Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

New York University College of Dentistry; New York, NY

BS

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley, CA

Residency

Harlem Dental Clinic, Lincoln Medical & Health Center; Bronx, NY

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Contra Costa Dental Assocation

Personal Bio

Dr. Tran was born and raised in Pleasant Hill. She has been practicing dentistry since 2008. In her spare time, she loves to snowboard, bake, and travel to Europe and Southeast Asia.

Volunteer Experience

Providing basic dental care for families in week long Honduras dental outreach. Also volunteered with numerous after school pediatric dental programs.

Personal Quote

“You can expect personable care from me. I put my patients first, listen to their wants and needs, and make sure they always leave with a smile!”

DDS

New York University College of Dentistry; New York, NY

Specialty Certificate

General Practice, University Medical Center; Fresno, CA

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association

Personal Bio

Dr. Bender has been practicing dentistry since 2004. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, coastal activities, cooking Italian cuisine, hiking, snorkeling, and reading plenty of novels. She also enjoys singing, dancing, and spending time with her family.

Volunteer Experience

Give Kids A Smile, Coastal Cleanup Day

Personal Quote

“You can expect that I will listen thoroughly to your dental concerns and spend a lot of time guiding you into the most appropriate treatment that meets your needs. It is my priority to create a joyful, positive dental experience each and every visit! I may hum you a song as well!”

DDS

Columbia University; New York, NY

MD

SUNY Downstate Medical Center; Brooklyn, NY

Residency & Fellowship

Kings County Hospital Center; Brooklyn, NY; Georgetown University / Posnick Center for Facial Plastic Surgery; Washington, DC

Professional Association

American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (Diplomate), American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Personal Bio

Dr. Rabinovich has been in the dental industry since 2001. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, SCUBA diving, and skiing at Lake Tahoe.

Volunteer Experience

Humanitarian missions abroad and in the U.S. to perform free Craniofacial, Plastic and Reconstructive surgery for children

Personal Quote

“I am dedicated to providing the very best care to each and every patient that I treat. Whether it is an extensive reconstructive treatment or a straight forward procedure, my staff and I take the time to make you comfortable, listen, and understand all of your concerns in order to address them properly.”

RDH

AS; Dental Hygiene; Carrington College; Sacramento, CA

AA

Chabot College; Hayward, CA

Certifications

Local anesthesia and nitrous, CPR, laser certification

Professional Association

American Dental Hygienists’ Association

Personal Bio

Florentina is married with two children and has one dog, a cocker spaniel. In her spare time, she enjoys skiing, running, and spending time with her family.

Volunteer Experience

Sacramento Native American Health Center

Personal Quote

“I am very passionate about my profession, and my success is based on four principles when I treat my patients: knowledge, attitude, value, and motivation.”

Personal Favorites

Florentina’s favorite move is Titanic.

RDA, FAADOM

Professional Association

American Academy of Dental Office Managers
Front and Center Study Club (President)

Personal Bio

Joanne has been working in the dental industry since 1986. She and her husband have two children, Ashley and John Jr., and two miniature American Eskimo dogs, Kassie and Kota.

Volunteer Experience

Civil Air Patrol (Senior Member: 1st Lieutenant), Neighborhood Church in Castro Valley

Personal Quote

“We realize that you have a choice of which dental office you and your family visits; therefore, from the first hello to the last goodbye, it will be our goal to create an environment where you’re concerns are heard. Also we’ll collaborate together to provide you with exceptional dental care in a compassionate manner, paying special attention to the individual needs of patients and their financial concerns. Patients for Life is what we strive for!”

Personal Favorites

Joanne loves to work out in her vegetable garden, go riding with her husband on the motorcycle, and cycling. She also enjoys traveling to Napa to enjoy great wine tasting. Joanne is an avid reader and enjoys various topics such as mystery, suspense, romance, spiritual, and management.