Peter Joe, DDS
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
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.”
Kimberley Wu, DMD, MS
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.”
David Lee, DMD, MS
Pediatric Dentist
Board Candidate: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DMD: University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
Pediatric Specialty: University of California, San Francisco
I love to spend time with friends and family, especially my fiancée Kathryn and my dog Cooper. I try to be as social and active as possible by playing lacrosse, golf, basketball, and tennis, and I am a huge foodie – I love cooking and finding new restaurants.
Where I grew up: Los Angeles, CA
“Pediatric dentistry is an incredible opportunity to build a foundation of good oral health habits for a lifetime. Children are the best and we have the most entertaining conversations. It is an incredible experience to witness a child that has a fear of the dentist come to your practice and leave with a smile after having a great time.”
Gina Johnson, DDS
Orthodontist
Board Candidate: American Board of Orthodontics
DDS: University of Southern California
Orthodontic Specialty: University of Southern California
In my free time, I’m always trying new restaurants, spending time at the beach, and being involved with my kids’ activities and sports!
“I wanted to use my passion for science and healthcare to make a positive, direct impact on people’s lives. I love helping patients achieve functional and beautiful smiles and watching as their confidence grows throughout the progress of their treatment.”
Wesley Choi, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified: Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: 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.”
Joe Virata, DDS
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.”
Jessica Pack, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified: Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: University of California, Los Angeles
Pediatric Specialty: University of Southern California
Studied French art and music. Enjoys fashion and travel. Loves a good book and her dog.
Where I grew up: Brentwood, Tennessee
“I like the emphasis on prevention and behavior management for patients. It’s rewarding to work with a patient who was initially fearful to feel comfortable and at ease at the dental office. Also, I enjoy that I get to see the patient and family regularly and develop a lifelong relationship with them.”
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.”
Harbir Bhullar, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Board Certified: Diplomate American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: University of The Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
Pediatric Specialty: St. Barnabas Hospital, Bronx, Ny
I love to spend time laughing with family and friends, traveling the world learning about different people and cultures through their history, people, and especially their food. My favorite way to unwind is anywhere with no wifi, especially time grounded out in nature. Go Dodgers!
Where I grew up: Diamond Bar, California
“I love my job! I am very passionate about living towards a healthier, happier life and am honored to be able to support your family towards reaching your own healthcare goals. Creating positive relationships and engagement through learning are just some of the first steps towards a life of healthy habits. I look forward to meeting you!”
Anisha Sehgal, DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Board Candidate: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
DDS: University of Pennsylvania
Pediatric Specialty: NYU San Diego, Rady Children’s Hospital
I spend my free time reading and practicing yoga. My husband is an orthopedic surgery resident at UCLA, and together, we love traveling and snorkeling around the world!
“I was drawn to pediatric dentistry for the unique opportunity it allows to trigger a meaningful intervention in the trajectory of a patient’s oral health from a young age. I love dentistry because of the hands-on technical treatment and ability to build great patient-doctor relationships!”
Allen Khai, DDS
Board Eligible Pediatric Dentist
Education
- Pediatric Dentistry Residency – University of Florida Shand’s Children’s Hospital – Gainesville, FL
- DDS – University of The Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry – San Francisco, CA
- BS, Biological Sciences – University of California, Irvine – Irvine, CA
Professional/Awards
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon
About
Dr. Khai became a pediatric dentist because he is passionate about working with young patients. He believes in early intervention and strives to create a fun and nurturing atmosphere for his patients! His patients bring out his creativity and imagination, and lead him to feel very fulfilled after each visit! In his free time Dr. Khai 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!
Ellin Choi, DDS
Board Eligible Pediatric Dentist
Education
- Pediatric Residency – Loma Linda University Medical Center – Loma Linda, CA
- DDS – Loma Linda University – Loma Linda, CA
- BS, Biology – University of California – San Diego, CA
Professional/Awards
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- California Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- California Dental Association Table Clinic Competition, Scientific 1st and 3rd place
About
Dr. Choi became a pediatric dentist with the aim of creating a positive and enjoyable experience for her young patients during their dental visits. She believes that by making the experience fun, children can develop a positive association with visiting the dentist. When she is not working, Dr. Choi enjoys exploring new restaurants and trying out different cuisines with her family and friends. She is also an avid food photographer and enjoys sharing pictures of her culinary adventures online. In her free time, she loves to bake sweet treats such as cookies, tarts, cakes, and macarons. However, she reminds everyone to remember to brush their teeth after indulging in her delicious treats!