Meet The Team

 
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Michael

Office Manager

At California Smile Maker, Michael is often the first friendly face you'll meet when arriving for an appointment. As the Office Manager, he's dedicated to making sure every patient feels welcome and well-cared for throughout their visit. Michael takes pride in empowering patients to take an active role in their dental care by educating them on how to maintain a healthy smile and contributing to their overall well-being. He has a deep respect for the dental profession and regularly invests time in continuing education to stay up-to-date with the latest techniques and procedures. Michael believes in the power of dentistry to make a positive impact on patients' lives, and it shows in his warm and energetic demeanor with every person he meets.

 
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Aghata

Dental Assistant

Aghata has been the welcoming face of our state-of-the-art office. Her big smile, warm demeanor, and enthusiastic attitude always brighten up our patients' visits. Aghata has been Dr. Segal’s head dental assistant for years! Aghata is always happy to answer any of your questions about our practice, your appointment, cosmetic dentistry, or any aspect of your oral care. Procedures like tooth-colored fillings, veneers, implants, and crowns require extreme precision. Our dental assistants are critical in making this happen. Taking care of your treatment or discussing a complex treatment plan, Aghata can take care of any questions or concerns you may have about your care. When she is not working hard to provide exceptional care to her patients, Aghata cherishes the moments she gets to spend with her family. Whether they are enjoying a meal together, taking a walk at the beach, or simply spending time at home, she always treasures these moments and values the bond they share.

 
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Hov

Dental Assistant

Beyond his clinical skillset and expertise, exceptional dental assistant Hov takes the greatest pride in serving his patients with genuine care for their overall well-being. Hov has devoted his time to building strong relationships with his patients and supporting the practice’s commitment to embracing new technology and methodology to improve patients’ oral health. He believes in the mouth-body connection and strives to provide long-term education on prevention, not only to help eliminate gum disease but also to understand how to prevent the condition from recurring. In his spare time, Hov loves playing basketball, reading books of all genres, and whenever possible traveling the world.

 
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Carlos

Dental Hygienist

Carlos is an amazing hygienist and a great part of California Smile Maker. With extensive knowledge and years of experience, he helps our patients get to, and maintain great periodontal health. His passion for his work shines through his care, and he has a gift for putting patients at ease throughout the most strenuous of dental treatments. When he is not busy with his work as a dental professional, he loves nothing more than spending quality time with his wife. They both share a passion for traveling and exploring beautiful destinations together, and they make it a point to carve out time for these adventures whenever they can.