Meet the specialist
Dr. Pooya Soltanzadeh, DDS, MS
A board-certified prosthodontist and Loma Linda University faculty member bringing advanced restorative and cosmetic planning to Anaheim.
A path into prosthodontics
Dr. Pooya earned his DDS from Tehran University, completed a research fellowship at UCLA, and went on to advanced specialty education and an MS in prosthodontics at Loma Linda University.
A commitment to learning
Loma Linda University identifies him as a Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists. His master's research focused on 3D printing and CAD/CAM technology for removable partial dentures.
Research and teaching
His Loma Linda faculty profile describes published articles and book chapters in implant dentistry and prosthodontics. The university also lists him as an assistant professor. His research profile includes work on digital denture frameworks, implant restorations, and dental materials.
Memberships and experience
The practice's biography notes that he has focused on prosthodontics and implant dentistry since 2008. He serves on a committee of the American Prosthodontic Society, belongs to the Orange County and Tri-County Dental Societies, and lectures nationally and internationally.
Cosmetic care with a specialist's perspective
Appearance, bite, tooth structure, and long-term maintenance are connected. His specialty background supports planning veneers, crowns, bridges, implants, and complex smile rehabilitation as parts of a complete picture.
Why he chose this work
Dr. Pooya describes prosthodontics as a place where deep knowledge meets curiosity and a broad range of care. He especially values seeing a patient smile with confidence again and sharing in that happiness.
At eye level, without pressure
He says his approach is to sit with patients as an educator and a person: listen, get to know what they want, explain different options, and carry out the chosen plan step by step. He does not want a visit to feel like a sales pitch.
The person outside the office
Dr. Pooya shared that he comes from a family of doctors and is a father of three. He speaks English and Farsi and enjoys family time, travel, soccer, movies, art, and calligraphy.
What this means for your visit
Bring your questions and goals. A useful consultation connects specialist knowledge with a clear discussion of your personal options.
Education and certification
Credentials
Photographs of the original certificates in the office. Select one to see it in full.
Diplomate, American Board of Prosthodontics
Board certified in 2019
Advanced Dental Education in Prosthodontics
Loma Linda University School of Dentistry · three-year program, 2017
Master of Science in Prosthodontics
Loma Linda University · 2018
Fellow, American College of Prosthodontists
December 2018
Further training and memberships
Advanced Prosthodontics Preceptorship
UCLA School of Dentistry · 2012–2013
Active Member, Academy of Osseointegration
Elected in 2020
Speaker, Academy of Laser Dentistry
Annual conference, 2013
Fotona LightWalker PHAST course
Training course, 2022
Fotona NightLase and SmoothLase course
Training course, 2022
