Highly Specialized Team
DR. ELI FRIEDMAN
Founder & CEO
Co-Founder and CEO of OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers; Prosthodontist and Implantologist
Dr. Eli Friedman graduated from the prestigious Tufts University in Boston, MA in 1998 and continued his education at Nova Southeastern University, where he received his post-graduate certification in prosthodontics. During his time at Nova, he placed thousands of implants; including early and immediate loading with a focus on full mouth reconstruction. Upon graduating, he was appointed Chief Resident of Prosthodontics. His passion to provide patients with life-changing results in one day was the catalyst in building one of the most highly specialized Dental Implant Centers in the United States. OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers was created with the mission of providing patients with full mouth reconstructive dentistry in only one day by using the highest quality materials, technology, and specialized providers in the industry.
The combination of his six years in private practice and his three-year residency in prosthodontics made him one-of-a-kind in his field. In 2006, he lectured and presented extensively on dental implants case presentations and was appointed teaching assignments at the University. Having over 20 years of experience, he is regularly invited to lecture at many local and national dental organizations. Dr. Eli Friedman is married to Dr. Katia Friedman, together they are co-owners of OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers. Dr. Eli lectures nationwide and is a fellow of the Academy of Osseointegration, affiliated with the American Dental Association, and the American College of Prosthodontists.
DR. KATIA FRIEDMAN
Co-Founder
Co-Founder of OneSolution® Dental Implant Centers; General and Cosmetic Dentist.
Dr. Katia Friedman graduated with honors in 2000 in Montreal, Canada and she has practiced in South Florida since 2004. Dr. Katia designed OneSolution Dental Implant Centers to provide a comfortable spa-like dental experience. The comforts offered are known to relax even the most anxious patients; including those suffering from dental phobias. Today, OneSolution offers patients a life-changing experience by safely providing teeth in one day during a comfort-focused procedure; this is inclusive of a surgical team that “hold hands” and a private recovery suite where patients peacefully awaken with their new smile.
DR. NATHAN EBERLE
Oral Maxillo-facial Surgeon
Oral Maxillo-facial Surgeon, Plastic Surgeon and MD
Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S., received his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from the University of Iowa. He then moved to California to pursue his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of the Pacific in California. Once graduating from dental school, he completed his residency in both Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and General Surgery at the University of Florida, where he received his doctorate in medicine.
Dr. Nathan Eberle is a board-certified maxillofacial, general, and plastic surgery credentialed surgeon with 10 plus years of training and experience specifically devoted to aesthetic plastic surgery and surgery of the head and neck. Dr. Eberle is one of only 75 surgeons in the United States with these credentials. His education, coupled with his hands-on experience and an eye for aesthetics, provides his patients with a unique opportunity to dream their smiles into reality.
Dr. Eberle is committed to understanding his patient’s desires, analyzing the patient’s unique anatomical structure and designing a tailored surgical treatment that provides both patient comfort and long term results.
Today, Dr. Eberle resides in Weston, Florida with his wife Michelle, an orthodontist, and their two children, Ellie and Nathan Jr. The Eberle’s are very active and can be routinely seen in their community enjoying fun in the sun.
DR. DOMINIC MOREL
Oral Surgeon
Oral Surgeon
Dr. Dominic Morel is from Canada. He obtained his dental degree from the University of Montreal. He then went on to pursue a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the Albert Einstein School of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, NY. The teaching at Montefiore Medical Center consisted of oral and maxillofacial surgery and anesthesia education, as well as focused training in implant dentistry and related procedures, including bone grafting. After residency, he furthered his training by pursuing a fellowship in orthognathic and temporomandibular joint surgery. His practice focuses on dental implantology, bone grafting, and dental extractions. Dr. Morel also offers IV sedation to the apprehensive and anxious patients. He is an American Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, and a member of several Dental organizations.
DR. MARCELA CARDONA
Prosthodontist
Prosthodontist
Dr. Marcela Cardona grew up in Cali, Colombia until she was twelve years old. She then relocated to Weston, FL with her family. She completed her undergraduate degree at Florida International University in Miami, FL and obtained her bachelor’s degree in Chemistry. She truly loves science!
She then continued her education and received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from New York University in 2015. Dr. Cardona then went on to complete her residency and she received her specialty in Prosthodontics at Nova Southeastern University, where she was named Chief Resident.
When Dr. Cardona isn’t working, she can be found traveling with her husband and son, experiencing life and culture around the globe!
DR. AMY OVAYDI-MANDEL
Periodontist
Periodontist
Dr. Mandel graduated from Universidad Santa Maria in Venezuela, where she obtained her DMD, and decided to further her studies in the field of Periodontics at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now Rutgers) where she also obtained a Masters in Dental Science. Dr. Mandel is also certified by the American Board of Periodontology which is the highest degree of education in her field.
