Meet Dr. Towfighi
Dr. Towfighi is a dedicated periodontist who prioritizes building meaningful relationships with his patients, treating them like close friends and family. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, Dr. Towfighi is committed to providing the highest standard of modern, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Raised in the Bay Area, Dr. Towfighi earned his undergraduate degree at San Francisco State University before obtaining his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. He pursued advanced specialty training at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where he completed a Certificate in Periodontics, a Master of Science in Periodontics, a Certificate in Oral Implantology, and a Certificate in IV Sedation.
As a Diplomate of The American Board of Periodontology, Dr. Towfighi is Board Certified and recognized for his expertise in periodontal and implant dentistry. He is also a Fellow of the Straumann Institute at the University of Berne in Switzerland and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. Over the course of his career, Dr. Towfighi has placed more than 17,000 dental implants across a variety of systems and techniques. He is highly skilled in cosmetic periodontal plastic surgery, advanced treatments for infectious periodontitis, and full-mouth reconstructive dentistry utilizing dental implants.
Dr. Towfighi is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology, the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the California Society of Periodontists. He is a sought-after lecturer, sharing his expertise with professional dental groups and contributing to the growth of the field.
In addition to his professional pursuits, Dr. Towfighi enjoys finance, real estate, and playing the drums. He is a proud father to his son, Parhom, who is following in his footsteps in the medical field and pursing a career in plastic surgery.