Meet The Team

We are extremely interested in making all our patients feel at ease and at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment. Our staff is highly trained and skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Each member of our treatment team is a dental assistant, and our office staff has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the latest in technological advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars. Let us introduce our staff!

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Maribel De La Cruz

Dental Assistant

Maribel is an experienced dental assistant having worked in several dental practices before joining Dr. Taira's office in 2006. Her many years of dental experience instills confidence and comfort to our patients.

Maribel is active with her son's baseball and football teams. She also enjoys entertaining, cooking and baking for her friends and family.

Jeannette Santana

Receptionist

Jeannette has been with our practice since 2021. Her previous experience was in Human Resources. She is the courteous voice you first hear when you call our office.

Lisa Vasquez

Dental Assistant

Lisa has been with our office since 2022. She has a background in hospitality and is pleased to assist you in any we can.