Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA

Personal Bio

Dr. Ghazal has been practicing dentistry for over 16 years. She is currently single and enjoys jogging & quilting.

Personal Favorites

Book: "Your Best Life Now" by Joel Osteen, Film: "The Thomas Crown Affair"

DDS

University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, MN, graduated from dental school in 1997

BA

Macalester College, St Paul, MN

Personal Bio

Dr. Rygg and his wife, Cheryl, have been married since 1992; together they have a daughter, Brooke, and 2 cats, 2 dogs and 2 part-time horses. He enjoys traveling, horseback riding, scuba diving, and spending time with his family.

Volunteer Experience

1 year at MCRD San Diego, 2 years aboard aircraft carrier U.S.S. Constellation, 1 year at NTC San Diego

Personal Quote

"You can expect to be treated with respect and compassion for the entire time you are in our care. You can expect to be treated to the best of our ability and to be given the highest level of professional service available using the latest of applicable technologies. You can expect, along with that level of care, to have your options for treatment and your dental needs explained to you in a manner you can understand."

DDS

University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA; Iuliu Hatieganu University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania

MD

Iuliu Hatieganu University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania

BS

Iuliu Hatieganu University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Tuttle has been practicing dentistry since 2005 and is married with one son. In her spare time, she enjoys snowboarding, salsa dancing, skiing, cooking, and reading.

Awards

Dean’s Leadership Institute Award, UCLA

Volunteer Experience

Schools, churches, health fairs

Personal Quote

“My patients should expect the best dental care from me because I am ethical, professional, and gentle. I am a good listener, and I have the capability of easing patients’ anxiety about the dentist so they feel relaxed and comfortable and always come back to see me.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Tuttle’s favorite book is “The Alchemist,” and her favorite film is “Wedding Crashers.”

DMD

University of the East; Manila, Philippines

Residency

Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD); Advanced Education in General Dentistry program, Fellowship in Implant and Comprehensive General Dentistry; Baylor College; Dallas, TX

Professional Association

Academy of General Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), California Dental Association, American Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. De La Paz has been practicing dentistry since 1996 and she has a teacup Maltese (Sofie). In her spare time, she enjoys traveling around the world.

Awards

Diplomat of American Academy of Implant Dentistry, Passed Part 1 Exam for Diplomat of American Academy of Implant Dentistry

Volunteer Experience

Doctors Without Borders (Barcelona, Spain)

Personal Quote

“I will listen to your concerns and I will do my best to explain the procedure because I believe dentistry should be done right the first time.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. De La Paz’s favorite city to visit is Paris, and her favorite movie is The Shawshank Redemption.

DDS

University of Sinaloa; Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico

BS

American College; Culiacan, Sinaloa, Mexico

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association,

Personal Bio

Dr. Brassea has been practicing dentistry since 1992. In her spare time, she loves hanging out with her two sons, reading, listening to music, playing tennis, hiking, jogging, swimming, and practicing yoga and tai chi chuan.

Achievements

Dean’s list (1990-1993), graduated magna cum laude

Personal Quote

“I will give you a warm welcome and examine you as an individual with specific needs. I will take the time to help you understand the value of your dental health in correlation with your overall health. I will strive to provide you with the appropriate treatment that will exceed your expectations.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Brassea’s favorite book is Jonathan Livingston Seagull, her favorite film is La Vie en Rose, and her favorite vacation spots are Cancun, San Francisco, and New York.

Specialty Certificate

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia, PA

DDS

University of the Pacific; San Francisco, CA

BS

San Jose State University; San Jose, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontics, Tri-County Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Bietsch has been a dentist since 1999. When he's not creating beautiful smiles, he is spending time with his son. In his spare time, you will usually catch him doing something active outside or working on his house. He enjoys playing and watching any and all sports, especially football. His friends and family are his priority.

Personal Quote

“I believe a great smile creates pride in a patient’s self-image and will open doors for them throughout their lives. That’s what makes my practice so rewarding to me.”

DDS

Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY

BS

Biology & Sociology, UC Riverside, Riverside, CA

Residency

General Practice, Sepulveda Veterans Affairs Hospital; Periodontics, West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Hospital

Personal Bio

Dr. Yun has been practicing dentistry since 2006.

Achievements

Chief Resident, Periodontic Department

Patient Impact

"I once had a diabetic patient who presented with generalized severe chronic adult periodontitis. His oral hygiene was non-existent. After full-mouth osseous surgery and debridement, the patient transformed into a new person. During subsequent follow-up and recall visits, he not only kept his mouth remarkably clean, but he also changed and improved his entire outer appearance. He had his hair styled, got new sleeker looking glasses, got a whole new wardrobe, and lost 25 pounds. His diabetic status, which was borderline uncontrolled was now controlled. His hemoglobin A1C decreased from 7.2 to a 5.8 after the periodontal surgeries. He always credited the start of his amazing transformation to his periodontal surgeries."

DDS

University of the Pacific, School of Dentistry, San Francisco, California

BS

University of California San Diego, La Jolla, California

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association , California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Personal Bio

Dr. Seim is married and has two children. He is an experienced oral surgeon as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Personal Quote

"When you come to visit me you can expect quality care in a relaxed environment. I look forward to seeing the satisfied smiles of my patients."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Seim enjoys being outdoors in his free time. He can be found playing golf, snow skiing, or water skiing when not in the office.

RDH

Loma Linda University; Loma Linda, CA

Certifications

Laser certified

Personal Bio

When not practicing dentistry, Allie enjoys volleyball, basketball, and spending time with her friends and family.

Personal Quote

“The patient can expect a friendly clinician who is dedicated to giving the best treatment. The patient can trust that I am here to help guide them with their oral health. The patient can expect thorough treatment with the added bonus of enjoying the entire appointment.”

Personal Favorites

Allie’s favorite ice cream flavor is chocolate and her favorite TV shows are Grey’s Anatomy, Private Practice, and Greek.

RDH

Loma Linda University, School of Dentistry, Loma Linda, CA

Personal Bio

Heather is happily married. She enjoys Going to the movies, spending time with friends and family, and swimming

Personal Quote

"A patient can expect friendly, compassionate, and professional care."