Meet the Highly Skilled Super Dentists Doctors and Crew
Ensuring Your Kids Grow Up With Healthy, Beautiful Smiles
Our Doctors and Crew
Highly Trained & Skilled Pediatric Dentists, Orthodontists, Teen, and Adult Dentistry.
The Super Dentists offer the highest level of specialized pediatric dental and orthodontic care to kids of all ages — even adults. Get to know our energetic and friendly group of pediatric dentists, led by Dr. Nazli Keri, orthodontists, led by Dr. Kami Hoss, and crew. Relax, feel safe and be confident you and your kids are getting the most advanced dental care available. We think it’s time you had fun at the dentist.
Founders & Practicing Dentists
Dr. Nazli Keri
The "Tooth Keri"
Dr. Nazli Keri
The "Tooth Keri"
Postdoctoral Residency: University of Southern California (USC)
DDS: USC School of Dentistry
Undergrad: Chemistry, University of California, Los Angeles
Faculty: Howard Healthcare Academy
Member: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego Dental Society
Achievements: Author, Lecturer, Instructor, Musician
Super Power: Healing and Flying
Superhero Name: The Tooth Keri
“I believe children are incredibly special as are their dental needs. That’s why, every day, I’m thankful to have found a career that combines my love for children with my passion to make a positive difference in their lives. As a pediatric dentist, I have the opportunity to provide a friendly and trusting environment where children feel comfortable early in their lives. In addition, parents learn how to help their kids have a lifetime of healthy smiles. I use positive, pleasant messages for children so that their experience at the dentist is fun and memorable. For me, there is nothing better than the satisfaction of seeing children and their parents leave my office with confident, wonderful smiles…and hearing them say, ‘We love you, Tooth Keri!” — Dr. Nazli Keri
Dr. Kami Hoss
Dr. HaveOneSuperSmile
Dr. Kami Hoss
Dr. HaveOneSuperSmile
Postdoctoral Residency: Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, University of Southern California (USC)
DDS: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Dentistry
Masters: Craniofacial Biology, USC
Undergrad: Chemistry, UCLA
Faculty: Howard Healthcare Academy, USC’s postgraduate orthodontic program
Member: Board of Counselors, UCLA School of Dentistry; Member, Forbes Business Council; Member, Newsweek Expert Forum; Member, American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego Dental Society
Recognition: 2020 Finalist, San Diego Business Journal CEO of the Year; 2020 Men of Influence, SD Metro Magazine.
Achievements: Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur, Instructor, Musician
Super Power: X-ray Vision
Superhero Name: Dr. HaveOneSuperSmile
Meet Our Super Dentists
Kendra Chandhoke, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Chris T Nguyen DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Debbie Kim, D.D.S.
General Dentist
Jason Cheung, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Ankur Gandhi, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Justine Manalastas, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Wendy Yang, DDS MS
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Olga Alvarado, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Nazafarin Javdan, DDS, MSD
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Avi Willis, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Afsoon Fazeli, DDS, MSD
Pediatric Dentist
Zenaida Elvira Cuisia, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Jessica Manske, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Soha Hemmat, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Leyla Meschi, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Alice Xu D.D.S
Pediatric Dentist
Vivien Lao, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Kendra Chandhoke, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Fellowship
D.M.D., 2015, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Dentistry,
DDS
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Dentistry
Undergrad
University of Portland
Member
AAPD, ADA, CDA, CSPD, WSPD, College of Diplomates American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Super Power
Magic
Special Talent
Former US Soccer U-23 Women’s National Team Player
I believe that every child deserves to have a beautiful, healthy smile and a positive dental experience. As your child's pediatric dentist, my goal is to provide the highest quality care in a compassionate and caring manner.
Dr. Chris T Nguyen DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Fellowship
DDS
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, Doctor Of Dental Surgery
Undergrad
University of California, San Diego (UCSD), Bachelor Of Science
Member
American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego Dental Society, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Super Power
Superhero Precision & Superhero Magic To Make Sugar Bugs and Cavities Disappear
Special Talent
Chef Extraordinaire & Lens Magician AKA Photographer
Introducing Dr. Chris: Your child's smile's best friend and Superhero Dentist. With a sprinkle of magic and a heart full of compassion, Dr. Chris transforms dental visits into joyful adventures. Using his Superpowers, he makes every visit a happy and fun experience.
Debbie Kim, D.D.S.
General Dentist
DDS
USC, School of Dentistry
Undergrad
UCLA
Member
American Dental Society, CA Dental Society, Korean American Dental Society
Super Power
I make sugar bugs disappear!
Special Talent
I’ve been playing golf for fun and competitively since I was 12 years old and played at the collegiate level.
“Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” – Albert Einstein
Jason Cheung, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, New York
DDS
Undergrad
University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry San Francisco, California
Member
AAPD, CSPD, ADA, CDA, SDCDS
Super Power
Super Speed
Special Talent
Super Dad
Smile to the world
Ankur Gandhi, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
Montefiore Medical Center for pediatric dental residency
DDS
UC San Francisco
Undergrad
UC San Diego
Member
AAPD, CSPD, ADA, CDA, SDCDS
Super Power
X-ray vision
Special Talent
Whistling while smiling
Once you know what failure feels like, determination chases success
Justine Manalastas, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
University of Rochester Eastman Institute for Oral Health (Peds)
DDS
Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine
Undergrad
University of California Santa Barbara
Member
AAPD, ADA
Super Power
hah no idea? Can you make one up for me?
Special Talent
same answer as above!
love working with the kiddos as I am a big kiddo at heart too!
Dr. Wendy Yang, DDS MS
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
University of California, San Francisco Pediatric Dentistry
DDS
University of Illinois Chicago, College of Dentistry
Undergrad
UCLA
Member
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, Western Society of Pediatric Dentistry
Super Power
peaking different languages
Special Talent
singing toddler songs
Do something you love with passion and intention -- and people will see it.
Dr. Olga Alvarado, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
Jacobi medical center
DDS
university of Pittsburgh dental medicine
Undergrad
New York University
Member
American board of pediatric dentistry, board certified. American dental association, California dental association
Super Power
.
Special Talent
.
Nazafarin Javdan, DDS, MSD
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Pediatric Dentistry and Community Outreach, The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Postdoctoral Residency
Pediatric Dentistry, Virginia Commonwealth University; General Practice Residency, Montefiore Medical Center
DDS
UCLA School of Dentistry
Undergrad
UCLA
Masters
Dental Sciences, VCU
Member
Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego Dental Society, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Super Power
Putting superbugs to sleep
Special Talent
Ambidextrous
Dr. Avi Willis, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Clinical Faculty
Temple Univ School of dental Medicine. 2019-2020
Pediatric residency: Temple University Hospital. Philadelphia, PA
General Practice residency: Jacoby Medical Center. Bronx, NY
DMD
Case Western Reserve School of Dental Medicine. Cleveland, OH
Graduate degree: *MASt; Physics of Medicine. Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge University.
Undergrad
HONS BSc Phys. University of St Andrews, Scotland.
Member
ABPD. COD. AAPD.
Super Power
a relaxed, calming, and alternative approach to pediatric dentistry
floss the teeth you want to keep :)
Afsoon Fazeli, DDS, MSD
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
Pediatric Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (UW)
DDS
UW school of Dentistry
Undergrad
UW
Member
American Academic of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego Dental Society
Super Power
Supersonic fast
Special Talent
princess crown expert
I’ve always loved working with children and my philosophy is to provide the best possible care in a comfortable and pleasant atmosphere. I am a strong proponent of dental disease prevention and believe in education as an important tool. I look forward to creating healthy and beautiful smiles for all the children.
Zenaida Elvira Cuisia, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
Pediatric Dentistry Fellow University of Maryland in Baltimore
DDS
Postgraduate Pediatric Dentistry Residency Louisiana State University School of Dentistry
Undergrad
University of the Philippines, Manila
Member
Board Certified Orthodontist, American Association of Orthodontist (AAO), California Dental Society (CDA), San Diego County Dental Society (SDCDS), Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (PCSO)
Super Power
Lightning Speed
Special Talent
.
Jessica Manske, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA Pediatric Dental Residency, Certificate
Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, NY General Practice Residency, Certificate
DDS
Marquette University School of Dentistry, Milwaukee, WI D.D.S., University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN
B.S., Biological Sciences
Undergrad
University of California – San Diego
Super Power
Super Smart
Special Talent
Dance
Have fun and enjoy life
Soha Hemmat, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Fellowship
New York University, College of Dentistry (NYUCD) New York, NY May 2016
Doctor of Dental Surgery
DDS
University of California San Diego (UCSD) San Diego, CA May 2011
Bachelor of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
San Diego Community College San Diego, CA May 2008
Associate in Arts Transfer Studies – High Honors
Super Power
Spreads love
Special Talent
Dance
Dance is the joy of movement and the heart of life
Dr. Leyla Meschi, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health Mesa, AZ
Doctorate of Dental Medicine
DDS
A.T. Still University School of Health Management Mesa, AZ
Certificate in Public Health Dental Emphasis
University of San Diego San Diego, CA B.A. in Psychology
Minoring in Biology and Chemistry
Super Power
Inspiration
Special Talent
Painting
Art is not what you see, but what you make of others see
Alice Xu D.D.S
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Fellowship
Bachelor of Science in Psychology. New York University, New York, NY. Pediatric Dental Residency. Maimonides Medical Center, New York NY General Practice Residency. Columbia – NY Presbyterian Hospital, New York NY
DDS
Columbia University College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY
Member
.
