Emad Ammar, DDS
Emad Ammar was born in the city of Bourj al Barajneh, Beirut in 1965. He grew up with 5 brothers in Hamzieh and graduated in 1983 from Chouifat High School. Upon graduation, Emad set his eyes towards California in pursuit of a college education.
Emad’s undergraduate years were spent at the University of La Verne through 1986 and went on to graduate studies at the USC Dental School in 1991. During his post-graduate years, Emad dedicated his time to studying periodontics (gum and implant specialist) and received an additional degree in 1994.
Prior to establishing a successful full time private practice in Glendora, Emad spent four years teaching as an associate clinical professor at USC. Throughout his career in the dental field he has also been lecturing nationally and internationally on implants and periodontal diseases.
Emad has remained active within his community for many years. He was elected president of the San Gabriel Valley Dental Society in 2007 as well as president of the Arab American Dental Association in 1999 and 2006. Emad also created and chaired the San Gabriel Valley Foundation, an organization providing assistance for those in need with access to free dental health services. As a result of all of his work in underserved communities, Emad was given the Pierre Fauchard Dentist of the Year Award for leadership and community service in 2009.
While not working professionally in the community or in lecture halls, Emad enjoys spending time with his family, playing soccer, tennis, and travelling. Emad married his wife Nisreen El Turk in 2002, who is a graduate of St. Joseph University with a Master’s Degree in Finance and Banking. They are blessed with three beautiful boys – Kareem, Hadi, and Jad.