Dr. Fernandes comes to our practice with impressive credentials. He completed his undergraduate studies in human biology at the University of Berkeley. Subsequently, he received his dental training at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry, graduating in 1997 with his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. He then completed the three-year residency program in Orthodontics at the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in 2000 and concurrently earned a Master of Science Degree for his research in craniofacial biology. He now serves as an area representative for the Western Los Angeles Dental Society..

Dr. Fernandes is currently a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the California State Society of Orthodontists, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, the Western Los Angeles Dental Association, and the USC Orthodontic Alumni Association.