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Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA
Biology from UCR, Riverside, CA
Dr. Watanabe has been practicing dentistry since 1990. He and his wife have been married since 1991; together they have 2 children and a tortoise.
"I referred a patient to her doctor and oral surgeon to evaluate a suspicious lesion on her x-ray. It looked like advanced periodontal disease. It turned out to be cancerous. She had 5 teeth and a portion of her mandible removed. Her daughter came in and thanked me for saving her mother's life."
Book: "War & Peace", Film: "Tombstone", TV Show: "CSI"
New York University College of Dentistry; New York, NY
University of California Irvine; Irvine, CA
American Dental Association
Dr. Vu has been practicing dentistry since 2003 and is married with one child.
“I will continually strive for excellence in myself and excellence for my patients. My goal is to keep your oral health perfect for life and to develop a life-long relationship.”
Loma Linda University; Loma Linda, CA
La Sierra University; Riverside, CA
American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Oh enjoys swimming, reading autobiographies, watching professional basketball, and spending time with his white English pit bull.
Dean’s list; Loma Linda University; Loma Linda, CA
Local and international mission trips with local church
“I treat my patient holistically as a person, not as a toothache. You can expect comprehensive dental planning that takes into consideration patients’ values. With each visit, my patients and I will build trust that will last for generations to come.”
Harvard School of Dental Medicine; Boston, MA
Duke University; Durham, NC
Diplomate of American Board of Orthodontics, American Dental Association, American Board of Orthodontics, American Association of Orthodontists
Dr. Lam has been working in the dental industry since 2003. In her spare time, she enjoys golf, tennis, running, and spending time with her yellow Labrador Retriever.
HPSC Louis J.P. Calisti Scholarship for Academic Excellence, Pierre Fauchard Scholarship for Outstanding Leadership
Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
Duke Alumni Association Partners-in-Education
“As an orthodontist, I am committed to exceeding the expectations of my patients. I like to ensure that their every question is answered and they are comfortable every step of the way. By taking the time to educate my patients about their diagnosis and treatment, it becomes a team effort and an enjoyable experience from start to finish.”
Loyola University, School of Dentistry, Chicago, IL
American Dental Association, Pacific Coast Dental Society of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists, California Dental Association, California Association of Orthodontists, Harbor Dental Society
Dr. Wong has been practicing dentistry for 17 years. He and his wife have been married for 18 years; together they have 3 children, ages 8, 10, and 14.
"I am a cancer/leukemia survivor."
Alfred Hitchcock's "North by Northwest"
Business Administration from Concordia University, Irvine, CA
Tim Eleinko has been in the dental field since 2005. He and his wife have been married since 1991; together they have 3 children and a Golden Lab.
"I am committed, helpful, and loyal."
Film: "Napoleon Dynamite", TV Show: "Magnum PI"
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