Our exceptional, friendly staff is our greatest asset. Our dental assistants and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry and patient communication. They are excited about what they are doing, have high standards of quality and integrity, and are motivated to achieve the best results for our family of patients.
Our dedicated and motivated staff has one primary goal—your utmost comfort! We feel it’s important that you understand the treatment that you’ll be receiving so that you can relax during the procedure. Our staff is eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care. Please feel free to share with us your needs and concerns.
Carolina Orozco de Hernandez
Office Manager/Register Dental Assistant
Hometown: Mexico City
First job I ever had: Medical Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: I wanted to try something new and was able to expand my knowledge with Dr Phillips. I have successfully completed Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation and Sedation Solutions for the Challenging Patient training and became a member of AADOM American Association of Dental Office Management.
Hobbies and Interests: I love to volunteer , I have being a board member and Treasurer for a non-for Profit Samuel Dixon Family Health Center for the past 10 yrs and I am also member of Zonta of Santa Clarita Valley . I love going to Disneyland
What is something people don't know about you: I warm-hearted and always puts her patients at ease. I am a Mom of two , My son Franky is currently a Salesman for jeep and Wrangler and is going back to school to become a general manager for the dealer and he is a dad of my Beautiful Granddaughter Isabella ( Bella ), My Daughter Ashley is Finishing her Master's at USC to become a Marriage License Therapist . In 2023 I was Nominated for Man and Women of the the Year for Santa Clarita Valley .
What is your favorite food: My favorite food is Tamales and I love making them with my mom she makes the best ..
Gabriella Shaffer
Scheduling Coordinator
Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona
The first job I ever had: I started working as a babysitter at around 12 years old but my first official job was at Six Flags.
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: I’ve always loved working in customer service so when the opportunity to work in dental came about, I thought it would be a wonderful way to challenge myself.
Hobbies and Interests: I love crafts like embroidery and crochet. My favorite thing I’ve made is a little sweater for my cat named Bean!
What is something people don't know about you: I used to be a voiceover actor! I was most recently the Spanish voice for the National Children’s Hospital.
What is your favorite food: Colombian food! Empanadas, arepas, and Bandeja Paisa are my go-to’s
Ashley Garrett
Lead Dental Assistant
Hometown: Lancaster
The first job I ever had: was working at Party City part time during Halloween for their busy season
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: I realized that I wanted to be able to help people and feel comfortable with their smile.
Hobbies and Interests: horses and crafts. I grew up riding and it is one of my biggest passions. Crafts are something that I love because I am a hands on type of person and can't stand when my hands are not doing anything.
What is something people don't know about you: on my free time I love doing nails!
What is your favorite food: steak but in more specific terms the steak my dad makes
Anaisa Caceras
Dental Assistant
Hometown: Santa Clarita, CA
First job I ever had: It's Boba Time
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: June 2023
Hobbies and Interests: I love to spend time with my family and friends
What is something people don't know about you: I like to organize and keep everything nice and clean
What is your favorite food: Mexican Food
Araceli Rodriguez
Lead Registered Dental Hygienist
Araceli is a Registered Dental Hygienist who has been in the dental field for six years. She started as a dental assistant where she quickly became passionate about dentistry. Her passion inspired her to further her education by becoming a dental hygienist. She really enjoys educating her patients on their oral health and providing high quality care. In her spare time she enjoys reading, hiking , spending time with her husband Omar and son Nathaniel. Her bucket list is to cruise the Mediterranean to visit Rome and Greece.
Hometown: Palmdale Ca
The first job I ever had: Soccer store
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: I love to help people and make a difference in peoples lives
Hobbies and Interests: love to work out and go out on hikes
What is something people don't know about you: Coffee is my best friend
What is your favorite food: Mexican and Italian
Summer Machtolff
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hometown: Santa Clarita, CA
The first job I ever had: Family Tree Dentistry and Nanny
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: I wanted to help people feel more confident in their smiles. Growing up I had great experiences at the dentist and I wanted to help people.
Hobbies and Interests: Enjoys going hiking, camping, traveling, snowboarding, boating and playing with your cats.
What is something people don't know about you: I am a twin.
What is your favorite food: Pasta
Jen Cody
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jen is a Registered Dental Hygienist who graduated from Canyon High School 2010 and graduated from dental hygiene school in 2014. She was the Valedictorian of her Hygiene school and was a top graduate, holding the highest grade point average in all of her class. She was born and raised in Santa Clarita and is loving her new home with her husband, Jeff. Jen is such a fun, positive and funny person that she is such a joy to be around. She loves the field of dental hygiene and is always up to date with the latest and greatest. Jen loves playing with her 6 year old son and 3 year old daughter on her days off, and has another son on the way.
Hometown: , CA
The first job I ever had: Retail, Tilly's clothing
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: I love working with people and developing relationships and I find the dental field so interesting!
Hobbies and Interests: Love outdoor activities with my family- traveling, hiking, bike riding and trailer camping
What is something people don't know about you: I love photography and hope to one day do it as a side job.
What is your favorite food: Mexican food
Alexis Cordova
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hometown: Lancaster, CA
The first job I ever had: Dental Assistant
Why did you decide to be in the dental field: It brings me joy to see patient's confidence grow and quality of life improve dramatically with great dental health, orthodontics, and a new smile as well as helping patient's overcome their dental anxiety
Hobbies and Interests: walking, running, walking her dogs, movies
What is something people don't know about you: I like video games
What is your favorite food: Spagetti