Our Doctors

DR. CERISA CLOUSE

(formerly Dr. Moncayo)

Dr. Cerisa is a firm believer in the Golden Rule. She strives to offer her patients nothing less than the type of care she would like to receive—a personal, positive, pain-free experience.

Having grown up in a military family (her father served 20 years in the U.S. Navy), and as a Navy veteran herself, Dr. Cerisa finds joy in service.

She graduated from Stanford University where she became fluent in Spanish and graduated with a degree in Human Biology with a focus on International Health and Development.  After working in the non-profit sector, Dr. Cerisa went on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC where she was on the Dean’s List and was part of the IV Sedation Team, led by world renowned Dr. Stanley Malamed. Through college and dental school, she had the privilege of traveling to over 20 countries and serving others on humanitarian missions in Southeast Asia and Central America as part of the Christian Medical Dental Association.

After dental school, she served as an Officer with the U.S. Navy.  During her entire active duty career she was stationed with the Marines and earned her Fleet Marine Force badge. With over 15 years of experience utilizing world-class technology, and working closely with specialists, she practices the entire scope of general dentistry—from cosmetics and prosthetics, to trauma management and oral surgery.  Her focus of practice is minimally invasive, biomimetic, and cosmetic dentistry.

She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Western Los Angeles Dental Society, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Aesthetic Excellence Study Club, and is certified by the Institute for Advanced Laser Dentistry.  She is also part of the Malibu/Pacific Palisades Chamber of Commerce and American Legion Post 283.  In her free time, she is a mentor to pre-dental students and veterans, and enjoys baking, lifting weights/staying active, and attending continuing education courses. When you don’t see her at The Palisades Dentists, you’ll probably find her around strolling to The Village with her husband, Michael, and their English lab, Mochi.

DR. NAVID NOBAHARESTAN

Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology

Dr. Navid’s journey in dentistry began as a young student with aspirations to learn more about human science and fulfill his desire to contribute to the community. He received his bachelor’s degree in biology from UCLA. From there, he attended the University of the Pacific (UOP) School of Dentistry and piqued his interest to gain expertise in the field of periodontology. He pursued his specialty in periodontics at the University of Southern California, where he also earned his master’s degree in Craniofacial Biology.

As a board-certified, USC-trained surgeon he has been involved in extensive research focusing on new advancements in gum grafting, bone grafting, and dental implants. He also served as a contributing editor for The Journal of the Western Society of Periodontology. He is an active member of the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, and California Dental Association.

As a periodontist, he strongly believes in comprehensive treatment planning in order to improve his patients’ overall health, function, esthetics, and quality of life. He is committed to providing his patients with the highest care and latest technology. His practice focuses on saving periodontally involved teeth, gum and bone engineering, dental implants, esthetic plastic surgeries, and IV sedation.

In his free time, he enjoys exploring new hiking trails around Los Angeles, photography, and making homemade pizza.