About our practice

A calmer kind of dental visit

For more than two decades, Riverside Dental has cared for families with one simple promise: we explain everything, we never rush, and we treat you the way we'd want to be treated.

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Our approach

Patient care, three principles

Listen first

Every appointment starts with a conversation, not an instrument tray. Your concerns set the agenda.

Explain everything

You'll see what we see — photos, X-rays, and plain-language options with honest pricing before any work begins.

Recommend honestly

Only the care you actually need. If waiting is the right call, that's exactly what we'll tell you.

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Meet the dentist

Dr. Maya Chen, DDS

University of the Pacific · American Dental Association

Dr. Chen has practiced in Riverside for over two decades and still starts every appointment the same way — by listening. After earning her DDS at the University of the Pacific, she built this practice around a belief that good dentistry is quiet, careful, and honest.

She completes over 60 hours of continuing education every year, with a special focus on same-day restorative dentistry and minimally invasive techniques.

Meet the team

Four people you'll be glad to know

Small by design — the same faces at every visit.

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Alicia Torres

Office Manager · 12 years

James Park, RDH

Dental Hygienist · 9 years

Sofia Reyes, RDA

Dental Assistant · 6 years

Nina Okafor

Patient Coordinator · 4 years

Our office

Designed to lower your shoulders

Natural light, quiet rooms, and no waiting-room chaos.

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Technology & amenities

Modern where it matters

Technology should make visits shorter, gentler, and more precise — never showy. Here's what works quietly in the background.

One visit, no temporaries, no second numbing.

Up to 80% less radiation, and you see what we see.

Blankets, noise-cancelling headphones, and breaks whenever you raise a hand.

One visit, no temporaries, no second numbing.

Up to 80% less radiation, and you see what we see.

Blankets, noise-cancelling headphones, and breaks whenever you raise a hand.

Ready when you are

Come meet us in person

Tell us a time that works and we'll call within one business day to confirm.

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