Meet Our Doctors

At our community-focused practice, your comfort & satisfaction come first. We look forward to meeting you soon & developing a relationship with you to build the bridge toward long-term trust & successful dental care.

General Dentists

Jiyeon Park, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Park received her D.D.S. from the University of the Pacific (UOP), Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, CA.
• Completed the Certification of Preceptorship Program at the Prosthodontics Department of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).
• Has practiced since 1994.
• More than 20 Years: Dedicated & skilled dentist experienced in implants, Invisalign®, laminate veneers, prosthodontics, periodontics, general & family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, pediatric dentistry, periodontal deep cleaning, dentures, bridges, endodontic root canals & wisdom teeth extraction.
• Certificate of Implant Courses.
• Invisalign® & ClearCorrect™ Preferred Provider.
• Member of the American Dental Association (ADA), California Dental Association (CDA), & Santa Clara County Dental Society (SCCDS).

So-Yon Jang, DDS

General Dentist

• • Completed advanced education in general dentistry with UCSF & NYU Langone.
  • Aims to give patients a caring & gentle dental experience.
  • Dr. Jang received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry.
  • She is familiar with working with ethnically diverse population.
  • Certified in laser dentistry & Invisalign.
  • Member of the Santa Clara Dental Society (SCDS), California Dental Association (CDA), & American Dental Association (ADA).
  • Fluent in English & Korean

Saurabh Sharma, DDS

General Dentist

• • Dr. Sharma earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Iowa, College of Dentistry, & also holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from Manipal University in India.
  • He is a passionate dental practitioner who believes in a personalized, comprehensive approach & welcomes patients of all ages.
  • A member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), Academy of Osseointegration (AO), & California Dental Association (CDA), he believes that learning should never end. He continues to build on & expand his knowledge through continuing education.
  • Dr. Sharma lived in the Bay Area before dental school, & after completing his education in the Midwest, he came back. When not treating patients in the office, he enjoys hiking the Bay Area trails, trying different local restaurants & spending time with his family, including his niece & nephews.
  • Dr. Sharma is also fluent in Hindi & Punjabi.

Min Jeong (Katherine) Kim, DDS

General Dentist

• • Dr. Min Jeong Kim received her Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from Smith College.
  • She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from UC San Francisco.
  • She is certified in laser dentistry.
  • She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Francisco Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry & Xi Psi Phi International Dental Fraternity.
  • She has volunteered with Give Kids a Smile & homeless community members.
  • She is fluent in English & Korean.

Brian Thai, DDS

General Dentist

• • Dr. Thai received his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Santa Clara University.
  • He went on to earn his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry.
  • He is self-directed in patient care & values diligence and dedication.
  • Dr. Thai is proficient in Vietnamese.

Peter Ramos, DDS

General Dentist

• • Dr. Peter Ramos received his Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of the East College of Dentistry in the Philippines.
  • Volunteered in a number of dental missions in the Philippines to treat those who are in need & educate them in basic dental & oral health routines.
  • Received Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry.
  • Fluent in Tagalog.

Steve Deng, DDS

General Dentist

• • Dr. Steve Deng is a Bay Area native, growing up in the East Bay. He completed his undergraduate studies at UCLA & his dental degree at NYU College of Dentistry. Dr. Deng’s passion for dentistry stems back to when he was young & started assisting early on.
  • Dr. Deng’s mission is to provide comprehensive dental services to all patients in an environment that is safe, reassuringly pleasant & comfortable. He continuously seeks out training & professional development opportunities that allow him to remain skilled in new dental practices & knowledgeable in the latest technology being considered or used.
  • In his free time, Dr. Deng enjoys traveling, hiking around the Bay Area, eating yummy foods, snowboarding in the sierras & being a pug dad.

Niloofar (Neela) Mohammadi, DMD

General Dentist

• • Dr. Mohammadi received her Bachelor & Master of Science degrees in mechanical engineering.
  •  She completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Temple University with honors in oral surgery.
  • Dr. Mohammadi has participated in many research projects & has had extensive training in all aspects of dentistry. Her practice philosophy is based on a holistic & personal approach to treatment & she promotes oral health as a crucial aspect of general health. She is a member of the American Dental Association & the California Dental Association.
  •  She is fluent in Farsi.

