OUR TEAM

DR. SAMANEH DAFTARIAN

Dr. Daftarian and her team of specialists are here to help ensure that you receive the dental care that you need – by treating your smile as their number one priority. At Menlo Park Smiles, you can count on us to provide top-quality dental care for patients of all ages. We utilize the latest technologies in dentistry to offer a wide variety of services for your family, providing you with personalized care in a comfortable environment.

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Dr. Samaneh Daftarian

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Kind and well-respected, Dr. Samaneh Daftarian graduated with honors with a bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Houston following two years of her basics at Texas A&M University. She then went on to earn her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the top rated dental school in the nation, UT Health Science Center-San Antonio.

In order to provide her patients with the best options for improving their smiles and in the pursuit of excellence in dentistry, Dr. Daftarian is committed to a lifetime of learning in the dental field. To this end, she participates in many hours of continuing education programs each year, most recently focusing on Oral Sedation, Implants, Cosmetic Dentistry as well as the use of Botox for treatment of Temporomandibular pain. This advanced training allows Dr. Daftarian to insure her patients’ maximum comfort during dental treatment and to discover the latest techniques for creating their best-looking smiles.

“Dentistry is special to me only because of my patients. I know every individual is unique and will spend the time to listen and answer all of your questions. My goal is to give you the beautiful smile you deserve!”

A true “family” dentist, Dr. Daftarian has a young son and a five year old daughter who encompass her entire world. Out of our office, she enjoys reading, painting, and spending time with her husband Moe, her family and friends.

Dr. Sohail Saghezchi

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Sohail Saghezchi is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.

He received his D.D.S. degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 2002, and was honored with the Dean’s Award for graduating salutatorian of his class. He subsequently went into private practice as a general dentist with his father for eight years. In 2010, he gave up his practice and returned to formal education to begin a one-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery internship at UCSF. The following year he began the 6-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program at UCSF. He received his Medical Degree from UCSF School of Medicine in 2015. He completed a one-year General Surgery internship at UCSF in 2016 and graduated from their Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency program in 2017. Following graduation, Dr. Saghezchi stayed on at UCSF as a full-time clinical faculty member.

Dr. Saghezchi practices full scope Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery including dental extractions, sedation and anesthesia, dental implant surgery including zygomatic implants and bone grafting, orthognathic and sleep apnea surgery, maxillofacial trauma, benign pathology and reconstruction, TMJ surgery, and nerve injury with microvascular nerve repair. He’s truly passionate about helping others and cares greatly about his patients and the service he provides for them. Dr. Saghezchi, in tangent with joining our Menlo Park Smiles team, remains the Residency Program Director and Assistant Professor at UCSF.

When he is not working, Dr. Saghezchi enjoys traveling and spending as much time as he can with his wife and two young daughters.

Diana Dorstewitz

Dental Hygienist

“I am committed to making hygiene appointments comfortable and positive”

Diana Dorstewitz is a California native and has been a valued member of our team for over five years. Her focus is on providing high-quality care to my patients and educating them how to maintain great oral health. As a hygienist, her aim is to listen to your concerns and formulate a healthy plan and that will meet with your personal needs, placing high priority on prevention.

Diana graduated with honors from the College of San Mateo was an Associate’s degree in Science. At this time, Diana was proudly accepted into New York University Dental School and was offered acceptance into a DDS program. Her family being the priority, she declined as New York would be too far from her children. She graduated instead with an associate in Dental Hygiene at Western Career College, class of 2008.

Diana has trained Arabian horses in the A rated circuit and had at one time an Arabian horse breeding center. They showed nationally and she was even Region 1 Champion! Currently Diana’s enjoying renewing her tennis game and yoga and walking and cycling with her husband John.

Maria Aboytes

Treatment Coordinator

My professional career spans over three decades and cannot imagine myself doing anything else. I thrive to provide a smooth experience for our patients from their initial appointment to insurance paperwork and follow ups. I feel blessed to joined such a warm hearted team. You will find this is an atmosphere of not only great care but amazing team support as well. I love working at Menlo Park Smiles that truly cares for the well-being of each patient. The best part of my job is seeing the huge smile on a patient face!

When I’m not at work, I love traveling, watching movies, going to concerts, and staying active with my husband and my children.

Patty Wood

Dental Hygienist

Patty Wood has been a dental hygienist for over thirty-nine years and still loves what she does! Educating and taking care of her patient’s needs has been her passion. She is constantly taking continuing education classes to keep up with the latest science and dental research. She recently joined the Menlo Park Smiles team and loves her new dental family.

Patty graduated from the Dental Hygiene program at Cabrillo College. Going to a school near the ocean gave her a love for living in close proximity to the beach. She lives in the Santa Cruz Mountains with her husband and has two grown daughters living in the area.

On her days off, Patty loves to snow ski, hike, and attend her body combat classes. She enjoys traveling abroad with her husband and exploring different cultures. Her most recent adventure was a trip to Viet Nam. Her new past time is playing Pickle Ball with her friends on the weekends!

Veronica Mezarina

Dental Assistant

Veronica has been a Registered Dental Assistant for eleven years. She loves getting to know all of our patients and helping Dr Daftarian create beautiful smiles. She enjoys travelling, hiking and spending time with her pets.

Her mission is to ensure all of our patients are happy and well taken care of.

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