General Information

Dr. Ching S. Wang completed his dental training at UCLA in 2004 and received his postgraduate training certificate and Master's degree in Endodontics at the University of North Carolina (UNC) in 2007.  Dr. Wang participated in teaching dental students as a clincial instructor and performed numerous research projects during his residency an UNC.  His research focused on the use of novel disinfectants and dental materials to achieve better success of root canal therapy.  He published 2 peer-review articles and 3 abstracts in the Journal of Endodontics (the most renowned jounal in the Endodontic specialty). He also lectured on his research at the national conference sponsored by the American Association of Endodontists and received distinguished awards for his presentations.  Dr. Wang has practiced in Bakersfield Endodontics since 2007 and specializes in microscopic root canal therapy, conventional and surgical retreatment, and trauma.  Dr. Wang is a member of American Association of Endodontist, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Kern County Dental Society.

Denise has had 22 years of experience in providing exceptional customer service and has taken excellent care of our patients for 19 years.  Denise is our Office Manager and helps keep the office running smoothly.  If you have any questions please feel free to contact Denise and she will be happy to help you.

In Denise's time away from the office, she is an avid horseback rider.  She enjoys quite rides along the Kern River and barrel racing. 

Robin has had 31 years in the dental field ranging from General Dentistry, Pedodontics and Endodontcs.  Robin has taken excellent care of our patients for 5 years.  Robin is our Insurance Specialist and is happy to assist patients with any questions they might have regarding their dental benefits.

When Robin is away from the office, she enjoys traveling, boating and fishing.  Robin and her husband recently enjoyed a trip to Alsaka and had a wonderful time.  She often spends time with family and friends at group functions.

Karen has been in the dental field for 39 years and with our office for 22 years.  Karen was Dr. Smith's chairside dental assistant and had assisted Dr. Smith for the full 20 years.  She now assists both doctors Wang and Odabashian. Karen is also responsible for making sure that the office runs smoothly as far as equipment and supply needs. Due to her extensive experience, she is well qualified for the task.

Karen is an avid Equestrian Trail rider and when away from the dental office you can find her along the trails of the Kern River with her horse Tuffy.  She and her husband enjoy taking weekend trips to enjoy fishing and relaxing at the Huntington Lake.

Lori has been in the dental field for 24 years and with our office for 8 years.  Lori is Dr. Odabashain's main dental assistant.  She is versitile with several responsibilities, so she can be of assistance in many areas in our office.

Lori might find herself a little busier away from the office than at home.  Lori has 5 children, 3 girls and 2 boys.  Lori recently became a new grandmother with the arrival of her grand-daughter.

Lori and her family spend time together enjoying outdoor activities, including camping and going to the beach.

Elizabeth has been in the dental field for 19 years and with our office for 9 years.  Elizabeth was Dr. Bronson's chairside assistant for 6 of those years.  Elizabeth is now Dr. Wang's main assistant, and performs other helpful duties to assist the office in running as efficiently as possible.

Elizabeth enjoys going to the beach and traveling to Europe and New York .  She also enjoys spending time in Orange county with her daughter and son.  Aside from work and family, Elizabeth is also actively involved in several community non-profit organizations, including St. Gianna's and St. Faustina's maternity homes that provide housing and living assistance to young, expecting mothers.  She is also a former minister, who was active in St. Francis' youth ministry.