Michelle Hahn, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Michelle Hahn received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry.
• She majored in biology as an undergraduate at the University of the Pacific.
• Dr. Hahn’s goal as a health provider is to listen & to understand the needs of her patients. She strives to educate her patients so they can make informed decisions regarding their oral health.
• Outside dentistry, she enjoys rock climbing & catching up on the latest anime

Neda Dragisic, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Neda grew up in Belgrade, Serbia, where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. After moving to the U.S., she pursued her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. She was awarded by the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry for outstanding achievement in the pursuit of excellence in the undergraduate study of esthetic dentistry.
• She is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry & the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
• Dr. Neda cares for her patients & always puts their needs first. She believes in continuous training & education that will allow her to provide her patients with excellent care.
• In her free time, Dr. Neda enjoys anything outdoors, including snowboarding, surfing, camping & backpacking.

Dr. Lina Eltahir, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Eltahir earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at San Francisco University, School of Dentistry.

Jessica Mehta, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Mehta earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry & went on to complete a General Practice Residency at the University of Washington. She is passionate about providing comprehensive care to all of her patients & strongly emphasizes the importance of good oral hygiene.
  In her free time, Dr. Mehta enjoys golfing, hiking, playing pickleball & spending time with family & friends. She is fluent in Hindi.

Aleena Akbar, DDS

General Dentist

Dr. Aleena Akbar is proud to serve & improve the oral health of the Sunnyvale community. She earned her Doctorate in Dental Surgery from New York University College of Dentistry. She then went on to complete a residency in advanced education in general dentistry in Maryland. Now on the West Coast, Dr. Akbar aims to provide the highest quality of comprehensive care for her patients, treating the person & not just the mouth.

When she’s not working, you can find her curled up knitting a blanket or reading a novel.

Bomi Cha, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Bomi Cha received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at New York University College of Dentistry.
• She then received her general residency practice training at One Brooklyn Health where she has obtained experience in prosthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery & restorative dentistry.
• She aims to deliver comprehensive care to her patients through effective communication & attentiveness to her patients’ needs.
• Dr. Cha is fluent in Korean.

Monika Naik, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Naik received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, India.
• She went on to earn her Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the UCSF School of Dentistry.
• Dr. Naik enjoys the small connections she makes each day with her patients & helping them in some way to lead a better life.
• She is proficient in English, Hindi, Kannada & Marathi.
• In her free time, she loves to hike & read books.

Endodontists

Fardad Tayebaty, DMD

Specialist in Endodontics

• Dr. Tayebaty graduated from Havard School of Dental Medicine with magna cum laude, high honors.
• He then completed his endodontics certification at New York University.
• Dr. Tayebaty has participated in research projects & has been a contributor to some published research papers in endodontics & maxillofacial dentistry.
• He has several years of experience & is a board eligible endodontist.
• In addition to his dental skills, he is also fluent in Farsi.

Periodontists

Jin Wan Kim, DDS

Specialist in Periodontics

• • Dr. Jin Wan Kim is a California native who is looking forward to serving patients in the Bay Area & helping them achieve a healthy smile.
  • Dr. Kim graduated with high honors in biomedical engineering from the University of California, Irvine (UCI) & worked as a junior specialist at Beckman Laser Institute. Dr. Kim then proceeded to pursue dentistry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). During his time at UCSF, Dr. Kim served in various organizations & outreach programs to promote dental health & education to residents of the Bay Area & beyond. He received numerous awards & commendations in publications for his service & research on CO2 lasers, & he was recognized for his clinical excellence & community service with the UCSF Clinton P. Ulrich Award.
  • After completing his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at UCSF, Dr. Kim received his certificate of periodontology at UCSF. He then earned a Master of Science degree in oral & craniofacial sciences while studying the benefits of platelet-rich-fibrin (PRF) & autologous fibrin glue (AFG). Throughout his education, he has received extensive training on gum disease treatment, bone & gum grafting procedures, dental implants, surgical support for orthodontic treatment & laser therapy.
  • In his free time, Dr. Kim enjoys spending time with his family, friends & his dogs Coco & Momo. He is an avid photographer who enjoys taking pictures while hiking & traveling.
  • Dr. Kim is a proud member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the Western Society of Periodontology, the California Society of Periodontology, the American Dental Association & the California Dental Association.

