Dr. Nathalie Selvanathan, DDS, earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in India, where she began her dental career serving in rural communities. Driven by a growing passion for dentistry, she pursued further education in the United States. She completed a brief internship in Prosthodontics at the University of California, San Francisco, while attending dental school at the University of the Pacific. She also pursued advanced training, including a mini-residency in dental implants, and continues her professional development through SPEAR education. After graduating from the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, Dr. Selvanathan spent over a decade practicing in Central California. Recognizing the diverse needs of the Hispanic community in the area, she taught herself Spanish to better communicate and serve her patients. Her appreciation for cultural diversity has deep roots, stemming from her early years in Nigeria, North Africa. After moving to southern India for elementary school, she was immersed in a vibrant mix of French and Vietnamese cultures, prompting her to learn French in addition to various Indian dialects. Her global experiences have not only shaped her worldview but also enriched her approach to patient care, allowing her to treat individuals from various backgrounds with respect, empathy, and understanding. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Selvanathan enjoys spending quality time with her husband, Dr. Karthik Raghuraman, and their two daughters, engaging in outdoor activities such as cycling and kayaking. A lover of classical dance and embroidery, she applies her artistic talents to her dental practice, bringing a unique combination of art and science to her in-house lab work and intraoral procedures in Citrus Heights, CA. Dr. Selvanathan's diverse background, cultural competence, and commitment to ongoing education make her a highly skilled and compassionate practitioner, dedicated to delivering quality dental care.