Dr. Doug Kong has enjoyed treating generations of families over the years. A native of San Jose, he attended the University of California at Davis and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. He continuously supports his education with many classes in restorative, cosmetic, and implant dentistry.

“I strive to provide quality dental care in a comfortable environment. Through clear communication, detailed patient education, and a gentle touch, I try to create a positive dental experience for all of my patients. An honest and educated approach has gained the respect and confidence of patients since 1975.”

He’s married and has two grown children. In his spare time, as a member of the baby boomer generation that refuses to let age slow him down, he enjoys home improvement projects, fishing, tennis, cycling, jogging (no triathlons – can’t swim), and work-outs at the gym.

Dr. Madana Harvey grew up in San Francisco and moved to Los Angeles to complete her undergraduate degree in Psychobiology at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She went on to pursue her doctorate at the UCLA School of Dentistry. In dental school, Dr. Harvey discovered her passion for working in community health. She enjoyed her time providing dental screenings at various health fairs and participated in an externship with the Indian Health Services where she provided dental services to the local Native American population in Maine. Upon graduation from dental school, Dr. Harvey continued her post-graduate training at the UCLA Venice Dental Center where she received her certificate for Advanced Education in General Dentistry.

Dr. Harvey later moved to New Mexico to work at a community health clinic in association with the National Health Service Corp. After four years in the desert, Dr. Harvey relocated back to the Bay Area to be closer to her friends and family. Dr. Harvey’s philosophy is based on a commitment to providing patients with high quality, state-of-the-art dental care with excellence and integrity. She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, San Mateo Dental Society, and Spear Study Club.

During her spare time, Dr. Harvey enjoys catching up on movies, listening to live music, learning to play the ukulele, cooking, eating more than cooking, and shuttling her kids around all over town. 

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Dr. Ariel Canda received her Bachelors degree in Biology at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas and continued to the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry for her doctorate. She moved to Orange County after graduating from dental school to give the warmer weather and the change of environment a try. After practicing there, she realized how much she loved the Bay Area and decided to move back to establish her career and her life.

Dr. Canda understands the importance of spending the extra time with patients to make sure they are well-educated about their treatment and the overall health of their teeth and gums. She always wants to make sure that her patients walk out of each appointment with all their questions answered. She also loves getting to know each of her patients and making their dental visit as enjoyable and as comfortable as possible.

She grew up as an Air Force brat but calls Las Vegas, Nevada her hometown. She visits her family in Vegas whenever she gets the chance. If she’s not home working on an arts and crafts project or binge watching her TV shows (or doing both at the same time), you will probably find her at Michaels, at an ice cream shop, in a kickboxing class, or at Disneyland!

Dr. Leslie Tam grew up in Los Gatos and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from UCLA. She went on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco and furthered her education and training by completing an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency in Oakland, CA. As a member of the California Dental Association and American Dental Association as well as an avid student of the Kois Center for dental education, Dr. Tam is committed to continuing her education and providing quality comprehensive care that is unique to each patient.

Dr. Tam’s mission is to consistently deliver the highest level of comprehensive care to her patients while continually expanding her education to be able to refine her knowledge and skill set. She prides herself in prioritizing the needs of her patients and most importantly treating all patients as if they were her own family. During each visit, she will go out of her way to ensure your comfort and trust and hopes to build long lasting relationships with each and every one of her patients.

In her spare time, Dr. Tam enjoys staying active with CrossFit, running, yoga, and skiing. As a Bay Area native, she enjoys rooting for the Niners and the Sharks and is aspiring to learn golf one day!

Dr. Navreena Sahota was born and raised in the bay area. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences degree from the University of the Pacific in Stockton. She then continued on for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco. Go Tigers!

Dr. Navreena Sahota pursued a career in dentistry because of her experience as an orthodontics patient. Her case was challenging, and she remembers guarding her smile or avoiding smiling all together until her treatment was completed. She found that her straight smile gave her new confidence and inspired her to become a dentist to hopefully instill the same confidence in others through her work. Dr. Sahota has one primary goal for her career: to change the stereotypical patient outlook on dentistry. She plans to make her patients more comfortable and help them overcome dental phobias by putting an emphasis on patient education. She considers it extremely important that she ensures her patients actually understand their oral health and their options, rather than simply informing them of the recommended treatment. Ideally, she wants each patient to enjoy their visit and know that she will give them the same amount of focus and attention she would give her family.

Dr. Sahota enjoys giving back to her community and has traveled to Kenya to serve the underprivileged during a dental mission trip. In the future, she hopes to travel to more countries to continue helping those in need. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, reading, and traveling to explore new places and trying new cuisines.

Dr. Pauline Tran was born and raised in San Jose, CA. She earned her bachelor's degree in Environmental Toxicology, with a minor in Chicano Studies, from UC Davis before pursuing her Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. Her diverse academic background demonstrates her dedication to both the scientific and humanistic aspects of her field and provides her with a unique perspective on how environmental factors and cultural context impact oral health, enabling her to deliver more holistic and culturally sensitive care. Now back in her hometown, she is proud to serve the community she knows and loves at Willow Glen Dental.