During Dr. Mandel’s training in Periodontics, she learned traditional periodontal therapy (gum surgery, bone surgery, sinus lifting, recession coverage) as well as implant surgery and its associated procedures. She had the opportunity to train on five top implant systems and discover the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of implant manufacturers.
Dr. Mandel continues to get trained in the latest procedures in her specialty. That is why she completed training at the Chao’s institute where she was trained in a new and revolutionary procedure called Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation offering a scalpel free, suture free and graft free technique for treating receding gums. She is one of the few Peridodontist in South Florida trained to perform this procedure.
She has authored articles, which discuss the effects of diabetes on periodontal disease and also implant dentistry and its alternatives. Dr. Mandel also enjoys teaching Periodontics at the Lindsey Hopkins AEGD program where she also delivers treatment to the underserved community of Miami-Dade voluntarily.
Dr. Mandel is married with two sons (Benjamin and Eliav) and a little daughter (Shelly) and she likes to spend every free minute with her family.
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SURGICAL Team
FARLEY
Surgical Assistant
Surgical Assistant
Farley is originally from Boston and he is the second oldest of four boys. He moved to Florida with his family when he was 15 years old and started as a dental assistant a few years after high school. Currently, Farley is working to obtain a bachelor’s of science to pursue his dream of becoming a Dentist. He plays in two different soccer leagues and loves making everyone around him have a good time.
IVA
Surgical Assistant
Surgical Assistant
Iva was born and raised in Brazil and moved to the United States in 1989. Shortly after settling in the United States she began a career as a Dental Assistant. She has over 20 years experience in General Dentistry, Endodontics, Periodontics, and Prosthodontics.
Iva is very passionate about her job and the well being of her patients. She makes sure that her patients always feel comfortable and at ease at every visit. Iva is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and English. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her family. They love traveling, attending church & concerts and having barbeques at the beach.
ARMANI
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Armani has been interested in Dental Medicine ever since she was a little girl. She recently graduated from Concorde Career Institute with her Dental Assisting Certification and plans to continue her education in the field. She enjoys learning all she can and comforting patients throughout their dental journey. In her spare time, Armani loves to sing and spend quality time with loved ones.
ROBIN
Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant
Robin is a homegrown Davie girl and is the oldest of 4 children. She is married and has one son, who is a firefighter/paramedic for the Greater Naples area.
She started in the dental field when she was 19 years old. She has been working in the Tamarac location with Dr. Alan Bussell for 24 years. She enjoys making her patients feel comfortable and alleviates all of their fears and takes the time to know what is going on in their life.
She loves animals and football. In her free time, she likes to garden and barbecue.
DENTAL HYGIENISTS
KELLEN
Dental Hygienist
Dental Hygienist
Kellen Felix is a native Floridian who started out in the dental field as an assistant and has worked as a dental hygienist with Dr. Bussell for the past seven years. Her dental career began early in life. She was the kid who loved going to the dentist! The staff at her pediatric dental office made the experience so fun and comfortable that she found herself lingering after appointments. At 16, they hired her as an assistant.
As an adult, she realizes the dental chair is not a desired destination for most and strives to make every patient she treats feel relaxed, good about themselves and happy by the end of their appointment.
Kellen is married with a one year old son who happily visits the Tamarac office at lunch time. Presently, she’s working to rekindle her relationship with weight training since having the baby. She enjoys dressing up for Star Wars movies, believes in eating well and cultivating good energy for a healthy mind and body.
NIURKA
Dental Hygienist
Dental Hygienist
Niurka is proudly from Miami and of Afro-Cuban descent. She began her journey in the dental industry in 2005 as a dental assistant. She loves making others smile and making visits more enjoyable with her bubbly and energetic personality. During her experience with braces, she sparked a new love for the dental field. This is what drove her to further her education and became a dental hygienist. While studying, she loved educating underserved and underprivileged communities. Niurka prefers to take a more natural and holistic approach to Dental hygiene for those open to seeking this path.
Upon graduating, Niurka was a recipient of the dental hygiene community service award in 2014. The following year she continued her education by obtaining a license expanding her functions to provide local Anesthesia. With this expanded certification, she can provide patients with a comfortable procedure should it be requested. Niurka is bi-lingual and ready to care for both English and Spanish speaking patients.
Niurka is a married mother of 2 boys, Oscar (12) and Elijah (1). When Niurka is not in the dental office she enjoys spending time with her family, listening to live music, and dancing.
