All of our doctors are caring, experienced, and Board eligible Endodontists with extensive knowledge and training in all aspects of Diagnostic, Conventional, and Microsurgical Endodontics.
Dr. Duke Nguyen, D.D.S
After receiving his Bachelor of Science degree at UCSD in 1995, Dr. Nguyen went on to earn his DDS degree at the UCLA School of Dentistry in 2000. He continued his specialty training in Endodontics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. During his stay at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Nguyen was involved in teaching Microsurgical Techniques in conjunction with the use of surgical microscopes. He has extensive experience and knowledge in both conventional and microsurgical endodontics. He is a member of the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), the American Dental Association (ADA), the California Dental Association (CDA), and the San Diego Dental Society (SDDS). Dr. Nguyen and his wife, Lien, have three daughters and one son: Kirsten, Alexa, Emma, and Camden. He enjoys traveling and playing golf with other dentists in the community.
Dr. Michael Do, D.D.S
Dr. Do is a graduate of UCLA School of Dentistry in 2001. He went directly into endodontic residency at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. After finishing his residency, Dr. Do moved back to San Diego and with Dr. Duke Nguyen started La Jolla Dental Specialty Group and South Bay Endodontics. In 2005, they opened their third office, East County Endodontics. Dr. Do is a member of the American Association of Endodontists (AAE), the ADA, the CDA, and the San Diego Dental Society (SDDS). Dr. Do is married with three sons.
Dr. Elenaz Sarshar, D.D.S
Dr. Elenaz Sarshar is a graduate of the University of California San Diego (UCSD) where she earned her BS in Human Biology. She received her DDS from the University of Southern California (USC), and graduated at the top of her class. Dr. Sarshar was accepted to Endodontic residency right after her doctorate degree and completed a two year program in Endodontics at State University of New York, Buffalo. Upon completion of residency, Dr. Sarshar moved back to San Diego to join the team of Dr. Nguyen and Dr. Do.
Dr. Sarshar's committment to the profession was acknowledged when she was welcomed as a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics. She attends local and national scientific conferences to remain active in her field and stay current on the latest research, and cutting edge technology. Dr. Sarshar is a Board member of the American Association of Endodontists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Diego Dental Society. In her free time, she enjoys skiing, yoga, tennis, spending time with family and friends, and most of all, traveling.