Meet Our Dental Team – Dublin, CA

A Team That Will Remain By Your Side From Beginning to End

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Our Dublin dental team at Waterford Dental Group is highly skilled and cares about patients’ experiences. Delivering personalized, compassionate care to children and adults, we believe it is helpful to remain by patients’ sides to answer questions, serve as a listening ear, offer recommendations, and address any concerns. You are encouraged to get to know us before you arrive by reading our bios below, but if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

 

Aquilla, Team Captain/Office Manager

San Ramon dental team captain and dental office manager Aquilla

Meet Aquilla Hayes, the driving force behind our practice's seamless operations. Since relocating to the Bay Area in 2011, Aquilla's journey began as an assistant, swiftly rising to the role of Director of Operations for both our General and Specialty departments. With over 15 years of dental expertise, she ensures our patients receive top-tier care while guiding our team to peak performance.

Aquilla spearheads the implementation of cutting-edge systems, ensuring our practice operates with maximum efficiency and effectiveness. Her passion for elevating the patient experience is matched only by her dedication to fostering a dynamic and cohesive team environment.

Aquilla's leadership extends beyond the office walls, where she cherishes spending spare time with her family—her high school sweetheart husband and grade school-aged son. When not immersed in dental excellence, you'll find her engrossed in a good book, unwinding and rejuvenating for the challenges ahead.

In every interaction, Aquilla Hayes embodies the spirit of leadership, dedication, and compassion, propelling our practice forward toward unparalleled success while cherishing the moments spent with her loved ones.

Casey, Treatment & Financial Coordinator

Dental treatment and financial coordinator Casey

A graduate of San Francisco University, Casey puts our patients’ needs above everything else, and she ensures that everyone leaves our office both healthy and happy.

A Bay Point native, she has a dog named Tesla and trains up to four hours each day as a bodybuilder! She is usually in the gym before and after work, but otherwise, you’ll find her back at home sleeping.

Susana, Front Desk Hygiene Coordinator

Front Desk Hygiene Coordinator, Susana

Susana grew up in San Leandro and has been working in the world of dental care for some time now—a year in general dentistry and three years in oral surgery. Today, you’ll find her helping patients by planning their treatments while building a strong relationship with everyone who walks through our doors.

At home, Susana is part of a loud, fun, and loving family. Other than spending time with her parents and siblings, she also likes binge-watching shows, shopping, going on hikes, cooking, and trying new restaurants whenever she has the chance. She’s also quite a comedian, as she always has a good joke to tell!

Stevana, Treatment Coordinator

Treatment Coordinator, Stevana

A native of Castro Valley, CA, Stevana has close to a full decade of experience in the dental field, and she loves being able to interact with our amazing patients and fantastic doctors. She studied at Las Positas Community College and continues to learn as much as possible about dentistry every day.

If you don’t find her at the office, Stevana is most likely hanging out with her family who’s adventurous, spirited, and caring. In her free time, she enjoys things like hiking with her dog Arlo, going out with friends, reading, and cooking new recipes. One cool fact about her: she is full of endless fun facts and loves doing trivia (mostly in history)!

Anita, Treatment Coordinator/Team Lead

Treatment Coordinator/Team Lead, Anita

Originating from Moraga, Anita has been in the dental field for well over three decades. She studied at the Fashion Institute for Design & Merchandising before moving on to get her certification as a dental technician. She then worked in general dentistry and later in oral surgery as a management team lead and treatment coordinator. Today, she loves providing quality care with state-of-the-art techniques for our patients while working alongside amazing providers and staff.

Away from the office, Anita is married with three wonderful stepchildren and grandchildren. She enjoys hosting large family Sunday dinners, cooking for her loved ones, and being out on the water and the great outdoors with her husband. They also love seeing live music together. Anita is proud of her Armenian heritage, and at one point she spoke five different languages!

Suzanne, Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist, Suzanne

With two decades of experience, Suzanne loves being part of the world of dentistry and having the chance to help others create their dream smiles. Originating from Santa Clarita, CA, she received her certification through the Pasadena City College Dental Hygiene Program. She also worked as a dental assistant while she was in hygiene school.

At home, Suzanne lives with her high school sweetheart husband, and they have two beautiful daughters. In her spare time, she enjoys going on hikes, being outdoors, traveling, reading, and working out. She also loves watching her daughters play soccer on the weekends and spending time with her family and friends.

Yuri, Registered Dental Hygienist

Registered Dental Hygienist, Yuri

Originating from Livermore, Yuri has been in the field of dentistry for a decade and counting. She attended Chabot College to earn her license as a Registered Dental Hygienist and has been helping patients achieve their dream smiles ever since. The best part of her job is being able to educate people about their oral health and how to care for their pearly whites.

When she isn’t at the office, Yuri spends much of her time with her close-knit family. She also loves fitness and has a passion for home decorations.

Jessica, Dental Assistant

Dental assistant Rina

Jessica has been part of the world of dentistry for close to a decade, and she always comes to work just as passionately as the day she started. Originally from the Bay Area, she attended Carrington College and obtained her certification in dental assisting before going to hygiene school to expand her knowledge so that she could provide better care for the community. Her favorite part of her job is having the opportunity to learn new things every day while taking care of others. 

Away from the office, Jessica is proud of her family and enjoys embracing her Mexican heritage. At home, she finds solace and joy in being with her two beloved sons. Together, they enjoy exploring the outdoors, engaging in creative activities, or simply being at home laughing and sharing stories.