DDS:

New York University College of Dentistry, New York, NY

BS:

Biology, California State University Long Beach, Long Beach, CA

Personal Bio:

Dr. Manalese is married with one son. When not busy practicing dentistry, he enjoys teaching other people how to solve the Rubik’s cube.

Professional Association:

American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, San Gabriel Valley Dental Society

Volunteer/ Service Experience:

Oral Cancer Walk, Harlem, NY (Spring 2007)

Awards:

Top Dental Resident of the Year Award, Woodhull Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY

Personal Favorites:

Dr. Manalese’s favorite books are “Blink,” “Built to Last,” and “Blue Ocean Strategy,” and his favorite films are “Kingdom of Heaven” and “The Family Man.”

Patient Impact:

“During my residency in New York, I gave one of my patients implant overdentures to stabilize her loose complete dentures. Two weeks later she returned with 2 dozen doughnuts for the office. She was extremely happy with the results and was in tears. She never thought in all her life she would be able to eat doughnuts or any of her favorite foods like steak or corn-on-the-cob. Every time she came back for her dental checkups, she thanked me for how much I improved her quality of life now that she is able to eat her favorite types of food without having problems with her dentures.”

Personal Quote:

“I value the relationships I have with my patients and will commit to the highest standard of care and professionalism. I want to make patients happy with their smiles while providing unequivocal excellence in all aspects of dentistry without sacrificing the integrity of the dental profession. I am committed to excellence.”