Bassem Farid, D.D.S., began his studies at U.C.L.A. undergraduate, B.S. in Biology with departmental honors in Biology 1987 - 1992. He earned his D.D.S. degree in 1996 and continuing on to his general practice residency, West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, Wadsworth from 1996 - 1997.  Dr. Farid attended Alameda County Medical; Highland Hospital 1998 - 2002, completing his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.  Dr. Farid’s research includes: The Branchial Cleft Anomaly: A Review and Case Report, Repair of Acquired Helical Rim of Ear Defects: A Review of Literature and Case Report of a Single Stage Approach, Gunshot Wound to Mandible and Stage Lip Reconstruction using the Bandoneon Local Flap, A Case Report.  Dr. Farid’s special interests include: sports, world travel and daily exercise.