About Dr. Lopez
A native of neighboring Huntington Beach, Dr. Lopez received his B.A. from UC Irvine. He then graduated with honors from UC San Francisco dental school. Dr. Lopez spent an additional two years at UCLA to obtain his Pediatric Certificate, where he had the distinction of being Chief Resident.
In 2007 Dr. Lopez had the distinction of being named one of Orange County's
Top Dentists (as seen in Coast Magazine 11/07). General dentists and dental
specialists in this survey were selected by their peers based upon years of
experience, continuing education, manner with patients and physical results.
Dr. Lopez stays involved in the dental community with memberships in the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the Orange County Dental Society.
Some Character Building Activities/Jobs Along the Way! (So our younger patients know that a Pediatric Dentist doesn't just go to school and then directly into practice.)
- Junior Lifeguards, ages 11-13
- Fry Cook, Huntington State Beach concession stand, age 16
- Pantry Cook, Bennigans in Westminster, age 17
- Waitor, Marriott Suites in Costa Mesa, during college
Dr. Lopez and his wife, Jane, are the proud parents of Jordan (6), Jakey (4) and new baby Chloe. When he’s away from the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, playing soccer on the weekends, camping, snowboarding and watching anything on the Fox soccer channel!