Dr. Sapna Lohiya, DDS

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Get to know Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Dr. Sapna Lohiya, who serves patients throughout the State of California.

Dr. Lohiya is a friendly, expertly trained oral & maxillofacial surgeon with a focus on the treatment of problems related to the face, mouth, and jaw. She is a Partner at Donlevy, Estess and Lohiya Oral Surgery Group, with offices in Hermosa Beach, Los Angeles, and Culver City, California.

“At the Donlevy, Estess, and Lohiya Oral Surgery Group, our surgeons use state-of-the-art technology to diagnose, plan, and perform procedures with the utmost care and accuracy. We also understand that materials and techniques in medicine and dentistry are always evolving. For this reason, we stay up-to-date with new instruments and treatments to ensure the highest level of care and outcomes for our patients” as stated on their website. 

A southern California native, Dr. Lohiya graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Anthropology from UCLA. She then earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry in 2013. During this time, she developed an interest in surgery and the rehabilitation of patients with oral disease, and participated in several volunteer trips to provide dental and medical healthcare abroad. 

Subsequently, she completed her oral & maxillofacial surgery training at the University of Washington in Seattle. During her training, she authored several abstracts, book chapters, and journal articles. 

A Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Lohiya has a comprehensive background in the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including dentoalveolar surgery, dental implants, infections, trauma, orthognathic (corrective jaw) surgery, and both benign and malignant pathology. 

Recognized for her commitment to teaching and providing excellent patient care, she currently serves as a Clinical Instructor for the UCLA School of Dentistry, Section of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. She is also active in local leadership as a voting board member of the Western Los Angeles Dental Society. 

Oral & maxillofacial surgery is a surgical specialty focusing on reconstructive surgery of the face, facial trauma surgery, the oral cavity, head and neck, mouth, and jaws, as well as facial cosmetic surgery. Oral & maxillofacial surgeons work in hospitals and clinics. They help patients manage diseases in their teeth and surrounding tissues, restructure bones to correct congenital defects or repair wounds, and treat injuries and deformities in other parts of the head and neck.

In her free time, Dr. Lohiya enjoys outdoor activities, traveling, cooking, and exploring beautiful southern California. ​

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