The people behind your care
Your Care Team
Meet the people who guide your care, answer your questions, coordinate each visit, and support the systems that keep our practice connected.
Our Dentists
Maxwell M. Nazari, DDS, MS
Prosthodontist & Fellowship-Trained Oral Surgeon
Nazari has practiced dentistry since 1991. He completed a three-year prosthodontics residency at Loma Linda University, followed by an implant surgery fellowship focused on implant placement, bone grafting, and soft-tissue management. He also earned a Master of Science from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry.
His philosophy is built on trusting relationships: listening carefully, understanding what matters to each patient, and pairing advanced care with an unhurried, reassuring approach. Outside the office, he enjoys exercise, travel, and time with his family.
- Implant surgery and restoration
- Restorative dentistry
- Complex smile rehabilitation
- Full-mouth reconstruction
- Bone grafting and soft-tissue management
Rachel Lim, DMD
Board-Certified Endodontist
Lim earned her DMD with honors from Western University of Health Sciences and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon dental honor society. She completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of the Pacific and practiced general dentistry for five years.
She then completed her specialty certificate in Endodontics at Columbia University and became board certified by the American Board of Endodontics in 2022. Her calm, comfort-focused style helps make tooth-pain and root-canal visits feel more understandable and less intimidating. She enjoys hiking, exploring new cities, and time with loved ones.
- Root canal therapy
- Endodontic retreatment
- Tooth preservation
- Comfort-focused endodontic care
- Diagnosis of tooth pain and dental infection
Hardev M. Singh, DMD, MS
Board-Certified Periodontist & Dental Implant Specialist
Singh earned his DMD at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and completed his residency in Periodontology and Implants at Loma Linda University. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, with a clinical focus on periodontics and dental implants.
He continues to teach at Western University School of Dentistry and is an active speaker with dental societies across Southern California. Every treatment plan begins with a conversation and an individual clinical evaluation.
- Periodontal care and gum disease treatment
- Dental implant surgery and restoration
- Bone and soft-tissue grafting
- Crown lengthening and other soft-tissue procedures
Comfort throughout your treatment
Dental Assistants
Our dental assistants stay beside you throughout treatment—helping each visit run smoothly, explaining what to expect, and making sure you feel supported and comfortable.
Adrian Nicola
Dental Assistant
Languages: English and Arabic
Originally from Egypt, Adrian enjoys working with the team to provide excellent care. Friendly, dedicated, and patient, she listens closely and helps people feel respected, reassured, and less stressed during their appointment.
Outside the office: Adrian is a homebody who recharges with family and a favorite television show. She enjoys savory food, the beach, and especially her first sip of hot coffee in the morning.
Monica P.
Dental Assistant & Back Office Supervisor
Language: English
Originally from Whittier, Monica combines direct patient care with leadership of the back office. Respectful, kind, and funny, she brings warmth and organization to the clinical team.
She finds it especially rewarding to see someone complete reconstructive treatment and smile with confidence again. Being able to share that moment with a patient is what makes her smile, too.
Outside the office: Monica enjoys spending time with family and friends. She loves coffee, tea, sweet treats, dogs, and relaxing at the beach.
Maryam Salehpour
Dental Assistant
Languages: English and Farsi
Maryam brings warmth and attentiveness to every visit, helping patients feel at ease throughout their treatment. There's nothing she finds more rewarding than seeing a patient smile.
Outside the office: Maryam enjoys a good cup of tea and spending time with her family. She loves both the mountains and the ocean, and tries to make time for each whenever she can.
Your first point of contact
Front Desk & Patient Support
From the first call through scheduling, forms, insurance questions, and follow-up, our front desk team turns questions into clear next steps and keeps communication personal.
Nadia Stopani
Insurance Biller & Treatment Coordinator
Languages: English and Spanish
Originally from East Los Angeles, Nadia helps patients understand insurance and treatment planning. Friendly, joyful, and easy to talk to, she answers questions clearly and works to make the financial side of care feel less overwhelming.
Nadia wants every patient to feel heard and understood—and to leave the office with a smile. Her warmth and sense of humor make her a reassuring guide through treatment decisions.
Outside the office: Nadia treasures time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoys Zumba, music, nails, massages, coffee, tea, sweet treats, the beach, and the mountains. An early bird with a gift for comedy, she believes in staying thankful and trusting that there is a plan—even when life is not always “easy lemon squeezy.”
Peter R.
Front Desk Receptionist
Languages: English and Filipino
Organized, efficient, and skilled at multitasking, Peter enjoys helping patients while keeping paperwork and visit details in order. His goal is to make sure questions and requests are addressed before a patient leaves.
Peter is also glad to assist Filipino-speaking patients, helping front-desk conversations feel clearer and more familiar.
Outside the office: Peter enjoys reading, watching shows, driving, and catching up on sleep. A coffee-loving night owl, he also likes savory food, dogs, the beach, and learning about countries. He hopes to deepen his knowledge of dentistry, and good food always makes him smile.
Supporting care behind the scenes
Technology & Engineering
Our engineering team supports the digital tools used for appointment requests, communication, and daily operations. Their goal is to make access simpler while preserving a clear path to personal help from the office.
Hooman Afghani
IT Manager & Cybersecurity Engineer
Hooman supports the technology and cybersecurity systems that help our team communicate, coordinate care, and keep daily operations running reliably. His thoughtful work behind the scenes helps the practice stay connected and focused on our patients.
Outside the office: Hooman enjoys good coffee, spending time with friends and family, and everything related to cars.
Motahareh Shafiei Fard
AI Engineer & Marketing Manager
Languages: English and Farsi
Originally from Tehran, Iran, Moty combines technology and communication to help people feel understood, emotionally connected, and confident in the team caring for them. She enjoys helping others and believes every patient's smile is worth the world.
Curious, positive, and full of energy, Moty is always learning, asking questions, and experimenting with new ideas. She is especially interested in understanding how people see the world and using that perspective to make communication more thoughtful and personal.
Outside the office: Moty enjoys the gym, reading, organizing everything so she can find it later, and asking questions about wonderfully random topics. She recharges by sleeping and talking, and loves tea, sweet and savory food, cats, the beach, and the mountains. Happy people, good food, and seeing love always make her smile.
Technology tools are intended for general information and appointment support. Please call the office directly for urgent concerns, personal medical questions, or help from a staff member.
