Farshid Ariz, DMD, DABCP, DABCDSM, DABDSM, FICD is a board-certified periodontist and craniofacial pain specialist at Northridge Dental Group in Northridge, California. Dr. Ariz earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Boston University School of Dentistry in 1989 and received his Certification of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Periodontics from Boston University in 1991. He has served as an Assistant Professor of Advanced Periodontics at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California (USC) for over 30 years.
Board Certifications & Honors
Dr. Ariz holds Diplomate status from three American boards, a distinction that places him among a select group of dental specialists in the United States. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Craniofacial Pain (DABCP), a Diplomate of the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine (DABCDSM), and a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (DABDSM). He is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists (FICD), an honor extended by peer nomination to dentists who have demonstrated outstanding professional achievement. Dr. Ariz is recognized as one of the World’s Top 100 Doctors by Doctor-To-Doctor and is a member of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain.
Education & Academic Career
Dr. Ariz graduated from Boston University School of Dentistry with a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 1989. He returned to Boston University to complete his Certification of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Periodontics in 1991. Since then, he has served as an Assistant Professor of Advanced Periodontics at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at USC, a position he has held for over 30 years. His academic role involves training the next generation of periodontic specialists while maintaining active clinical practice.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Ariz specializes in dental implants, periodontics, gum grafts, TMJ disorders, craniofacial pain, obstructive sleep apnea treatment, and headache management. His clinical experience spans the full scope of periodontal therapy including aesthetic implant surgery and full-mouth reconstruction. Dr. Ariz brings a unique treatment philosophy that focuses on identifying and treating the underlying structural cause of symptoms rather than managing symptoms alone. This approach is particularly central to his work with TMJ and sleep-breathing disorders.
TMJ & Dental Sleep Medicine
Dr. Ariz directs the TMJ and Sleep Therapy Centre of San Fernando Valley, which operates in partnership with Northridge Dental Group. He treats patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, craniofacial pain, jaw discomfort, primary headaches, face and neck pain related to TMJ, obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, daytime drowsiness, and CPAP intolerance. His treatment approach involves comprehensive evaluation and diagnostic assessment followed by custom-designed orthopedic appliances (orthotics) to rehabilitate injured joint structures and improve function and breathing.
Northridge Dental Group
Dr. Ariz is the co-owner of Northridge Dental Group, a multi-specialty dental practice established in 1974. Located at 9801 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91325, the practice has served the San Fernando Valley community for over 50 years. The clinical team includes seven dentists with specializations spanning periodontics, general dentistry, endodontics, oral surgery, and more. Staff members speak English, Spanish, Farsi, Russian, and Cantonese.
Quick Facts
Full Name: Farshid Ariz, DMD, DABCP, DABCDSM, DABDSM, FICD
Specialty: Periodontics, Craniofacial Pain, Dental Sleep Medicine
Education: Boston University School of Dentistry (DMD, 1989)
Post-Graduate: CAGS in Periodontics, Boston University (1991)
Academic Position: Assistant Professor of Advanced Periodontics, USC Ostrow School of Dentistry (30+ years)
Board Certifications: DABCP, DABCDSM, DABDSM
Fellowship: Fellow, International College of Dentists (FICD)
Recognition: World’s Top 100 Doctors (Doctor-To-Doctor)
Practice: Northridge Dental Group (co-owner, est. 1974)
NPI: 1760842009
Languages: English, Persian, Spanish
Phone: (818) 886-6100
Address: 9801 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91325
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Farshid Ariz board certified?
Yes. Dr. Ariz holds Diplomate status from three American boards: the American Board of Craniofacial Pain (DABCP), the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine (DABCDSM), and the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine (DABDSM). He is also a Fellow of the International College of Dentists.
Does Dr. Ariz treat TMJ and jaw pain?
Yes. Dr. Ariz is a Diplomate of the American Board of Craniofacial Pain and directs the TMJ and Sleep Therapy Centre of San Fernando Valley. He treats TMJ disorders, jaw pain, craniofacial pain, headaches, and related conditions using a comprehensive diagnostic and orthopedic approach.
Does Dr. Ariz treat sleep apnea?
Yes. As a Diplomate of both the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine and the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, Dr. Ariz specializes in treating obstructive sleep apnea, snoring, daytime drowsiness, and CPAP intolerance using custom-designed orthopedic appliances.
Is Dr. Ariz a professor at USC?
Yes. Dr. Ariz has been an Assistant Professor of Advanced Periodontics at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California for over 30 years. He actively teaches while maintaining clinical practice at Northridge Dental Group.
Is Dr. Ariz accepting new patients?
Yes. Dr. Ariz is accepting new patients for periodontal care, dental implants, and TMJ/sleep therapy at Northridge Dental Group. Call (818) 886-6100 to schedule a consultation.
What languages does Dr. Ariz speak?
Dr. Ariz speaks English, Persian, and Spanish.
