Ericka Torres
Treatment Coordinator (Chief Snaggle Negotiator)
About me: I am a hard-working and driven individual who isn't afraid to face a challenge.
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: I'm the treatment coordinator at the office and I love presenting the treatment plan to the patients and parents. I also love when we finish treatment too! Unveiling the new smile is so special and rewarding.
Favorite food and prepared by who: My favorite food is sushi prepared by the amazing sushi chefs at Chomp in Fullerton (mmm....LOL).
Jessica Leija
Administrative Assistant and Treatment Coordinator (Senior Smile Scheduler and Snaggle Negotiator)
About me: Pinterest is my go-to in times of creative crisis.
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: I'm at the front desk so my favorite part is seeing all the smiling faces as they check in. I also love meeting new patients and their families as well!
Favorite food and prepared by who: I'm a sushi fan! I don't care who prepares it as long as it's fresh and they go easy on the rice.
Jamie Rivera
Administrative Assistant (Smile Schedule Commander)
About me: I am the oldest of four siblings!
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: I love it when we start new patients with their smile journey! They're so excited and I'm so excited for them!
Favorite food and prepared by who: I love all Asian cuisine but I especially love Habachihana! That place is soooo good!
Briana “Bri” Amador
Administrative Assistant and Treatment Coordinator (Chief Smile Officer and Snaggle Negotiator)
About me: Three things I absolutely need in my life are Jesus, coffee, and the beach!
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: When patients get their braces removed because I know they'll be walking out with an amazing confident smile!
Favorite food and prepared by who: I love anything prepared by my grandpa. Especially his chicken soup. It's so good for the soul!
Cindy Rivera
Registered Dental Assistant (Director of Beautiful Smiles)
About me: Mother, wife, and music lover.
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: I love removing our patient's braces. Seeing the expression on their faces is absolutely priceless!
Favorite food and prepared by who: Anything Portuguese prepared by anyone in our big Portugeuse community.
Tanisha “Nisha” Beanez
Registered Dental Assistant (Executive Smile Designer)
About me: I'm a very creative and outgoing person who is always ready for the next adventure.
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: The appointment where we take the braces off. It's always rewarding to see the patient's reaction to their beautiful new smile.
Favorite food and prepared by who: I love sushi! As long as it's a quality restaurant, I'll love it!
Anna Rodriguez
Registered Dental Assistant (Tooth Alignment Manager)
About me: I am a hard-working and driven person who's ready for anything the world has for me!
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: When the patient sees the end result after we perform our magic! The end result is always so rewarding.
Favorite food and prepared by who: I love homemade cocido prepared by anyone who knows how to prepare it well!
Patti Anduha
Dental Assistant (Principal of Pearly Whites)
About me: I enjoy helping others.
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: I love all aspects of orthodontics but I especially like putting the braces on new patients.
Favorite food and prepared by who: Hawaiian food prepared by myself or Aunty Maile's in Torrance, CA (shameless plug).
Araceli “Chely” Jaime
Registered Dental Assistant (Champion Chopper Connnoisseur)
About me: I'm married and a mom of three beautiful girls.
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: I love changing or advancing the wires. That means we're making progress and I love seeing the changes.
Favorite food and prepared by who: I love Mexican food prepared by my mom. Doesn't get any better than that!
Hee Jung “HJ” Lim
Registered Dental Assistant (Master Smile Straightener)
About me: I've been in the dental field since 1999 and I love what I do!
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: I literally love all of the procedures in orthodontics from start to the end, however, I especially love seeing their new, bright smile at the end of their treatment. It truly gives me happiness and joy.
Favorite food and prepared by who: I love Korean food prepared by my mom. She is the best chef and cooks for me with much love.
Vanessa Gomez
Registered Dental Assistant (President of Gorgeous Grins)
About me: A family oriented woman who loves what I do.
My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics: My favorite part of orthodontics is seeing the end result and their happy smiles.
Favorite food and prepared by who: I do love some steak and shrimp...a little surf and turf if you will. As long as it's prepared well, I'll eat it.
