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After receiving a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from UC Berkeley, Dr. Moayeri attended the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and graduated with a DDS degree in 1994. He has attended several continuing education courses to keep up with the latest advances in dental technology.

Dr. Moayeri is also an attorney and received his JD degree from Southwestern School of Law. Besides serving as an expert witness in court cases, he has lectured in legal aspects of dentistry.

He is an active member of the California Dental Association, American Dental Association, and American Bar Association.

On a personal level, he enjoys traveling, photography, and snow skiing, as well as being the favorite uncle to his five lovely nieces.

Maria Elena Tapia, DDS, strives to deliver top-quality dental services. At Dentistry by Design Palisades in Pacific Palisades, California, she seeks to make a positive impact on her patients' lives. Dr. Tapia knows that oral health plays a vital role in overall well-being and ensures that each patient receives the dental services they need for optimal health.

Dr. Tapia believes that honesty is essential for strong relationships between patients and providers. At her practice, she's always glad to answer questions and give detailed explanations. Dr. Tapia helps patients explore all their options for dental care. 

Each patient has unique dental needs and goals. That's why Dr. Tapia offers personalized treatment plans that help her patients achieve the smile of their dreams. No matter what kind of services or procedures are needed, Dr. Tapia helps patients make an educated decision about their care. 

Dr. Tapia graduated from dental school in Nicaragua. She later completed a postgraduate Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program through the UCLA School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Tapia is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Western Los Angeles Dental Society.

When she isn't helping patients achieve a brighter smile, Dr. Tapia enjoys spending time with her partner and two children.

Jennifer Wood, DDS, brings close to two decades of experience in general, preventive, and cosmetic dentistry to Westside Dentistry in Santa Monica, California, where she serves the men, women, and families of Los Angeles County. 

Dr. Wood was born and raised in Santa Monica. She began her professional education at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in biology. She subsequently enrolled at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2003. 

During her time at USC, Dr. Wood regularly served underprivileged communities in California’s Central Valley as well as in Belize, Costa Rica, and Mexico. This work didn’t go unnoticed either; upon graduation, Dr. Wood received the Humanitarian Award for her service.

Since entering private practice, Dr. Wood has worked to establish close relationships with her patients. She loves getting to know them and creating customized care plans that improve their quality of life. Whenever possible, Dr. Wood uses conservative methods of treatment firmly rooted in scientific evidence. She always presents patients with valuable information and a range of treatment options to maintain their oral health. 

Dr. Wood proudly holds membership in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists. At one point, she also served on the board of the West Coast Oral-Maxillofacial Study Club. 

When she isn’t augmenting her professional skills or meeting with patients, Dr. Wood enjoys spending time with her husband Jonathan and their two beautiful children. She also enjoys spending time at the beach and traveling.

Dr. Wood welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved oral health and brilliant smiles to schedule an appointment at Westside Dentistry today.

Charles C. Wood, DDS, brings more than 40 years of experience in general, family, and preventive dentistry to Westside Dentistry in Santa Monica, California, where he provides high-quality dental services to the men, women, and families of Los Angeles County. 

Dr. Wood began his professional pursuits at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery. 

During his career, Dr. Wood has held various positions, including chief of dentistry at Providence Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica. He’s also served for more than 20 years as a part-time faculty member at The USC School of Dentistry, teaching clinical dentistry with an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry. He’s received numerous awards for his dedication to his students and his work with underprivileged communities around the world. 

As a dentist, Dr. Wood works to provide quality care with compassion and gentleness. He loves spending one-on-one time with his patients and develops custom care plans based on their concerns and goals for treatment. 

Dr. Wood proudly holds membership in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Western Dental Society. He warmly welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved oral health to schedule an appointment at Westside Dentistry today. 

Arshjot Ahuja, DDS, FICOI, is a leading dentist at Fuller Smiles, with locations in Long Beach, Culver City, and Rancho Cucamonga, and one of Southern California’s most qualified dentists.

Dr. Ahuja grew up in Los Angeles, where he spent the bulk of his time at his father’s dental practice. After graduating from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California, with a bachelor’s degree, Dr. Ahuja followed in the footsteps of both his father and his older sister to become a dentist, receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco.

