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Dr. Farideh Kohan

Dr. Farideh Kohan received her Bachelor's degree in Biology at UCLA and continued her education there to earn her Doctorate in dentistry in 1998 with Honors. She practices dentistry in a relaxed and warm atmosphere. Caring for her patients like her own family is her philosophy. Dr. Kohan's priority is to provide gentle and friendly care. She always makes sure to listen to her patient's concerns and addresses them at every visit. Dr. Kohan does her best to make your visit more comfortable and to five you a healthier, more attractive smile. Dr. Kohan has volunteered her time in Dental Clinics providing a range of dental services and educational programs for low-income families for most of her career. She has also been a part of San Fernando Valley Dental Society for several years. Dr. Kohan is originally from Iran and has moved to California over 30 years ago. She is happily married with three wonderful children and her puppy. In her spare time, Dr. Kohan enjoys reading, hiking, traveling and spending time with family.

Hilda Quintero

Job Titles:
  • Registered Dental Assistant
Hello my name is Hilda, I have been in the dental field for over 12 years now. Graduated from Everest College in 2010, and acquired my Register Dental Assistant License (RDA) in 2012 through The Dental Board of California. The same year I also obtained from California Association of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery. My main goal is to extend my education and knowledge in the best professional way, providing to my patients a caring and comfortable experience. Presently I am extending my education even further to become a valuable asset for Dr. Armond Aghakhani's Dental Pratice. On my time off I love to spend time with my family and friends. I am blessed to have a loving husband and 2 sons that are my pride and joy. I also enjoy very much cooking and playing soccer.

Khatera Hakim

Job Titles:
  • Registered Dental Hygienist
I graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry with a B.S. in Dental Hygiene in 2004. I enjoy being a dental hygienist and educating our patients about their oral health. Providing excellent care and patient comfort is my priority. During my free time I love to spend time with my husband and 2 boys. I enjoy cooking and traveling. I look forward to meeting you!

Larry Miranda

Job Titles:
  • Dental Assistant
Hi! I am Larry. I have been a dental assistant for the past 28 years. In 2002 I went to UCLA to obtain my RDAEF license, which gives me the ability to do more invasive procedures with my boss and piers. I love educating all the patients and going the extra mile for them. In my off time I spend it with my family and friends on the soccer fields.

Mikayla Eshleman

Job Titles:
  • Dental Hygienist
Hello, I'm Mikayla. I am originally from Minnesota and completed my Bachelor's of Science in Dental Hygiene at the University of Minnesota in 2020. Patient centered care is my top priority and I strive to keep patients well informed and educated of their oral health statuses. I am dedicated to keeping myself update on the latest advances in preventive dental care to best serve those that I care for. I enjoy helping my patients improve their smiles through personalized care and creating a professional and continued relationship. Since moving to California in 2023 I have been enjoying exploring SoCal; I will always take a recommendation on somewhere to eat or somewhere to go!

Natalie De La Torre

Job Titles:
  • Patient Coordinator
Natalie joined our team in June 2022 with seven years experience in the field of dentistry. She has a previous career in the medical field, but grew a passion for dental in 2015. When asked she said the best thing about her job is being able to provide the best patient care as she enjoys helping others in every way possible to make sure they leave with a smile She enjoys learning and building a relationship with all patients, for their well-being. There is always a joy to see them satisfied after their visit to the office. In addition she loves working with Dr. Aghakhani and the rest of the team, because we treat each other like a family. The amount of teamwork in our office is fascinating. It is great to be part of this unique office and work with such talented caring people. Outside of the office, Natalie enjoys being a mom to her three children, building memories, spending time with her family and friends. She loves all outdoor activities and also enjoys the beauty of the beach and nature is best.

Serena Suarez

Job Titles:
  • Dental Assistant
Hello my name is Serena, I've been in the dental field since 2019. One of my favorite part about going to work is seeing our kind patients and seeing them happy after their dental appointment. Since the day I started going to school to be a dental assistant I enjoyed every aspect of it, and now that I currently work in Dr. Aghakhani‘s office it has been an even more amazing experience. I love to help patients achieve beautiful smiles. I look forward to developing and expanding my assisting skills with the help of Dr. Aghakhani and the rest of the staff. One thing I am very grateful for is having my supportive family and my loving boyfriend. On my free time I like to spend time with my dog and barbecue with my family.