I come from a family of dentists, yet I didnt have the best of teeth and went through a fair share of problems and procedures. Since then, I have tried to make getting dental care comfortable, simple, and as gentle as possible.
After graduating from high school in Santa Maria I attended NYU and did a surgical-oriented residency in Long Island, NY. After I got tired of shoveling snow in New York, I decided to return to the Central Coast in 2011. I enjoy spending time with my wife Samantha and chasing after our 3 children.
My clinical focus and continuous education has been on reconstruction and implant surgeries, as a chicken wings enthusiast I love being able to give back the gift of chewing and enjoying food to my patients.
I am originally from Boston and graduated from Georgetown University in Washington DC. I have been in Santa Maria since 1978. I have always had a passion for cosmetic dentistry and strive to deliver beautiful smiles without shots and without grinding down teeth.
I grew up in Calimesa, CA and attended college at UCLA. From there I attended dental school at Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health, completing my doctorate in 2010 as well as a Masters of Public Health at the same time. After that I worked as a public health dentist serving the communities of the Central Coast of California for 10 years. Ive also had the privilege of participating in various dental mission trips helping communities throughout Central and South America. In 2020 I relocated to Orcutt, CA with my beautiful wife Aleea. We have 4 kids (ages 2, 4, 6, 24!) and enjoy going to the beach, exploring new parks, and managing toddler fits :) I almost became a pro soccer player and still compete. I used to be in a breakdance crew.
I enjoy dentistry because it allows me to meet new people each day and help them along the way. I enjoy giving my patients the knowledge and tools they need to have a healthy smile for the rest of their lives. I understand getting dental work done can be a scary experience and I try my best to make each patient feel comfortable and in control throughout the procedure. Thanks for allowing me to help you with your oral health needs. Its an honor and a privilege to serve.
Im a graduate of the University of Buffalo School of Dentistry in New York. I have been in Santa Maria California since 1997 and have been practicing in town for almost 20 years at a location close to St. Marys Church. I try to make dentistry as relaxed and gentle as possible. I really enjoy travelling and taking a lot of photos.