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Dr. Janbakhsh was at NIHA from 2000-2024. She was trained at NIHA as a biological and general dentist by a NIHA dentist, one of the leading biological dentists in the country. She has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry and functional orthodontics utilizing a more conservative approach. She believes that a healthy beautiful smile can be a prelude to total wellness.
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