Dr. Vahik Meserkhani and Dr. Mauricio Fonrodona head up our team of nine doctors serving in our Glendale and Pasadena office. Both are prosthodontists, specialists in tooth rehabilitation and replacement. Prosthodontists are considered the leaders of dental treatment planning and Dr. Meserkhani and Dr. Fonrodona coordinate with our other dentists to develop the best solutions for your dental needs, including implant placement, orthodontics, laser-assisted periodontics, holistic dentistry, as well as general and cosmetic dentistry.
Mauricio Fonrodona, DDS – Prosthodontist & Implantologist
Dr. Mauricio Fonrodona is a highly experienced implantologist and prosthodontist (a dental specialist in smile restoration). He has received extensive advanced education in all aspects of implant dentistry, tooth replacement and the aesthetic aspects of dentistry. He is committed to providing the best possible care for his patients and keeps his skills updated through regular continuing education.
Paul Vernon Erwin DDS, MS – General & Holistic Dentist
Dr. Erwin has practiced dentistry since 1967 and is considered one of America’s foremost experts on rejuvenation dentistry. He is also a former instructor of dentistry and basic sciences at both USC and Loma Linda Universities.
As an Integrative dentist, Dr. Erwin is acutely aware of how the work done in the mouth may affect other parts of the body, and he strives to provide the least intrusive, least toxic treatments possible, using biocompatible dental materials.
Angela Sanabria, DDS – Prosthodontist
Dr. Angela has been a practicing prosthodontist for over 22 years. She enjoys personal interaction with her patients, and she works with them to create a custom smile design that corrects any dental issues as well as provides them with a beautiful, confident new smile.
Education
- 1990 Universidad Javeriana, Colombia, dental degree
- 1998, Prosthodontics
- 2013 Santa Monica University, Masters in Spiritual Psychology
Jackqueline Martinez, DDS – Orthodontist
Dr. Martinez is the resident orthodontic specialist of the practice. She has received extensive training in orthodontics, including a two -year program at the International Medical College in Muenster, Germany, earning her a Master of Science degree.
Education
- 1994 California Dental License
- 1990 Doctor in Dental Surgeon from Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University, Lima , Peru
- 1990 Bachelor Degree from Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University, Lima, Peru
- 10/1997-10/1998 1 year Study Club in Aesthetic Dentistry, LLU, Ca. USA
- 2009-2010 Two Year Course Academic and Clinical program of Progressive Orthodontic Seminars ,Aliso Viejo, Ca., USA
- 2011-2012 G6 Applied Orthodontic Series, POS, Aliso Viejo, Ca., USA
- 2013-2014, Master of Science in Specialized Orthodontics (M.Sc.), 2 year program, International Medical College, Munster Germany.
Affiliations
- American Dental Association
- California dental Association
- Peruvian American Dental Association , Founder, Vice President and Treasurer
- Peruvian College of Dentistry
- Peruvian Academy of Stomatology
Andre Yarian, MD – Medical Anesthesiologist
Dr. Andre Yarian completed his undergraduate education at UCLA and attended medical school in Chicago. He is a board certified anesthesiologist with specialized training in dental anesthesia. His skilled techniques ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures of various lengths. Aside from his experience at dental offices, Dr. Yarian also practices at surgical centers and hospitals.