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For more than a decade, Dr. Marc Chhina has been treating patients at the Castro Valley, California offices of Creative Dimensions in Dentistry. He provides expert dental services, including teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures, and more.

Dr. Chhina received his doctor of dental surgery degree from New York University School of Dentistry in 1999. He served in the U.S. Navy as a Dental Officer for three years. He has extensive training in cosmetic, implant, and oral sedation dentistry. Dr. Chhina is a fellow in the International Dental Implant Association, and is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, DOCS Sedation, and Kois Institute.

Born and raised in the East Bay, he enjoys being part of the Creative Dimensions in Dentistry family where he has practiced since 2007. He is married to a dentist, and they have two wonderful daughters and a very playful Labrador.

You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Chhina by calling the practicing or by booking online today.

Dr. Charanbir Singh Dhillon was born and raised in Abbotsford, British Columbia. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of British Columbia before completing his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of Toronto.

Following dental school, Dr. Dhillon completed a year-long Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the University of California, San Francisco, where he worked closely with specialists and gained advanced experience in complex procedures. After residency, he returned to Canada to serve his hometown community, quickly earning a reputation for his patient-centered approach and clear, informative communication.

Detail-oriented and deeply committed to his craft, Dr. Dhillon stays current with the latest advancements in dentistry to ensure his patients receive high-quality, personalized care.

Outside the office, Dr. Dhillon is an avid adventurer who enjoys snowboarding, running, hockey, and hiking. He also has a passion for travel and loves discovering new places and cultures.

Sushma Balakrishna, DDS, is a native of Pleasanton, California, and always aspired to pursue a career in the healthcare field. Today, she leads her practice, Sunshine Dental, and offers exceptional aesthetic and implant dentistry services to her patients in San Ramon and Livermore, California.

Dr. Balakrishna earned her Masters in Public Health and worked at the prestigious Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. She then went on to pursue her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in Boston. Dr. Balakrishna is continually improving her knowledge with continuing education courses, all to provide the most advanced, effective, and conservative treatments possible to her patients.

With a personal interest in the wellbeing of her patients, Dr. Balakrishna takes the time to listen to each individual she treats. She believes that building trust and strong rapports are essential components of quality, patient-centered care. Dr. Balakrishna also takes great pride in educating her patients and encourages them to be advocates of their dental health. 

Outside of her practice, Dr. Balakrishna loves to spend time with her two daughters and her husband. She also enjoys hiking, making healthy meals, and exercising.

About Dr. Yu

Kara S. Yu, DMD, FICOI, FAGD, is a skilled general dentist who has been serving patients in the Bay Area and Tri-Valley Area communities since 2007. At Cedarwood Pleasanton Dentistry in Pleasanton, California, her patients appreciate the caring and gentle approach she has to dentistry.

Dr. Yu earned her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Physiology, and Behavior at the University of California at Davis. She then went on to obtain her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2007.  She graduated with highest honors in endodontics (root canal therapy) and took advanced honors courses in periodontics, endodontics, and pedodontics.

Widely respected by her peers in the field of dentistry, Dr. Yu is a Fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and reached the leverl of Master in the prestigious Academy of General Dentistry. Outside of general dentistry, she also excels in bone grafting and sinus lifts.

Dr. Yu is a kind, considerate, and gentle provider whose patients often turn to for full mouth reconstruction. With broad expertise, Dr. Yu can help restore and enhance smiles with dentures, crowns, or bridges. She’s certified with dental lasers, Invisalign®, Perio Protect® (advanced gum disease treatment) and implant therapy. Invisalign is actually one of her specialties. Dr. Yu has been a certified Invisalign provider for nearly a decade and has received Invisalign Advance Certification I and II. She also provides Botox® injections in-office and offers ERA-supported dentures to her patients.

But when she clocks out, her work isn’t done.

When she’s not in the office, Dr. Yu, who speaks English and Cantonese, often volunteers for the American Dental Association (ADA) at the Give Kids A Smile program where she treats underprivileged children and adults, providing services such as gum treatment and root canal therapy.  

About Dr. Ha

Tom Ha, DMD, FICOI, FAGD (in progress), is an experienced general dentist who has practiced in the Bay Area and Tri-Valley Area for over six years. At Cedarwood Pleasanton Dentistry in Pleasanton, California, he caters to a diverse clientele that lauds him as gentle, compassionate, and personable.

Dr. Ha graduated with a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, in 2008. There, he finished very near the top of his class receiving honors in oral maxillofacial surgery, endodontics, and pedodontics. Dr. Ha does an amazing job in wisdom teeth extractions, root canals and specializes in treating children.

Dr. Ha stays current on the most cutting edge techniques of dentistry. He is certified with dental lasers, Invisalign® and Perio Protect® (advanced gum disease treatment). Still, Dr. Ha continues to go above and beyond for his patients and is always working on additional credentials. Currently, he’s in the midst of his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry and is already a Fellow in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.

A key part of Dr. Ha’s approach to dentistry is working closely with his patients to discuss goals and achieve perfect smiles. His mission is to deliver high-quality dental work with a gentle touch so that his patients can maintain excellent oral health and enjoy the invaluable boost in self-confidence an ideal smile delivers.