After dental school, Dr. Ahuja completed a general practice residency in New York City at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, where he received further education on trauma, sedation, and surgical procedures. He then completed a rigorous program in implant placement training at New York University. His education in implants continued when he was named the youngest fellow ever elected to the International Congress of Oral Implantology, an organization founded and run by the world’s foremost experts in dental implants.

Dr. Ahuja is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and almost a dozen other dental professional fellowships and associations. In addition to his education and fellowships, Dr. Ahuja has been named an Elite provider by Invisalign.

He is committed to staying up to date with the very latest in techniques and technology, ensuring that his patients get the best possible care.

When he’s not at the office, Dr. Ahuja enjoys a nice hike or game of soccer.

Expert dentist Goli Javaher, DDS, brings more than 15 years of experience in restorative and cosmetic dentistry to her Brentwood, Los Angeles, practice. 

Dr. Goli began her professional education at the University of California, Los Angeles, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in psychobiology. After completing her undergraduate degree, Dr. Goli remained at UCLA and earned her Doctor of Dental Science.

 After graduation, Dr. Goli completed a general practice residency at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, followed by several postgraduate courses in various fields of dentistry, including dental implants. Before entering private practice, Dr. Goli also completed a residency in comprehensive esthetic dentistry.

As a dentist, Dr. Goli focuses on patient comfort and keeping up to date on the latest advances in dentistry. People from all over Los Angeles County seek out Dr. Goli’s expertise because they know she provides the highest quality of care in the field. 

Dr. Goli loves spending one-on-one time with her patients, and is a compassionate listener to their goals and concerns. After completing a thorough exam, she develops a diagnosis and treatment plan, tailored to each patients’ individual needs.  

Dr. Goli is a proud member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Los Angeles Dental Society. She welcomes any man or woman seeking high-quality dental care in the Los Angeles area. 

Tricia Feist, DMD, is a caring, professional expert in dentistry at Santa Monica Bay Dental in Santa Monica, California. Her passion is to build relationships with her patients while helping them maintain their oral health and beautiful smiles.

Dr. Feist understands the importance of helping a patient build trust with their dental professional and gives them a caring, comfortable experience. She develops strong personal relationships with her patients, many of whom consider her a friend, in addition to their talented and effective dentist. In addition, she believes that maintaining oral health is one of the keys to a person’s overall mental and physical well-being.

Dr. Feist earned a Bachelor of Arts in Latin from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and a Doctor of Medical Dentistry (DMD) from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. In addition, she completed her residency at Denver Health Medical Center in Colorado, where she received advanced training in all aspects of general dentistry, emergency dentistry, and management of medically compromised patients.

To honor her passion for continuing education, she’s a faculty member for Spear Education, which provides innovative continuing education for dentists, in Scottsdale, Arizona.

She lives in the South Bay area of Los Angeles with her husband, James, and her two young children. She’s an avid baseball, hockey and Disneyland fan, and she enjoys watching movies, playing games, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

If you’re in the Los Angeles area and you’d like to meet with Dr. Feist for a consultation or service, call or book an online appointment today.

Brett Lent, DDS, provides the highest level of quality, professional dentistry for his patients at Santa Monica Bay Dental in Santa Monica, California. He stays on the cutting-edge of state-of-the-art technology with services such as CEREC® (chairside economical restoration of esthetic ceramics), same-day crown technology.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in cell and developmental biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) and a master’s in oral biology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

During his time at UCLA, he served as a research assistant in a study on chewing efficiency in denture wearers and implant patients at the West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Lent then graduated from the UCLA School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, California.

He continues his pursuit of excellence in dentistry through continuing education courses to stay current on advances in dentistry. 

Dr. Lent maintains his passion for teaching others as an active faculty member of Spear Education, which provides innovative continuing education for dentists in Scottsdale, Arizona. He’s also known for being involved with his community in local athletics and as a Boy Scout leader.

Dr. Lent enjoys an active lifestyle with his wife and two young children. Together, they like to travel, ski, snowboard, snorkel, walk their dogs, and appreciate great meals with close friends.

If you live in the Los Angeles area and you’d like to meet with Dr. Lent, call or book an online appointment today.