From patient care and staff support to his commitment to dental community education, Dr. Alfred Penhaskashi, or Dr. P., stands firm on his belief that health and wellness start with clear communication and compassionate patient care.
Educated at the California dynamic duo, UCLA (D.D.S. dental surgery degree) and USC (specialty degrees in periodontics and implantology), Dr. P. has been a professor, speaker, and alumni president. In addition, Dr Penhaskaski was involved with the Dental Society board as an active member and chair of the continuing education program. Plus, hes been a dental community innovator during the COVID-19 crisis by creating The Dental Hour with Dr. P plus The Hygiene Hour to inform, inspire, and support the dental community in its time of greatest need.
He maintains a private practice specializing in periodontics, periodontal laser therapy, periodontal plastic surgery and implant reconstructive surgery in the Encino area of Los Angeles. In addition, Dr. P.s continuous life pursuit is being a master clinician in his pursuit of excellence in oral surgery.
To balance patient care with personal care, Dr. P. enjoys spending time with his lovely wife, Tracy, and their three active sons, along with the family mascot Bailey, a rambunctious goldendoodle. Many weekends you may find him enjoying food, friends, and ice cream while dining in Manhattan Beach or reclining under a tree in Cambria reading one of his favorite books, The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown.
As a world traveler, Geraldine enjoys cooking, reading novels, and listening to podcasts on her walks. Her cherished weekends are filled with friends and family, featuring her 13-year-old shih tzu, Tiki.
For Yasmin, 2020 brought her the gift of joining Dr. P.s team. Of her time here, she says, I wish I had found his practice sooner. Dr. P. genuinely cares for his staff as well as all his patients, ultimately making my experience in the office an amazing one.
When Yasmin is away from the office, she likes to enjoy a good book, quiet time at home with her Boston Terrier fur baby, Ava, plus spending time with friends and family, cooking up new recipes, and looking into exciting places to travel to.
Just like the patients who come to Dr. P. for their dental treatment and new beginning, she too found her perfect practice knowing that every treatment she performed or assisted with became the start of improved health and wellness.
Just say YES is the attitude that has made Louise such an invaluable member of our team. From the summer of 2007 to today, Louise has just said YES to everything weve thrown at her! Beginning as a temporary on-call team member to today being one of Dr. P.s trusted surgical assistants, Louise brings a feeling of home and family in all her patient care.
She says of this experience, Patients in a dental chair are in a most vulnerable position so they will have their guards up. Getting their trust is challenging, but once you do, it is very fulfilling. Meeting different people with different stories from different walks of life gives one a broader perspective in life.
On a personal note, Margaret likes to travel, watch movies on the big screen with her boys, go bowling, or simply hang out with family or friends enjoying a good laugh while sharing fabulous food and wine.
Life is about balance, so you may see Maria either reading or doing watercolor painting in her off time. And one day soon, we may experience her love of jazz manifested into her playing the saxophone.
For Mary, dentistry is truly a family affair. From her grandfather and father to two uncles who are all dentists, you can say dental hygiene is in her genes. Hailing from Canada, Mary arrived in the states via Switzerland to teach dental hygiene at the University of Pennsylvania. There she met her husband Charlie and moved to California.
Dentistry is about legacy and family. Mary and Dr. P. share both of these core values as Mary easily transitions from dental hygienist to Mom, Grandma, and the master Girl Scout cookie salesperson with her four adorable grandchildren.
From Tehran University to West Los Angeles College, our dental hygienist Bahar started global and today is local. With over 11 years of service in multiple practices, Bahar brings her passion for this work to our practice through discovering her patients individual concerns, while also focusing on their education through providing critical information to help them achieve optimal oral health.
When not at the practice, Bahar loves hiking and watching movies with her son, Mason, and their 2-year-old cat, Snowi. Once we are able to get back together, learning salsa is on the top of her wish list!
For Erika, one can say dental hygiene is literally in her genes. From her grandfather, who apprenticed with a dentist; to her mother, a dental assistant; to her aunt, also a dental hygienist; Erika calls dentistry home.
Graduating from USC as a Registered Dental Hygienist, Erikas first dental practice position was in Germany. Now 20 years in her beloved career path, Erika enjoys helping and teaching her patients to care for their dental needs through customized care.
Dreams really do come true when your goal is to serve others! Graduating top in her class, plus receiving the Golden Scaler Award, Kristine has dedicated her career to helping patients. Shes helped patients ranging from advanced cases of gum disease, periodontology, all the way to special needs children in pediatric dentistryall to achieve healthy oral care.
Outside of her career, Kristine loves spending time with family, gardening, and cooking meals from her many travels. Her lifelong dream is to create or join a non-profit organization to use her dental hygiene knowledge and skills to help children in undeveloped countries.
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Rating 5.0 out of 5 based on 255 reviews
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a year ago
My first visit . I felt comfortable and less worried about the pain . Dr. Penhaskashi explained the process in detail . Staff and Dr . Penhaskashi are very accommodating and friendly. Also , I notice that they pay attention to infection control.
