Maryam Horiyat, DDS, AIAOMT & CIABDM
Holistic, Biological, Integrative, Conscious, & Cosmetic Dentist
Maryam Horiyat - DDS, AIAOMT, CIABDM
Dr. Maryam Horiyat is a highly trained, certified, and accredited member of the International and American Holistic, Biological, Cosmetic, Sedation, Reconstructive, and Implant Associations and more. She is highly skilled, detail-oriented, and passionate about perfection for each she sees. Her impressive history and experience are a testament to her devotion to her patients and her craft.

Top 1% Holistic & Cosmetic Dentist in California
Education
Dr. Maryam Horiyat is an honor graduate from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2001, double majoring in Biochemistry and Human Physiology, and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in 2006 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS).
Dr. Horiyat has always believed in continuing education to learn the latest and best technique that enhances prognosis and patient comfort. As the result of her commitment to excellence through continuing education, she has accomplished a high level of certification in Holistic, Biological, Integrative, Sedation, Advanced Cosmetic, Invisalign® & Orthodontics, Sleep Apnea & Snoring, LANAP® Gum Surgery, Laser Dentistry, and more.
Thus, she has the advanced training and experience to accommodate each patient’s exceptional situation and needs by providing an award-winning, healthy, and functional smile everyone would be proud to have. She treats each case diligently with the utmost priority without compromising her patients’ oral and overall health.
Dr. Horiyat’s commitment to remaining at the forefront of the latest advancement in holistic, reconstructive, regenerative, and cosmetic dentistry ensures that patients receive the art treatment in the safest, most biocompatible, and most natural manner possible.
Dr. Maryam Horiyat Training & Certifications
- Graduate, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)
- Graduate, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
- Graduate, University of Loma Linda
- Certification in PerioLase LANAP® Laser Gum Surgery
- Certification & Member Oral Sedative Dentistry of Docs Education
- Certification & Member of the International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT)
- Certification & Member of the International Academy of Biological Dentistry & Medicine (IABDM)
- Certification in Safe Amalgam Removal Technique (SMART)
- Certification in Holistic Dental Association (HDA)
- Certification in Oxygen/Ozone Therapy of American Academy of Ozonotherapy (AAOt)
- Certification in Integrative Dental Medicine from the American College of Integrative Medicine (ACIDM)
- Certification in Progressive Orthodontic
- Certification in Invisalign®
- Certification in Advanced Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
- Certification in the International Academy of Ceramic Implantology (IAOCI)
- Certification in Laser Dentistry (ALD)
- Certified in Mastering the A.R.T and Economics of Minimally-Invasive Smile Design
- Certification in Sleep Apnea & Snoring
- Certification in Short-Term Orthodontics (Six-Month Smile®)
Dr. Horiyat, IAOMT & IABDM Certified & Accredited Member Dentist
Post-Doctoral Training
- Treatment Planning I: Diagnostically Driven
- Functional Occlusion I: Science Driven Management
- Restorative/Periodontal Interface
- Biomechanics I: Fundamentals for Cohesively and Adhesively Retained Restorations
- Biomechanics II: Impressioning, Provisionals and Foundation Restorations
- Implants: Fixed Retained
- Implants: Removable Retained
- Functional Occlusion II: Complex Restorative Management
- Treatment Planning II: Interactive Complex Management
- Every year: Annual Kois Center Symposium
- Every year: Annual Kois Center Symposium
Dental Organization of Conscious Sedation
- Oral Conscious sedation course I
- Oral Conscious sedation course II
- Oral Conscious sedation course III
Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics
- Dental Photography
- Multiple Continuing Education Courses
- International Academy of Biological Dentistry & Medicine (IABDM)
- Invisalign®
- LANAP®
- International Academy of Ceramic Implantology (IAOC)
- Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD)
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD)
Professional Associations & Recognitions
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Holistic Dental Association (HDA)
- International Association of Mercury Safe Dentists (IAMSD)
- International Academy of Oral Medicine & Toxicology (IAOMT)
- American Academy of Ozonotherapy (AAOt)
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Academy of Laser Dentistry
- American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine
- American College of Integrative Dental Medicine (ACIDM)
- DOCS Education for Oral Sedative Dentistry (Anxiety-Free Dentistry)
- Mastering the A.R.T and Economics of Minimally-Invasive Smile Design
- SMART (IAMOT's Safe Mercury Amalgam Technique)
"We know the difference a healthy and beautiful smile can make. When a patient comes to us, and we treat them, we know that every decision we make could impact their oral, emotional, spiritual, and overall health. That’s why it has to be perfect & natural. That’s why we focus on holistic, biological, and integrative approaches."
Dr. Maryam Horiyat
Innovation
Like most 21st-century industries, dentistry has gone digital, and more people are becoming more health-conscious about their well-being. Dr. Maryam Horiyat has been at the leading edge of that transformation from the beginning of her career, using innovative and digital technology, ultra-biocompatible materials, superior & natural methods, minimally invasive techniques, and proven principles. Since then, she has continued to sharpen her skills, incorporating revolutionary digital technologies where they make a difference, and applying hand-crafted solutions where they matter most.
Dr. Maryam Horiyat has extensive experience in the latest innovation in Aesthetic Dentistry, Regenerative Dentistry, Reconstructive Dentistry, TMJ Disorders, Correction Bite Problems, Implant Dentistry, Full-Mouth Reconstruction & Rehabilitation, and multidisciplinary treatment coordination with highly skilled dental and medical specialists. Her position as a leader and educator gives her access to help shape the future of holistic and cosmetic dentistry as new techniques and technologies enter the space.
