Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

University of Köln, Köln, Germany

BS

University of Köln, Köln, Germany

Professional Association

American Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, New York 9th District Dental Society, Santa Barbara Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Lambridis has been teaching dentistry at New York University and practicing since 1982, before moving to his beloved California. He loves to cook from local farmer’s markets, drink Californian wines, ride motorcycles all across the state and ski the Rockies.

Personal Quote

"I excel at understanding the individual needs of every patient. You will always receive the best possible care without compromise and you will be treated no different than a member of my family."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Lambridis’ favorite books are the Kurt Vonnegut novels and his favorite film is “The Magnificent Seven”.

DMD

University of Pittsburgh, School of Dental Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA

BS

CSU Northridge, Northridge, CA

Professional Association

American General Dentists

Personal Bio

Dr. Mar and her husband have been married since 2005, together they have 2 golden retrievers named Buddy and Daisy. She enjoys biking, swimming and hiking with her dogs.

DDS

Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC; Los Angeles, CA

BA

English; Westmont College; Santa Barbara, CA

Professional Association

Korean American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Coughlin is married and has one dog, a golden retriever/labrador mix. In her spare time, Dr. Coughlin enjoys hiking, jogging on the beach, drawing, and painting.

Awards

Dean’s list at USC – 2008 and 2011

Volunteer Experience

Mobile clinic – dental care for underserved communities, QueensCare – dental care for underserved communities

Personal Quote

“What you can expect from me as your dentist is caring and gentle treatment. I want my patients to feel comfortable and to feel confident that they are in caring hands. I love to connect with my patients and provide the best dental care that I am capable of providing. I am not happy unless my patient is happy.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Coughlin’s favorite TV shows are Dexter and The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.

DDS

University of California, Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA

BS

Professional Aeronautics; Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Daytona Beach, FL

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Western Los Angeles Dental Society

Personal Bio

When not busy practicing dentistry, you’ll find Dr. Astete up in the air enjoying his passion for flying.

Volunteer Experience

The Flying Samaritans, Give Kids A Smile

Personal Quote

“My primary focus is patient care and precision dentistry. I want my patient to be comfortable, feel confident, and have an enjoyable experience while seeing their dentist.”

DDS

University of the Pacific, School of Dentistry, San Francisco, CA

Specialty Certificate

Advanced Periodontics, Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA

Professional Association

American Academy of Periodontics, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, California Society of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration, International Congress of Oral Implantology, Tri-County Dental Society, Part-Time Faculty in the Department of Advanced Periodontics at Loma Linda University

Personal Quote

“My professional passion is helping people and providing quality solutions to my patient’s dental conditions. As a general dentist, I spent many years learning and developing the skills required to efficiently and predictably provide all forms of cosmetic and restorative care. I chose to pursue an advanced education in Periodontics and Implant Surgery because of “quality of life” changes I saw in my patients and the satisfaction of knowing I could make a real difference. As a specialist, I enjoy providing my patients with thorough evaluations and informative solutions, helping them decide what is ultimately in their individual best interest. I always strive to provide quality direction and comfortable care that my patients can count on and I can be proud of.”

DDS

University of Southern California School of Dentistry; Los Angeles, CA

Specialty Certificate

Pediatric Dentistry, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine; Boston, MA

Professional Association

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Student Dental Association, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Pedram grew up in Calabasas, CA and has been working in the dental industry since 2009. He is known for putting a smile on his patients’ faces with his playful sense of humor. In his spare time, Dr. Pedram loves to shoot hoops at the local YMCA as a coach of youth basketball. He is also a proud world traveler whose most recent trips include Argentina, Brazil, Italy, and Thailand.

Awards

Presenter Award, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Research Poster Competition (64th Annual Session, 2011)

Achievements

Psi Omega Dental Fraternity

Volunteer Experience

Massachusetts Dental Society Mobile Van, Chernobyl Children’s Project, The Children’s Dental Center, USC Mobile Dental Clinic, Queens-Care Dental Clinic, AYUDA Mobile Clinic, Union Rescue Mission Clinic, Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic, First Smiles Program, Give Kids a Smile Day, USCSD Doctors Out to Care, Youth Basketball (head coach)

Personal Favorites

Dr. Pedram’s favorite movie is Old School and he loves watching the TV shows Seinfeld, Modern Family, The Office, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Family Guy.

