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Dr. Kathleen S. Carson, DDS

Innovator in Integrative Dental Medicine and Comprehensive Patient Care

Dr. Kathleen S. Carson is the founder of Integrative Dental Arts. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Carson emphasizes the profound connection between oral health and overall well-being, providing integrative solutions that promote health, beauty, and vitality.

Dr. Carson’s extensive training and experience underpin her comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care. She is a clinical advisor for Vivos Therapeutics, the co-founder of the Healthy Breathing Initiative, and has her fellowship in Neuromuscular & Physiological Dentistry. Dr. Carson is a certified Buteyko Breathing educator, and an international lecturer on the dentist’s role in optimizing airway and overall health.
Dr. Carson earned her DDS cum laude from the UCLA School of Dentistry, where she distinguished herself with exceptional academic and clinical achievements.

You can view Dr. Carson’s TEDx talk on improving facial development and breathing here

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“It is truly a privilege to practice dentistry today. As any caring dentist will tell you, successfully providing your oral care has always been part art and part science. Scientific knowledge has exploded, giving us better technologies to improve your oral health and your self-esteem – all while keeping you comfortable. This has allowed me to experience first-hand the satisfaction of incorporating leading-edge technology to increase patient comfort and to expand treatment options.”

– Dr. Kathleen Carson
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Dr. Deepali Pednekar, DDS

Dr. Deepali Pednekar moved back to her hometown in Southern California from Illinois in 2022. She attended undergraduate school at the University of California Irvine, where she majored in Biological Sciences, before heading across the globe to attend dental school at Danylo Halytsky Medical University in Lviv, Ukraine. Upon completion of her education abroad, she returned to the United States and relocated with her husband to Chicago, Illinois. She continued to develop her dental education and obtained her US dental degree at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California.
She has been practicing quality dentistry in Illinois since 2015 and now brings her skills, knowledge, and cheerful personality back to California. Dr. Pednekar is committed to serving the health care needs of her local community. Additionally, she is multi-lingual, fluent in Punjabi, Hindi, Ukrainian, and Polish, allowing her to connect with a diverse range of patients and provide exceptional care.
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Meet Our Team

Maria

Patient Coordinator, RDA
Today more than yesterday, what I do is so exciting, and I know I change lives every day. I started in the dental field when I was 18 and have now been in it for more than 30 years. I can honestly say that I love every day I come to work. When I’m not at the office, I love spending time with my two children Rylea and Dylan, four grandbabies, friends, and family. I love golf, animals and the outdoors, camping at the beach, snowboarding, and hiking with my dogs.

jenny

Patient Coordinator, Front Office Manager
I have been working in dentistry since 1981, and I can truly say I still love it. I started my dental journey as a Registered dental assistant and have since worked my way up to Office Manager. I am here to oversee our patients with all aspects of their appointments. From treatment plans, scheduling, billing, and dealing with their insurance companies. One of the most important jobs I have is to make sure your experience with us is the best it can be and to make sure you understand the process. When I am not here, I am busy with my family. I have been married for 25 years, and we are blessed to have both of our married sons and their families (5 grandkids) living within 5 minutes of my house. Life for us is busy but we love it.

carrie

Registered Dental Hygienist

I feel very blessed to have a career that I truly love. As a dental hygienist here, I have the opportunity to work with so many awesome people, and the patients I see each day bring a unique aspect to my life. I enjoy educating my patients on the importance of oral health and the mind-body connection. When I help a patient define their oral health goals, and work with them until they’re met, I know I’ve made a difference. I am happily married and I have two wonderful children. I love to spend my free time with my family, reading, and exercising.

Kirsten

Registered Dental Hygienist
My name is Kirsten and I am a dental hygienist. I have worked in dentistry since I was 17 and it truly is such a blessing to work alongside the team at Integrative Dental Arts. Along with practicing clinical dental hygiene, I teach part time at the UCLA School of Dentistry. What I enjoy most about being a dental hygienist is the ability to connect with people and share my knowledge of dentistry with them. Born and raised in Southern California, I love everything and anything outdoors. When I’m not working you can find me in the Santa Monica Mountains hiking or spending time with my husband and our sweet lab, Ari.

Roxy

Registered Dental Assistant

I have been working in the dental field for the past ten years. Changing lives and building relationships with patients is the best reward of what I do. I’m grateful to be a part of a great, hard working team of women. I have three kids and love to spend my free time with them.

Bella

Registered Dental Assistant
With 14 years in the dental field, I enjoy helping patients achieve their best smiles. Outside work, I love spending time with my two kids, beach vacations, and family soccer games on Sundays. These hobbies keep me refreshed and ready to provide excellent care. I look forward to welcoming you to our practice.

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Dr. Kathleen S. Carson, DDS

Innovator in Integrative Dental Medicine and Comprehensive Patient Care

Dr. Kathleen S. Carson is the founder of Integrative Dental Arts. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Carson emphasizes the profound connection between oral health and overall well-being, providing integrative solutions that promote health, beauty, and vitality.
Dr. Carson’s extensive training and experience underpin her comprehensive, patient-centered approach to care. She is a clinical advisor for Vivos Therapeutics, the co-founder of the Healthy

Breathing Initiative, and has her fellowship in Neuromuscular & Physiological Dentistry. Dr. Carson is a certified Buteyko Breathing educator, and an international lecturer on the dentist’s role in optimizing airway and overall health.

