About Us

Being comfortable with your dentist and knowing that you are in good hands can make your anxiety level decrease dramatically. By choosing our team at Dentist of Newport Beach you have made an excellent decision.

Amit Shah, DDS

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Dr. Amit Shah received his Bachelor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1999 from India. In 2000, he immigrated to the United States. After receiving his California Dental License in 2002, Dr. Shah has been dedicated to providing quality dental care to his patients.

An avid learner, he has successfully completed numerous continuing education courses. He received his Implant training at the Boston Implant Institute in 2006. He is also a certified provider for Oral sedation.

Dr. Shah is a member of several professional and service organizations, including:

  • American Dental Association (ADA)
  • California Dental Association (CDA)
  • American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
  • Indian Dental Association (IDA)
  • Orange County Dental Association (OCDS)

Meghna Patel, DDS

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Dr. Meghna Patel graduated in 2003 from Govt. Dental College & Hospital, India.

She received her California Dental License in 2004, after successfully completing the Board examinations at University of the Pacific. Since then, she has been in private practice. Dr. Patel received training in straight wire orthodontics at Progressive Orthodontic Seminars.

Dr. Patel is a member of several professional and service organizations, including:

  • American Dental Association (ADA)
  • California Dental Association (CDA)
  • American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID)
  • Indian Dental Association (IDA)
  • Orange County Dental Association (OCDS)

Baher Bassili, DDS

Dr. Bassili graduated from the School of Dentistry at the University of Alberta Canada in 1997.  He has completed extensive continuing education since then, with a particular interest in dental implants and periodontal surgery. He has been practicing for 22 years and he loves working with a team of dental professionals – and it shows because everyone loves him at the office as well.

When he is not working, he spends time volunteering for various causes, including a recent dental mission in Antigua, Guatemala. He also enjoys challenging hikes, watching a good soccer match, and spending time outdoors in the company of good friends. He loves to read; his current interests are history, Sufi poetry and mindfulness meditation.

Dr. Bassili is originally from Cairo, Egypt. He currently lives in Irvine, with his wife and 3 kids.

Mittal Patel, DDS

Dr. Mittal Patel is a graduate of  the School of Dental Medicine at the University of Colorado, Denver, where she studied Cosmetic Dentistry, with continuing education in Dental Implants.  She is skilled in cosmetic restorations – both direct and indirect, veneers, crowns, and bridges.

She is inspired by the idea of working for making a huge impact on people’s lives by alleviating their pain and giving their smiles back. She says that the best part of her job is seeing the smiles of her happy and satisfied patients.

In her free time, she likes traveling – especially camping and hiking, and enjoys hobbies such as crafts and henna panting. She is originally from Gujarat, India and currently lives in Corona with her husband.  Her parents live in India and she also has a 7 years younger brother.

Fun Fact: Mittal is derived from the Sanskrit word “Mitra,” meaning ‘Friend’ or ‘ally’, gentle and soft-spoken.

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