meet the doctors

Meet the Doctors


Ben Amini, DDS, FAGD

As the founder of CitiDent, Dr. Amini leads by example to keep standards high. He holds numerous certifications and accolades, including the most prestigious commendation a general dentist can achieve: Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry. By attaining this fellowship, Dr. Amini joins an elite group of just 7 percent of all general dentists who possess this distinction. To gain a Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD), Dr. Amini completed more than 500 hours of AGD approved hands-on workshops and didactic continuing education courses and passed an arduous written exam in all disciplines of dentistry. The willingness to voluntarily pursue such a rigorous path speaks volumes about Dr. Amini’s discipline and commitment to dentistry. All the extended learning means that at CitiDent, you will receive expert care from a dentist who is a practitioner and a clinical professor. Dr. Amini is a practitioner who has a sincere dedication to his craft and his patients, while teaching and training the next talented generation of dentists.

Dr. Amini, completed his undergraduate studies at San Diego State University, and obtained his dental degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco, UCSF School of dentistry in 1996. He is a member of numerous local, national and international dental organizations and is currently an associate clinical professor at UCSF, School of Dentistry.

Some of the professional organizations Dr. Amini belongs to are:
 

Dr. Amini is also a past and current member of numerous local and national study clubs in Implant, cosmetic, laser dentistry and Invisalign. Dr. Amini is certified in laser dentistry and utilizes a state of the art laser technology by Waterlase, which in many procedures minimizes or completely eliminates the usage of dental drill and scalpel.

Dr. Amini is one of eight doctors selected for The Align Technology Innovation Leadership Panel in August 2011. This select group of Invisalign doctors advise Align Technology, the manufacturer of Invisalign, on product innovation ideas. These doctors have an exclusive level of access to information about new Invisalign products and services, and are a key source of ideas for new product innovation.

Dr. Amini has an Associate Fellowship status at the World Clinical laser Institute.

Dr. Amini stays abreast with the latest advances in dentistry by regularly attending study clubs, UCSF faculty seminars, and post-graduate continuing education courses in cosmetic, restorative, implant and laser dentistry. Use the following links to read the latest articles and publications from Dr. Amini:

Dr. Amini’s passion is teaching. He also enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling. He is an advanced scuba diver holding an Advance Open Water PADI certificate. He also holds a patent for a safety device in scuba diving.


Jennifer Ngo, DDS

Native Californian, Dr. Jennifer Ngo was raised in San Jose and studied at the University of Santa Clara, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in Biochemistry. Her Doctorate in Dental Surgery was achieved at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco.

A member of the California Dental Association and the American Dental Association, Dr. Ngo works closely with her patients and maintains outstanding clinical standards to ensure the best treatment possible for everyone she sees. She specifically takes time to discuss treatments with those who are reluctant to visit a dentist and help them overcome anxieties. As she strongly believes that dental care is a vital part of overall healthcare, Dr. Ngo not only treats patients, but also aims to educate them on how to clean and maintain their smile at home.

Recognizing that the field of dentistry evolves and advances, Dr. Ngo continues to take courses and learn about new technologies and treatment techniques.

In her free time, Dr. Ngo enjoys science fiction, yoga, sculpting, and cooking. She has participated in humanitarian trips to provide healthcare to rural areas in Vietnam, Honduras, and Jamaica, and can be seen volunteering locally at the Berkeley Free Clinic and San Francisco’s Project Homeless Connect.


Jasselle Cabugao, DDS

Dr. Jasselle Cabugao is a dedicated restorative and cosmetic dentist in the SF Bay Area. She believes her patients deserve the best treatment and strives to provide each patient with personalized, gentle care—just as she would like to be treated. She places great importance on patient education, and advocates for prevention so that her patients can avoid uncomfortable and complicated dental procedures. By providing comprehensive dentistry, she hopes to transform her patients’ smiles, and assist healthy lives as well.

Dr. Jasselle completed her Bachelor’s at UC Berkeley, then obtained her Doctorate at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry (UCSF). She graduated with high honors from UCSF and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society on the basis of her clinical excellence, scholarship, character, and leadership. She is grateful for finding her passion for dentistry through volunteering at various community clinics in the Bay Area.

Dr. Jasselle strives to provide the highest quality of care by using treatment methods on the forefront of restorative dentistry: CEREC Same-Day Crowns, Invisalign, and she is one of the few dentists in San Francisco to be certified in the Bioclear® Technique to treat black triangles and provide long-lasting micro-esthetics. She is undergoing residency with Esthetic Professionals for the Comprehensive Esthetic and Advanced Restorative Program in Los Angeles, CA. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the San Francisco Dental Society.

Raised in the Bay Area, she sees San Francisco as the ideal city for her professional career because she desires to care for, and be near for the people she loves most. Outside of the office, Dr. Jasselle loves spending quality time with her family and church community, traveling, relaxing with a good book, taking advantage of her ClassPass membership, and singing along with her guitar.


Ehsan Rezvan, DDS, MMSc

Periodontics, Gum Surgery, Wisdom Teeth, Implants

Dr. Ehsan Rezvan grew up in Columbus, Ohio. He completed his undergraduate education with a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio State University. He completed and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Ohio State University in 2002.

Dr. Rezvan completed a 3 year specialty and residency program at Ohio State University. He earned a certificate in Periodontics and a Masters of Science in Dentistry, performing clinical research on oral and intravenous conscious sedation.

Dr. Rezvan is Board Certified as a Diplomate of the American Academy of Periodontology and is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology; the American Dental Association; the California Dental Association; the Western Society of Periodontology.

Dr. Rezvan is trained and certified in Intravenous and Oral Conscious Sedation.Dr. Rezvan has maintained a full time private practice in Gilroy and Monterey, CA, limited to Periodontics and dental implants since 2005. 

Dr. Rezvan has been conducting and lecturing for the following local study clubs since 2005:

1. Biomet 3i, Synergy Training Program: Treatment Planning for Dental Implants.

2. Santa Clara Society Advanced Dental Study Club: Multi-disciplinary approach to treatment planning. It meets 6 times a year and moderated by Dr. Curtis Jansen and Dr. Rezvan.

3. Dental Hygiene Study Club: Designed for dentists and dental hygienists. It meets in May and November of each year and the lectures are given by Dr. Rezvan.

Dr. Rezvan believes in offering patients various treatment modalities and possibilities based on latest science and technology. He has a great personality and makes our patients feel at ease for all their oral surgical care including, gum recession treatment, teeth extractions, dental implants and periodontal surgery.

He offers his expertise and care at CitiDent on Fridays by appointment. To make a consultation appointment with Dr. Rezvan, please contact our office.


 

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