Meet the Hygienists

We as a team take pride in caring for our patients with genuine concern, professionalism and workdays filled with laughter.

Hygienist Mission

Our mission as dental hygienists is to educate our patients about oral health, encourage them to adopt healthy habits that will help maintain healthy smiles.

Our Hygienists

Katherine obtained her dental hygiene degree from Cerritos College in 2012. She has been in the dental field since 2004 and has previously worked as a registered dental assistant and front office coordinator.

She was first interested in the dental field after getting her braces off as a teenager. The impact her straight perfect smile increased her confidence and self esteem. Her experience made her want to help others achieve the same level of happiness with their smiles. She is very passionate about helping people to understand the importance of their oral health and enjoys working with patients to meet their individual needs. Her calm chair-side manner and kind demeanor, in addition to being fluent in English and Spanish, will make you feel very comfortable.

Katherine is married and has two boys named Gavin and Matias. She enjoys traveling, camping, hiking, and spending time with her family.

Dina’s passion for patient care started over 20 years ago, as a graduate of the Cerritos College Dental Hygiene Program in 2004. Driven by her love of helping others, as well as her curiosity in all realms of health, she finds that dentistry provides opportunities to fulfill such interests.



As a native of Orange County, she appreciates the community she has the honor to serve and be a part of. She is able to do so through offering patient care and building relationships, as well as applying the foundational and updated knowledge and skills she has attained throughout her career.

Dina enjoys spending her free time with her husband as new empty-nesters, as well as with their two kids when they’re not away at school. They love the beach, traveling and are big foodies!

As a young girl Elena became fascinated with dentistry and dreamed of a career in the field. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from Old Dominion University in 2009. She has since practiced in a range of offices with a focus on both general dentistry and Periodontics.

She is passionate about educating individuals about oral health, encouraging the development and maintenance of good dental health habits, and establishing goals to reach desired results.

Elena is married and has three sons. She enjoys volunteering in her children's classrooms and watching their soccer games. Elena’s passions include reading, traveling, cooking, making sourdough, and investing in friendships.

Tery grew up in Palm Springs, and currently resides in Lake Forest.

She attended Cal State San Bernardino where she was drawn to the dental field. Later,  attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and received her Bachelors of Science in Dental Hygiene. She is known to be extremely thorough and gentle, always staying up-to-date with the latest trends in dental hygiene and educating her patients on the necessary dental hygiene practices. Tery is passionate about encouraging her patients to achieve their best oral health environment. Her greatest desire is to make patients feel welcomed and encouraged to continue great oral health at home.

With her free time she enjoys spending time with her husband, her goldendoodle Lola, and is expecting her first baby girl soon. She enjoys playing board games, going shopping, and loves traveling overseas.

Vivian started her educational journey by obtaining her Associate Degree in Business Management and Information Systems. While pursuing this field, she developed valuable organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. However, as she developed deeper into her studies, Vivian realized that her true passion lay in a different field and obtained her Associate of Science degree in Dental Hygiene.

Known for her warm and friendly personality, Vivian effortlessly puts her patients at ease. She understands that dental visits can be intimidating for some, and her personable approach helps create a comfortable environment where patients feel valued and cared for. As a dental hygienist, Vivian is passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in oral healthcare. Her commitment to professional development and ongoing education allows her to deliver the most effective treatments and preventive care to her patients.

In her free time, Vivian loves to spend time with friends, family, and her cat named Stella.

Rachael is a proud graduate of the Cerritos College Dental Hygiene Program, where she graduated with highest honors. Originally from England, she has spent the majority of her life in Southern California.

Her passion for dentistry began in high school, where she took a Regional Occupational Program course in dental assisting. With over seven years of experience as a dental assistant and a Registered Dental Assisting license, Rachael developed a deep commitment to patient care, which inspired her to advance her career in dental hygiene. Rachael is passionate about educating patients and providing care with a gentle and compassionate approach. She is a strong believer in lifelong learning and regularly participates in continuing education to stay current in the field.

Outside of work, Rachael enjoys staying physically active and leading a healthy lifestyle, bringing the same energy and dedication to her personal life as she does to her professional one.