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About Dr. DiPonziano

Dr. John DiPonziano has been performing the surgical placement and prosthetic restoration of dental implants since the mid-eighties.

• Prior to attending dental school, Dr. DiPonziano was a full-time dental technician and earned Certified Dental Technician status, which he still maintains today. Dr. DiPonziano performs many of the implant laboratory procedures himself and is well versed in all aspects of the implant treatment picture – from the laboratory planning phase to surgery and prosthetic restoration.
• Dr. DiPonziano is a graduate of Temple University School of Dentistry in 1983
• He has also completed a three-year didactic and participatory program in Implantology at the University of Pennsylvania in 1988.

The following are a few of Dr. DiPonziano's additional degrees:

• Fellow and Diplomate of the International Congress of Oral ImplantologistsA credentialed member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry
• Fellow and Master of the Academy of General Dentistry
• Fellow of the American College of Dentists

The following are a few of Dr. DiPonziano's accomplishments:

• Dr. DiPonziano has served as President of the New Jersey Academy of General Dentistry in 2003.
• He has also chaired the National AGD Implantology Task Force, which formulated universal educational guidelines for implant training in 2009.
• Dr. DiPonziano has served as past Chair of Continuing Dental Education of the California Academy of General Dentistry
• In addition to his clinical practice, he teaches surgical and prosthetic implant dentistry throughout the country for several organizations such as Hiossen Implants, his Implant Continuum,
• Implant Study Club and in the past for Nobel Implants.

Jing Ye, DMD, MSD, is a skilled endodontist practicing at Los Gatos Dental Specialists in Los Gatos, California.

Dr. Ye grew up in Broomall, Pennsylvania, and studied Business Administration/Accounting at Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She went on to earn her Dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania, where she graduated with double Honors in Community Health and Medically Complex Clinic. After graduation, she pursued advanced training with a General Practice Residency at Kings' County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. She moved to the Bay Area afterward and practiced as a general dentist in Walnut Creek, California.

Through providing comprehensive dentistry, she discovered her passion for Endodontics and moved back to the East Coast to complete her advanced endodontic education with a Masters of Science Degree at the Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. During her training there, she volunteered at Missions of Mercy dental trips around rural Virginia and presented her research at the American Association of Endodontists Annual Meeting.

Outside of endodontics, Dr. Ye's greatest passions include traveling, enjoying savory foods, working out, and spending quality time with her husband, family, and friends.

Dr. Wenli Loo is a general and cosmetic dentist in San Francisco and San Ramon, CA. Dr. Loo has been practicing dentistry for 20 years. She completed her dental education at the New York University School of Dentistry in 2002. She continued her studies by completing a residency at the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital. Dr.Loo keeps current with the latest technology and finds continuing education very important. She has taken numerous advance education courses at The Dawson Academy, The Misch Implant Institute and the American Academy of Clear Aligners.

She is currently a member of:

• American Dental Association (ADA)
• California Dental Association (CDA)
• San Francisco Dental Society (SFDS)
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
• Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)

When Dr.Loo is not at her practices, she devotes herself to being a mom and loves spending time with her family.

Magdalena Azzarelli, DDS, is an experienced cosmetic and family dentist at Hillsdale Dental Care in San Jose, California. Dr. Azzarelli has been practicing at Hillsdale Dental Care since 1997, providing her community with high-quality, patient-centered care.

Dr. Azzarelli received her dental degree from the Medical University of Silesia in Poland in 1994. Upon relocating to California, Dr. Azzarelli successfully completed the California State Dental Licensure examinations. She is highly skilled in endodontics, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, as well as all aspects of general dentistry. Dr. Azzarelli is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and the Santa Clara County Dental Society. She is also part of Biomet's Synergy Implant Study Club.

A strong believer in patient education, Dr. Azzarelli spends extra time with her patients and thoroughly explains their treatment options. She is patient and understanding, and puts her clients at ease with her gentle approach.

When not practicing dentistry, Dr. Azzarelli enjoys gardening, gourmet cooking, and traveling with her husband, Peter, and their son, Ian. Dr. Azzarelli is passionate about Animal Rescue. She owns 2 rescue pets herself, her dog, Snowy and cat, Maurice.

Roge Jacob, DDS, is a skilled family and cosmetic dentist who has been providing quality dental care since 1994. Dr. Jacob currently serves patients at Hillsdale Dental Care in San Jose, California. 

Dr. Jacob grew up in suburban Chicago, Illinois. He completed his pre-dental degree requirements at San Jose State University and received his dental degree from Northwestern University in Chicago.

