3 Best Kids Dentists in Berkeley, CA

“Dr. Neil Katsura obtained his DDS degree from the University of California San Francisco in 1984. He then completed a specialized pediatric and hospital dentistry residency at UCSF and Children's Hospital Oakland in 1987. Dr. Katsura holds memberships in various esteemed dental associations, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, The American Board of Pediatric Dentists, and the Golden Gate Pedodontic Study Club. He is actively involved in hospital dentistry and serves on the craniofacial panel at Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland. Now, he practices in Aloha Pediatric Dentistry. Aloha Pediatric Dentistry's mission is to provide high-quality pediatric dental care to children and adolescents in a safe, comfortable, and caring environment.”

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“Dr. Arnold Nakazato completed his undergraduate studies with a bachelor's degree in Microbiology from UC Davis. Later, he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Columbia University, and he further specialized by completing a pediatric dental residency at UCSF. Dr. Nakazato is a valued member of several reputable dental associations, including the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Berkeley Dental Society, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, College of Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Now, he practices in Aloha Pediatric Dentistry. They seek to introduce children to dentistry in a cheerful and fun environment where many patients truly look forward to their return visits.”

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“Dr. Vagan Tapaltsyan is a pediatric dentistry practitioner in Berkeley, CA. He achieved his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of California San Francisco. During his early years, Dr. Tapaltsyan spent time in Europe, attending a foreign language immersion preparatory school, before relocating to the US for high school. He pursued further education and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a BS in Biology from the University of Central Oklahoma. Now, he practices in Berkeley Hills Dentistry. As a dedicated dental professional, Dr. Tapaltsyan is an active member of several esteemed dental associations, including the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Association of Endodontists, American Academy of Sports Dentistry, and American Academy of Laser Dentistry.”

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