ADMINISTRATIVE Staff
BETH
OFFICE MANAGER – PLANTATION
OFFICE MANAGER – PLANTATION
Beth began her dental career about 20 years ago as a dental assistant in Massachusetts. Since that time, she has transitioned into a front office role. She has a kind nature and enjoys helping and interacting with patients. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling with her daughter’s softball team, and reading.
CRISTINA
NEW PATIENT COORDINATOR
NEW PATIENT COORDINATOR
Cristina Front is a mother to a beautiful little girl, Genesis. She is very outgoing and likes to make friends everywhere she goes. For fun Cristina likes to run and spend whatever extra time she has with her daughter.
Cristina has worked in the dental field for a few years now, and enjoys helping people change their lives! She is currently finishing her Bachelors in Management and has an Associates in Broadcasting. She looks towards everyday as a new beginning and also looks forward to the endless possibilities in life. “You are your only limit!”
CHELSEA
MARKETING COORDINATOR
MARKETING COORDINATOR
Chelsea was born and raised in the palm-tree filled beach town of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She graduated from Timber Creek High School in 2009, completing honors coursework in English & Digital Media. She discovered her love for digital design by watching her father work. Today, Chelsea enjoys helping to educate the community about the life-changing impacts of a smile transformation. She works closely with OneSolution® patients to communicate their stories through digital media in hopes that she can empower others to take charge of their oral health and improve the quality of their life.
After ten years in the dental industry, Chelsea pursued a Bachelor of Science in Digital Marketing from Full Sail University in Orlando, FL and was inducted as an honorary member of the National Collegiate Scholars Association. Her creative abilities reach beyond the digital space as she is also passionate about writing, drawing, and playing guitar.
TIARA
OFFICE MANAGER – CORAL SPRINGS
OFFICE MANAGER – CORAL SPRINGS
Tiara was born and raised in Atlantic City, NJ. The eldest of seven and now a mother of two.
In 2013, Tiara graduated high school and applied at her first private dental practice. Later she completed her dental radiology Training and became a dental radiologist in 2014. She began her career in the front desk and advanced to office coordinator.
Tiara relocated to South Florida to escape the cold and seek better opportunities for her and her family. She enjoys working in the dental field and goes above and beyond to make sure the patients are able to understand everything.
Tiara currently resides in Coral Springs. She enjoys spending the weekends with her kids, friends, and curling up on the beach under the palm trees with a good book.
MONICA
ADMINISTRATION
ADMINISTRATION
Monica Garzon, originally from Bogota, Colombia. In college, she majored in Finance and Accounting. She brings positivity, experience, and dedication to our team. Outside of work, Monica enjoys dancing, working out, traveling, and going out to the theatre.
KARLENE
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Karley is a native Floridian and has a 25-year career history in the medical field. She began her transition into dentistry in 2018. She is mom to 2 adult daughters and Nonna to 3 beautiful grandchildren! Karley is very outgoing and jovial, and really loves witnessing the transformations in our patients’ lives. In her free time, she enjoys traveling with her husband, yoga, and mentoring young girls in the community.
Paul Karatzas
Director of Business Development
Director of Business Development
Paul began his dental career in the US Navy as a Surgical assistant and Lab Technician. Then moved on to become an experienced Dental Implant Sales manager. He has led sales teams to success and always kept the patient in mind.
Paul graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelors of Science and also obtained his MBA. He loves to win relationships with Affiliate offices and help grow their practices.
Outside of the office Paul enjoys Paddle boarding and the Beach life with his wife and four daughters.
LAB TECHNICIANS
MARIANA
Smile Designer
Smile Designer
Mariana was born and grew up in Venezuela. After completing high school, her family moved to Miami. She began exploring the field of dentistry and obtained a certificate as a dental technician at Florida National University. After graduating, she began her career in the dental field as a dental lab technician, specializing in digital dentistry. Mariana loves using advanced 3D CAD technology to create fully customized smiles. When Mariana is not working, she enjoys spending time with her son and family.
IGOR
Dental Lab Technician
Dental Lab Technician
Igor began his career in 1995 working for a small family-owned Dental Laboratory specializing in crown and bridge in Israel. While working in the business Igor attended Medical College, where he obtained his degree as a Certified Dental Technician. Igor became a Certified Dental Technician in 1997 specializing in crown, bridge, and dentures. He moved to the United States in 2010. Igor is a dental technician with 24 years of experience in the dental lab industry. He has worked for some of the most prominent dentists and skilled technicians in the United States and Israel. Through the years Igor has participated in numerous study groups and continuing education programs to better his skills and knowledge in Dental Technology. In his free time, Igor enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids.
