Skill and compassion go hand in hand when providing exceptional patient care. As dental professionals, we stay up to date on the latest advancements in dentistry in order to provide the most current treatment options for our patients. We recognize that our patients are unique individuals who have placed a great deal of trust in us and our team. That is just one reason why we value each and every patient relationship.

We sincerely appreciate the time you have taken to visit this site and find out more about our dental practice, our team, and the many services we can provide to help you achieve optimum oral health.'

Dr. Farid Azhar grew up in Southern California, the oldest of three children. Dr. Azhar attended California State University-Northridge, where he obtained his bachelors degree and attended the University of Southern California (USC) School of Dentistry for his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. During dental school Dr. Azhar was involved in community health programs such as directing the USC mobile clinic and volunteering in health fairs. After graduation, Dr. Azhar continued at USC as a part time professor. During the past twenty years of his dental career, he has been involved with endodontics, oral surgery and pediatric dentistry as well as general dentistry.

Dr. Azhars strength lies in the attention and detail he applies to his work. His commitment to his patients is exemplified in his meticulousness about the intricacies that separate good dentistry from excellent dentistry. Dr. Azhar does not limit himself to the typical parameters of a dental visit. He understands that there are circumstances that will take multiple chair visits to complete something to perfection, and strives to ensure that your office visit is satisfactory. Dr. Azhar does not finalize a treatment until the procedure is completed to perfection. Just ask any of the patients he has treated, they will say that the detail he puts into his dental artistry is what sets him apart from the rest.

Dr. Azhar is married to his wife, Rina and has a 9 year old son, Rayan, and 6 year old daughter, Fara. On the weekends, you can often find him on the sidelines cheering his children at their soccer games or watching ESPN.

Dr. Valdez, the second youngest of 8 children, was born and raised in Southern California. He graduated from the University of California atSan Francisco, where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association and the Santa Barbara-Ventura County Dental Association. Dr. Valdez is active in the Dental Health Education Committee and the Peer Review Committee for his local dental society.

Dr. Valdez is active in the community. He volunteered his time and services in the Oxnard School District by providing dental screenings to localelementary and middle-school students. In addition, he volunteered at theOxnard Salvation Army Clinic, and the Juvenile Justice Facility where he provided free dental service to incarcerated youth.

As a result of all of his volunteer work over the past several years,Dr. Valdez was selected as the Santa Barbara-Ventura Counties Dental Care Foundation's Volunteer Dentist of the Year Award for 2015!

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Valdez enjoys listening to music and being outdoors. His main hobbies are golfing, listening to his extensive music collection, gardening, and walking the dogs. His favorite sports team is the Los Angeles Lakers.Dr. Valdez is fluent in Spanish as are several staff members.

A standard of excellence in personalized dental care enables us to provide the quality dental services our patients deserve. We provide comprehensive treatment planning and use restorative and cosmetic dentistry to achieve your optimal dental health. Should a dental emergency occur, we make every effort to see and care for you as soon as possible.

As a dental practice, we are true believers that preventive care and education are the keys to optimal dental health. We strive to provide dental health care as opposed to disease care. Thats why we focus on thorough exams checking the overall health of your teeth and gums, performing oral cancer exams, and taking x-rays when necessary. We also know that routine cleanings, flossing, sealants, and fluoride are all helpful in preventing dental disease. Not only are we focused on the beauty of your smile, were also concerned about your health. A review of your medical history can help us stay informed of your overall health, any new medications, and any illnesses that may impact your dental health.

Infection control in our office is also very important to us. To protect our patients and ourselves, we strictly maintain sterilization and cross contamination processes using standards recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and the Center for Disease Control (CDC).

As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about their dental visits, and how we can make a difference in providing a relaxing and positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible.