We are proud to have an exceptional group of dental professionals on our team. Here is a brief introduction to each of the smiling faces you will see when you visit our practice.
Front Office Staff
Sarah Legarreta is our resident Office Manager and has been with the practice since 2000. Though her primary role is Patient Management, she is also trained as a dental assistant and has a well-rounded understanding of both the clinical and administrative aspects of our office. She is always available to discuss any questions or concerns.
Charlene M. Palustre is our Office Coordinator. Always friendly and accommodating, you may find she is the first voice you hear upon contacting or visiting us. Charlene came on in December of 2006, and before this had worked as a medical assistant for 8 years. She excels at ensuring you have an exceptional experience; from making treatment affordable for you, to helping you find the best time to come in, she is always a great resource for our patients.
Back Office Staff
Mary Ann Nutting has worked as a Dental Hygienist since 1981. She does all regular dental cleanings, as well as deep cleaning (scaling and root planing). Mary Ann has been with our practice for many years, and is an expert at helping you achieve and maintain optimal oral health. If you have any questions regarding home care or oral hygiene, Mary Ann is always available.
Nidia V. Martinez is our RDA Surgical Assistant. She assists Dr. Ho during surgeries, arranges post-surgical appointments, and educates patients on clinical procedures. "The first thing I love is educating my patients on any dental questions they have- I'm very happy helping patients," she says.
Nidia has been an RDA for 15 years, and has taken courses on a range of topics, including bone grafting procedures, dental implant placement, advanced CPR, radiology and advanced whitening techniques. She is knowledgeable regarding the the latest procedures, and is available before and after surgery to attend to any questions or concerns. Nidia is also fluent in Spanish.