Patients recognize Dr. Jacob for his outstanding patient care. He provides high-quality restorative, cosmetic, and preventive dentistry services in a relaxing and comfortable environment. Dr. Jacob continually enhances his skills through continuing education classes and the most recent advances in dentistry. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the Santa Clara Dental Association.

Dr. Jacob and his wife have two children, daughter, Olivia and son, Ilias. He also owns a 100-pound Bouvier named Niko. During his time away from the office, he enjoys mountain biking, playing drums and fly fishing. He has established an 82-gallon salt water reef tank with numerous invertebrates in our office.

After graduating from Leland High School in Almaden in 1975, he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Biochemistry at UC Davis. Dr. Syn received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University in Chicago in 1983. After practicing in the Lake Shore Area of Chicago and doing research with Northwestern Medical School in the area of Dental Vaccinations. He returned to San Jose, California to start his private practice in the neighborhood of his youth in 1984. Dr. Syn is an expert in the field of dental computer technology and has lectured and consulted in this field since 1983. He enjoys photography, videography, flyfishing, and computer science.

After graduating from Emerson High School in New Jersey, Dr. Gray received her B.S. degree in Biology from Fairleigh Dickensen University in New Jersey. She received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University in Chicago in 1982. She is a published researcher and worked at the American Dental Association research facility in Chicago. Dr Gray has attended years of continuing education in the area of Orthodontics and has had extensive training in General Practice orthodontics. She came to South San Jose in 1984 to start her private practice of general dentistry and general orthodontics. While in school she worked as a Medical Microbiology Technician for Northwestern Memorial Hospital. She enjoys sewing, scrapbooking, running, swimming and the outdoors.

Olga Belova, DDS, is a highly skilled and compassionate dentist. She provides the Bay Area community with exceptional dental care at Almaden Dental Associates, conveniently located in San Jose, California.

Dr. Belova earned her first dental degree from the University of Moscow Dental School in Moscow, Russia. After relocating to the United States, she earned a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. She spends a great deal of time in continuing education courses in order to stay current on all of the latest trends and developments in dental techniques and technologies.

Dr. Belova is incredibly passionate about dentistry. She’s an active member of the Santa Clara County Dental Society, where she spends many hours engaged in society-sponsored events and committees.

Dr. Belova is fluent in Russian. When she’s not working with patients, she enjoys spending time with her two beautiful daughters.

Mandi Chhina, DDS is a family and cosmetic dentist at Pinole Family Dental in Pinole, California. She provides a full scope of general and cosmetic dentistry services.

Dr. Mandi received her graduate degree from Sri Guru Ram Das Institute of Medical Sciences & Research in Amritsar, India in 2000. She's a fellow of the International Dental Implant Association and a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and other professional organizations.

Dr. Mandi strives to improve the oral health of every patient by encouraging them to participate in preventive care. She is honored and delighted to treat the men, women, and children of diverse backgrounds that live in this wonderful community.

When not caring for her patients, Dr. Mandi likes to practice meditation and create and cook new recipes. She is married to Dr. Marc Chhina -- also a dentist at Pinole Family Dental -- and they enjoy raising their two beautiful daughters.

Dr. Esfandiar Abadi, graduated from Azad University School of Dentistry in Tehran with a doctor of dental surgery. Dr. Abadi passed his California Board exams in 2003 and since then is passionately practicing dentistry in Northern California.

His love for the art of dentistry makes him continue his research and study in different areas of dentistry and make him familiar with the latest state of the art technologies in dental treatments offered by accredited institutions. He is one of the most sought after dentists because of his gentle touch while providing extended procedures i.e. Oral surgery, Dental implant and Orthodontics.

Because Marzieh Oghabian, DDS, understands that dental care is intricately connected to overall health and wellness, she strives to help each and every patient in her care reach and maintain optimal dental health. Through her practice at Bahia Dental Group, Dr. Oghabian is honored to be the dentist of choice for so many in and around Pittsburg, California.

Dr. Oghabian began her education with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California at Davis. She went on to earn her dental degree from Case Western University School of Dentistry in Cleveland.

While she was there, her dedication to academic and treatment excellence earned her Case Western’s Excellence in Prosthodontics award. She remained at Case Western to complete additional training in oral surgery.

Patient education is central to Dr. Oghabian’s practice. She takes the time to make a personal connection with each man, women, and child in her care and ensures patients have all the details they need to make an informed decision about their dental health.

Creating a positive impression of dental care is also important to Dr. Oghabian. She makes every effort to put patients at ease and deliver a comfortable, positive dental experience.

To learn more about Dr. Oghabian’s unique approach to dental health and wellness, schedule a time to sit down with her to discuss your specific set of treatment needs and goals. She is currently accepting new patients through her practice at Bahia Dental Group.