Dr. Edmund Monsef hails from a lineage steeped in endodontic expertise, having grown up immersed in his father’s practice, a pillar in San Diego's dental community for decades. His academic journey, rooted in neurophysiology at the University of California, San Diego, naturally led him to specialize in Endodontics. After earning his DMD degree from the Arizona School of Dentistry & Oral Health, Dr. Monsef further honed his clinical acumen through an AEGD residency at the University of California, Los Angeles. This pivotal experience ignited his fervor for both scholarly pursuits and achieving clinical mastery.
His commitment to excellence and education led him to serve as clinical faculty and interim director of the AEGD Clinic at UCLA, while practicing general dentistry. During this tenure, he garnered accolades, including induction as a fellow of the prestigious Pierre Fauchard Academy. Despite early success, Dr. Monsef realized his true calling lay in preserving natural dentition, prompting his return to UCLA for specialized training. Today, as a respected clinician and published researcher, he continues to satisfy his intellectual curiosity and promote professional standards through his roles as clinical faculty at the UCLA School of Dentistry.
Dr. Monsef's dedication to his craft is underscored by his pursuit of board certification with the American Board of Endodontics. A member of the American Dental Society and American Association of Endodontics, he specializes in microsurgical endodontics, ensuring precision and care in every procedure.
A true Californian, Dr. Monsef finds solace in nature's embrace, whether riding the waves or carving through the snow-capped Sierra Nevadas. An accomplished musician since childhood, he finds joy in creating and discovering new melodies. As a connoisseur of culinary delights and mixology, he delights in exploring new gastronomic experiences. Above all, he treasures moments spent with loved ones, cultivating cherished memories that enrich his life.
Dr. Spyridon Hasiakos brings a unique blend of clinical excellence and scientific curiosity to Solana Endodontics. After graduating at the top of his class from the University of Illinois–Chicago College of Dentistry, he pursued advanced specialty training in Endodontics at the UCLA School of Dentistry, where he refined his skills in root canal therapy and microsurgical procedures.
His passion for discovery led him to be selected as one of the inaugural fellows of the NIH-funded Dental Specialty PhD Program (DSPP) at UCLA. There, he combined his clinical training with rigorous research in immunology, earning a PhD focused on mechanisms of inflammation and T-cell physiology. His work has been recognized through multiple prestigious awards, including the NIH Loan Repayment Program (LRP) Award to support clinical investigation into the prevalence of apical periodontitis and its associations with systemic comorbidities, and the Knaub Fellowship, a competitive award supporting translational neuroscience research at the UCLA. In addition, Dr. Hasiakos was awarded a NIH K08 career development grant, funding an investigation into how specific immune cells influence oral disease and healing—research that bridges laboratory science with meaningful advances in patient care.
Beyond his scholarly contributions, Dr. Hasiakos is deeply committed to clinical practice. At Solana Endodontics, he integrates the precision of academic training with a compassionate, patient-centered philosophy. His approach emphasizes innovation, evidence-based treatment, and preserving natural teeth with the highest standard of care. Dedicated to the specialty, Dr. Hasiakos is actively pursuing board certification through the American Board of Endodontics and maintains membership in the American Dental Association and the American Association of Endodontists.
Outside of the office, Dr. Hasiakos enjoys travel, exploring new cultures, and capturing his adventures through photography. A lifelong music enthusiast, he finds relaxation and creativity in playing guitar. Most of all, Dr. Hasiakos enjoys visits to his hometown of Chicago, where he spends time catching up with his family and life-long friends.