Our Comprehensive Dental Team

DDS

University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry, Minneapolis, MN, graduated from dental school in 1997

BA

Macalester College, St Paul, MN

Personal Bio

Dr. Rygg and his wife, Cheryl, have been married since 1992; together they have a daughter, Brooke, and 2 cats, 2 dogs and 2 part-time horses. He enjoys traveling, horseback riding, scuba diving, and spending time with his family.

Volunteer Experience

1 year at MCRD San Diego, 2 years aboard aircraft carrier U.S.S. Constellation, 1 year at NTC San Diego

Personal Quote

"You can expect to be treated with respect and compassion for the entire time you are in our care. You can expect to be treated to the best of our ability and to be given the highest level of professional service available using the latest of applicable technologies. You can expect, along with that level of care, to have your options for treatment and your dental needs explained to you in a manner you can understand."

DDS

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI

BA

Albion College; Albion, MI

Professional Association

San Diego County Dental Society, California Dental Association, American Dental Association, Illinois Foundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped

Personal Bio

Dr. Harris is married and has one extremely spoiled chihuahua-terrier mix. When not in the office, she enjoys cheering on University of Michigan football, running along the beach, and spending time being active outdoors.

Awards

William Bunting Periodontal Award

Patient Impact

Compassion for the patient, good chairside manner, and very patient.

Personal Quote

“My goal is to make my patients feel extremely comfortable during the course of their treatment. I treat my patients the way I would treat my family, and I strive to make your dental care an enjoyable experience. I know there are many obstacles patients must overcome regarding dental care, and I want to be your advocate to help you get the treatment you want and need –for years to come!”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Harris’s favorite authors are Harlan Coben and David Rosenfelt, and her favorite sport to watch is college basketball, especially during March Madness.

DDS

Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine; Stony Brook, NY

BS

Resource, Ecology, and Management; University of Michigan; Ann Arbor, MI

Professional Association

American Dental Association, American Dental Political Action Committee

Personal Bio

When not busy practicing dentistry, Dr. Brilliant enjoys spending time with his wife, photography, playing guitar, hiking, biking, skiing, and golfing.

Volunteer Experience

Give Kids a Smile, the Nature Conservancy

Personal Quote

“Every patient has individual needs and desires, and we will work together to guide your treatment according to your best interests. You will leave feeling you have received the highest quality of care provided with honesty and integrity and with your concerns fully addressed.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Brilliant’s favorite books are A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius and Barrel Fever. His favorite movies are “Office Space,” “Best in Show,” and “Harold and Maude.”

MD

State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn, College of Medicine, Brooklyn, NY

DDS

Columbia University, College of Dental Medicine, New York, NY

Professional Association

California Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Personal Bio

Dr. Izadi has been practicing oral and maxillofacial surgery since 2003. He and his wife have been together since 1992 and they have 4 children. He enjoys tennis, reading, and traveling.

Achievements

Dentoalveolar Surgery (Extractions), Preprosthetic Surgery, Dental Implants/Bone Grafting, Biopsy

Personal Quote

"Many of the patients that are referred to me are very fearful of having any dental work done for a variety of reasons. I am able to offer a variety of anesthesia options that alleviate most, if not all, of their anxiety about having surgery."

MS

Periodontics, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR

DMD

University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

BS

Biology, San Jose State University, San Jose, CA

Professional Association

California Dental Association, American Academy of Periodontology, California Society of Periodontics, Academy of Osseointegration

Personal Bio

Dr. Sood has been practicing periodontics since 2002. In his spare time he enjoys racquetball, bike riding, hiking, running, and traveling around the world with his wife and son.

Awards

O. Jack Penhall Clinical Research Award, University of Pittsburgh

Personal Quote

"Giving my patients full knowledge of their dental procedure will allow us to work as a team to achieve that perfect smile. With a gentle touch and a relaxing atmosphere, patients will walk out with less pain than they expected. I am here to help patients fight periodontal disease and teach them about the benefits and success of dental implants."

Personal Favorites

Dr. Sood's favorite TV Show is "Seinfeld."

DDS

Georgetown Dental School, Washington, DC, VA

BS

University of Vermont, Burlington, VT

Professional Association

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Diego County Dental Association, American Association of Endodontics, American Board of Endodontics, College of Diplomates of the American Board of Endodontics

Personal Bio

Dr. Walker has been practicing dentistry since 1970. He is married with 2 children and 1 cat.

Awards

Military: Meritorious Service Metal, Bronze Star

Volunteer Experience

San Diego Hospice and YMCA

Personal Quote

“As my patient, you will receive compassion, a dedicated work ethic, and skillful endodontic care. I will always make sure you are completely comfortable and you understand the endodontic procedure.”

Personal Favorites

Dr. Walker’s favorite authors are Tom Clancy and John Grisham. His favorite TV channels are National Geographic, History Channel, and ESPN. He also enjoys watching “24” and “American Idol”. Dr. Walker’s favorite movies are “Titantic” and “The Hunt for Red October”.

AS

Southwestern College, San Diego, CA

Personal Bio

Ricardo is married with two daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time at the park with his daughters, playing basketball, and road cycling with family and friends.

Personal Quote

"I like to focus on the needs of the patient to make a comfortable and pleasant dental appointment."

Personal Favorites

Ricardo's favorite TV show is "The Office," favorite video game is "Guitar Hero," and his favorite music artist is Green Day. He also enjoys watching sports and action movies.