DDS

University of the Pacific, School of Dentistry, San Francisco, CA

Certificate in Periodontics

Advanced Education in Periodontics and Implant Dentistry, Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA

Professional Association

American Academy of Periodontics, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, California Periodontal Society, Tri-County Dental Society, American Academy of Osseointegration

Personal Bio

Dr. Soleiman has been practicing Periodontics and Implant Dentistry since 2000. He and his wife have 3 children. He enjoys basketball, working out, watching movies, and camping with his family.

Awards

TKO/OKU Dental Honor Society (1995-96), American Academy of Periodontology Award for Outstanding Achievement in Periodontists (1996)

Personal Quote

"As a specialist, I take great pride in my work. I am always in pursuit of perfection and never compromise the care of my patients. Each individual has different needs and it is my goal to provide tailor-made care to each person. I plan to make your visit with me as informative, pleasant and, most importantly, as painless as possible. That is why I offer multiple forms of sedation; such as Oral, Nitrous Oxide, and IV Sedation in order to make my patients as comfortable as possible."

DDS

Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry, Nashville, TN

BS

Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ

Certificate of Orthodontics

Jacksonville University, Jacksonville, Florida

Personal Bio

Dr. Woolridge enjoys volunteering with community & church based organizations. She and her husband Louis have been married since 2006. Her aesthetic eye for detail helps create beautiful smiles.

Patient Impact

"During my residency, I worked with a young girl newly immigrated from Russia. She was missing several anterior teeth. As head of a multidisciplinary team, we were able to reconstruct her smile."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Woolridge loves to read and travel.

DDS

University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

Certificate in Endodontics

New York University, New York, NY 2007

Professional Association

American Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists

Personal Bio

Dr. Khalili has been practicing dentistry since 1996. He has been married since 2001 and has one daughter named Nika, which means clear water and good and delicate in Persian. Dr. Khalili enjoys staying current with world news, watching international soccer matches, and playing tennis.

Patient Impact

"There have been many occasions in which my patients have been surprised at the end of the treatment for feeling no pain throughout the treatment."

Personal Quote

"I will try to be as gentle as possible with the shots. After that, I allow about ten minutes before I start the treatment. The majority of my patients feel no pain or discomfort throughout the treatment."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Khalili’s favorite TV show is "American Idol".

MS

Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, Academy of Osseointegration

Personal Bio

Dr. Tabandeh has been working in periodontics since 2004 and is married with 3 daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends and reading.

Personal Quote

“I consider myself to be an enthusiastic, caring, and honest person. I treat all of my patients with exceptional care and strive to provide them with the highest quality of work.”

AS

San Joaquin Valley College; Fresno, CA

BS

Pasadena Art Center; Pasadena, CA

Professional Association

American Cancer Society, Global Dental Relief, Global Vision International

Personal Bio

Ryan’s biggest strengths are communication, being empathetic to the needs of his patients, and being a driving force in proactive patient care. In his spare time he enjoys biking, Krav Maga, off-roading, wine tasting, and spending time with his lovable Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy named Cairo.

Achievements

Voted most outgoing in class

Volunteer Experience

Rural Area Medical for Los Angeles

Personal Quote

"I realize how stressful coming to the dentist can be for anyone. That is why I put my patients' comforts and concerns first. I promise to always strive to provide the best and most informative care to each and every patient. My goal is to have a patient for life!"

Personal Favorites

Ryan‘s favorite books are The Alchemist, War and Peace, and any book by Wayne Dyer. His favorite TV shows are "Survivor" and "ABC Extreme Home Edition."

RDH

Oxnard College, Oxnard, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists Association

Personal Bio

Jackie has been a Dental Hygienist since 2008. She has been married since 2005 and her husband is a Dental Hygienist student. Together they have two daugthers, Maya and Vivienne, and a 10 month old son, Andres IV. She enjoys cooking and loves to vacation in the Riviera Maya.

Achievements

Outstanding Leadership Award

Volunteer Experience

Free Clinic of Simi Valley Dental Program

Patient Impact

"During one of my oral cancer screenings, I found a lesion on one of my patients left lateral boarder of his tongue. The doctor referred him out for a biopsy which we later found out to be cancerous. He is recovering and doing well from his surgery."

Personal Quote

"As your dental hygienist, I will give you the best treatment to bring your oral health to optimum standards. I will be gentle and will deliver the best of my abilities."

Personal Favorites

Jackie's favorite movies are Forest Gump and The Notebook. She also loves watching her favorite TV show CSI.