Dentists in Vancouver, WA - East Ridge

Behnam Fakhravar D.M.D., M.S., Periodontist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Fakhravar loves his profession and feels very blessed to have a career that allows him to improve his patients’ health, confidence, and self-esteem. He encourages his patients to be involved in their treatment in order to achieve the best results possible, and is always open to questions and attentive to each patient’s needs. A native Oregonian, Dr. Fakhravar graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Portland State University.

He received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree, his specialty certificate in Periodontics along with a Master of Science degree in Oral Biology from Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry, in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Fakhravar has served as Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontology at the Oregon Health and Science University School of Dentistry.

He is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology, the American Board of Periodontology and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. In addition, he is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.

This distinction signifies he is a Board Certified Periodontist who has made significant achievements beyond the mandatory education requirements of the specialty.

Dr. Fakhravar enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle by going to the gym, playing basketball and tennis. He also enjoys traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

EDUCATION

B.S., Biochemistry–Portland State University

D.M.D.–Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry

M.S., Oral Biology–Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry

Periodontics Certificate–Temple University Maurice H. Kornberg School of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS

Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology

Diplomate, International Congress of Oral Implantologists

American Academy of Periodontology

Kesang Norbhu D.M.D., General Dentist

Li Zheng D.D.S., Ph.D, M.S., Orthodontist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Zheng says, “I love working with my patients to create beautiful smiles and optimal oral health. I cherish the relationships that I’m able to build with patients and their families.”

Dr. Zheng passionate about dentistry and improving the oral health of his patients. He understands the importance of educating each patient about their oral health and walking them through their individualized treatment plan.

“I was raised in China”, Dr. Zheng says. “After graduating from dental school in Shanghai, I entered into a busy general dentistry private practice two years. During that period, I realized that that I had a passion for Orthodontics, so I traveled to Japan for a four-year Orthodontics/PhD program. After receiving my PhD degree, I worked as a postdoctoral researcher in Japan for another two years, followed by eight years in University of Michigan School of Dentistry. After a highly competitive one-year internship, I was then accepted into The Ohio State University Orthodontic Residency Program where I earned my certificate in Orthodontics and Master’s degree.”

Dr. Zheng is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists also speaks fluent Chinese and Japanese. Dr. Zheng says, “In my free time I love watching professional football, playing soccer and fishing throughout the beautiful Pacific Northwest”.

EDUCATION

B.S., Dentistry–Tongji University, China

D.D.S.–Tongji University School of Dentistry, China

Ph.D., Orthodontics–Okayama University School of Dentistry, Japan

M.S., Orthodontics–Ohio State University College of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS

American Association of Orthodontists

American Dental Association

American Association for Dental Research

International Association for Dental Research

AWARDS

IADR Colgate Research in Prevention Awards

IADR Pulp Biology Award

Mariam Hamidi D.M.D., Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

ABOUT ME

Dr. Hamidi says, “My goal is to make my patients feel comfortable while focusing on giving them great oral health. I keep abreast of the latest knowledge in the specialty of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. I am committed to treat each and every patient with utmost compassion and respect.”

After graduating from the University of California at Riverside, Dr. Hamidi received her Dental Degree from the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and her Oral & Maxillofacial Training from the Madigan Army Medical Center in Washington state while serving in the US Army. Dr. Hamidi is a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology, the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Dr. Hamidi says, “Away from the office, Dr. Hamidi likes golfing, hiking and cycling. I am deeply involved in charities involving third world countries and always have a special place in my heart for the men and woman in uniform.”

EDUCATION

B.S., Biology–University of California at Riverside

D.M.D.–Tufts University School of Dental Medicine

Oral & Maxillofacial Training–Madigan Army Medical Center, WA

AFFILIATIONS

American Dental Association

American Dental Society of Anesthesiology

American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Silpa Nekkalapudi D.D.S. General Dentist

About Me

Dr. Nekkalapudi says, “I love working closely with people while helping them to take care of their health. I enjoy the fact that I get to meet new people and bring upon bright smiles on their faces.”

Dr. Nekkalapudi encourages her patients to be involved in their treatment in order to achieve the best results possible, and is always open to questions and is attentive to each patient’s needs. Dr. Nekkalapudi received her Dental Degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo School Of Dental Medicine. To keep up with evolving technology, she’s a member of the American Dental Association and the Washington State Dental Association.

She is also fluent in Telugu and Hindi.

Dr. Nekkalapudi says, “I love traveling and exploring new places and enjoy reading novels. I like to cook and I bake as often as I can. I enjoy relaxing with my family and friends. I’m very excited to try new restaurants in the area and I love the Northwest and am looking forward to exploring as much as possible!”

Education

B.D.S. Dentistry– N.T.R University of Health Sciences

D.D.S.–State University of New York at Buffalo School Of Dental Medicine

Affiliations

American Dental Association

Washington State Dental Association