About Our Dental Office | Dr. Jennifer Oliveira (Akagi)

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DR. OLIVEIRA

Dr. Jennifer Oliveira (formerly Akagi) was born and raised in northeastern Ohio. After receiving her bachelor’s degree from Ohio University, she then went on to The Ohio State University College of Dentistry & earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2006.

She is a California Dental Board licensed general dentist, a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Los Angeles Dental Society. She has been providing the highest standard of dental care in private practice serving the communities in Ohio as well as southern California for over 10 years. Her lifelong passion has been to offer a dental practice where the patients come to grow as part of the family!
Outside of the dental office, Dr. Oliveira enjoys spending time with family. She and her husband are both proud graduates of The Ohio State and they are huge Buckeye football fans! They also love finding time to dine out and sip wine while raising two beautiful daughters.

DR. SIERRA

Dr. Karen Sierra is passionate about what she does and there is nothing more fulfilling than finding new and innovative ways of doing dentistry.

Dr. Sierra completed her undergraduate studies at California State University Long Beach, obtaining a degree in Biochemistry. After completing her undergraduate degree she joined the Peace Corps and worked as a Community Health volunteer abroad. After finishing her service she attended the University of South California for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. There she served as President of the Associated Student Body and she continues her passion of volunteering by participating in numerous local and international dental humanitarian projects. Her residency program was completed at Rancho Los Amigos Hospital in Downey.

Between treating patients and furthering her education, Dr. Sierra takes part in extensive community outreach programs. As a Los Angeles native, she is an active member of her local community, giving back to the city she loves.

Dr. Sierra loves to take part in much that this tremendous city has to offer. When she’s not working, she enjoys time with family and friends, being outdoors, and finding local dive restaurants or hiking trails with her dog.

DR. ABA

Dr. Aba obtained her Bachelor of Science from UCLA, majoring in Molecular, Cell & Developmental Biology in 2006. During her undergraduate studies, she conducted genetic research and published her findings.

Fascinated by the combination of art and science in dentistry, and inspired by a lifelong passion for art, Dr. Aba pursued her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at UCLA, graduating in the top 10% of her class in 2010. She further refined her clinical skills by completing a residency program at UCLA and has been practicing general dentistry for both adults and children ever since.

Dr. Aba’s approach to dentistry is rooted in conservative care, emphasizing prevention and recommending the least invasive treatment options whenever possible. She is also a strong advocate for comprehensive oral health, combining wellness, function, and aesthetics to provide exceptional care through both cosmetic and general dentistry.

Patients can expect the highest level of attention, compassion, and clinical expertise. Known for her gentle, sensitive, and nurturing style, Dr. Aba helps even the most anxious patients feel comfortable and at ease throughout their treatment experience.

Outside the office, Dr. Aba is a mother of two young children and lives in the local community with her husband. In her free time, she enjoys visiting art and antique exhibitions, dancing, and hiking along the beach.