MEET OUR COMPASSIONATE DENTAL TEAM
ROBERT SCHAFFER, DDS
Schaffer Dental Excellence
SCHOLARSHIP
RESIDENCY
Dr. Schaffer began his academic work at East Carolina University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree with honors. He was then commissioned as a Naval Officer, and went on to earn his degree in Dentistry, DDS at New York University. Upon graduating NYU he was promoted as a Lieutenant in the US Navy. His post-doctoral work included a one-year residency in advanced education in general dentistry at the Marine Corps base at Camp Lejeune. Dr. Schaffer had a variety of experiences as the Senior Dental Officer, including deploying with the Marines to Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. While in Afghanistan, Dr. Schaffer supported combat readiness and humanitarian missions for the 22nd MEU, Marine Expeditionary Unit. He then worked as a general dentist at MCRD, Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego providing dental treatment to active duty Marines, Sailors and Marine recruits. He is a member of several professional and academic societies/organizations including ADA, California Dental Society, San Diego County Dental Society, and Seattle Study Club. Dr. Schaffer has taken extensive continuing education courses including, Invisalign, Six Month Smiles, Lumineers, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Suchit Kapur
Schaffer Dental Excellence
Dr. Suchit Kapur received his undergraduate degrees in Biology and Chemistry from Oregon State University, graduating with top honors. Then, he obtained his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) School of Dentistry in Portland. During his educational pursuit, he was also a founding member of OHSU’s Pediatric Dental Student Foundation. In addition, with a passion for serving those in need, Dr. Kapur routinely volunteered with the Compassion Clinics alongside the top dentists in Oregon, providing dental to residents in need.
Following dental school, Dr. Kapur began his dentistry career in Los Angeles, gaining extensive experience in all aspects of dentistry. After his time in Los Angeles, Dr. Kapur, his fiance, and their puppy, Kobe, followed their dreams of moving to beautiful San Diego. He has a mission to provide the highest quality dental care to his patients with compassion, care, and a family atmosphere.
