Gentle Dental North Fresno

About Me
Dr. Pootrakul is committed to the highest quality dental care. As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon he appreciates his role in providing pain relief to his patients through often complex surgical procedures. He applies a caring, detail-oriented approach to each patient’s case, taking time to solve their dental issues effectively, and thoughtfully provides treatment options that are specifically designed around each patient’s needs.
Patients that have had traumatic dental visits in the past at other offices, are pleasantly surprised with his kind manner and gentle approach to Oral and Maxillofacial surgery. Whether you are having a simple extraction or all four wisdom teeth removed under sedation you will feel more like you are at a spa then a dental office. His scope of practice ranges from extractions to full facial reconstruction. His education and surgery training allow him to handle the most complex medical and dental cases without the need to go to a hospital.
After graduating from St John’s University, Dr. Pootrakul earned his D.D.S. from the SUNY Buffalo School of Dentistry. He received his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training from the Westchester Medical Center. He also speaks Spanish and Farsi.
Away from the office, Dr. Pootrakul likes spending time with his wife and son. He enjoys relaxing with exercise and is a classic car enthusiast.

Education

B.S., Applied Math–St John’s University
D.D.S.–SUNY Buffalo School of Dentistry
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training–Westchester Medical Center

Affiliations

American Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry

ABOUT ME
Dr. Zierhut says, “I provide quality state of the art orthodontic care in a warm and comfortable environment and using only the most modern treatment methods. I offer compassionate care and go that extra step in making sure that every aspect of your experience is the best it can be. Each and every patient is very important to me throughout the entire process of orthodontic care.”

She received her bachelor’s and dental degrees from UCLA and her master’s degree from the University of Washington in Seattle. Dr. Zierhut has taught at the UCLA School of Dentistry in both the Fixed Prosthodontics Department as well as the Orthodontics Department.

Dr. Zierhut has practiced orthodontics for the last 20 years and is a member of the principal local, state and national dental and orthodontic societies.

EDUCATION
B.S., Physiological Psychology–UCLA
D.D.S.–UCLA School of Dentistry
M.S.D.–University of Washington

AFFILIATIONS
American Associations of Orthodontics
American Board of Othodontics
California Association of Orthodontists

ABOUT ME
Dr. Portales says, “Helping people to achieve and maintain excellent dental health gives me the most satisfaction from my profession. In particular, I enjoy seeing the satisfied smiles of patients when a difficult procedure turns out fabulous!”

After graduating from the University of Kentucky, Dr. Portales received his Dental Degree from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry. He’s a member of the Doctors of Conscious Sedation. He also speaks Spanish.

Dr. Portales says, “In my free time I enjoy bicycling, photography, boating and fishing and exotic travel.

EDUCATION
B.S., Biology–University of Kentucky
D.D.S.– The Ohio State University College of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS
DOCS, Doctors of Conscious Sedation

About Me

Dr. Mallela says, “I take the time to build a connection with my patients in order to correctly identify their needs and expectations. I treat every patient with empathy. I educate the patients and actively involve them in the treatment planning process by explaining the risks, benefits and alternatives of various treatment options. Being a dentist means having the opportunity to bring about big or small positive changes into people’s lives every day!”
After graduating from Manipal University, Dr. Mallela received his dental degree from the UC San Francisco School of Dentistry. He is a ember of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association and the Fresno-Madera Dental Society. He also speaks Telugu, Tamil and Hindi.
Dr. Mallela says, “Away from the office I enjoy Chess, motorcycling, some computer programming and outdoor activities such as hiking & camping.”

Education

B.D.S.– Manipal University, India
D.D.S.–UC San Francisco School of Dentistry

Affiliations

American Dental Association
California Dental Association
Fresno-Madera Dental Society