About

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Compassionate Care for All

Having grown up only a few miles away from the office, Dr. Anna and Dr. Sia are so excited to be serving their community. Smile Buds is the first pediatric dentistry and orthodontics office in Glassell Park! They wanted to give the community the top-tier, trustworthy dental home they deserve.

At Smile Buds, it is our mission and our goal to ensure all feel welcome at our practice. Smile Buds is not just a name. Dr. Anna and Dr. Sia want you to feel like more than patients, we want you to feel like part of our team!

Get to Know Dr. Anna Shahinian

Dr. Anna Shahinian was born and raised in Glendale, CA where she would one day meet her business partner, Dr. Siyouneh Novshadian on their high school basketball team. Dr. Anna pursued her bachelor’s degree at the University of California, San Diego, and decided to apply to dental school with the dream of one day opening a dental practice near her hometown of Glendale.

After graduating from UCSD, Dr. Anna went on to attend dental school at UCLA where she also completed her Pediatric Residency. Now, Dr. Anna is beyond thrilled to be running a modern, compassionate pediatric dental and orthodontic practice with her best friend and business partner. Dr. Anna loves the teaching aspect of pediatric dentistry. She feels rewarded that she gets to watch her young patients grow and learn at every visit.

Outside of the office, Dr. Anna enjoys curling up with a good book, going to the spa, watching and playing basketball, and spending time with her niece and nephew.

Get to Know
Dr. Siyouneh "Sia" Novshadian

Just like Dr. Anna, Dr. Sia was born and raised in Glendale, CA. Dr. Sia says that playing together on the same basketball team taught them determination and teamwork and brought them together as best friends. It became apparent that their vision for the future was aligned as they headed into college and dental school together, living as roommates at UCSD, with the same dream of one day opening a pediatric practice unlike any other.

Dr. Sia attended the University of California, San Diego where she received her bachelor’s degree. From there, Dr. Sia branched out and moved to San Francisco. She attended dental school and completed her Orthodontic Residency at UC San Francisco before moving back to the LA area. Dr. Sia loves getting to work with her best friend, Dr. Anna, every day and hopes that you feel like a part of the Smile Buds family too. As an orthodontist, Dr. Sia enjoys creating healthy, straight smiles by problem-solving with technology and delivering patient-centered care.

When she’s not at Smile Buds, Dr. Sia can be found working out, cooking, baking, spending quality time with her family, or traveling!

We can't wait for you to join us!

Taking your child to the dentist or orthodontist for the first time is an exciting experience! However, we know that it can also feel a little overwhelming. That is why we are here to help ease your mind by walking you through what you can expect when you come to see us for the first time.

When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by a friendly member of our team who will give you and your little one a tour of our office. Next, you’ll get to say hello to the doctors and other members of the team. But don’t worry, we know it can sometimes take a while for kids to warm up to new people. Our team is patient, gentle, and understanding, no matter what!

Explore Our Office

From top of the line tools and technology to immersive, playful amenities, your family is sure to enjoy your time at Smile Buds. We love teaching curious little ones about our technology and services so be sure to ask away when you see us!

3D Printer

Our 3D printer helps us create extremely precise and realistic dental restorations like our esthetic dental crowns in house.

3D X-Ray Machine

Thanks to 3D x-ray technology, our digital imaging is more comfortable, more efficient, and safer than traditional x-rays.

Basketball Court In-Office

Want to shoot some hoops? Our in-office basketball court is great for getting out the pre-appointment jitters for adults and children alike.

Complimentary Beverage Station

During your visit, feel free to help yourself to a complimentary refreshment from our beverage station.

Ceiling-Mounted TVs

Even the wiggliest little ones will stay calm and entertained during their treatments thanks to our ceiling mounted TVs!

Interactive Play Area

We are all about encouraging play and curiosity here at Smile Buds. So, be sure to visit our interactive play area with your kiddos.

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Giving Back to LA

We love our community and are grateful for all the support we have received so far. To give back and show our thanks, the Smile Buds team supports local nonprofits and charities in Los Angeles and beyond. To learn more about our outreach or to see how you can get involved, be sure to contact us.

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We love helping little smiles grow and shine.
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