Meet Our Dental Team
Our experienced staff is the core of what makes our practice thrive. Find out why your friends and neighbors trust us for their family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and implant needs.

At Dr. Galaif’s office in Encino, California, you will be greeted by our friendly staff, whose top priority is to make your visit as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Dr. Galaif is focused on personalized patient service with each and every patient.

Meet Daniel N. Galaif, D.D.S.

Daniel N. Galaif, D.D.S.

Dentist

Dr. Daniel Galaif received his Bachelors of Science degree from UCLA, graduating Phi Beta Kappa, and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from UCLA School of Dentistry. He served as Chairman of the Young Professionals on the San Fernando Dental Society Board of Directors, was a Board member of Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School for over 20 years and served in multiple capacities including President. Dr. Galaif is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Fernando Valley Dental Society, American Academy of General Dentistry and Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity. He has participated for more than 16 years in a mentoring program teaching UCLA dental students. Dr. Galaif was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley; he is married and has four children. When away from the office, Dr. Galaif enjoys Kenpo Karate, Krav Maga, racquetball, snow and water skiing.

Candy Salvador

Retired (former Office Manager)

Candy has been in the dental field since her senior year in high school. Twenty five years ago she started working for Dr. Galaif as a registered dental assistant and three years later began working at the front desk. Helping to make this a successful, family oriented practice was her main goal, since Dr. Galaif had just started his own practice. Making patients feel comfortable and at ease is most important to her.

Elizabeth Garcia

Patient Coordinator/ Dental Assistant

Elizabeth is usually the first voice you hear when you call, and the first face you see when you walk in. She enjoys working in family dentistry and could not be more happy to have found an office that is family oriented. She is also a dental assistant and has been helping patients since 2014. Elizabeth loves spending time with her kids and husband in her free time.

Sandra Najera

Dental Assistant

Sandra has been a Dental Assistant for 14 years now. She was fortunate to have found Dr. Galaif, and blessed to have become part of his team. Dentistry is her passion which allows her to brings the knowledge, proficiency and dedication required to provide the best patient care. Her inspiration, motivation, and pride ‘n joy is her son.

Bao Tran Pham

Registered Dental Hygienist

Tran is a Registered Dental Hygienist from the University of Maryland with over 14 years of experience providing quality dental care. She is knowledgeable in helping patients with sleep apnea and committed to improving her patients’ oral hygiene. Tran is passionate about her work and tailors treatments to the unique needs of each person. She has devoted herself to motivating and educating her patients to achieve a lifetime of optimal oral health.

Azadeh Pourjabbar

Registered Dental Hygienist

Azi graduated from West Los Angeles College as a dental hygenist in 2013. Since joining our team, she has loved meeting new patients and helping them lead healthier lives. Outside of work, Azi enjoys spending time with her family, playing with her kids, traveling and listening to music.