Meet the Doctors
Dr. Sandhya Hegde D.D.S. B.D.S.
Dr. Sandhya Hegde became a dentist so she could make a difference in her patients’ health and well-being. She understands the important role that oral health plays in a person’s overall health, and she wants to help each patient enjoy the best health possible.
Dr. Gary Sigafoos
Dr. Gary Sigafoos received his DDS degree in 1971 and his MS in periodontics in 1977, both from Temple University. He joined our team in 2021, but has been practicing dentistry since 1979. Over the years, Dr. Sigafoos has appeared on multiple local and national television programs for his expertise in periodontics. He was one of the first periodontists in San Diego County to focus on soft tissue management programs.
Dr. Haris Lakisic
Dr. Haris Lakisic has an eye for detail and felt that dentistry would be a good fit with his skills. He graduated magna cum laude from Pepperdine University with a bachelor’s degree. in biology. He then received his DDS from the University of Pennsylvania in 2003 and an MS in endodontics from the University of Pennsylvania in 2006.
Dr. Thomas Brislin
Thomas V. Brislin Jr., the youngest of six siblings, grew up in Harveys Lake, Pennsylvania, where he developed a love for sports, excelling in soccer and volleyball and becoming a passionate water sports enthusiast. During his time at Saint Joseph’s University, Tom played varsity soccer and earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting. However, he soon realized that his true passion lay in dentistry. This shift in focus led him to graduate from Temple University School of Dentistry in Philadelphia in 2011.
Emma Hanlon
Emma is a Registered Dental Hygienist who is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for during their dental visits. She graduated from Concorde Career College in June 2025, where she earned Dean’s List recognition for academic excellence.
