Our Doctors
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Meet our Doctors:
- Dr. Dalvir S. Pannu
- Dr. Andrew Nguyen
- Dr. Nkem Obiechina
- Dr. Pooja Goel
- Dr. Brian Yee
- Dr. Valerie Tran
- Dr. Rakhi Jani
- Dr. Marshall J. Michaelian
- Dr. Hung Le
- Dr. Kurosch Hatami
- Dr Rupal N. Shah
Dr. Dalvir S. Pannu, D.D.S.
Dr. Dalvir S. Pannu has been a practicing dentist since 1995. In 1996 he opened his first dental practice in India, where he gained invaluable experience and acumen. In October of 1997 he was invited by the American Dental Association (ADA) to present the table clinic on Endodontics, at their annual session held in Washington, D.C. At this time he fell in love with the United States and became passionate about practicing dentistry in California. He became particularly enamored of the San Francisco Bay area, and soon took up residence and work here.
Dr. Pannu spent several more years gaining superlative expertise as a dentist. And also came to learn and provide advanced techniques and treatment in Invisalign Orthodontics. So, ever passionate for new horizons, in 2003 he founded the Pannu Dental Care in San Jose, California. Not surprisingly, the clinic achieved instant success as well as a tremendous retinue of patients, admirers and professional interests. So the good doctor was inspired to open additional offices in 2004 and 2006, in Fremont and Cupertino, and in 2010 in Dublin California.
Continuing his interest in cutting edge of dentistry, Dr. Pannu in a short time gained the vast experience in latest innovation in orthodontics: INVISALIGN invisible braces. He also acquired special training in IMPLANT SURGERY. And became one of a handful of prestigious doctors in the region who performs and provides both components of implantation. These two key components are: placement surgery of implants, and restorative surgery that consists of refurbishing implants with crowns.
- Recipient of prestigious Invisalign Innovator Award, 2004
- Became Top 5% premium provider of Invisalign in nation, 2005
- Received expert special training in Implantation & Implant Surgery, 2006
- Became Top 1% Elite provider of Invisalign in nation, 2007
- Is co-host of popular cultural talk show on Indian radio
- Hosts several radio talk shows on dentistry & orthodontics
- Continues to provide dental advancements on TV talk shows
- Interviewed on Heartbeat of America, hosted by William Shatner
- Continues to offer free dental camps throughout northern California
- Celebrity dentist to many film stars/models from U.S., Canada and India
- Event host member honoring People of Distinction; interviewed Bill Clinton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lance Armstrong and others for secrets to success
- Founder of www.pharala.com, the first domain of its kind designed to connect rural village immigrants who have settled across the globe
- Celebrated 10-year residency in U.S. by running first half-marathon on October 14, 2007
- Participates with marathon team in rigorous programs to raise funds for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
An avid hiker and runner, Dr. Pannu also loves playing volleyball and chess. He is happily married to Ravneet Pannu, a graduate of the University of Southern California (USC) and former RN with Kaiser Permanente, who is now the business manager at the PANNU DENTAL CARE. The good doctor is also the proud parent of two lovely children: Jay, age seven; and Jasmine, age five.
Dr. Pannu has many concerns and passions in life. Besides being a loving husband and devoted father and serving family and friends, he is deeply committed to his dental practice as well as to helping others. And giving back to the community whenever and however he can. Of course, being a laid-back, congenial kind of guy, Dr. Pannu is also a techno junkie at times. All three of his dental offices are filled with state-of-the-art equipment and gadgets. And while it's not quite sci-fi material, it definitely well beyond ordinary image screens, power computers, diagnostic cameras and digital x-ray machines.
Having the best that modern dentistry can provide is a great thing, he says. That way he can always offer the best to every patient he is privileged to treat and make smile!
Dr. Andrew Nguyen, D.D.S. (Orthodontist & Pedodontist)
Dr. Andrew Nguyen is a Board Certified Orthodontist and Diplomate of the American Academy of Orthodontist. He is a graduate of UCLA School of Dentistry where he completed his dual training specialty in both Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics.
Dr. Nguyen’s interest is in child growth and development and served with the UCLA Craniofacial Team for 3 years. He currently retains hospital privileges at The Children’s Hospital, Sky Ridge Hospital, and Presbyterian~St. Luke’s Hospital.
Dr. Nguyen continues active research at UCLA in biomaterial sciences, bone biology, and oropharyngeal fungal infections.
- Orthodontist & Facial Orthopedic Specialist
- Board Certified Orthodontist by American Board of Orthodontist
- Diplomate of the American Academy of Orthodontist
Dr. Obiechina completed her training in periodontics and implant dentistry from Columbia University. She received her doctor of dental medicine degree from University of Pittsburgh in 1998. She is the recipient of the Melvin Morris award for clinical excellence from Columbia University as well as the Northeast Regional Board Student award for excellence in periodontics from University of Pittsburgh Dental School
Dr. Obiechina has extensive training in periodontal regeneration procedures, soft tissue grafting as well as partial and full mouth reconstruction utilizing dental implants, and all phases of periodontics. She is also skilled with grafting procedures utilizing ramus, chin grafts, and freeze dried cortical bone to prepare implant sites by increasing bone height, as well as sinus elevation utilizing osteotome and lateral window techniques.
She has been practicing all scopes of periodontics and implant dentistry for over nine years, and has active licenses in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and California. She has published a book released March 2009 entitled: Essential periodontal therapy: A patient’s guide to periodontal disease and periodontal treatment. She also published an article in September 2000 edition of Dentistry Today on treatment of drug-induced gingival overgrowth. She is also a co-author of a paper published in the European Journal of Oral Sciences October 2002 titled Periodontal microbiota and clinical periodontal status in a rural sample in southern Thailand. She has also given a presentation for the April 2001 ADA meeting in Washington D.C. on Periodontal and Prosthetic approach to dental implants. She remains active within the field of periodontics.
