Meet the Doctors
OUR MISSION
Redefining Dentistry
Capitola Dental's mission is simple: To provide the best in modern dentistry to it's patients.
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We invest heavily in technology that makes the patient experience easier, better and faster. We strive to continually improve and keep abreast with the latest in dental innovation.
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Dr. Hafid Ortega, along with Dr. Vattadi are here to help provide patient care, in an ethical, compassionate manner that truly has the patient's best interests in mind.
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Dr. Ortega grew up in Campbell, CA. He attended UC Santa Cruz and completed dental school at UOP in San Francisco.
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Dr. Ortega resides in Los Gatos and and loves keeping active with his wife and 2 young children.
Dr. Pedrom Mashaw
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Dr. Pedrom Mashaw is a Bay Area native who developed a natural inclination for building and fixing things, a skillset that has proven invaluable in his dental career. After earning a B.S. in Industrial Technology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Dr. Mashaw’s passion for healthcare led him to pursue a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. His academic journey continued with a General Practice Residency at the V.A. Palo Alto Healthcare System and a fellowship at Stanford University Hospital, where he honed his expertise in treating medically complex patients and advanced dental procedures, including dental implantology, oral surgery, and orofacial pain & trauma.
Dr. Mashaw is dedicated to providing personalized care with a holistic approach, always considering the emotional and psychological well-being of his patients alongside their physical health. His practice philosophy centers on open communication, respect, and compassion, fostering strong relationships built on trust. As a lifelong learner, Dr. Mashaw remains at the cutting edge of dental research and technology, ensuring his patients receive the most advanced and effective treatments available.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Mashaw is committed to giving back to his community. He serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, and is deeply involved in community outreach, particularly in caring for underserved populations with complex needs. In his free time, Dr. Mashaw enjoys traveling, exploring nature through hiking and backpacking, and indulging in his love for cars and Formula One racing, all of which contribute to his well-rounded approach to life and dentistry.
