Michelle – Registered Dental Assistant
Michelle, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Michelle’s attention to detail as an orthodontic RDA is unmatched. Her hands-on skills and warm smile make every patient feel at ease. With over a decade of experience as a specific orthodontic RDA, Michelle is a pro at ensuring that your braces and Invisalign fit just right while keeping you comfortable. From your first consultation to your final retainer, she’s here to answer all your clinical questions, handle the details, and celebrate your smile milestones. Michelle will act as your patient advocate at every stage, making sure everything is in place for your upcoming visit. Her motto? ‘A well-planned schedule and stress-free orthodontic appointment lead to the happiest patients.’
Kayla – Registered Dental Assistant
Kayla, Registered Orthodontic Dental Assistant (RDA)
Kim – Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Kim, Orthodontic Dental Assistant
Kim might be new to the orthodontic world, but her passion for helping patients shines brightly! Her sweet personality combined with her excelling clinical skills makes Kim a great asset to this incredible team. Her favorite thing about orthodontics is seeing how happy everyone is once they see their “finished” beautiful smile. Whether she’s prepping instruments, assisting with procedures, or taking photographs, 3D scans, and radiographs, Kim is all about making each visit excellent and memorable, even fun! Kim is a huge fan of “skin art”, listening to golden oldies music, and going to classic car shows.
Des – Registered Dental Assistant
Des, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Des has been working in dentistry since 2018 and brings a wide range of experience to her role as an orthodontic assistant! She is especially drawn to orthodontics for the variety of procedures it offers, keeping each day engaging while allowing her to play an active role in patient care. Des takes pride in using her dental knowledge and expertise to provide you with exceptional treatment and to ensure you feel comfortable and well cared for throughout your smile journey. Outside of the office, Des enjoys music and playing guitar, as well as spending time outdoors exploring the beautiful Sonoma County coastline—whether hiking, relaxing at the beach, or adventuring with her partner and their dog.
Jessica – Treatment Coordinator
Jessica, Treatment Coordinator
Jessica is the linchpin of collaborative care, working closely with every single new patient and their general dentists/specialists to ensure seamless orthodontic treatment for all. From straight-forward to complex cases, Jessica will hold your hand every step of the way. She thrives on building relationships with patients and their families. With a focus on education, Jessica will help you determine which treatment plan best fits your lifestyle! Once you decide, Jessica becomes the behind-the-scenes superhero who makes sure appointments are well-organized and treatment plans are financially optimized. In her spare time, you will find Jessica creating boutique charcuterie boards for private events all while caring for her 5 “fur-babies”, two dogs and three cats.
