MEET THE DOCTORS
Meet CARE LA’s leading esthetic experts that will help you achieve
your skin goals with the most advanced techniques and procedures.
DR. VALERIE KANTER, DDS, MS
Dr. Valerie Kanter is a board-certified endodontist committed to protecting and extending the life of your smile to improve your attractiveness from the inside out.
Her approach to dentistry and endodontics is genuinely unique. Oral health is critical for facial esthetics and serves as a pathway to overall wellness. Dr. Kanter is a pioneer in minimally invasive, highly advanced dental treatments and procedures that help maintain your natural smile’s appearance, health, and longevity.
Dr. Kanter arrived in Los Angeles upon receiving her DDS and MS from the University of Florida College of Dentistry, specializing in Endodontics. She soon established a reputation for providing exceptional patient-centered care. “I want to alleviate patients’ suffering and, if possible, preserve and protect their natural teeth and smile,” she says.
Dr. Kanter is dedicated to educating other dental professionals and patients about biological dentistry and advanced regenerative endodontics. She lectures at UCLA’s famous School of Dentistry while keeping up-to-date on the newest research and studies in regenerative endodontics, minimally invasive laser therapy, and other advancements in chemical-free oral health care. Her professional staff and she actively incorporate mercury-safe amalgam filling removal procedures, stem cell therapy, regenerative therapies, the latest laser technologies, homeopathic protocols, and fluoride-free dentistry into their office.
DR. RAFFI HOVSEPIAN, MD
Dr. Raffi Hovsepian is renowned for his training, leadership, research, and commitment to aesthetic plastic surgery. Patients have referred to him as “the best surgeon in Southern California” due to his compassion, generosity, and exceptional talent.
Dr. Hovsepian is driven by a family tragedy while he was still a child. He chose to pursue a career in plastic surgery because “it allows me to apply principles and procedures to give people a new start in life.” His dedication and perseverance helped him obtain a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California, Irvine. He graduated Magna Cum Laude and subsequently enrolled in the famous University of Chicago Medical School. Dr. Hovsepian earned a Doctor of Medicine and two Masters degrees in Science, Pathology, and Physiology. He completed his general surgery residency at the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Las Vegas and was certified by the American Board of Surgery before pursuing training in cosmetic surgery. Finally, he finished his plastic surgery residency at the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine’s world-renowned Aesthetic & Plastic Surgery Institute.
Dr. Hovsepian is exceptionally proud to be triple board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Board of Surgery, and the European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. Additionally, he was elected to the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), an award given to only a few surgeons.
In 2009, he established the International Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Institute. Its mission is to foster collaboration and education among international plastic surgeons by exchanging case studies, cutting-edge procedures, and technology.
Dr. Hovsepian brings a unique depth of knowledge and expertise to Southern California, allowing him to combine his artistic ability with an understanding of the most sophisticated procedures in plastic surgery to generate aesthetically acceptable outcomes. Dr. Hovsepian is committed to providing superior surgical care and establishing trusted relationships with his patients.
DR. KELLY KAZBOUR, RN
Kelly Kazbour, BSN, RYT-200, is a graduate of the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Also, she is a qualified lactation counselor and a yoga instructor. Kelly advocates for holistic practices that benefit new and expecting mothers and her private yoga students of all ages.
As a Fotona certified laser and Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) practitioner, she helps her patients in bringing out their inner beauty by minimizing the detrimental effects of chemicals and by-products found in skincare products and the environment, promoting general healing and restoration.
