Our office is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care. We will make every effort
to ensure that your first visit with us is a comfortable and informative experience. Your
experiences and opinions matter to us, feel comfortable to share with us we are always listening.
Our office is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care. We will make every effort
to ensure that your first visit with us is a comfortable and informative experience. Your
experiences and opinions matter to us, feel comfortable to share with us we are always listening.
At our Pediatric Dentistry practice, we will attempt to schedule appointments at your convenience in
an effort to optimize the experience your child has in our office. It is best to see younger
pre-school children in the morning hours as they are fresher and more cooperative. Since appointment
times are reserved exclusively for each patient we ask that you please notify our office 48 hours in
advance of your scheduled appointment time if you are unable to make your appointment.
Started her educational experience on the East Coast where she attended Temple University for College, where she was invited to be a part of the honors society. She then received her doctorate in dental medicine from The University of Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia. Dr. Vakili completed her post-doctoral training at UCSF, in Pediatric Dentistry, where she served as chief resident and graduated with awards.
Since graduation, she has been in private practice for 18 years. Additionally, Dr. Vakili was also attending faculty at Children's Hospital, in Oakland, where she used to teach the pediatric dental post-doctoral residents and participate in the craniofacial panel. Dr. Vakili also used to teach at UCSF post-doctoral pediatric dental clinic as well as University of the Pacific dental school.
In private practice Dr. Vakili has served as a board member of the San Mateo county dental society, She is also very active in various peer group study clubs where she also lectures to her peers as a licensed continuing dental education provider. During her time off Dr. Laleh enjoys traveling, diving, gardening, and swimming.
Dr. Vakili was named in Bay Area Parent’s Best of the Best every year since 2008!!
Dr. Lam comes from a Chinese-Vietnamese family, but was born and grew up in France until the end of high school. She then moved to the United States where she pursued her undergraduate studies and obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Chemical Engineering and a Master of Science (MS) in Materials Science from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech). After working as a research & development battery engineer for several years, she decided to change careers to become a dentist and has not looked back ever since.
Dr. Lam obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at the UCSF School of Dentistry where she graduated at the top of her class and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) dental honor society. She then completed her residency in Pediatric Dentistry at UCSF where she served as chief resident and received her specialty Certificate. She is now a part-time teaching faculty member at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry.
Dr. Lam and her husband have 2 children and live on the Peninsula. She loves to travel and looks forward to discovering many new places, cultural events, and culinary adventures, both near and far. She enjoys spending time with family and friends. She can also speak French, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Highly effective in preventing decay on the biting surfaces of your chewing teeth, dental sealants are a simple procedure in which a tooth-colored acrylic “coating” is painted onto the surface of the tooth. This effectively “seals” the deep grooves, acting as a barrier and protecting enamel from plaque and acids.
Sealants protect the depressions and grooves of your teeth from food particles and plaque that brushing and flossing can’t reach.
Easy to apply, sealants take only a few minutes to seal each tooth. Sealants hold up well under the force of normal chewing and can last several years before a reapplication is needed.
Dental Bonding
Bonding is an alternative to veneers and can be used as a restorative procedure for teeth that are chipped, cracked, discolored or misarranged.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The tooth is prepared for the procedure by lightly etching the surface and applying a bonding liquid. Once the liquid sets, a plastic resin is applied and sculpted into the desired shape by the dentist. Once set, the resin is trimmed, smoothed and polished to a natural appearance.
CONSIDERATIONS
The bonding procedure can often be completed in a single office visit, and can improve the appearance of a tooth significantly. However, since the plastic resin used is not as strong as your natural tooth enamel, it is more likely to stain, chip or break than natural teeth. Bonding typically lasts three to five years before need of repair.
Childs First Dental Visit
The first “regular” dental visit should be no later than your child’s first birthday. We will gently examine your child’s teeth and gums. X-rays may be taken to reveal decay and check on the progress of your child’s permanent teeth under the gums. We may clean your child’s teeth and apply topical fluoride to help protect the teeth against decay. We will make sure your child is receiving adequate fluoride at home. Most important of all, we will review with you how to clean and care for your child’s teeth.
Fillings/Restorations
A dental filling is a common dental procedure used to repair a tooth that has been damaged by decay or cavities. During the process, the dentist removes the decayed portion of the tooth and fills the space with a filling material, which can be made of various materials like amalgam, composite resin, porcelain, or gold.
The purpose of a dental filling is to restore the tooth's structure and function while preventing further decay. It helps to restore the tooth's appearance and strength, allowing you to chew and use the tooth normally.
Tooth Extraction
A tooth extraction is a dental procedure where a tooth is removed from its socket in the bone. It's typically done for various reasons, such as severe decay, damage, or overcrowding. The process involves loosening the tooth in its socket and then carefully removing it. Dentists may perform extractions for wisdom teeth, baby teeth, or permanent teeth, depending on the situation.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is a cosmetic dentistry procedure used to improve the appearance of teeth by applying a tooth-colored resin material to the tooth's surface. This resin is then bonded (adhered) to the tooth using a special light, creating a strong bond that can reshape, repair, or enhance the tooth.
This procedure is commonly used to:
Repair Chipped or Cracked Teeth: Dental bonding can effectively restore teeth that have small chips or cracks.
Close Gaps Between Teeth: It can be used to fill in gaps or spaces between teeth, providing a more uniform appearance.
Cover Discolored Teeth: Dental bonding can mask stains or discoloration on the tooth's surface, improving its color and overall aesthetic.
Change Tooth Shape: Dentists use bonding to alter the shape or length of teeth for a more harmonious smile.
Inlays & Onlays
Inlays and onlays can be made of porcelain, gold, or composite resin. These pieces are bonded to the damaged area of the tooth. An inlay, which is similar to a filling, is used inside the cusp tips of the tooth. An onlay is a more substantial reconstruction, similar to the inlay but extending out over one or more of the cusps of the tooth.