Oral Surgeon Arleta
Get to Know Kevin Coppelson, DDS, MD
Dr. Coppelson is the owner of Diamond Bright Dental as well as our practicing in-house oral and maxillofacial surgeon in Arleta. He has been helping ease patients’ anxiety and building lasting, strong relationships with everyone who enters his practice doors for well over a decade now, and he looks forward to continuing to do that for many more years to come! You can read more about Dr. Coppelson’s training and inspiration to join the dental field below.
Why Did You Decide to Become an Oral Surgeon?
Dr. Coppelson’s first run-in with dentistry was when he shadowed a dentist while completing his undergraduate studies at UCLA. He was fascinated by how dental work incorporates both artistry and medicine, and because he loves to work with his hands, he knew this career was a perfect fit for him.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
Upon finishing his undergraduate studies at UCLA, Dr. Coppelson attended the University of Southern California, where he earned his dental degree. He later completed medical school to have dual degrees in both dentistry and medicine.
After his academic career, he received oral and maxillofacial surgery training at the University of Maryland, moved to Houston to complete a Fellowship in Advanced Maxillofacial Surgery at Houston Methodist Hospital, and is now board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the:
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
While he isn’t working, Dr. Coppelson loves spending time outdoors hiking and playing basketball and tennis. He also enjoys traveling!
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