Dr. Pickering brings both restorative dentistry experience and periodontal/implant training to Peninsula Periodontal Associates. Hegraduated first in his dental school class at UCSF School of Dentistry in 1977. He maintained a private general andrestorative dental practice in Belmont, California for 20 years.

During this time he taught in the division of restorative dentistry at UCSF for 15 years, and achieved associate clinical professor status. In 1996, Dr. Pickering returned to school to further his dental education as a resident in the periodontal/implant graduate residency program at the University of Washington in Seattle. He completed his residency program and masters research in 1999, and has been with Peninsula Periodontal Associates since then.

Dr. Pickering retains a teaching affiliation at the University of Washington, and lectures nationally and internationally on periodontics and implant dentistry. Heis a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, an achievement earned through written and oral examinations above and beyond becoming a periodontist.

He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration, and American and California Dental Associations, and has been elected to the American College of Dentists and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. Dr. Pickeringis also a past president of the San Mateo County Dental Society, past trustee of the California Dental Association, and past delegate to the House of the American Dental Association. He currently serves as director of the California Society of Periodontists, and is involved nationally on committees of the American Academy of Periodontology. He is proud of his affiliation with the Society for Comprehensive and Progressive Periodontics, which is made up of exceptional periodontists from around the country.

Dr. Pickering is extremely proud of his three grown daughters. He enjoys being a grandfather, spending quality time with his wife Janice, puttering around the backyard, playing guitar, singing, drawing, playing golf, lecturing, and of course being a part of Peninsula Periodontal Associates.

Dr. Bryan Pope left his Midwest roots to attend and graduate from Boston University School of Dentistry in 1996. After completing oneyear of a hospital-based residency, Dr. Pope opened a private practice focusedon providing the highest level of comprehensive dental care. While in private practice, Dr. Popes interest in and aptitude for periodontics and dental implants began to grow, and he made the difficult decision to leave private practice and pursue specialty training.

In 2001, Dr. Pope graduated from the periodontal/implant graduate residency program at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. While there, he earned his masters degree and completed several dental implant studies with some of the worlds leading clinical researchers. He received the California Society of Periodontists Research Award for his research ondental implants. Dr. Pope joined Peninsula Periodontal Associates in the summer of 2001.

Dr. Pope is a board-certified periodontist andan expert at the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease, as well as the reconstruction of lost teeththrough the use ofdental implants. He is involved in ongoing dental implant research and development of new technologies. Dr. Pope employs the latest in 3D imaging and CAD/CAM technologies to performprecise and predictable implant reconstruction. He lectures on these technologies and the superior outcomes they can provide.

Dr. Pope is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration, American and California Dental Associations, California Society of Periodontists, Western Society of Periodontology, Institute forDental Implant Awareness, Society of Contemporary and Progressive Periodontics, and San Mateo County Dental Society.

Dr. Brenda Lamb Lewis is a second generation periodontist. Born and raised in San Mateo, she is delighted to provide periodontal care to the San Mateo community. Following her undergraduate education at Georgetown University, Dr. Lewis earned her D.D.S. at the University of California, Los Angeles. She then completed a residency program in Periodontics and Dental Implant Surgery at the University of Washington in Seattle. She received a certificate in periodontics/implantology as well as a Masters in the Science of Dentistry for her research on implant surface technologies. After graduation, Dr. Lewis moved back to the Bay Area and joined Peninsula Periodontal Associates.

Dr. Lewis is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, which is the highest level of professional achievement in periodontics. Her expertise lies in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease in order to save teeth as well as her proficiency in replacing missing or hopeless teeth with dental implants. She ensures precise and predictable treatment by utilizing the latest in 3-D imaging and guided surgery technology. She continues to educate herself in the latest techniques and products by attending numerous advanced training classes every year and staying abreast of the recent research in her field. Dr. Lewis enjoys all aspects of periodontics including implants, sinus and ridge augmentation, soft tissue esthetic procedures and the treatment of periodontal disease. She takes great pleasure in treatment planning and collaborating with the restorative dentist to achieve the best results.

Dr. Lewis believes that skill and compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care. She recognizes that her patients are unique individuals who have placed a great deal of trust in her. She is dedicated to her patients utmost comfort and optimal oral health. Dr. Lewis recognizes that a lot of patients are anxious about visiting a periodontist and she makes every effort to assure a comfortable patient experience. She and her team provide a relaxed environment, take time to listen to their patients concerns and communicate clearly with them.

Dr. Lewis received the Award of Excellence from the American Student Dental Association, the Senior Student Award for outstanding academic, clinical and leadership skills from the American Association of Women Dentists, the California Dental Association Scholarship for her leadership contributions and was continuously on the Deans List throughout her education. She has also travelled to Malawi and Ethiopia to provide dental care for people in need.

Dr. Lewis greatest joy is her family. She is married to her college sweetheart, Gordon, and they have four children, Bryson, Delaney, Brooke and Cassidy. They enjoy spending time on mountains and lakes.

Lori grew up working at PPA, which inspired her to become a dental hygienist. She began workinghere in 1980, after earning her Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene. Lori appreciates working with a team that continually strivesfor excellence. She is passionate about providing optimal care to her patientsnot only clinically, but listening to their stories and being rewarded by the relationships that have developed. Lori has worked on dental teams in Mexico, New Guinea, and Malawi.

Peggy has been a registered dental hygienist and worked at PPA since 1985. Her 30 years of practice in a periodontal office gives her an abundance of knowledge and proficiency for our patients special needs. Peggy enjoys going to continuing education classes to stay up to date with new products, techniques, skills, and trends in the industry. Peggy prides herself on providing exceptional and compassionate individualized care to her patients.

Sarah returned to PPA in 2015 to join the hygiene team. Previously, she worked with us as our intern before attending dental hygiene school. She graduated in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene from UOPs Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. Sarah enjoys getting to know her patients and providing them with comprehensive hygiene care.