Dr. Pauline is committed to providing a comfortable and informative experience for her patients. She values prevention and patient education and is dedicated to providing each patient with compassionate, empathetic, and exceptional personalized care. A lifelong learner, she constantly seeks new ways to enhance her skills and better serve her patients. She emphasizes a comprehensive approach to dental care, focusing on both esthetics and function. Her meticulous attention to detail and genuine care for her patients ensure that every treatment is tailored to their unique needs.

Outside of the office, Dr. Pauline leads an active life through fitness and nutrition. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking up new recipes, discovering the latest restaurant gems, refining her golf swing, indulging in reality TV, and teaching her German Shepherd new tricks.

Dr. Philip Nam received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from University of California, San Francisco.  Then he received his periodontics and implantology training and masters at Stony Brook University in New York.  

He is a board-certified Periodontist, certified moderate IV sedation, certified Vestibular Incision Subperiosteal Tunnel Access (VISTA) clinical for Periodontal & Peri-Implant Plastic Surgery, and certified Dental LASER therapy.  He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry, International Association of Dental Research, American Dental Association, and California Dental Association.  

Dr. Nam enjoys sharing his professional knowledge in Periodontics and Implantology with his patients and dental colleagues.  Dr. Nam’s top priority is to educate patients, allowing them to choose the best treatment, and to provide ethical care based on evidence-based research and the most up-to-date technology.  Dr. Nam performs his implant treatments with digital dentistry, which involves minimally invasive 3D planning of ideal implant placement.  Dr. Nam uses Platelet  Rich Fibrin (PRF) protocols to treat various periodontal surgical procedures. Furthermore, he continues to enrich his knowledge in his professional field by taking continuing education courses every year. 

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Dr. Nam has achieved numerous honors and awards, including:

• American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) Foundation - David Steflik Memorial Research Grant
• Stony Brook Presenter Award
• Quintessence Awards
• Clinical Achievement in Periodontics
• UCSF Patient Centered Care Award
• Recognition of 120^th Scientific Session Poster session and Research Competition at UCSF dental Alumni Association
• Honors at San Francisco Scholarship Foundation
• Recognition of Research Fellow at UCSF The John C. Greene Society
  
  

Dr. Nam continues to be involved in various research and publications, including: 

• Long-term Clinical Outcomes of Periodontal Regenerative Procedure: A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis 
• Evaluation CBCT Accuracy In-vitro Using Different Radiological Devices 
• Impact of Kilovoltage-Peak Setting on Implant Measurement Accuracy In Vitro
• Impact of Voxel-Size in CBCT Dental Implant Measurements In Vitro
• Outcomes of Metal-Ceramic Versus Metal-Acrylic Resin Implant-Supported Fixed Complete Dental Prostheses: Systematic review and Meta-analysis of Biological Complications and Patient-centered Outcomes
  
  

Dr. Nam continues to teach and present various dental topics, including: 

• Implant and Periodontology Faculty of  11^th Gangnam Implant Academy Live Surgery Couse
• Implant and Periodontology Faculty of  12^th Gangnam Implant Academy Live Surgery Couse
• Implant and Periodontology Faculty of  35^th Gangnam Implant Academy Live Surgery Couse
• Guest speaker for the clinical trial of “Periodontal Regeneration: Achieving Success Through Tissue Engineering” in Seoul National University, South Korea.
  
  

Dr. Nam is looking forward to helping each and every patient achieve a healthy smile. 

Dr. Betita was raised in Madera, CA in the San Joaquin Valley. She attended the University of California, Irvine, for her undergraduate education and she received her Degree in Dentistry from UC San Francisco in 2007. She entered the US Air Force directly from dental school. Her commitment to excellence didn't stop there – she further honed her skills through a rigorous AEGD 1-year residency in the Air Force, with training in IV sedation and complicated wisdom tooth extractions. While in the military, she was stationed in South Korea and Italy for a cumulative 5 years. While overseas, she enjoyed visiting several countries and learning about different cultures.

Dr. Betita's dedication to oral health goes beyond the clinic doors. She made a significant impact on her community by sharing her expertise during the challenging times of the pandemic. In 2020, she presented the Sonoma County Public Health Presentation titled "How to Maintain Your Dental Health at Home during the Pandemic with Dr. Gina Betita," even providing a Spanish version for wider accessibility. Her contributions to SocoEmergency.org showcased her commitment to the well-being of her community.

Not only is Dr. Gina Betita highly skilled, but she's also a warm and compassionate healthcare professional who understands the importance of effective communication. Her ability to relate to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds sets her apart as a truly patient-centric practitioner. She is beyond excited to join the Willow Glen Dental family and is eagerly looking forward to meeting each and every one of you!

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