NORTHRIDGE DENTAL GROUP - Key Persons
Ali Vaziri, DDS completed his undergraduate studies in Chemistry and Biology at CSUN in 1987 and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1991 from UCLA School of Dentistry. Attended USC School of Dentistry to complete his Specialty training in Advanced Endodontics in 2006. Dr. Vaziri is a Board Eligible Endodontist and a member of the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Western Los Angeles Dental Society. Dr. Vaziri has taught general and emergency dentistry in the past at UCLA and USC School of Dentistry. Ali Vaziri, DDS cares for complex tooth problems that primarily affect the tooth pulp (the inside of the tooth). Endodontists perform root canal treatments and other procedures to relieve pain.
Edith Farias is a Dental Assistant. She documents patient dental histories, updates their overall health and medication histories and provides great patient care. Her duties include preparing patients for dental work, assisting dentists in managing dental emergencies, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, assisting with dental procedures, creating dental impressions for cosmetic cases, recording treatment information in patient records, taking dental X-rays, making dental impressions, and ordering dental supplies.
Farshid Ariz, DMD is a graduate of the Boston University School of Dentistry and received his Doctor of Dental Medicine in 1989. He returned to Boston University to receive his Certification of Advanced Graduate Studies in Periodontics in 1991. For over 30 years, Dr. Ariz has been an Assistant Professor of Advanced Periodontics at the Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California. He is recognized as Doctor-To-Doctor World's Top 100 by his peers. Farshid Ariz, DMD specializes in Dental Implants, Periodontics, Gum Grafts, TMJ Disorders, Craniofacial Pain, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, and Headaches.
Francisco Teran has dual responsibilities here at Northridge Dental Group as he works with Dr. Ariz as the doctor's TMJ and sleep assistant at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of SFV, which shares its location with NDG. Francisco documents patient dental histories and updates overall health and medication histories. His duties include preparing patients for dental work, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, assisting with dental procedures, assisting dental hygienists with procedures, recording treatment information in patient records, taking dental X-rays, and making dental impressions.
Jessica Urena is a dental assistant who completed her schooling in 2018. She helps with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures. She also assists dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies. Jessica helps dental hygienists with procedures. She provides great patient care and records treatment information in patient records. She looks over dental X-rays from dental diagnostics and helps to maintain dental X-ray equipment.
Kassandra is a dental assistant who completed her schooling in 2017. She helps with infection control by sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, setting up instrument trays, preparing materials, and assisting with dental procedures. She also assists dentists in managing medical and dental emergencies. Kassandra helps dental hygienists with procedures. She provides great patient care and records treatment information in patient records. She looks over dental X-rays from dental diagnostics and helps to maintain the dental X-ray equipment.
Navid Nobaharestan, DDS received his Bachelor of Science in Biology with honors from UCLA. From there, he attended the University of the Pacific (UOP) School of Dentistry, where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. He pursued his specialty in periodontics at the University of Southern California, where he also earned his Masters in Craniofacial Biology. Dr. Nobaharestan takes pride in helping his patients save their teeth for life. He thrives on working alongside other care providers who share a common goal: improving the overall health, function, aesthetics, and quality of life through the gift of first-class dentistry. Navid Nobaharestan, DDS specializes in Periodontics, Cosmetic, Restorative and Implant Dentistry.
Pauline Villaflores has been in dentistry since 2015. She is a registered dental hygienist.
Pegah Gidianian has been in dentistry since 2017. She is a registered dental hygienist.
Job Titles:
- Registered Dental Assistant
Rachel Duvo is a registered dental assistant and has been in dentistry since 1996. Rachel documents the patient dental histories and updates overall health and medication histories. Her duties include preparing patients for dental work, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, assisting with dental procedures, assisting dental hygienists with procedures, recording treatment information in patient records, taking dental X-rays, making dental impressions for cosmetic cases, and maintaining the doctor's schedule with proper coverage with assistants.
Robert Sharobiem, DDS completed his Doctorate in Dental Surgery at UCLA in 2009, graduating in the top five percent of his class. Earned a General Dental Practice Residency Certificate at St. Barnabas Hospital, where he was named Resident of the Year in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Certificate at Mount Sinai Hospital, receiving advanced training in facial trauma, oral surgery, and reconstruction. Whether it is wisdom tooth removal or jaw reconstruction, Dr. Sharobiem understands the importance of patient-centered care and the need for collaboration in order to achieve optimal results. Dr. Sharobiem's specialty includes the diagnosis and surgical and adjunctive treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects involving the functional and aesthetic aspects of the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. Robert Sharobiem, DDS specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
Roxana's responsibilities include patient care, scheduling, and bill processing for TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of San Fernando Valley.
Rubina Aslanyan has been in dentistry since 2010. She is a registered dental hygienist.
Ryan Pascua has dual responsibilities here at Northridge Dental Group, as he works with Dr. Ariz as the doctor's TMJ and sleep assistant at the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of SFV, which shares its location with NDG. Ryan documents patient dental histories and updates overall health and medication histories. His duties include preparing patients for dental work, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, assisting with dental procedures, assisting dental hygienists with procedures, recording treatment information in patient records, taking dental X-rays, making dental impressions, and ordering dental supplies.
Sahar Rezvani, DDS graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2010 after earning her Bachelor of Science from UCLA. Since graduating, Dr. Rezvani has continued her education by completing at least one or two continuing education courses every month. Dr. Rezvani has been a member of the American Dental Association since 2010 and is also a member of the San Fernando Dental Association, Spears Dental Study Club, and California Dental Association. Sahar Rezvani, DDS specializes in Cosmetic, Restorative and Implant Dentistry, as well as Invisalign®.
Job Titles:
- Registered Dental Assistant
Sail Fernandez is a registered dental assistant. He documents the patient's dental history and updates their overall health and medication history. His duties include preparing patients for dental work, sterilizing and disinfecting instruments, assisting with dental procedures, assisting dental hygienists with procedures, recording treatment information in patient records, taking dental X-rays, making dental impressions and ordering dental supplies.
Shahdad Arami, DDS is an expert dentist who works to transform the smile of every patient at Northridge Dental Group in Northridge, California. Dr. Arami started his career in general dentistry after graduating from the University of California at Los Angeles School of Dentistry in 1993. He went on to complete his general practice residency at UCLA, specializing in the treatment of phobic and medically compromised patients. With specialized experience in general dentistry, as well as advanced knowledge of aesthetic and implant dentistry, Dr. Arami ensures that patients receive excellent dental care to maintain their best oral health. Shahdad Arami, DDS specializes in Cosmetic, Restorative and Implant Dentistry.
Teresa Rubio has been at Northridge Dental Group for over 10 years. She works with the front and back-office staff, overseeing the practice's daily schedule and operations, supporting patient care for the dentists and dental hygienists, coordinating patient assignment, tracking, facilitating patient appointments, ensuring that billing is correct, checking insurance, treatment plans, and much more.