Dr. Shiva Amanat was born and raised in Southern California. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Chapman University and continued on to receive her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences.
She discovered her passion for treating children while volunteering her time at CHOC Childrens Hospital of Orange County and for the nonprofit dental organization in Orange County. Her passion in general dentistry for children grew during her time in dental school, and she went on to complete an externship at South Bay Childrens Health Center Dental Clinic.
Dr. Amanat strives to create a dental environment that is both fun and nurturing for her patients and their families. One of her biggest priorities as your childs dentist is not only treating cavities, but also preventing them. During each dental visit she focuses on both patient and parent education as key components in preventing cavities, and is dedicated to helping fulfill your little ones healthy smile.
Dr. Andrew Elmasri was born and raised in Orange County, CA. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of California, Irvine. His love for the health profession attracted him to dentistry where he attended and graduated from Loma Linda University with honors in Implantology and Anesthesia. It was during dental school that he realized his passion for anesthesia, and so he continued training at Loma Linda to completed a post-doctorate residency in Dental Anesthesia.
During his residency, he received extensive training in cardiology, internal medicine, medical anesthesia, and dental anesthesia. His valuable training at Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital, Riverside County Regional Medical Center, and Loma Linda Veteran Affairs Hospital provided him with experience and proficiency in treating a wide range of patients with various medical backgrounds. In addition, he trained at Loma Linda Universitys Special Care Dentistry Center, which provided him with the valuable experience of dental anesthesia through treating patients as young as 12 months old and patients with a variety of special needs, including ADHD, Autism, Down Syndrome, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Developmental Delay, and more.
Dr. Elmasri is a member of the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists, American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, International Anesthesia Research Society, American Dental Association, and California Dental Association. He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
Klaudine is from Long Beach. She graduated from Concorde Career College Dental Assisting program in 2012 and then obtained her RDA License in 2015. She chose to pursue a career in the dental field because of her passion for people and enjoys educating them on the importance of oral health.