Meet the Team at Pico Rivera Dental Smiles

Meet the Team

SHALINI SHAH, DDS
Team Leader Shah D.D.S

Dr. Shalini Shah is known for her expertise in treating children and adolescents. Dr. Shah received her undergraduate degree at La Sierra and furthered her education in dentistry at Loma Linda. She offers a range of services in both general and pediatrics, including orthodontics, orthopedics, and restorative treatments.

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NEAL JOHNSON, DDS, PHD, DADBA, FACD
Certified Dentist Anesthesiologist

Dr. Neal Johnson is a board certified Dentist Anesthesiologist practicing in Southern California. He provides sedation and general anesthesia exclusively for patients undergoing all dental procedures. He is an entrepreneur, consultant in oral health care and the life sciences and CEO of Hypnos Biomedical –a medical device company.

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APEL KEUROGHLIAN, MD, DDS
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Apel Keuroghlian, is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. He truly enjoys what he does and is committed to enhancing patient care by integrating his engineering, dental and surgical skills and education. Patient care is his first priority. He completed his undergraduate studies with a biomedical/biochemical engineering then furthered his education at USC School of Dentistry, where he graduated among the top of his class. Dr. Keuroghlian found a special interest within the surgical aspect of dentistry. Which led him to furthering his education and specialty in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at UCLA.

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Dr. Lisa Angelici, DMD
Orthodontist

Education
- Bachelor of Science in biology – University of California at Irvine
- Doctorate of Dental Medicine – University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine
- Master of Dental Science – University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine

I love learning and never want to stop. I want to keep making myself better and finding the best new approaches to benefit my patients.
Throughout the year I take a lot of continuing education, through study groups as well as attending meetings, lectures, and seminars. This keeps me up to date on the latest developments and ensures I am providing the best treatment and most beautiful smiles.


Professional Memberships
American Association of Orthodontists
Academy for Orthodontic Excellence
Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Orange County Dental Society

Beyond the Practice
I grew up in Huntington Beach, lived in Pennsylvania during dental school and my postgraduate orthodontic training, then moved to back to Orange County. I’ve lived in Fountain Valley for more than 30 years and have raised my son Jay here. He graduated from Hiram College in Ohio, where he played football for four years. We have a Papillon dog, Kei, who’s a bright light in our home.

When not in the office, I volunteer with the Fountain Valley Community Foundation and enjoy time with loved ones. I also like to travel, golf with Jay, scuba dive, and am an avid scrapbooker.