cooking, fitness, and self-improvement. When not practicing dentistry, he enjoys football, basketball, and baseball; his favorite sports teams are Detroit Lions, Oakland Raiders, Detroit Tigers, and Michigan State Spartans.

Volunteer Experience

Give Kids A Smile, Student mentorship

Personal Quote

“My patients can expect to be treated as individuals. Exams are completed comprehensively, recommendations suggested with compassion, and treatment carried out with care. Ultimately, I aim to provide not only quality treatment, but an overall quality experience from beginning to end.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Paige’s favorite TV shows are Family Guy and he enjoys watching SportsCenter, the History Channel, and the Discovery Channel.

DDS

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

Professional Association

San Joaquin Dental Society, American Dental Association, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Gill has been practicing dentistry for over 2 years. She and her husband have been married for 5 years; together they have a child. She enjoys sight seeing, traveling, and cooking.

Personal Quote

"A patient can expect treatment that puts a smile on their face as they leave, encourages them to come back and also helps send their friends and family."

Personal Favorites

TV Show: "Friends"

DDS

University of Detroit; Mercy, MI

MA

Columbia University; New York City, NY

BS

Science, Punjabi University; Patiala, India

Professional Association

American Association of Orthodontics

Personal Bio

Dr. Heir has been in the dental industry since 1999. In her spare time, she enjoys beading, sewing, and swimming.

Awards

Academic Excellence (University of Detroit)

Personal Favorites

Dr. Heir’s favorite movies are Disney movies and she loves to visit Lake Tahoe.

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.”

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.”

RDH

University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry; San Francisco, CA

BS

Dental Hygiene, University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco, CA

Personal Bio

Hope has been practicing dentistry since 1996. She enjoys cooking – especially desserts, gardening, photography, scrapbooking, and spending time with her husband and two children.

Awards

Extraordinary Performance Gold Award 2007 for Dental Hygienists (Pacific Dental Services)

Personal Quote

“As a patient, you’ll be welcomed and appreciated. A gentle touch with quality care in conjunction with education and respecting your wants and needs is important. I hope to develop trust with my patients leading to a lifelong relationship with their dental care.”

RDH

Dental Hygiene, Sacramento City College; Sacramento, CA

Specialty Certificate

Accounting, Sheridan College; Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Personal Bio

Partima has been working in the dental industry since 1997. She enjoys watching romantic and action movies, CNN, and HGTV. Partima also enjoys traveling to tropical places and spending time with her husband and two daughters.

Awards

Award of Excellence (Sutter Memorial - for service)

Achievements

CA real estate license, certificate in accountancy assist

Volunteer Experience

Monthly donation for organization TPRF to feed the hungry

Personal Quote

”Being employed as a perio hygienist and working very closely with several periodontists for many years allows me to assess and provide accurate services with the highest quality to my patients with confidence and knowledge.”