Dr. Janette Pinedo
As a typical Southern California teenager, Janette Pinedo liked the beach, her school friends and being active. She also kept a secret. “I LOVED science. For some reason, I didn’t want anyone to know. Girls weren’t supposed to be interested in science…. Read More
Dr. Lorie Mann
Dr. Lorie Mann graduated from the prestigious Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry at San Francisco’s University of the Pacific (UOP) and then immediately put on the uniform of the US Air Force, working as a dentist and officer. For the next six years,… Read More
Dr. Shirley Cheng
Dr. Shirley Cheng, a graduate of Northwestern Dental School (1987), has practiced dentistry for 26+ years. There’s no substitute for experience, and Dr. Cheng has a proven track record, refining her skills in even the most complicated patient procedure… Read More
Dr. Sharon Miyamoto
Dr. Sharon Miyamoto received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC in 1988. She enjoyed private practice while teaching as an adjust professor at the USC School of Dentistry in the Department of Per… Read More
Weini
Born in Asia and raised in Central America, Weini is uniquely suited to work as a Dental Hygienist in a busy Los Angeles area practice. Fluent in Chinese, Spanish and English, Weini communicates the Pinedo difference across the language barrier. Joinin… Read More
Mary
Mary has been the Pinedo team’s Office Treatment Coordinator for 14 years and still looks forward to helping patients every day. She takes pride in her refined communication skills and dedication to superior customer service. She stays active outside o… Read More
Emily
Emily has been working as a Registered Dental Assistant for 6 years after graduating from SCROC in 2011. She is currently working on her BA degree in order to further her dental career and education in Public Relations and Marketing at California State… Read More
Candice
Candice has been with the Pinedo team for two years. She graduated with honors from the USC Dental Hygiene Program in 2006 and prides herself in delivering the very best in preventive hygiene care while always focusing on patient comfort. To stay up to… Read More
Kathy
As a Registered Dental Assistant with Dr. Pinedo for over three years, Kathy has continually refined the techniques necessary to make sure every patient is comfortable and secure. She is also a published poet and keeps busy by volunteering at the commu… Read More
Barbara
Barbara has been on the Pinedo team for over 14 years. She has always liked the dental field and takes special joy in meeting new patients and getting to know their whole families. Quick to embrace the latest techniques, she enjoys watching the profess… Read More
Rosie
In the dental field for 25 years, and with Dr. Pinedo for the last 8 as the Office Manager, Rosie enjoys every day with the Pinedo team. She puts her years of office experience into helping patients with any questions pertaining to dental insurance ben… Read More
Carla
Carla has been a practicing Dental Hygienist for over 15 years. She earned her degree from the University of NY, but is sure that California is the place to be. On the Pinedo team for six years, she feels privileged to not only treat, but to get to kno… Read More
Linda
Linda started her career 18 years ago as a Dental Assistant. In 2007 she earned her AAS Degree in Dental Hygiene. Subsequently, she won a Colgate Star for excellence in the dental profession. In addition to working on the Pinedo Team, Linda teaches bot… Read More
Liz
Liz Grande has been a Registered Dental Assistant for 30 years. The dental field has been a lifelong interest for Liz and she enjoys the interaction with both doctors and patients. Always drawing inspiration from everyone on the Pinedo team, Liz consid… Read More
Connie
Connie’s love for dentistry started at young age. Going to her dental appointments as a little girl were always very exciting for her. Interesting enough, the sounds, the smells, and the intricacies of the dental office captivated her curiosity. She pu… Read More
Jennifer
Jennifer graduated from UEI College in 2013 and has been working as a Dental Assistant for three years. She joined Dr. Pinedo’s team a year ago. “I have to say, I’m proud to be part of a dental team that puts patients first from the moment they walk in… Read More
