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Southern California native, James Beck, DDS, is a skilled and compassionate dentist who provides excellent dental care for the community of Glendale, California, at Alta Canyada Dental Group.

Dr. Beck has been working as a family and general dentist since 2012. He graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish, and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He stays up-to-date with all of the latest developments in his field by attending continuing education courses and seminars. 

Dr. Beck knew that he wanted to be a dentist as early as fourth grade. His dad, who was also a dentist, came to speak at Dr. Beck’s class, inspiring him to follow in his footsteps. He was fortunate enough to be able to practice with his dad for a few years before he retired.

Dr. Beck is drawn to dentistry because it enables him to help people and make them happy while getting to work with his hands. Since childhood, he’s been passionate about fixing things, whether it be toys, bikes, or cars. He enjoys getting the opportunity to make things work better, and he looks forward to making his patients’ dental experience warm, friendly, and enjoyable. 

Your Dentist in Gardena, CA - Stephen Hiroshige, DDS

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Stephen Hiroshige, DDS, is a skilled and compassionate dentist who’s proud to continue his father’s legacy at his general dentistry practice in Gardena, California. 

Dr. Hiroshige is a Southern California native who earned his dental degree in 1992 from the accelerated, six-year undergraduate/dental school program at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He joined his father’s practice immediately after graduating, where he’s continued to provide high-quality and affordable dental care to the residents of Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Gardena, and the surrounding communities. 

Dr. Hiroshige is always broadening and deepening his skillset by attending continuing education seminars. He’s completed advanced programs in Invisalign®, endodontics, and a variety of other specialty dental services. He also stays connected to the dental community through active memberships in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the Harbor Dental Society, and the Academy for Excellence in Dentistry. 

In his practice, Dr. Hiroshige stresses the importance of preventative care, and is dedicated to making his patients’ smiles functionally flawless and aesthetically stunning. He approaches all of his treatments with an unparalleled degree of compassion, creating a warm and friendly environment that relaxes even the most anxious patients. He also believes that everybody deserves a beautiful and healthy smile and puts that belief into practice by keeping his prices reasonable. 

Outside of the office, Dr. Hiroshige likes to spend time with his family. His wife, Grace, is also a dentist, and together they have three beautiful children. He also likes to golf, play tennis, coach soccer, and build model airplanes, and has spent 20 years teaching in the children’s ministry at Gardena Valley Baptist Church.

Dr. Weng-Hong Felix Peng, DDS, MPH, MBA, is a leading provider of state-of-the-art dental care for patients in Gardena, Torrance, Carson, and Compton, CA. His practice is built on a deep understanding of patients' healthcare needs as well as their concerns and anxieties, and he has established a reputation of being a skilled and compassionate dentist for patients of all ages. After studying at the Harvard School of Public Health, USC Marshall School of Business, and the National Taiwan University, Dr. Peng received his license to practice dentistry in California before establishing his practice in Gardena. Today, his commitment to continuing his education helps ensure his patients have access to the most advanced, effective and safest techniques for all types of dental care, including preventive, restorative and cosmetic procedures for better oral and overall health.

​Dr. Peng is committed to offering patients the individualized care they need to ensure the best possible outcomes. Every consultation appointment is designed so patients have plenty of time to ask questions and discuss concerns, and each plan of care is customized based on the patient's current and future dental care needs to help avoid the need for complicated and costly treatments later in life. From preventive care and cosmetic treatments to complex restorative treatments and emergency care, Dr. Peng is regarded as a top provider for Southern California patients of all ages, and he welcomes the opportunity to treat new patients and provide them with healthy teeth and gums and beautiful smiles to last a lifetime.

Juliet Ebrahimian, DDS, is an experienced dentist providing expert cosmetic dentistry services at Silverlake Smiles in the Silver Lake area of Los Angeles, California. 

Dr. Ebrahimian received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene and Doctor of Dental Surgery from the prestigious Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, California. 

Her academic and clinical excellence dedication placed her on the dean’s list for her entire education at USC. Dr. Ebrahimian studied restorative and aesthetic dentistry under the direction of internationally renowned faculty members, becoming skilled in all aspects of dentistry.

Dr. Ebrahimian continues to study modern and innovative dental procedures and practices, which she brings to patients at Silverlake Smiles. She ensures her patients have a relaxed and pleasant experience and tailors all treatments to their unique needs. 

Her strong background in dental hygiene and periodontics influences Dr. Ebrahimian’s passion for educating patients of all ages on preventive oral hygiene. She believes this is the key to long-lasting dental health.

Dr. Ebrahimian is an involved member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, and the California Dental Association. 

When she’s not treating patients, Dr. Ebrahimian enjoys spending time with friends and family and several outdoor activities. During the beautiful California summers, she loves traveling, hiking, exploring national parks, paddle boarding, roller-skating, and enjoying the beach. 

Fariba Assil, D.D.S. received her dental degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry. Patients love Dr. Assil’s kind and nurturing personality, and she never fails to make patients feel right at home.

College: University of California Berkeley, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Minor in Education

Dental School: University of California San Francisco, School of Dentistry

A co-founder of LA Dental Town, board-certified general dentist Margaret Wu, DDS, takes great pride in providing exceptional dental care to the East Los Angeles community through her private practice and in an academic capacity. Dr. Wu provides comprehensive dental care, including cosmetic dentistry makeovers, to patients of all ages in a relaxing, personalized atmosphere where patient comfort and satisfaction are top priorities.

Dr. Wu graduated from the University of California, Berkeley, with a bachelor’s degree in molecular and cellular biology and a minor in education. She then pursued her dental degree at the University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry. In addition to her board certification, Dr. Wu is a certified Invisalign® Premier Provider. She also maintains active memberships in the American Dental Association, the Chinese American Dental Association, and the San Gabriel Valley Dental Society.

In addition to providing the highest standard of dental services to her patients in East Los Angeles and the surrounding communities, Dr. Wu served as a volunteer faculty clinical instructor at UCLA, and she lectures at community organizations and local schools. She excels in general, family, and cosmetic dentistry, including crowns, bridges, dentures, and veneers, and strives to stay abreast of the latest technology and cutting-edge dental techniques. She was awarded “America’s Top Dentist” several years in a row.

When not caring for patients at LA Dental Town, Dr. Wu enjoys cooking, eating at new restaurants, and spending time with her husband and children.

Dr. Jason graduated from UCR with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. He then received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University in Arizona. He has been a great addition to the professional team working alongside his father, Dr. David. When Dr. Jason is not working, he enjoys going to the gym, playing basketball, soccer, and tennis.

Kathleen Aguilar, DDS, is a general dentist at Esthetic Partners Dental Group, serving patients in the Pico Rivera, California, office. Her goal as your dentist is to efficiently provide you with the highest standard of dental care and long-lasting dental solutions.

Dr. Aguilar earned her dental degree at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. Since 2016, she has had the opportunity to treat patients from the San Bernadino and Los Angeles counties. Having been born and raised in Los Angeles and now working in the area today, she has the privilege of serving in the community she grew up in. She has also had the privilege of treating patients in underserved communities both domestically (including Redlands, Indio, Pacoima) and internationally (including Fiji, Nicaragua). The intrinsic creativity of dentistry fascinates her, as does finding the balance between esthetics and function. Dentistry provides her the platform to educate and instill in people dental knowledge for preventive care. 

Dr. Aguilar loves working with patients of all ages and being challenged to think critically to reach a practical solution to their healthcare needs. In her day-to-day service as your general dentist, her goal is to efficiently provide you with the highest standard of dental care to reach a practical, definitive, long-term solution to your dental needs and desires.