Dr. Carson earned her DDS cum laude from the UCLA School of Dentistry, where she distinguished herself with exceptional academic and clinical achievements.

You can view Dr. Carson’s TEDx talk on improving facial development and breathing here

Dr. Carson also has her fellowships in Neuromuscular & Physiological Dentistry, and Buteyko Breathing. Dr. Carson and her team continually take numerous continuing education programs to keep up to date with science, technology, and exceptional patient care. She is a member or past member of the several dental associations, including:
  • California Dental Association
  • American Dental Association
  • Academy of General Dentistry
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
  • American Academy of Physiologic Medicine and Dentistry
  • American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
  • International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
  • American Academy of Myofunctional Sciences
  • Clinical Advisor for VIVOS
  • Buteyko Fellow
  • Omicron Kappa Upsilon
  • American Academy of Oral Systemic Health
  • International Association of Physiologic Aesthetics
  • Las Vegas Institute Fellow
  • Santa Barbara-Ventura County Dental Society

Dr. Deepali Pednekar, DDS

Dr. Deepali Pednekar moved back to her hometown in Southern California from Illinois in 2022. She attended undergraduate school at the University of California Irvine, where she majored in Biological Sciences, before heading across the globe to attend dental school at Danylo Halytsky Medical University in Lviv, Ukraine. Upon completion of her education abroad, she returned to the United States and relocated with her husband to Chicago, Illinois. She continued to develop her dental education and obtained her US dental degree at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California.
She has been practicing quality dentistry in Illinois since 2015 and now brings her skills, knowledge, and cheerful personality back to California.
Dr. Pednekar is committed to serving the health care needs of her local community. Additionally, she is multi-lingual, fluent in Punjabi, Hindi, Ukrainian, and Polish, allowing her to connect with a diverse range of patients and provide exceptional care. Dr. Pednekar believes strongly in the value of continuing education, and routinely attends various CE courses and participates in the California Dental Associations annual meeting and training courses.
“Being an active member of organized dentistry allows me to provide my patients with a level of care that aims to exceed the standard of care”. Dr. Pednekar says, “Dentistry is constantly evolving, and a practitioner needs to keep up with new techniques to ensure patient satisfaction”.
Dr. Pednekar prides herself in being able to provide quality dental care to all of her patients while educating and growing their dental knowledge. She enjoys working with both children and adults and believes that lifelong dental health can be achieved when the right guidance on cavity prevention is provided. Providing parents with the tools and information to keep themselves and their children at peak oral health is part of that mission.
“A commitment to excellence, understanding patient needs and surpassing their expectations in a relationship-based practice is what I strive for as a practitioner”. Dr. Pednekar says.
  • California Dental Association
  • Chicago Dental Society, Northwest Suburban Branch
  • Illinois State Dental Society
  • American Dental Association
  • Indian Dental Association of Illinois, Former Vice President
  • Delta Sigma Delta Dental Fraternity
Dr. Pednekar resides in West Hills, California with her husband and two young children. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, crafting, dancing, and making informational YouTube videos.
Today more than yesterday, what I do is so exciting, and I know I change lives every day. I started in the dental field when I was 18 and have now been in it for more than 30 years. I can honestly say that I love every day I come to work. When I’m not at the office, I love spending time with my two children Rylea and Dylan, four grandbabies, friends, and family. I love golf, animals and the outdoors, camping at the beach, snowboarding, and hiking with my dogs.
I have been working in dentistry since 1981, and I can truly say I still love it. I started my dental journey as a Registered dental assistant and have since worked my way up to Office Manager. I am here to oversee our patients with all aspects of their appointments. From treatment plans, scheduling, billing, and dealing with their insurance companies. One of the most important jobs I have is to make sure your experience with us is the best it can be and to make sure you understand the process. When I am not here, I am busy with my family. I have been married for 25 years, and we are blessed to have both of our married sons and their families (5 grandkids) living within 5 minutes of my house. Life for us is busy but we love it.

I feel very blessed to have a career that I truly love. As a dental hygienist here, I have the opportunity to work with so many awesome people, and the patients I see each day bring a unique aspect to my life. I enjoy educating my patients on the importance of oral health and the mind-body connection. When I help a patient define their oral health goals, and work with them until they’re met, I know I’ve made a difference. I am happily married and I have two wonderful children. I love to spend my free time with my family, reading, and exercising.

My name is Kirsten and I am a dental hygienist. I have worked in dentistry since I was 17 and it truly is such a blessing to work alongside the team at Integrative Dental Arts. Along with practicing clinical dental hygiene, I teach part time at the UCLA School of Dentistry. What I enjoy most about being a dental hygienist is the ability to connect with people and share my knowledge of dentistry with them. Born and raised in Southern California, I love everything and anything outdoors. When I’m not working you can find me in the Santa Monica Mountains hiking or spending time with my fiancé and our sweet lab, Ari.

I have been working in the dental field for the past ten years. Changing lives and building relationships with patients is the best reward of what I do. I’m grateful to be a part of a great, hard working team of women. I have three kids and love to spend my free time with them.

With 14 years in the dental field, I enjoy helping patients achieve their best smiles. Outside work, I love spending time with my two kids, beach vacations, and family soccer games on Sundays. These hobbies keep me refreshed and ready to provide excellent care. I look forward to welcoming you to our practice.

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