Meet The Doctors | Burbank, California

Dr. Ronald Abaro

Dentist

Dr. Abaro:

"I tell my team every day that we are so blessed to be in a profession that gives back so much. As unique and challenging as the healthcare industry is, I receive so much gratification in helping others alleviate pain and live a healthier lifestyle.

It's not surprising how many people are afraid of dentistry, and it's always due to a bad experience. Unfortunately, it's the patient who continues with pain and deteriorating overall health. Our goal is to help patients by listening to their individual needs and educating them to take control of their condition. So little by little, they can live a higher quality of life...and maintain it!

And if i'm lucky, they'll teach someone else how to achieve that same health and happiness. A little patience, empathy, and encouragement go a very long way in an otherwise scary situation.

Live well!!!"

Dr. Sherry Shafighi

Dentist

Dr. Sherry, as our patients know her, believes that dental care begins with listening to the patient. Care and treatment must be personalized for each patient and that the patient's concerns must be fully addressed.

She earned her B.S. degree in Physiological Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles where she also got her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree in 2009. She received advanced training in the General Practice Residency Program at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. She is currently a Clinical Professor at the UCLA School of Dentistry.

Her humanitarian approach to dentistry includes volunteering her services for people who do not have access to dental care.

A strong believer of continuing education and constant learning, Dr. Sherry offers her patients advanced, high quality dental care in a comfortable, relaxing, and caring environment.

On her spare time, Dr. Sherry likes to cook, workout, and spend time with her two children and husband.

Dr. Robert New

Dentist

Dr. Robert New pursued his undergraduate studies in Biological science at the University of Southern California (USC). After receiving his degree, he enrolled in the Doctoral program of Dentistry at the University of Southern California where he received his Doctorate in Dental Surgery. He is extremely passionate about his work and is always taking up whatever opportunity comes his way to learn more about modern dental techniques which, allows for the most comfortable care for his patients. Dr. New focuses on all practices of dentistry including restorative care, dental surgery, and root canal therapy. He is not only a well-rounded Doctor in those areas of dentistry but he is also a family man with a big heart. Whether he is doing probono work in Downtown Los Angeles or in the ofﬁce, Dr. New treats each and every patient as if they were his own family and helps create a treatment plan which is most beneﬁcial and desirable to the patient. Dr. New and his team understand the demand for a beautiful smile and fully make it possible for the patient to walk out of the ofﬁce with a newly found conﬁdence. When he is not at the ofﬁce doing what he does best, he likes to play the piano which he is classically trained in since the age of 8. He also enjoys hiking, going to the movies, and watching college football. Dr. New is an avid dog lover and spends most of his free time on the weekend at the local animal shelters giving back. He has a rescued dog of his own and hopes to one day open up a shelter as well.

Dr. Eric Chen

Orthodontist

Dr. Eric Chen graduated from Harvard University and received his clinical training at UCLA where he graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. There, he served as Class President and received his certificate in Dental Public Health. Dr. Chen then went on to complete his Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics at UCLA where he concurrently earned a Master’s Degree in Oral Biology.

His world-class training has inspired him to be both passionate and detail-oriented in achieving the best results for his patients. Dr. Chen’s favorite part of practicing orthodontics is the rewarding feeling of giving his patients increased confidence with their amazing smiles.

Outside of orthodontics, Dr. Chen enjoys giving back to the community through public service and research. He has volunteered with the American Dental Association’s program, Give Kids A Smile, and has published and presented his research on bone fracture healing, osteoporosis prevention, and access to care for patients with HIV.

Dr. Eric Chen values spending time with his family, friends, and his incredible patients. In his free time, he enjoys running, traveling, and partaking in LA’s amazing food scene