Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA

BS

Biology, Cal Poly Pomona University, Pomona, CA

Personal Bio

Dr. Aldaz has been married to her wonderful husband since 1997 and is blessed with three beautiful daughters. When not busy practicing dentistry, she enjoys cooking and taking trips to the zoo and bookstore with her family.

Volunteer Experience

San Bernardino Pregnancy Counseling Center, Good Counsel Home in New York, humanitarian service for the poor

Personal Quote

“I am committed to providing compassionate, comfortable high quality dental care. My patients can expect not only a healthy smile but also my commitment to providing an esthetic outcome that will enhance their appearance and self esteem.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Aldaz’s favorite TV channel is The Food Network.

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

University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

BS

University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Orange County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Vala has been practicing dentistry for a few years. She has completed many continuing education courses in all aspects of dentistry. In her spare time, Dr. Vala enjoys spending time with her family & friends, reading, traveling and sports.

Personal Quote

"My patients can expect an excellent quality of care in a comfortable, friendly environment"

DDS

Loma Linda University School of Dentistry; Loma Linda, CA

BS

Biology, Pacific Union College; Angwin, CA

Credentials

Dental Board of California,; Academy of Laser Dentistry (laser therapy)

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Atiga-Toop is married with one dog, a Siberian husky. In her spare time, she enjoys baking, golf, snowboarding, and traveling. Her favorite vacation spots include Bora Bora, French Polynesia, and Isle de Capri, Italy.

Awards

California Dental Association (Third place, table clinic competition, 2009 award winning research – “Difference in Composite Bond Strength.”)

Personal Quote

“From start to finish, patients can expect integrated, comprehensive patient care in a warm, nurturing, and understanding environment. You can expect a dentist you can trust who will empathetically give you all your options with an honest and humble opinion. I only want to aid my patients in making intelligent decisions so that together we may fulfill their dental needs and ultimately improve their overall well-being. I am determined to make you a patient for life.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Atiga-Toop’s favorite TV shows are Modern Family, Glee, and American Idol.

MD

University of Texas, Houston, Texas

DDS

UCLA School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, California

BS

Biology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah

Professional Association

Fellow, American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery; American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association; American Medical Association; American Dental Association; California Dental Association; Orange County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Anderson is active in the education community. He enjoys teaching and has been an instructor for the American Heart Association's Advanced Cardiac Life Support course. He is also board certified in Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Anderson studied Mandarin Chinese and is fluent in the language.

Personal Favorites

Movie: Dr. Anderson is an avid skier and is a Certified Alpine Ski Instructor and Technician. He also enjoys reading, photography, and traveling in his free time. He is active in his church and volunteers frequently in a variety of community programs.

DDS

Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

MSD

Endodontics, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

BS

Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Tri-County Dental Society, American Association of Endodontists, Loma Linda Alumni Association, OKU Dental Honors Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Kim is married with three children. In his spare time, he enjoys tennis, classical music, and playing the violin.

Awards

Chancellor’s Award, Loma Linda University (2007); Student Achievement in Endodontics, American Association of Endodontics (2007); Dean’s List, Loma Linda University (2005-2007); SA Dean’s Scholarship Award, Loma Linda University (2007)

Volunteer Experience

Calimesa SDA Church, House of Decision (Beaumont, CA)

Personal Quote

“You can expect that I will listen to your issues first, and then come up with the best possible solutions and alternatives that are right for you. You can be sure that your care will be of the highest quality in as pain-free a manner as possible. You can also expect that I will listen to your questions following the procedure and give you direction on how to best care for yourself following treatment.”

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."

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, 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."

BS

Dental Hygiene; Loma Linda University; Loma Linda, CA

AA

Mount San Jacinto Junior College, San Jacinto, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists' Association, California Dental Hygienists' Association

Personal Bio

Jaclyn is married with two children and a dog named Marley.

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer - SAC Norton Dental Clinic & 29 Palms

Personal Quote

"I believe that the patient and I are a team working toward a beautiful healthy smile. I will explain all treatment options and work with the patient in deciding which treatment will be most beneficial to them."