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Dr. Pooja Goel, D.D.S. (Associate Dentist)
Dr. Pooja Goel has been practicing cosmetic dentistry for nearly five years and is one of the most familiar faces at Pannu Dental. She has been happily with the practice since Dr. Pannu opened in 2003. And has played a key role in Pannu Dental’s success. In dental school, Dr. Pooja excelled as a student and graduated as a Gold Medalist. In addition to being a member of the ADA, CDA and SCDS, Dr. Goel is certified with Invisalign and Lumineers. She has fun working with patients of all ages, and shows great care and understanding when treating and interacting with them. Her skills are nonpareil when it comes to performing root canals, extractions, and cosmetic work.
Dr. Brian Yee, D.D.S. (Associate Dentist)
Born and raised in the Bay Area, Brian graduated with a dental degree from the University of California at San Francisco in the year 2000. He is committed to bring comfortable, knowledgeable, quality patient care. Outside the office, he enjoys watching and playing sports, cooking, and traveling anywhere tropical.
Dr. Valerie Tran, D.D.S. (Associate Dentist)
Dr. Valerie Tran graduated from New York University College of Dentistry, and practiced her vocation several years in New York before joining PANNU DENTAL CARE. She is fluent in both English and Vietnamese, and is a board certified Invisalign dental practitioner. Dr. Tran has also receive exceptional training in general and special patient care, pediatric outreach, and as a volunteer for Special Olympics dental screening.
She says her mother is her number one hero. And intones that she loves most of all, a sunny day with a little breeze, spend quality time with family, friends, and listen to music.
Some of her interests include reading, hiking, biking, singing, sketching and playing with children. She is truly an invaluable member of PANNU DENTAL CARE, and a friend to all.
Dr. Rakhi Jani, D.D.S. (Associate Dentist)
Dr. Rakhi has been a practicing dentist for 12 years with 7 years in California. She has been with the practice since 2006 and has extensive experience in all aspects of dentistry and oral health and prides herself on her strong dedication to patient care. Her unparalleled commitment to excellence, quality and detail in her work along priority and focus on patient comfort, is commendable. She finds educating patients, improving their oral health as well as smile, to be extremely rewarding. She goes the extre mile to make a positive difference in the well-being of her patients.
Dr. Rakhi is dedicated to life-long learning through continuing dental education and holds memberships in American Dental Association, California Dental Association and Southern Alameda County Dental Society.
Hung Le DDS MD ( Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon)
Dr. Hung Le received his dental degree (DDS) and medical degree (MD) from University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He also did his general surgery internship and oral and maxillofacial surgery training at UCSF. Dr. Le holds California dental license, medical license and general anesthesia permit. His clinical interests are wisdom tooth extraction, bone graft, implantology, temporomandibular joint surgery, orthognatic surgery, facial trauma, benign pathology and reconstruction.
Dr. Marshall J. Michaelian (Endodontist)
Dr. Marshall J. Michaelian was born in Walnut Creek and was raised in the Bay Area. He attended Burlingame High School. He received his Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. He received his D.M.D degree in 1999 from Temple University. He went on to Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine where he received his CAGS in Endodontics in 2001.Dr. Michaelian is a member of the American Association of Endodontist, the California Dental Association, the American Dental Association and the San Mateo County Dental Society where he served on the Board of Directors from 2002-2004.
Kurosch Hatami, DDS
Dr. Kurosch Hatami was born in Nuernberg , Germany and has lived in the bay area for over 26 years. After graduating from Monta Vista High School , Cupertino , he attended the University of San Francisco receiving a Bachelor degree in Biology. Dr. Hatami went on to receive his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific, in San Francisco .
Dr. Hatami went on to practice dentistry in the Bay Area for the last 16 years. He is the Managing Dentist in our Cupertino location. Dr. Hatami’s treatment philosophy begins and ends with preventative care. “The benefits of good tissue management provide the basis for healthy supporting structures of the teeth. Healthy gums and bone have far reaching benefits to the dental and overall physical health of patients. “
Dr. Hatami is very enthusiastic about the plethora of restorative options available to patients. In his private time you may find Dr. Hatami enjoying time with his three children, Tara, Darius, and Arya. He also has been a fan of soccer as a spectator as well as a participant since childhood. .
Dr Rupal N. Shah, DDS
Dr Rupal N. Shah is a practicing dentist since 2005. She has earned her DDS from University of Southern California and BDS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences. During her academics at USC she was selected as an Honored Alumni member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a National Dental fraternity. To qualify for this she was in the top 20% of her class based on leaderhip and scholarship skills. She has also been in the Dean’s List Meriting Place for Academic Achievement (Final GPA of 3.96 out of 4). She is a proud member of ADA(American Dental Association), CDA(California Dental Association) and SACDS(Southern Alameda County Dental Society).
As a USC graduate, she has had the opportunity to study the most advanced technologies and techniques that both improve your health as well as your appearance. The years of schooling and experience make her dependable and maintain high performance in all the fields of dentistry. Her belief “treat a patient the way I like to be treated when I visit my doctor” makes her provide treatment where real care and compassion is combined with her strong educational experience to provide the best in dental care. She involves the patient one to one for treatment planning. She is respected and trusted by patients of all age groups.
She is married to Nirav Shah, an IT Professional and is a proud mother to Vraj. Her hobbies include reading, singing and spending valuable time with family.
She looks forward to serving people to maintain and improve their dental health with personal undivided attention.