Leadership
Passion for Giving Back to Our Community
Dr. Horiyat believes true leaders lead by doing; she also believes true leadership also means reshaping the world to be a better and healthier place by generous giving. She encourages leadership at all levels and steps forward to achieve goals, envision what needs to be done and be motivated by others examples.
In addition to offering patients compassionate and comprehensive dental care, Dr. Horiyat is deeply involved with our community in Mission Viejo, Ladera Ranch, and surrounding areas. She frequently donates her time, efforts, and money to several charitable, non-profit organizations throughout Southern California and the world such as children’s Hospital (Choc Hospital) for the better health of our children. She also regularly participates in sponsorship for several sports and high school teams.
Legacy
Making a meaningful, lasting, and energized contribution to our community by serving a cause greater than our own.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of professional, scholarly ethics, trust, honesty, and loyalty.
Passionate
We measure ourselves by exacting standards and honor high aspirations and achievements while valuing passion, determination, perseverance, and feeling the need to pursue something bigger than better.
Creativity
We discover new ways to see the world and make it better. We are dedicated to pursuing new knowledge and artistic creation.
Committed
We are committed to create a deep-rooted and caring connection with people by the power of compassion and respect,
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Our Patients Say About Us...
EXCELLENT Based on 304 reviews Adin Rudd2025-09-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cleaning was gentle and easy. The hygienist was kind and listened to my concerns, answered my questions and gave me good advise for my dental care. She was also very kind. Alyssa Lewis2025-09-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I received the best dental care at Aria Dental. The team is professional and kind. Through her knowledge and holistic approach, Dr. Horiyat was able to find the root cause of my dental issues. She worked with my schedule, made sure everything was completed with care and attention to detail before I left for college. I highly recommend Aria Dental. D N2025-09-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful, caring, professional dental practice which finally steers me in the right direction with my oral care. Staff have the utmost care for new and existing patients. A friend recommended me and I will be bringing my kids from here on in. Doctor Maryam Horiyat has her heart in the right place and I’m very grateful for that. Justin F2025-08-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are seeking an alternative approach to dental care, then Aria Dental offers it. In fact, I believe they are the only one in the area that does. The support personnel are quite kind as well. All the procedures are quite pricey due to the way they position the services (and most insurance doesn't cover it). After experiencing Aria Dental for a couple of years, I can confidently say that they use the holistic approach purely as a marketing niche, which allows them to charge higher prices and to "stand out" in a rather crowded market. It is worth noting that the dentist does not perform a number of the procedures. For example, when my wife received an implant (a multistep process), they shipped in another doctor who was certified for the extraction, as well as the nurse anesthetist. Then, when the implant was placed, one of the assistants performed that process instead of Dr. Horiyat. That was surprising. The entire thing was essentially outsourced. As mentioned by some others, you'll get a feeling that they are in a hurry for their appointments. Perhaps overbooked, or to maximize revenue. Either way, you'll be ushered in and out so that they maintain their tight schedule. On a personal note, in 2023 I was told by another provider, SoCal Perio Implants, that I needed gum flap surgery. My wife was going to Aria Dental, so I figured I'd ask for a second opinion. Dr. Horiyat was adamant that gum flap surgery was not needed, and that I'd be fine with LANAP Laser Gum Therapy. I opted for the LANAP procedure, but it didn't work. My issue came back after two weeks. I went back to SoCal Perio Implants and saw Dr. Caplanis (a well known and respected Periodontist in California). Highly recommended by the way. I told him what I did, and he was annoyed with me, understandably. He said that he does LANAP procedures too, and if he thought it would have worked, then he would have recommended it (and that he would have actually preferred to do LANAP because it's an easier procedure for him, but for a similar payment... making it an easy payday, but he knew it wouldn't work). I laughed when he told me that. He's confident and direct, and it's warranted. Anyway, I did the gum flap procedure with him and all was resolved. Afterward, I was pretty upset at myself for wasting my money on the first procedure, but honestly, that one was on me. I should have trusted my gut and went with the expert. However, I was a little bit annoyed that my experience wasn't even acknowledged by Aria Dental. They had my money, so they were happy. So should you choose Aria Dental? If your priority is purely holistic dental care, and none of what I shared gives you pause, then maybe you'll be more inclined to overlook how things work there. Louis Alvarez2025-08-11Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently had an exceptional experience at Aria Dental when I went for a cleaning and revision of my Invisalign trays. I was very impressed with the professionalism, knowledge and clinical expertise of all the staff and especially with Dr Horiyat. She is a true perfectionist and did a great job in repairing my bad bite with Invisalign. I highly recommend Aria Dental to anyone looking for state-of-the-art dental care. Marla Welsh2025-08-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent Doctor care with most caring staff ever!!! I’m so thankful to have the best care in dentistry!!! Naomi Machimura2025-08-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jon has been taking care of me in last few times and I am very happy they found him. In last few times, I had to ask him not to use the machine to clean because my teeth are very sensitive. Today he used the machine the first time with me, and I barely felt discomfort. I strongly hope they keep him for a long time. Serena Chang2025-08-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Aria Dental is the best dental office we have ever been to. We were looking for a holistic dentist and this office is it. Dr. Maryam Horiyat is extremely knowledgeable and gentle with toddlers. Her entire staff is very kind and competent - especially her front office Shima and Steve. I would recommend this practice without reservations. Carmen Garcia2025-08-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Staff was very kind and professional especially Louis, my nurse and Dr Pham. They were very patient and answered all of my questions and concerns. I will definitely refer them to family and friends. Thank you all for a wonderful service !