When you decide to improve your smile, you start looking for a cosmetic dentist. You search online, ask friends, and read reviews. Maybe you even compare before-and-after photos.
Most patients never think to ask what if their cosmetic dentist isn’t just one person? What if the best results come from a team of specialists working together?
At Premier Dental Care & Implant Centers, that’s exactly how we do things. Our Lancaster dental office isn’t a single dentist’s practice. It’s a multi-specialty team with a general dentist, an oral surgeon, an endodontist, an orthodontist, and a pediatric dentist. That’s rare in the Antelope Valley, and it makes a real difference in your results.
Let’s talk about why your cosmetic dentist should be a team.
The Problem With Solo Cosmetic Dentistry
Most cosmetic dentistry in Lancaster is performed by a single general dentist. They handle the consultation, the treatment planning, and the procedures. For simple cases, that works fine. A whitening treatment or a few bonding procedures doesn’t need a team, but cosmetic dentistry isn’t always simple.
Consider a patient who wants a full smile makeover. They have crooked teeth, discoloration, and a missing molar. A solo dentist can handle the visible work, but what about the missing tooth? What about the bite issues caused by the crooked teeth? What about the orthodontic treatment needed to straighten them?
A solo dentist either refers the patient out or tries to handle everything themselves. Both options have problems.
If they refer out, you’re now driving to multiple offices. You’re repeating your story to each provider. You’re coordinating schedules, and the providers might not communicate well with each other.
If they try to handle everything themselves, they may work outside their expertise. That’s when complications happen. A cosmetic result that looks good at first can fail because the underlying bite problem wasn’t addressed.
What a Multi-Specialty Team Looks Like
At Premier Dental Care, a team of specialists supports your cosmetic treatment. Here’s who’s on that team and what they bring.
Dr. Karim Naguib, DDS – General and Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Naguib is the lead dentist at our Lancaster office. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with honors in 2003. Dr. Naguib completed a general practice residency from 2004 to 2005. He has experience in general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry.
Dr. Naguib handles most cosmetic procedures, including porcelain veneers, dental bonding, professional teeth whitening, and same-day crowns. He’s also a member of the Academy of Implant Dentistry. He’s the doctor you’ll see for most of your treatment.
Dr. Neil Tamashiro-Myamoto, DDS – Orthodontist
Dr. Tamashiro-Myamoto earned his DDS from the UCLA School of Dentistry. He then completed a three-year orthodontics residency at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, where he also earned a Master of Science in Orthodontics.
When your cosmetic goals include straightening your teeth, Dr. Tamashiro-Myamoto plans and oversees that phase of treatment. He determines whether Invisalign or traditional braces are right for you. He also ensures your teeth are not just straight but properly aligned for a healthy bite.
Dr. Farrah Yassi, DDS – Endodontist
Dr. Yassi received her DDS from Stony Brook University in 2015. She completed a General Practice Residency at Stony Brook University Hospital. Dr. Yassi then specialized in endodontics at the University of Southern California. She currently serves as a volunteer faculty member at USC.
If a tooth needs a root canal before cosmetic treatment, Dr. Yassi handles it. She also addresses any dental pain or infection that could interfere with your smile goals.
Dr. Robert Sharobiem, DDS – Oral Surgeon
Dr. Sharobiem ranked in the top 5% of his class at UCLA, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery. He completed his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Certificate at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. He’s certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
If your cosmetic treatment requires tooth extraction, implant placement, or jaw surgery, Dr. Sharobiem takes the lead. His advanced training in reconstruction and facial trauma means he can handle complex cases.
Dr. Marina Salib, DMD – General Dentist
Dr. Salib graduated from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine, where she was recognized as one of the top students in her class and inducted into the OKU National Dental Honor Society. She completed her General Practice Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center.
Dr. Salib has advanced training in esthetics, same-day crowns and bridges, endodontics, oral surgery, pediatric dentistry, and implant dentistry. She’s a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr. Khuong (Ken) Nguyen, DDS – Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Nguyen has over 25 years of experience and has treated more than 11,000 patients. He earned his dental degree from USC and specialized in pediatric dentistry at Lutheran Medical Center.
Dr. Nguyen ensures that even our youngest patients receive gentle, expert care. This matters for families who want a dental home for everyone in one location!
How the Team Approach Improves Your Results
So how does this actually benefit you? Let’s walk through a few scenarios.
Scenario 1: You Want a Smile Makeover
You come in wanting a complete smile transformation. You have crooked teeth, worn edges, and some discoloration. A solo dentist might recommend veneers to cover everything. But if your bite is off, those veneers might not last.
At our Lancaster office, we bring in Dr. Tamashiro-Myamoto to evaluate your bite. If you need orthodontic treatment, we plan for it before placing veneers. This ensures your new smile isn’t just beautiful. It’s also stable and functional.
Scenario 2: You Have a Missing Tooth
You’re missing a molar, and it’s affecting your confidence and your ability to eat comfortably. A solo dentist might place an implant, but they might not be trained in surgical placement. They’d refer you to an oral surgeon.
At our office, Dr. Sharobiem handles the surgical phase. Dr. Naguib handles the crown. You stay in one office, with one team, and one coordinated plan.
Scenario 3: You Have a Tooth Infection
You have an infected tooth that’s causing pain. You want it fixed, and you also want your smile to look better. A solo dentist might treat the infection and then refer you to a specialist for cosmetic work.
At Premier Dental Care, Dr. Yassi handles the root canal. Dr. Naguib handles the cosmetic restoration. You get complete care in one place.
Scenario 4: Your Child Needs Dental Care
You’re looking for a dentist for your whole family. Your child needs a checkup, and you want cosmetic work for yourself. A solo dentist might not treat children.
At our practice, Dr. Nguyen provides expert pediatric care. Your child is in good hands while you work on your own smile goals.
Why This Matters for Lancaster Patients
You have options for cosmetic dentistry in Lancaster. That’s a good thing, because having choices matters. But if you’re comparing providers, here’s what we’d ask you to consider:
- Does your cosmetic dentist have a team of specialists, or are they working alone?
- If complications arise, can they handle it in-house, or will you be referred out?
- Do they have an orthodontist to address bite issues? An endodontist for root canals? An oral surgeon for extractions and implants?
If those things matter to you, we’d love to meet you.
Schedule Your Cosmetic Consultation
Dr. Naguib and our team at Premier Dental Care & Implant Centers are accepting new patients in Lancaster. Whether you want a simple whitening treatment or a complete smile makeover, we’ll create a personalized plan that meets your goals.
Call our Lancaster location at (661) 948-6700 to schedule your consultation, or request an appointment online.
Your smile deserves a team. Let us show you the difference:
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