Super Power
Drawing smiles
Special Talent
Draw
To draw, you must close your eyes and sing
Vivien Lao, D.D.S.
Pediatric Dentist
Postdoctoral Residency
Pediatric Dentistry, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
DDS
UCLA School of Dentistry
Undergrad
UCLA
Member
Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego Dental Society, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Super Power
Teleportation
Special Talent
Super Mom-To-Be
Live each day as if it is your last.
Meet Our Orthodontists
Kevin Tran, D.M.D., M.S.
Orthodontist
Dr. Brittany Lee Koncz, DDS
Orthodontist
Laura Deyo D.D.S., M.S.
Orthodontist
George Abichaker, D.D.S., M.S.
Orthodontist
Virginia Kim D.D.S.
Orthodontist
Sarah Borghei D.D.S.
Orthodontist
Amir Shayesteh, DDS
Orthodontist
Kevin Tran, D.M.D., M.S.
Orthodontist
Postdoctoral Residency
University of Colorado Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
DDS
Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine – Glendale, AZ
Undergrad
University of California – San Diego
Member
Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, American Association of Orthodontists, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, California Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Society
Super Power
Fly
Special Talent
Sing
I strive to do everything I can to provide the best care to all of my patients. As a native of San Diego, I enjoy being a part of my hometown community and helping my patients achieve their dream smile.
Dr. Brittany Lee Koncz, DDS
Orthodontist
Postdoctoral Residency
Eastman Institute for Oral Health (Rochester, NY)
DDS
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine (Pittsburgh, PA)
Undergrad
Moravian College (Bethlehem, PA)
Member
American Association of Orthodontists, California Dental Association, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
Super Power
Smile sparker
Special Talent
Cupcake baker
Where there is a will, there is a way
Laura Deyo D.D.S., M.S.
Orthodontist
Undergraduate Studies
Riverside Community College
University of California Los Angeles – B.S. in Biochemistry
Graduate Studies
University of Southern California, School of Dentistry (USCSD) – D.D.S.
Orthodontic Studies
University of Southern California, School of Dentistry
Super Power
Brings the fun to all
Special Talent
Loves learning
Whatever you do, always give 100%
George Abichaker, D.D.S., M.S.
Orthodontist
Postdoctoral Residency
Advanced Orthodontics, University of Southern California (USC)
DDS
USC School of Dentistry
Undergrad
Business Administration, USC
Masters
Craniofacial Biology, USC
Certifications
Invisalign Elite Provider, TAD/Mini Screw Applications, Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics, AcceleDent Provider, Incognito Certified, Intra-oral Scanning and 3D Printing Orthodontics
Member
American Association of Orthodontists, California Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Board of Orthodontics, Los Angeles Dental Society
Super Power
Wire Bender
Special Talent
Geography Nerd
“Understanding that a great smile affects self-esteem, I was drawn to orthodontics as an avenue to make a positive difference in a person’s life. My goal is to ensure my patients receive excellent orthodontic care with the utmost attention to detail. I have been involved in developmental genetics research and been published in peer-reviewed journals multiple times, also winning multiple research awards. My passion for the latest developments and cutting-edge technology in orthodontics ensures that all the latest innovations are passed on to my patients.”
Virginia Kim D.D.S.
Orthodontist
Postdoctoral Residency
USC Strow School of Dentistry, Los Angeles
Craniofacial Biology MS,Certificate of Orthodontics
DDS
UCSF School of Dentistry, San Francisco
Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of Arizona, Tucson
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Biochemistry, Minor; Pre-Health Minor
Super Power
Light Speed Traveler
Special Talent
Sing
Laughter is gold for the heart
Sarah Borghei D.D.S.
Orthodontist
Postdoctoral Residency
Roseman University of Health Sciences, Henderson, NV 6/2020 Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Master of Business Administration
DDS
Roseman University of Health Sciences, Henderson, NV 5/2017 Internship Certificate in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Los Angeles, CA 5/2016 Doctor of Dental Surgery
University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA 5/2011 Bachelor of Science, General Biology
Super Power
Super Speed
Special Talent
Photography
Children are the center of our universe
Amir Shayesteh, DDS
Orthodontist
Postdoctoral Fellowship
UCLA
DDS
Seton Hill University Advanced Education in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Fall 2021 M.S. and Certificate in Orthodontics
University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
Super Power
Invention
Special Talent
Instrumental music
Music is the is the universal language of mankind
Meet Our Super Crew
Do you have any questions?
Billing question? Running late?
Need to reschedule? Booking an Ortho appt?
Scheduling treatment?
Our SUPER Agents will be happy to assist you.
Routine Exams and Cleanings?
New and Existing Pediatric & Parent Patients click here to schedule routine exams and cleanings online.
Billing question? Running late?
Need to reschedule? Booking an Ortho appt?
Scheduling treatment?
Our SUPER Agents will be happy to assist you.