Dr. Betgorgiz ( Associate Dentist )

Dr. Bet is a committed associate dentist at AlmadenSmiles, working alongside Dr. Daljit Chhabra D.D.S. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Davis, and earned a master’s degree in medical health sciences from Touro University. Dr. Bet then attended the University of Pacific Dental School in San Francisco to further her dental education. Her deep-seated passion revolves around creating a soothing and trusting environment for individuals grappling with dental anxieties. With a focus on ensuring patient comfort, Dr. Bet endeavors to provide a calming atmosphere, facilitating seamless dental treatments.

Sammy Mao ( Front Desk Coordinator)

Sammy has been working with Dr. Chhabra for over 13 years now and has worn multiple hats over this period. She started off as a dental assistant and has been the front desk coordinator for the past seven years. She can still be found helping and assisting in the back as and when needed. Sammy is committed to providing an outstanding experience for all our patients. She strives to make every patient visit as pleasant and seamless as possible with her extensive knowledge of dental insurance, scheduling, and chairside dentistry. In her spare time, she loves to cook and spend time with her family.

Jessica Estrada ( Insurance Coordinator)

Jessica is our dental insurance coordinator and dental assistant. She graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Carrington College in 2018. She decided to go into the dental field to help patients feel comfortable about their smiles again. In her free time, she likes watching football, especially the 49ers, and spending time with her family.

Hanh Nguyen ( Registered Dental Hygienist)

Hanh started her career as a dental assistant. She continued her passion for the dental field to study further and graduated as a dental hygienist in 2011 from Carrington College. She earned her certification for laser soft tissue treatment shortly thereafter and has been utilizing her skills to help improve her patient's gum health. She is passionate about helping patients achieve optimal oral health through education and guidance at their dental visits. During her spare time, she enjoys cooking, watching movies, traveling, and spending time with her family. 

Stephanie Burriesci ( Registered Dental Hygienist)

Stephanie attended Carrington College for her dental hygiene degree. She decided to get into the dental field because of her passion to teach others the importance and benefits of oral health. Stephanie's goal is to ensure that her patients are informed and comfortable during their visits. She has taken additional certification in Soft tissue Diode Lasers to help improve her patient's periodontal health. In her free time, she enjoys watching sports, mini-golfing, and spending time with her friends and family.