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Roger G. Sanger, D.D.S., M.S.

Dr. Sanger earned his dental degree from the University of Southern California (USC) and completed his residency in Pediatric Dentistry and Master of Science in Education from the University of Southern California - Ranch Los Amigos Hospital.

As a former dental officer in the United States Air Force, Dr. Sanger has held teaching positions at USC Children's Hospital in Los Angeles, as well as the University of Colorado Medical Center. He has published numerous articles on dentistry and has authored two textbooks.

Dr. Sanger is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Monterey Bay Dental Society and is a professional staff member of Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital.

Peter C.J. Chiang, D.D.S.

Dr. Chiang, a diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, received his dental degree and completed a residency in pediatric dentistry at the University of California Los Angeles Medical Center. His pediatric dental specialty covers many procedures, in addition to growth and development, prevention, education and maintenance of children's dental health.
A faculty member at UCLA, Dr. Chiang helps train future pediatric dentists one day a month. An active member of the Monterey Bay Dental Society, American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the professional staff at Natividad Medical Center. Dr. Chiang is truly dedicated to his field.

Paul J. Morris, D.D.S.

A Monterey Peninsula native, Dr. Morris graduated from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. Upon graduation, he practiced general dentistry at the Children's Miracle Network Dental Center for two years. He then attended University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) to complete his specialty residency in pediatric dentistry.

Dr. Morris presents numerous lectures on pediatric dental issues to general dentists, medical residents, dental students and the public and has published articles in the professional society journals. He is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association and Monterey Bay Dental Society, as well as the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and California Society of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Morris lives in Salinas and enjoys outdoor activities, reading, gardening and spending time with his family.

Marielena Murillo, D.D.S.

Dr. Murillo received a Bachelor of Science degree from San Francisco State
University, and earned her dental degree from the University of California Los Angeles, School of Dentistry. She completed her residency in pediatric dentistry at the University of Connecticut Medical Center.
 
Dr. Murillo is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, California Dental Association and the Monterey Bay Dental Society. Prior to joining the Central Coast Pediatric Dental Group, Dr. Murillo practiced in the Sacramento area. Dr. Murillo is originally from Nicaragua and is fluent in Spanish.

Kenji B. Saisho, M.D., D.D.S.

Dr. Saisho earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from The University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. Prior to attending dental school, he practiced family medicine for 13 years in Salinas with the Salinas Valley Prime Care Medical Group.
Dr. Saisho received his Medical Doctor degree from the University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School in 1987, and he completed a three year residency in family practice at Northridge Hospital Medical Center, University of California - Los Angeles in 1990, which included clinical rotations at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.  In addition, to being on staff at Natividad Medical Center and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital, Dr. Saisho is a member of the American Academy of Family Practice, American Dental Association, California Dental Association and Monterey Bay Dental Society and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Saisho lives in Salinas with his wife and two sons.

Charles (Carl) Edwin Sackett, IV, D.D.S.

Dr. Sackett is a graduate of the University of San Francisco and earned his dental degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. He completed his specialty residency in pediatric dentistry at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Ohio.
Active in his discipline, Dr. Sackett is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Monterey Bay Dental Society, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and California Society of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Sackett is originally from Sebastopol, Ca. and enjoys playing the guitar, running, and spending time with his family.

Jennifer D. Morris, D.D.S.
Dr. Morris received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of California at Los Angeles,' School of Dentistry. She then completed her pediatric dentistry residency at the University of California Los Angeles. Prior to attending dental school, she graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara with a degree in biology.

A member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association,
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and California Society of Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Morris is abreast of the latest development and trends in her field.

Born and raised in Turlock, California, Dr. Morris lives in Salinas and enjoys walking, music, movies and spending time with her family.

Matthew C. Hamilton, D.D.S., M.S.
Dr. Hamilton received his Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Irvine. He is a graduate from The University of Southern California School of Dentistry (D.D.S.) and completed his Masters of Science and specialty residency in pediatric dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center (M.S.).

Dr. Hamilton is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Monterey Bay Dental Society, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

John K. Chan, D.D.S.

Dr. Chan is a graduate of the University of California, San Diego (B.A.), and the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry (D.D.S.). Dr. Chan was on Active Duty in the United States Air Force as a general dentist for 3 years. He also previously served on faculty at the University of Nevada Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Chan is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, California Dental Association and Monterey Bay Dental Society. Dr. Chan enjoys playing golf and tennis on his free time.

Central Coast Pediatric Dental Group is composed of a diverse team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering the highest quality of dental care to infants, children and teenagers.