Meet the Doctors

Ventura Dentists 

At Goldenberg Family Dentistry, our team of dentists is committed to protecting your smile. We take the time to get to know you and welcome you like family. Our dentists focus on conservative dental care that improves your oral health, and we offer cosmetic dentistry to elevate the aesthetics of your smile. We expect the best from our team, and our close attention to detail allows us to provide the quality care you deserve.

Read more about our team below!


Joel A. Goldenberg, DDS

Joel A. Goldenberg, DDS provides comprehensive cosmetic, family and implant dentistry to Ventura, CA. Dr. Goldenberg started his dental practice after graduating from the USC School of Dentistry in 1983. He is committed to excellence in dentistry. He regularly takes continuing education courses and has developed advanced skills in dentistry. He is continually investing in the practice with the latest technology.

Dr. Goldenberg is a member of the CDA (California Dental Association), ADA (American Dental Association), AAID (American Academy of Implant Dentistry) and the Santa Barbara-Ventura County Dental Society.

Dr. Goldenberg is well-known for educating his patients and involving them in the diagnosis and treatment planning process. He is very conservative, honest, and appreciates the artistic side of dentistry.
 
Dr. Goldenberg has traveled to Honduras six times with his wife and other local physicians and nurses to provide medical and dental care at a free clinic.  He received the prestigious Oral Health Specialist award from the Ventura County Medical Resource Foundation in 2017. He was awarded the Best Dentist in Ventura in 2021.
 
Dr. Goldenberg lives in Ventura and is happily married with 3 wonderful children, and five grandchildren. Two of his children, Jessica and Andrew, have followed in his footsteps and become dental professionals. He loves working with Dr. Jessica Goldenberg at their practice in Ventura, CA.  Dr. Andrew Goldenberg works at his own dental practice in Westlake Village, CA. 

His passions are: Dentistry, spending time with his family, water-skiing at Lake Nacimiento, playing tennis, ping pong, pickleball, and chess.


Jessica Goldenberg, DDS

Dr. Jessica Goldenberg was born and raised in Ventura, California. She attended the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) and the University of Southern California (USC) for her undergraduate studies. She graduated from USC with her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She continued with the Trojan Family at the Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC where she earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Dr. Goldenberg was the recipient of the prestigious Rex Ingram Award for Excellence in Clinical Operative Dentistry. She was awarded the prestigious Oral Health Specialist award from the Ventura County Medical Resource Foundation in 2024. She was awarded the Best Dentist in Ventura in 2021. She is a member of the California Dental Association (CDA), American Dental Association (ADA) and the Santa Barbara- Ventura County Dental Society. 

She was awarded the Best Dentist in Ventura in 2021. She received the prestigious Oral Health Specialist award from the Ventura County Medical Resource Foundation in 2023. 

Dr. Jessica loves working with patients of all ages, especially families and children. It is important to her to make pediatric dental visits fun and enjoyable. She also enjoys making beautiful smiles with cosmetic dentistry. She prides herself on always being honest and providing conservative dental care, Dr. Jessica takes the time to educate her patients to make an informed decision about their oral health.

Dr. Jessica Goldenberg lives locally in Ventura County with her husband and daughter. During the Summer, she enjoys waterskiing and wakesurfing with her family at Lake Nacimiento. Dr. Goldenberg looks forward to many years of service in the field of dentistry.


Anne Tod, DDS

Dr. Anne Tod was born and raised in West Sacramento, California. She attended California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly, SLO) for her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences. She went on to complete her dental school training at University of the Pacific (UOP) in San Francisco. She was an active member of (SCOPE), the school’s volunteer and community outreach association. Dr. Tod was also inducted into the Tau Kappa Omega Honor Society and received the Teaching Material Creation Award at UOP OKU Sutro Excellence Day.

Dr. Tod is an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and the Santa Barbara-Ventura County Dental Society.

Dr. Anne enjoys treating patients of all ages from children to grandparents. She is focused on the comprehensive care of the entire family and feels a trusting relationship is paramount for quality healthcare. Dr. Tod values educating each patient on their unique oral health condition and finding solutions that work for each individual.

Dr. Anne Tod was practicing in Montana and relocated when her husband took a job at Ventura County Medical Center. During her free time, she enjoys hiking, visiting with friends and family, playing soccer, and birdwatching.

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