Board of Directors

Dr. Mayra Urbieta, DMD

 MDP_2413Dr Mayra Urbieta, is a highly trained and skilled periodontist that provides in-office specialty services to offices in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas, performing all surgical aspects of implant dentistry and periodontics.  When she’s not performing periodontal surgeries on her patients, Dr Urbieta works in the veterinary dental field as the Director of Research and Head of Training for Pet Dental Services Inc. Read Dr. Urbieta’s full bio.

Dr. Chad Orlich, DMD

DrOrlich-150x150Dr. Chad Orlich was born in Houston, Texas.  He obtained his bachelors degree in Biological Sciences at The University of Washington in Seattle.  While in Seattle he helped organize the first nationally recognized pre-dental club for the university.  He earned his doctorate in dental medicine from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  Dr. Orlich’s National Board scores placed him in the top 4% of all dentists and earned him a spot in one of the most sought after periodontal programs in the country.  Dr. Orlich dedicated the next three years of his life studying periodontics and dental implants.  Read Dr. Orlich’s full bio.

Dr. Darren Pike, DMD

Dr.-Pike-Bio-Pic-199x300Dr. Darren Pike is a highly trained and skilled Periodontist, performing all surgical aspects of implant dentistry and Periodontics. He grew up in Coral Springs, FL and graduated from the University of Florida with both a Bachelors and Masters of Science degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition. Dr. Pike earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University where he graduated in the top of his class. Dr. Pike was the only recipient in his class to receive an award and scholarship for his educational excellence and outstanding achievement in implant dentistry. Read Dr. Pike’s full bio.

Dr. Stephanie Sur, DVM

surDr. Stephanie Sur was raised here in Almaden Valley. She is a Pioneer High School alumni who then attended the University of California Davis as an undergraduate. She earned two bachelor of science degrees, one in Medical Microbiology, the other in Neuropsychology. Dr. Sur went on to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in January of 2003. She then returned to California to practice small animal medicine, and recently completed her IVAS certification in veterinary acupuncture. Read Dr. Sur’s full bio.

Dr. Talia Pike

Screen Shot 2013-09-27 at 8.01.58 AMDr. Talia Pike grew up in Coral Springs, Florida.
She completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Florida Atlantic University. She obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Pike worked in private practice for three years before returning to Nova Southeastern University to obtain two years of specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry. Read Dr. Talia’s full bio.

Jessica Nicodemo

0-1Jessica is a long-time member of the ASVDT, ASPCA, Founder of Pet Friendly Dental Care, and co-founder of the National Pet Dental Association. Jessica is, by many, considered the best in the field at providing the highest quality of Professional Outpatient Preventive Dentistry (POPD), and has an overall genuine love and compassion for all animals. Jessica has also fostered multiple pets, and provides continuous support for pets that need good homes. Read Jessica Nicodemo’s full bio.

Joshua D. Bazavilvazo

0-1-1Josh is a long time member of SCVMA, ASVDT, ASPCA, and Founder of Pet Dental Services. He trademarked the term Professional Outpatient Preventive Dentistry (POPD), and is also co-founder of the National Pet Dental Association. Read Joshua Bazavilvazo’s full bio.