Our Comprehensive Dental Team

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 Southern California; Los Angeles, CA

BS

University of San Diego; San Diego, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association; California Dental Association; San Diego Dental Society

Personal Bio

Dr. Dalton is married with two boys and has a black Labrador Retriever (Sonny). He has been practicing dentistry since 1990, and in his spare time enjoys traveling to tropical areas with nice beaches and cruises.

Volunteer Experience

Assistant Coach for Pop Warner football and youth basketball

Personal Quote

“I like to treat each patient as my own family member, and provide my patients with compassion. I also like to educate my patients on the importance of good oral health leading to overall well-being and happiness.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Dalton’s favorite movie genres are action and comedy.

DDS

Loma Linda University; Loma Linda, CA

BS

University of California Los Angeles; Los Angeles, CA

Professional Association

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Personal Bio

Dr. Nguyen has been practicing dentistry since 2003. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.

Awards

Pediatric Dentistry Certificate

Achievements

Board Eligible, Miami Children’s Hospital; Doral, FL

Volunteer Experience

California Society of Pediatric Dentistry

Personal Quote

“You can expect to be treated like family. I will listen to your concerns and do what is best for you. I love what I do.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Nguyen’s favorite sports are golf, tennis, and basketball.

DDS

University of Southern California; Los Angeles, CA

Specialty Certificate

Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Roseman University of Health Sciences; Henderson, NV

Professional Association

American Association of Orthodontics, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, American Association of Orthodontists Foundation – Regent Vanguard – Roseman University Representative

Personal Bio

Dr. Rashidi has been practicing dentistry since 2008. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, art, music and spending time with his wife and German Shepherd dog.

Awards

USC Dental Dean’s Honor List Award, UCSD Provost’s Honor List Award, UCSD Biological Sciences Student Association Appreciation Award, UCSD Science Symposium Award

Volunteer Experience

Give Kids a Smile; Women’s Fair; Violence Intervention program; UCSD Preuss Charter School tutor; One-on-One program; AYUDA Foundation; Leader, USC DOC program; Executive Health Education Coordinator, UCSD Free Dental Clinic, Head of Executive Pre-Dental Steering Committee, UCSD Free Dental Clinic

Personal Quote

“You can expect to be treated with full compassion and utmost professionalism. I am passionate about your smile, and your satisfaction is my team’s top priority. I assure that you will be provided with the leading state-of-the-art treatment methodology and philosophy in the field of orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. We thrive to make you an avid fan of our practice and please you in your amazing journey of getting the ‘smile’ your heart desires. Welcome to our family.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Rashidi’s favorite sports are soccer and snowboarding.

MD

State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn, College of Medicine, Brooklyn, NY

DDS

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

Professional Association

California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Personal Bio

Dr. Izadi has been practicing oral and maxillofacial surgery since 2003. He and his wife have been together since 1992 and they have 4 children. He enjoys tennis, reading, and traveling.

Achievements

Dentoalveolar Surgery (Extractions), Preprosthetic Surgery, Dental Implants/Bone Grafting, Biopsy

Personal Quote

"Many of the patients that are referred to me are very fearful of having any dental work done for a variety of reasons. I am able to offer a variety of anesthesia options that alleviate most, if not all, of their anxiety about having surgery."

MSD

Orthodontics, University of Washington, Seattle, WA

DDS

University of California Los Angeles, School of Dentistry, Los Angeles, CA

BS

University of California, San Diego, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Education Association, Pacific Society of Orthodontists

Personal Bio

Dr. Sionit is married with a recent addition of her first son, and has a 14lb cat named "Monkey". While not practicing orthodontics, she enjoys food, traveling and snowboarding.

Personal Quote

"I hope to give every patient and parent a thorough explanation of what they can expect from their orthodontic treatment. I am always open to answering questions and I encourage patient involvement in their treatment in order to achieve more optimal results. In the process, I try to keep a happy and upbeat atmosphere in the office so that the monthly visits are positive experiences for everyone involved."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Sionit's favorite book is Blink by Malcom Gladwell and her favorite move is "The Shawshank Redemption."

MS

Periodontics, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR

DMD

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

BS

Biology, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA

Professional Association

California Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, California Society of Periodontics, Academy of Osseointegration

Personal Bio

Dr. Sood has been practicing periodontics since 2002. In his spare time he enjoys racquetball, bike riding, hiking, running, and traveling around the world with his wife and son.

Awards

O. Jack Penhall Clinical Research Award, University of Pittsburgh

Personal Quote

"Giving my patients full knowledge of their dental procedure will allow us to work as a team to achieve that perfect smile. With a gentle touch and a relaxing atmosphere, patients will walk out with less pain than they expected. I am here to help patients fight periodontal disease and teach them about the benefits and success of dental implants."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Sood's favorite TV Show is "Seinfeld."

DDS

Georgetown Dental School, Washington, DC, VA

BS

University of Vermont, Burlington, VT

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Association, American Association of Endodontics, American Board of Endodontics, College of Diplomates of the American Board of Endodontics

Personal Bio

Dr. Walker has been practicing dentistry since 1970. He is married with 2 children and 1 cat.

Awards

Military: Meritorious Service Metal, Bronze Star

Volunteer Experience

San Diego Hospice and YMCA

Personal Quote

“As my patient, you will receive compassion, a dedicated work ethic, and skillful endodontic care. I will always make sure you are completely comfortable and you understand the endodontic procedure.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Walker’s favorite authors are Tom Clancy and John Grisham. His favorite TV channels are National Geographic, History Channel, and ESPN. He also enjoys watching “24” and “American Idol”. Dr. Walker’s favorite movies are “Titantic” and “The Hunt for Red October”.

BS

Indiana University; Indianapolis, IN

Professional Association

San Diego County Dental Hygiene Society, California Dental Hygienists’ Association, American Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Linda has been an RDH since 1974 and is married with one child, two dogs, and two cats. When not in the dental office, Linda enjoys traveling to new places each year, writing, live theatre, and movies.

Volunteer Experience

San Diego Junior Theatre

Personal Quote

“I will listen to your concerns, review your medical and dental history, and provide the best possible dental care with an emphasis on your comfort. I will answer your questions and educate you on how to improve and maintain your dental health.”

Personal Favorites

Linda’s favorite TV shows include Weeds, Dexter, The Big Bang Theory, and True Blood. Her favorite movies are The Wizard of Oz, E.T., and the Harry Potter series. Linda’s favorite book is Gone with the Wind.

RDH

Southwestern College, San Diego, CA

BS

Cellular/Molecular Biology from San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Personal Bio

Matt Feeney has been a hygienist for over 5 years.

Personal Quote

"A patient can expect complete periodontal assessment and evaluation of your oral health, followed by patient specific treatment and education on oral hygiene."

Personal Favorites

TV Show: "CSI" & "Animal Planet"