Outside of the office, Dr. Ha, who is fluent in both English and Cantonese, enjoys spending his downtime relaxing with his family.

Chen Tsung Chang, DDS, is a highly skilled dentist with more than 20 years of experience caring for patients of all ages. Dr. Chang is delighted to now be providing first-class dental care and state-of-the-art facilities to patients in Hayward, California, at Hayward Dentistry.

Dr. Chang started his career at the Institute of Dental Medicine in Yangon, Burma (now the University of Dental Medicine, Myanmar), graduating with a degree in dentistry in 1996. He built on his qualifications by working in a variety of roles, where he gained considerable experience over the years, becoming an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of several dental health conditions.

Dr. Chang is passionate about educating his patients on the importance of taking good care of their teeth and gums. He works hard to ensure his office environment is warm and welcoming, and to establish relationships with his patients, with the hope of making a trip to the dentist not such a dreaded obligation.

Dr. Chang encourages all of his patients to come in for regular checkups and let him know as soon as they have a problem, so he can prevent oral health issues from causing pain and inconvenience whenever possible. All of Dr. Chang’s patients can be sure of the highest standards of care and expertise available at Hayward Dentistry.

Dr. Daniel B. Mendoza offers family-orientated, quality dentistry to residents of Redwood City, California. His love of the treatment side of dentistry has enabled him to serve the community for nearly 30 years at his practice, Daniel B. Mendoza & Associates. His proficiency in cosmetic dentistry is the reason for thousands of his patient’s beautiful smiles.

Before attending dental school, Dr. Mendoza graduated with honors from California State University in Fullerton. During his time in dental school, Dr. Mendoza served as a teacher’s aide.

In 1984, Dr. Mendoza graduated in the top 5% of his class at the University of California in San Francisco and became a member of the faculty. He’s been teaching and mentoring students for over 30 years. Dr. Mendoza teaches the art and science of dental morphology and occlusion, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry at UCSF’s Preventative and Restorative Dental Science department.

Dr. Mendoza also attained the position of Clinical Professor in the Department of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences and lectured extensively on topics related to fixed prosthetics. He presently holds an appointment at UCSF as a Full Professor, Step 5.

Dr. Mendoza is the course director for both the crown and bridge curriculum and the dental morphology curriculum for which he wrote the textbook. He also helped create several courses aimed at providing dental professionals with the technique and material updates required to maintain an active dental license.

He has been an active member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon dental honor society since his induction at graduation, and served as vice president in 2000 and president in 2001.

When he is not working, Dr. Mendoza loves to cycle, fly fish, and cook for his family.

Dr. Alok Arora, DMD, is excited to bring his passion for dentistry to his private practice, with office in Menlo Park, California, serving the residents of San Mateo County. Possessing a background in general and cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Arora is experienced in performing dental procedures gently and painlessly and will help you feel relaxed throughout your office visit.

He is committed to full transparency and mutual trust in his relationships with patients and patiently, thoroughly answers any questions or addresses any concerns. He is the founder and creator of a website-based “911 dental program” in Mumbai, India. This experience has taught him that dispensing good advice is one of the most valuable aspects of being a dentist.

A strong believer that learning is a lifelong process, Dr. Arora is constantly involved in continuing his professional education. He finds it very exciting that modern dentistry has made it possible for people to transform and restore their smiles with minimal discomfort and looks forward to seeing what the future will bring.

To stay informed and involved, he belongs to numerous professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the Indian Academy of Aesthetics and Cosmetic Dentistry.

After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in Philadelphia and completing a fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry, Dr. Arora made Northern California his home, completing an MBA in health care management at San Jose State University.

When not practicing dentistry, he enjoys spending time with his wife, watching sports, traveling, swimming, and trying new restaurants. He is proud to serve the greater San Mateo community at his practice.

Dr. Lucille Lam joined Archie Dental Group in 2011.  She is a 2010 graduate of University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, located in San Francisco. The curriculum ranged from prevention of cavities, to extractions and implants. She focuses care given to patients in a caring manner fully explaining all aspects of your care. Dr. Lam provides treatment for the young and elderly with dedication to the whole person approach. When she is not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family and pets. 

Thaddous Archie, DDS, is a caring and experienced family dentist at Archie Dental Group in Elk Grove, California. Dr. Archie has long served his community for over 40 years, delivering friendly and high-quality patient-centered care.

Dr. Archie completed his undergraduate studies at Sacramento State University in public health microbiology and clinical laboratory technology, and a minor in chemistry. He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery and Bachelor of Science in bio-dental materials at the University of California, San Francisco. 

Committed to being a leader in the field of dentistry, Dr. Archie previously served as the President of the Sacramento Chapter of the National Dental Association, and on the Board of Directors for the American Association of Dental Consultants. He is also a former examiner for the California State Board of Dental Examiners. Dr. Archie is a Certified Dental Consultant with the American Association of Dental Consultants and a principle at Arrin Consulting.

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.