Meet the Doctors
Our doctors maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay updated on the latest trends in the dental field. Read below to learn more about our staff's experience and training.
Dr. Lita Rodriguez, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Lita Rodriguez received her degree in dentistry at Cayetano Heredia University in 1987. She received her California Dental License in 1994 and an Oral Sedation License in 2003. She was also an associate member of the Pediatric Department at the University of California in San Francisco. Dr. Rodriguez loves working with children, so she focuses her practice to pediatric dentistry. Through her volunteer efforts at St. Raphael and various educational seminars, she is working to promote kids dental and overall health.
Dr. Ramon Chicchon, DDS
Dentist
Dr. Ramon Chicchon received his degree in dentistry at Cayetano Heredia University in 1987. He received his California Dental License in 1994 and an Oral Sedation License in 2003. He has extensive participation in advanced dental education, especially in the fields of Endodontics and Oral Surgery at the University of the Pacific. He was active in the highly successful Su Salud Health Fairs in San Joaquin and he continues to give back to the underserved community through his volunteer efforts at the St. Raphael Dental clinic in downtown Stockton.
Dr. Andrea Chicchon - Canton , DMD
Dentist
Dr. Andrea was born in West Palm Beach, Florida, and raised in Stockton, California. She attended UC Merced where she graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and then went on to receive her Doctorate in Dental Medicine degree at UNLV School of Dental Medicine. At a young age, Dr. Andrea was exposed to the dental community and has been an active volunteer at events such as Give Kids A Smile Day. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, DIY home renovations, eating dessert, spending time with her family, and walking her dogs.
Dr. Jovie Nusser, DMD
Dentist
A Tracy native, Dr. Nusser received her dental degree from UOP Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry. Dr. Nusser has extensive experience in restorative dentistry and comprehensive treatment planning including dental surgery, removable prosthetics, digital restorative procedures, crown and bridge, and orthodontics. Away from the office, Dr. Nusser enjoys spending time with her husband, Brandon, and their three dogs.
Dr. Ivan Chicchon, DDS
Prosthodontist
Dr Ivan Chicchon received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco. He has specialized training in implant surgery and prosthodontics. His practice is focused specifically on implant dentures including All-on-Four, zirconium dentures, and hybrid prostheses. In his spare time he enjoys to sculpt, draw, and spending family quality time with his two beautiful daughters who keep him and his wife active every second of the day.
Dr. Rene Yabar
Orthodontist
Dr. Rene Yabar was born and raised in Peru and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree and first Certificate in Orthodontics from Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University. He then moved to Farmington, CT where he completed a Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Orthodontics and then on to the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY where he obtained his Certificates in Orthodontics and Temporo-Mandibular Disorders at the Eastman Institute for Oral Health. Dr. Yabar has also completed a mini-residency in Dental Sleep Medicine at UCLA and has been active in the treatment of children and adults who suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Dr. Yabar has proudly been practicing Orthodontics in Northern California since 2007.