Igor Marder
a year ago
Dr. Penhaskashi and his staff provide great dental and periodontal care , and were able to put my dental phobia at rest.
Silvia Martinez
a year ago
Dr. P. saved my teeth. I am grateful I found him. All the staff has always been friendly and helpful!!!
Gregory Prestopino
a year ago
Always the best experience.
Andrew Perez
a year ago
Dr. P and his staff are very attentive to the needs of their patients. Thank you!
Michelle Lescout
a year ago
Always a very good experience the staff and service awesome !!!! Doctor Pe is the best caring , nice and fun always a plaisire to goe there
Cary Brown
a year ago
Dr. Penhaskashi, DDS is an excellent, caring periodontist, who heads an office that lives up to his high standards. The professional staff shows the same respect to each other at they show to the patients. My surgery was carefully explained, and as each step was performed, it was explained again. Since surgery, I have received two calls. One from Dr. P (that's how the staff refers to him) about six hours after surgery, asking, "How was I doing?" And the next day, from his assistant to see if I was having any problems. I was scheduled for a post-op visit in seven days. The surgical operatory is both an electronic marvels and remarkably comfortable. Great care is taken to keep pain to an absolute minimum. Electronically, large monitors display photographs, X-rays, and images from the in-house "CT" scanner. A GPS device assists in the accurate placement of implants. The dental chair is comfortable and, if preferred, the patient can wear a Sennheiser headset with your choice of music. The view from the surgical suites' windows, of the north San Fernando Valley, is impressive. A Covid mask is required. This elevator building is wheelchair accessible including bathrooms. The key is available at the reception desk. Hand sanitizers are available on each floor, at the elevator, and of course, in the doctor's office. Easy ADA compliant parking is available in a large lot. There is no additional charge for valet service.
laurie briggs
a year ago
Dr. Penhaskashi's office is the best! The staff is friendly, helpful and professional. Dr. P does excellent work and has a great attitude.! I recently had Dr. P correct 2 failed implants done by my regular dentist in an effort to save money. I learned the hard way that you get what you pay for. His experience pays for itself in the long run which shortens the recovery and completion time for the implants. My teeth are a challenge and Dr. P has proven himself to be up for the challenge! Take my word for it and go to the implant expert, Dr. Alfred Penhaskashi!
Madeleine Alphonse
a year ago
Great professional people and awesome job I am very happy and satisfied ....thank u Dr Penhaskashi
Tom Quance
a year ago
The staff here are truly amazing. As well as Dr. P
Victoria Morgan
a year ago
Love Dr. Penhaskashi and his staff!! Very professional and also very pleasant. I actually look forward to going to my appointments.
Avraham M
a year ago
I have had an amazing experience with Dr. Penhashkashi and his amazing staff The anesthesiologist was amazing. I had no fear and no worries it felt like I was in very very good hands. Now I have started the healing process and I'll definitely be back there to complete everything I need to do. Highly recommended very professional and super nice and top of the line facility Thank you guys for everything
Ann Storc
a year ago
Always great staff and service
Emad Bassali
2 years ago
I visited the office for my regular cleaning appointment, and as usual you get greeted by the wonderful smiling staff. On top of that, Dr. Penhaskashi comes & sit with me in the waiting room for few minutes chatting about life in general. What a great touch from him. Now, Erica my hygienist comes & escorts me to the room for my cleaning session. She is so professional and courteous . It's truly a pleasant place to be & getting your periodontal needs met by a fantastic & friendly staff. Thank you Dr. P & staff for your services.
Monica Sottile
2 years ago
Very professional great staff on time clean and sanitized.
Millie Cruz
2 years ago
Dr. Penhaskashi is the best periodontal surgeon I've experienced. I couldn't even feel the injections he gave me in my gums. He has an amazing technique that distracts the patient while he's injecting. He also has a fabulous personality and a way of obtaining the patients trust in his expertise. He has a special surgical and bone grafting technique that restores bone loss and with this technique he saved 4 of my teeth. I also needed implants for three areas that I had teeth pulled in the past. The implants went very smoothly and practically painless. His professional decorum is outstanding. I recommend him to all my friends and relatives. They all feel the same way about him. Also his entire staff is courteous, professional and kind. They all help you in any way they can. You feel very well taken care of in this office. May God Bless them all always.
Etta Martin
2 years ago
Fast, efficient, knowledgeable, extremely competent staff. I highly recommend this dentist!
Jose J. Cueva
2 years ago
I highly recommend Dr. Penhaskashi to everyone! Service is always great and thorough. I commute over 100 miles for the comfort and expertise provided by Dr P and his staff
James Levin
2 years ago
I would like to say that Christina did a very good job cleaning my teeth. She was thorough and explained how I could improve my oral health. Also, the office was careful about COVID-19 hygiene.
Patrick Duffy
2 years ago
This dentist provides incredible follow up to implants without charge and his initial work is as close to perfect as perfect gets.
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