Meet Our Team
Our board-certified pediatric dentists and orthodontists received their training from schools such as Harvard, MIT, USC, and UCLA.
Our Orthodontic Specialists in South Pasadena, Claremont, and Sierra Madre
Kimberley Wu, DMD, MS
Board Certified Orthodontist
Board Certified: Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics
DMD: Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Orthodontic Specialty: University of California Los Angeles
Smile maker, mom of 3 silly kids & MIT admissions interviewer!
Where I grew up: Canada, North Carolina, Beijing, Shanghai, Boston
“I am so grateful that I do what I love everyday! There is nothing more rewarding than helping others and enhancing their self-confidence. I feel lucky that I have this opportunity to give my patients a reason to smile more.”
Andrew Hopkins, DDS, MS
Orthodontist
Board Candidate: American Board of Orthodontics
DDS: New York University
Orthodontic Specialty: University of California
Dr. Hopkins always enjoyed his visits to his orthodontist, which led to him making it his own career! Dr. Hopkins and his significant other met in dental school and enjoy taking their Teacup Yorkie, Chloe, out on walks, playing tennis, beach tennis, soccer, and traveling to experience new cultures and cuisines. His favorite travel destinations are Brazil, Italy, and Japan!
“I enjoy being able to interact and connect with my patients and see them grow and evolve throughout the course of treatment. There is no better feeling than seeing patients transform into more confident versions of themselves and come to the office with huge smiles on their faces.”
Our Pediatric Dentists in South Pasadena, Claremont, and Sierra Madre
Peter Joe, DDS
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified: Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: University of Southern California
Pediatric Specialty: Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Family man, nature lover, high-five giver!
Where I grew up: La Canada, California
“I enjoy helping families and children by tailoring treatment based on their needs.”
Alice Kim-Bundy, DMD
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified: Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DMD: Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Pediatric Specialty: Boston Children’s Hospital/Harvard School of Dental Medicine
Walking/hiking/playing with my 3 kids. Experimenting with new recipes. Service to others.
Where I grew up: San Diego, California
“I enjoy working with children and developing lasting relationships with families. As pediatric dentists, we have the opportunity to prevent the most common chronic disease (cavities) among children between ages 6-11. Making a difference in children’s lives and in turn their parents is a joy and honor.”
Scarlet Kim, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Board Candidate: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Pediatric Specialty: NYU Langone, Tucson, AZ
Enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.
Where I grew up: Diamond Bar, CA
“My passion is to educate and build strong relationships with my patients. It is so rewarding to watch children grow and develop beautiful smiles! It is a privilege to guide children towards a path of good oral health.”
Wesley Choi, DDS
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified: Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
Pediatric Specialty: Yale-New Haven Hospital
Casual tennis player, avid soccer fan, and a Madridista.
Where I grew up: Palos Verdes, California
“My philosophy is in making dental visits fun and educational early on in the child’s life to set the course for good oral health and overall well-being.”
Allen Khai, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Board Candidate: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: University of the Pacific
Pediatric Specialty: University of Florida, Shands Children’s Hospital
Dr. Khai’s patients bring out his creativity and imagination and lead him to feel very fulfilled after each visit. In his free time, he enjoys snowboarding, hiking, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. His favorite places to travel to are those with a breathtaking skyline, and his favorite food is pizza!
"I love pediatric dentistry! Every kid is unique and it is important to me to tailor my interactions with all to build and maintain a healthy smile. I believe in early intervention and strive to create an atmosphere that is both fun and nurturing for our patients."
Joe Virata, DDS
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified: Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: University of California, Los Angeles
Pediatric Specialty: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
I enjoy traveling and trying different foods with my wife Christine, reading books with my daughter Emma, and jogging with my dogs Westley and Watson.
Where I grew up: Marin County, CA
“I enjoy being a pediatric dentist because the profession is a combination of being a scientist and doing something artistic with our hands. Kids come with such a range of personalities and styles, which makes it fun for me to work with them.”
Four convenient dental offices near you!
We are committed to providing the highest quality of comprehensive dentistry possible. Your oral health, smile and comfort are our top priorities. Call today to make your appointment with one of our experienced dentists and learn more about dental care in South Pasadena (Fair Oaks St), South Pasadena (Mission St), Claremont & Sierra Madre, CA
South Pasadena, Fair Oaks Ave
South Pasadena, Mission St
Claremont
665 E Foothill Blvd, Suite L
Claremont, CA 91711