Chun Piu “Leo” Man, DDS, FAGD, AFAAID

Dentist in Chino Hills, CA

Dr. Leo Man’s career in healthcare spans more than two decades, defined by a lifelong commitment to advanced clinical training, teaching, and patient care. His background combines foundational nursing experience with advanced expertise in endodontics, implant dentistry, IV sedation, and comprehensive general dentistry.

Education & Advanced Clinical Training

• Nursing Background: Began his healthcare education in Australia in 2005, working in oncology and post-operative care before relocating to the United States.
• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS): Earned a B.S. in Biomedical Science, graduating cum laude, before earning his DDS from Loma Linda University.
• Endodontic Expertise: Completed advanced endodontic training at the University of Southern California and has performed 500+ root canals.
• IV Sedation: Completed advanced IV sedation training and licensure.
• Implant Dentistry: Completed the 300-hour AAID Implant MaxiCourse® over nine months, followed by additional live-patient clinical training in Cancun, Mexico.

Prestigious Fellowships

• FAGD — Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (2019): Achieved by a select percentage of general dentists through a rigorous examination process and 500+ hours of accredited continuing education.
• AFAAID — Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (2025): Earned after completing at least 300 hours of postdoctoral education in implant dentistry, including a minimum of 75 hours of hands-on, participatory training, followed by successful completion of the AAID written examination and case-based oral examination.

Leadership, Teaching & Service

• Clinical Leadership: Serves as Clinical Director of btyDENTAL Group in Anchorage, Alaska, where he mentors dental professionals in surgical extractions, endodontics, and IV sedation.
• Dental Education: Founder of DA LaunchPad Dental Assistant Academy in West Covina, California, providing hands-on training within an active dental practice.
• Humanitarian Service: Participated in dental mission trips providing humanitarian dental care to underserved communities in the Philippines in 2016 and the Golden Triangle region of Thailand in 2026.

Dr. Man’s professional journey reflects a progression from healthcare provider, to dentist, to advanced clinician, educator, and mentor. His philosophy is simple: keep learning, keep improving, and use that knowledge to provide better care for patients, train better dental professionals, and better serve the community.