Dr. Sameen Zarrabi, D.M.D.

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1376835983

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Contact Information

Address

355 K ST
#A
Chula Vista, CA 91911

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Patient Rating

4.3/ 5.0(6 reviews)

Rating sources

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About This Provider

Dr. Sameen Zarrabi, known to many as "Dr. Z," is a pediatric dentist serving Chula Vista with 15 years of experience and a special passion for helping children feel comfortable at the dentist. She earned her dental degree from UNLV with honors and completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry, where she also earned a Master's Degree in Oral Biology. As a board-certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Z focuses on prevention, restorative care, and special needs children, and she has expertise in sedation dentistry for anxious patients and pediatric dental emergencies. She's deeply involved in her community—founding the San Diego Pediatric Dental Club to connect local pediatric dentists—and she's currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • UNLV School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Medicine, 2011 (cum laude)
  • Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry - Pediatric Dental Residency, 2013 (Master's Degree in Oral Biology, Certificate of Specialty in Pediatric Dentistry)
  • University of Nevada, Las Vegas - Undergraduate (Dean's List)

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
What does Board Certified mean?

Credential: D.M.D.

NPI registered: 05/15/2011

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryPreventionRestorative dentistrySpecial needs childrenSedation dentistryPediatric dental emergencies

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)
  • American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD)
  • San Diego Pediatric Dental Club (Founder)

Awards & Recognition

  • 2011 Eleanor J. Bushee Student Award for Academic Excellence and Outstanding Leadership
  • American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Student Award of Merit

Beyond the Office

Founded San Diego Pediatric Dental Club in 2014

Active community volunteer

Founder and President of Diversity Dental Club (dental school)

President of local AAPD chapter (dental school)

Vice President of AAWD (dental school)

Originally from Las Vegas

Known as 'Dr. Z'

Married with 2 children

Enjoys daily walks with family

Enjoys watching movies

Enjoys trying new restaurants

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