Meet Dr. Rathee
Integrative Dentist in West Hills
Dr. Anita Rathee is a skilled general and cosmetic dentist who provides professional and compassionate dentistry to patients in and around West Hills, California. Considered one of the best in her field, Dr. Rathee offers a range of services including routine exams and cleanings, gum disease treatments, composite fillings, dental implant placement, and orthodontic treatment using the Invisalign® system. She also offers a wide array of Integrative dentistry options, including safe mercury filling replacement and minimally invasive procedures.
With over 20 years of experience serving patients in the San Fernando Valley, Dr. Rathee takes great pride in building strong communication with each patient, ensuring they understand every phase of their treatment. She fosters an environment where patients feel comfortable asking questions and discussing any concerns.
Although her education and training are rooted in science and dentistry, Dr. Rathee has always been passionate about alternative medicine. An avid reader of nutrition, health, and wellness, she enjoys researching alternative modalities to improve not just health, but overall quality of life. Through her commitment to enhancing care for her patients, Dr. Rathee has incorporated minimally invasive techniques such as Pinhole Surgery for gum recession and Biomimetic Dentistry into her practice. She is among the few hundred dentists in the entire country trained and certified in biomimetic dentistry. By offering this advanced approach, Dr. Rathee helps patients keep their teeth strong and avoid up to 90% of crowns and root canal treatments.
Dr. Rathee graduated from Dalhousie University School of Dentistry in Halifax, Canada, an American Dental Association-accredited institution. She completed a General Practice Residency at Vancouver General Hospital at the University of British Columbia, a postgraduate program few dentists pursue. In addition, Dr. Rathee earned her Master’s degree in Public Health Policy and Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles. She is dedicated to providing the best care to her patients and regularly participates in post-graduate learning opportunities to stay current with new and emerging treatment techniques. Dr. Rathee has achieved both fellowship and Mastership with the Academy of General Dentistry, a rigorous program that sets her apart from other doctors who only meet minimum state continuing education requirements.
Dr. Rathee is an active member of several professional organizations and has held numerous leadership positions at the local, state, and national levels. She has served as President of the San Fernando Valley Dental Society, President of the California Academy of General Dentistry, and Editor of the San Fernando Valley Dental Society, demonstrating her commitment to advancing the field of dentistry.