MAX
Dental Lab Technician
Dental Lab Technician
Max graduated from Medical College in 2009 in Sofia, Bulgaria, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree as a certified dental technician. In 2011, Max obtained his Master’s degree in Healthcare Management from New Bulgarian University-Sofia. After obtaining his Master’s degree, Max taught anatomy and morphology of the teeth at the Medical College of Sofia. Max moved to the United States in 2013. In 2018 he became a certified dental technician from The National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. During his personal time, Max loves traveling and spending time with his wife and daughter.
AKIELA
Dental Lab Technician
Dental Lab Technician
Akiela Joseph is a seasoned member of our staff and graduated top of her class. She is a native Floridian and she has three sisters. In her spare time, she enjoys doing volunteer and community work. Akiela has a rich eclectic taste in music and enjoys working with her hands in various creative arts.
Dallas Team
DR. AN LE
Cosmetic Dentist [Dallas-Fort Worth Team]
Cosmetic Dentist (Dallas-Fort Worth Team)
It’s Dr. Le’s goal to always offer his patients the most advanced, effective, and efficient treatment possible. He has taken hundreds of hours of continuing education every year to stay up-to-date with the latest and greatest in dentistry. Dr. Le has completed specialized courses in implant and cosmetic dentistry. He is also an active member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. An Le attended the University of Texas at Austin for his undergraduate education, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry. He continued on to Baylor College of Dentistry where I received my Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2005.
Today, Dr. Le resides in Allen with his wife, Helena, and their three children, Braylen, Brianna, and Brennan. He is a dedicated family man and when he has free time you can find him in the kitchen cooking or backyard BBQing.
Sasan Khodabakhsh
Cosmetic Dentist (Dallas-Fort Worth Team)
Cosmetic Dentist (Dallas-Fort Worth Team)
Sasan Khodabakhsh, DDS received his undergraduate degree in Biology from University of Texas at Dallas. He further went to pursue his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas. Upon graduating, he further expanded his knowledge and experience by taking residencies with IDIA (International Dental Implant Association) along with year long Texas Implant Maxi Course in Houston. The education provided focused on implant dentistry and related procedures including sinus elevation, bone grafting, and management of compromised patients with complex health histories. He is also a proud member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). His practice focuses on changing patient’s lives through dental implants by giving form, function and beauty to their mouth.
Dr. Jinsoo Kim
Anesthesiologist [Dallas-Fort Worth Team]
Anesthesiologist (Dallas-Fort Worth Team)
Dr. Jinsoo Kim attended University of Washington and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS) in 2005. He decided to further his medical knowledge by pursuing General Practice Residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio where he treated all types of patients including medically compromised patients. He went into private practice for three years after finishing his General Practice Residency where he learned his passion for anesthesia. He attended Loma Linda University to receive his certificate in Dental Anesthesiology, and he became board certified by American Dental Board of Anesthesiology in 2012. During his free time, Dr. Kim enjoys sports, traveling, trying new food and spending time with his family.
Dr. Rashid Beirute-Prada DDS, MDS
Board Certified Periodontal Surgeon
Board Certified Periodontal Surgeon
Dr. Beirute-Prada was born and raised in Costa Rica where he grew up surfing, playing soccer and tennis. He graduated from the Latin University of Costa Rica Dental School earning his Doctorate in Dental Surgery in 2002. He served the community for several years working in rural areas for the Government as a General Dentist. He also practiced in private offices throughout the country until 2005. In later years, he started his family and relocated to Dallas, Texas.
In 2012, he completed his training in Periodontics obtaining a Certificate and a Master’s Degree from the University of Colorado Denver School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Beirute-Prada graduated from the Advance Periodontal Therapies Program with a Master’s in Dental Sciences, a certificate in Advance Periodontal and Implant Therapies and a Certificate in Periodontal Laser Therapy LANAP, as the first residency program in the nation to receive such a diploma. In addition, he received his Intravenous Sedation certificate.
Dr. Beirute-Prada is the owner of multiple dental offices in the DFW area in Texas where he serves as the lead surgeon. He serves the dental community as a Board-Certified Lead Periodontist in his dental offices and multiple Dental Specialists groups nationwide. For more than 18 years him and his team have served thousands of patients achieve their dream smile.
Matilda Lerma
Surgical Assistant [Dallas-Fort Worth Team]
Surgical Assistant (Dallas-Fort Worth Team)
Matilda was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. She is 30 years old has 4 kids, 3 boys and a girl. They enjoy camping in the summer, her kids are very involved in sports, her oldest Christian(14) plays basketball,Julian (13)plays football , Michael(8) runs track and Emily(5) loves Dance! She started her career as a Dental Assistant in 2008 and has been in love with Dentistry ever since. Matilda loves to see patients smiles transform. Patient care is so important to her simply because she is afraid of sitting in the dental chair herself. Matilda is very Passionate and loves learning new things. Nothing is impossible for Matilda, the sky is the limit!!