Meet the Doctors
Ajay B. Setya, DDS, MSD
Doctor Ajay B. Setya started practice as a periodontist in 1995. It is his goal to provide the highest standard of periodontal treatment at reasonable cost in a caring and friendly environment.
Since starting on his first periodontal patient, he has guaranteed that those standards are maintained through regular and extensive continuing education in advanced periodontal procedures.
Dr. Setya is an accomplished and experienced specialist in all aspects of periodontics, including gum disease treatment, bone regeneration, cosmetic and functional gum treatments and placing dental implants.
A long-term desire to help people and have an impact on their lives motivated Dr. Setya to become a periodontist. “I have always wanted to help people in a meaningful way,” he says, “I love restoring my patients’ full oral health and improving their confidence with functional and cosmetic procedures. Old fashion caring and the latest technology are an amazing combination in helping our patients obtain optimal oral health.”
Caring and kind
Dr. Setya is known by his patients for his kind, caring manner and his attention to detail in every aspect of care. Patients have commented that he inspires confidence when he explains what will happen in treatment and he puts them at ease when he answers all their questions.
Education and advanced training
In 1990, Dr. Setya earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at Case Western Reserve University College of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio. While practicing general dentistry for several years, he returned to Case Western in 1992 and completed three years of specialist training and residency in Periodontics, earning his Master of Science in Dentistry Degree and full certification as a Periodontist in 1995.
Dr. Setya spent a year of his residency at Case Western exclusively training in dental implant treatment. He has since completed hundreds of hours of advanced dental implant training and has received numerous certifications in advanced techniques from the Misch International Implant Institute, Spear Dental Institute and the Pankey Institute; three of the most renowned advanced training centers in the country.
Dr. Setya continues to take over 100 hours of continuing education each year to keep up with the latest developments in implant treatment and all other aspects of periodontal therapy.
Training other practitioners
Dr. Setya is a regular lecturer and trainer at dental and periodontal continuing education seminars across the U.S., and will occasionally conduct classes overseas. He has already given lectures on periodontal treatment, gum grafting techniques and dental implant procedures in the Middle East and Asia.
Locally Dr. Setya conducts regular study club meetings for local dental specialists to help them keep abreast of the latest technical developments. He also delivers a training seminar four times per year to over 100 local hygienists in advanced hygiene techniques and successful patient education methods.
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Periodontology
- American Association of Independent Periodontists
- California Society of Periodontology
- Southern California Periodontal Group
- International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- Academy of Osseointegration
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Orange County Dental Society
Community work
Dr. Setya provides dental care to clients of a local organization called “Laura’s House,” a non-profit counseling and transition center for women seeking refuge from domestic violence and abusive relationships. He also provides an annual “Day of Free Dentistry” for needy members of the community as a member of the national “Dentistry from the Heart” program.
On a personal note
Dr. Setya is happily married with three children. When not in the office he loves spending time with his family, playing tennis, hiking, biking and traveling.
Christen S. Bergman, DDS, MS
Dr. Bergman is trained in all aspects of periodontal and implant dentistry including the utilization of the latest biologic materials and technology available in the field. Her areas of specialty and expertise lie in soft tissue cosmetic surgery and laser periodontal therapy. Dr. Bergman strongly promotes total body health and wellness in addition to achieving and maintaining optimal periodontal health. Conservative, minimally invasive treatment options are always employed.
“A collaborative approach to treatment involving the patient, the dentist, and any medical specialists is critical to achieving optimal levels of health. I am committed to being this quarterback for my patients on their road to becoming inflammation-free!”
Education and advanced training
Bachelor Degree: Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA
Doctor of Dental Surgery: Creighton University School of Dentistry, Omaha, NE
Periodontics and Implant Surgery, Master of Science: Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA
Diplomate: The American Board of Periodontology
Professional memberships
Professional organizations: Dr. Bergman is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology, and is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology and the American Dental Association.
On a personal note
Dr. Bergman grew up in Hayden Lake, Idaho, where water skiing and snow skiing became long-time passions of hers. She also enjoys golfing with her husband and spending time with their children, Charlotte and Jacob.
Mohammad Reshad, DDS, MS
Dr. Reshad is a board-certified periodontist who has completed the Periodontics and Prosthodontics program at the University of Pennsylvania. He has over 25 years of professional expertise in dentistry and has earned numerous esteemed degrees, making him one of the few individuals worldwide with dual specialty degrees.
Dr. Reshad brings exceptional knowledge and expertise in Periodontics and Implant Surgery. Complemented by a master’s degree in restorative and aesthetic dentistry. He has a strong academic background, having returned to his alma mater, the University of Detroit Mercy, where he earned his accredited DDS degree and served as faculty.
Since 2017 he has been practicing as a periodontist in private practice, alongside delivering lectures nationally and internationally on bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, and complex cases of Implant treatment planning. In 2022, Dr. Reshad was awarded the honorary title of Fellow of the International College of Dentists. This distinction is typically designated for the top 3% of dentists worldwide in recognition of his accomplishments. Dr. Reshad is renowned for his patient-centered approach and compassionate care, characterized by his dedication to comprehending each patient's distinct challenges and objectives to achieve the best possible long-term results
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Periodontology and Dental Implants Surgery
- American Academy of Periodontology
- Academy of Osseointegration
- California Society of Periodontology
- Fellow of the International College of Dentists
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
On a personal note: Dr. Reshad is happily married. When he's not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, reading, cooking, swimming, biking, and traveling.
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