Dr. Gabrielle Polyakov was born and raised in Los Angeles, where she developed a lifelong passion for dentistry. Growing up with an oral surgeon father and surrounded by family and friends in healthcare, regular visits to the dentist were always a positive experience. Brushing and flossing were cherished family rituals, ingraining the importance of dental care from an early age.
Dr. Polyakov earned her undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley before pursuing her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of the Pacific, Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. To further refine her skills, she completed the prestigious UCLA Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program, specializing in surgical, restorative, cosmetic, and preventive care.