Dr. John Faia, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1427169515
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About This Provider
Dr. John Faia is a pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience helping children in Monterey, CA stay healthy and comfortable. He earned his dental degree from the University of Southern California and brings a special focus on periodontology—the health of gums and the structures that support teeth. Dr. Faia is currently accepting new patients and is proud to have served his country as a dentist in the Armed Forces Dental Corps at Fort Ord. With a personal journey of overcoming challenges and becoming the first in his large family to graduate high school, Dr. Faia brings both expertise and genuine compassion to his care.
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Education & Training
- University of Southern California Dental School
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 08/31/2006
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Beyond the Office
Served in Armed Forces Dental Corps at Fort Ord
First in his family of seven siblings to graduate from high school
Overcame poverty and hardship in early life
Married to Betty Lou for 67 years
Father to three sons: Dr. John Faia III, Dr. Ronald M. Faia, and Thomas J. Faia
Known for generosity and giving
Loved travel and annually treated sons and their wives to vacations worldwide
Cared for wife with Alzheimer's at home for 13 years without nursing home placement
Lived in Carmel, CA from 1953
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