Orthodontists

Mona Bajestan, DDS, MS

Specialist in Orthodontics

• • Dr. Mona Bajestan received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of California San Francisco (UCSF), where she was elected to the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society.
  • She then earned her Orthodontic Specialty Certificate & master’s degree in Oral Health Science at the University of Michigan. She is also a diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
  • Dr. Bajestan is active in national professional organizations & stays current with recent research in orthodontics. She is an assistant clinical professor in the Division of Orthodontics, Department of Orofacial Science at UCSF.
  • She is also the director for orthognathic surgery cases at UCSF & has co-treated multiple surgical cases with oral surgeons. Her practice also emphasizes interdisciplinary treatments involving other dental & specialty providers.
  • Dr. Bajestan provides orthodontic treatment for both children & adults with Invisalign, lingual braces, clear braces & traditional braces. She is a certified provider for BRIUS, a type of lingual braces with an innovative & new approach in orthodontics treatment.
  • Her practice philosophy is shaped by the most current research in the field of orthodontics. She treats her patients with the highest standards of dentistry.
  • Dr. Bajestan ensures a comfortable & relaxed environment for her patients & adjusts her practice to her patients’ individual needs.

Gabrielle Wainwright, DDS, MSD

Specialist in Orthodontics

• • Dr. Gabrielle Wainwright received her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, where she was elected to the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society.
  • Dr. Wainwright went on to become a candidate for a Master of Science in Dentistry and Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry.
  • Dr. Wainwright earned her Bachelor of Science at the University of California, Berkeley, graduating summa cum laude.
  • Dr. Wainwright is experienced in providing orthodontic treatment for patients of all ages with traditional braces, clear braces, and Invisalign. She stays up to date on current technologies and strives to provide her patients with the highest level of clinical care.
  • She is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), California Dental Association (CDA), and American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).

Sydney Stoker, DMD, MSD

Specialist in Orthodontics

• Dr. Stoker grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah. She completed her undergraduate studies at Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa, where she played collegiate soccer while majoring in economics. She received her dental degree from Oregon Health & Science University & began her professional career as a general dentist.
• After practicing family dentistry for two years, she moved to Denver & completed her residency in orthodontics at the University of Colorado. A fellowship opportunity in craniofacial orthodontics at Stanford University prompted her & her husband to make the move to the Bay Area.
• Dr. Stoker is board certified & a Diplomat of the American Board of Orthodontics. She enjoys treating patients of all ages & helping them understand the best treatment option to achieve a healthy, beautiful & confident smile.
• Dr. Stoker is “stoked” to be living in the Bay Area. On weekends, you will find her headed to the mountains for hiking in the summer & skiing in the winter. Family is very important to her, so any evenings or weekends are spent with her nuclear or extended family. Together they love to cook, hike & walk with their dogs. She also enjoys house projects with her husband.

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons

Meredith Gomes, DDS

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Resident

• Dr. Meredith Gomes received her Bachelor of Science in biology, chemistry & studio art from Southern Connecticut State University.
• Completed her dental training at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, School of Dentistry, in May 2021.
• Completed the Senior Advanced Studies in Oral Surgery & was awarded the William H. Bell Award for Predoctoral Achievement in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
• Received the UMKC Dentistry Service Leader Recognition for her role in running the school’s free dental care clinic.
• Expects to complete her Medical Degree from UCSF in May 2024.
• Also fluent in Spanish & Portuguese & is learning French & Haitian Creole.

Devon Le, DDS

General Dentist

• Dr. Devon Le’s practice philosophy is rooted in patient-centric care. He believes in creating a welcoming & comfortable environment for his patients, where open communication & trust are paramount.
• Dr. Le received his Bachelor of Science in biology & Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees from the University of the Pacific. He went on to complete a General Practice Residency at the Houston Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He is also proficient in Vietnamese.
• His gentle chairside manner & empathetic approach have endeared him to patients of all ages, making dental visits a positive & anxiety-free experience.