Montclair Pediatric Dentistry Founders Named to Incisal Edge Magazine’s 2026 40 Under 40

OAKLAND, CA – November 09, 2026 – PRESSADVANTAGE –

Incisal Edge magazine has named Dr. Lina Paek and Dr. Rebecca Hsieh, founders of Montclair Pediatric Dentistry in Montclair Village in Oakland, to its 2026 40 Under 40 list.

Dr. Lina Paek and Dr. Rebecca Hsieh, both Board-Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD), were recognized for their work in sustainable dentistry, care for children with special health care needs, and teaching future dentists.

Incisal Edge, published by Benco Dental, recognizes dentists aged 40 and under each year through its 40 Under 40 program, and 2026 marks the program’s 16th year. A panel of judges selects honorees from nominations.

Dr. Lina Paek was recognized for helping build a women-owned practice focused on high-quality, sustainable dentistry. The office uses eco-conscious products, and the team encourages families to make greener choices at home, from bamboo toothbrushes to compostable floss. She holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery from Columbia University and completed her pediatric dentistry residency at New York University and Bellevue Hospital, then cared for underserved children at La Clinica Dental in Oakland before co-founding the practice. She serves as a Director at Large for the Berkeley Dental Society.

Dr. Rebecca Hsieh was recognized for her focus on underserved children and children with special health care needs, as well as for teaching future dentists at the University of the Pacific. She holds a Master of Public Health in epidemiology from Columbia University and a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of California, San Francisco. She completed her pediatric dentistry residency at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., and serves as a Director at Large for the Alameda County Dental Society.

“This recognition reflects the kind of practice Dr. Hsieh and I set out to build, where every child receives individualized, ethical care in an office that respects the environment,” said Dr. Paek, the practice’s co-founder. “Being named alongside so many talented colleagues makes the honor even more meaningful.”

“Starting this practice made it possible to put shared values to work every day, in the treatment room and in the classroom,” said Dr. Hsieh, co-founder of the practice. “My hope is that this recognition encourages more dentists to invest in communities with limited access to dental care.”

Both doctors are Board-Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD). They founded the practice after each practiced at UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland. The boutique, independent practice cares for children from infancy through the teen years, including children with special health care needs, serves families across the East Bay and follows the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD). The team also takes part in the Montclair Cares Club and the Alameda County Dental Society’s community outreach, and teaches oral hygiene at local schools and daycares.

To learn more about the practice and its doctors, visit the Montclair Pediatric Dentistry website.

About Montclair Pediatric Dentistry

Montclair Pediatric Dentistry is a boutique, independent, and women-owned pediatric dental practice founded by Dr. Lina Paek and Dr. Rebecca Hsieh. The practice provides preventive, restorative, sedation, and emergency dental care for children from infancy through the teen years. It is located at 6211 Medau Place, Suite 120, Oakland, CA 94611, and can be reached at (510) 722-0226.

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For more information about Montclair Pediatric Dentistry, contact the company here:

Montclair Pediatric Dentistry
Customer Service
510-722-0226
contact@montclairpediatricdentistry.com
6211 Medau Place Suite 120 Oakland, CA 94611