Meet Our Team

Elizabeth

Practice Manager – North Hills

Hello my name is Elizabeth I am the manager at the North Valley location. My journey started in this location 6 years ago, when I walked through the doors for a front desk interview, needless to say I got the position. Throughout the years I moved around the office from front desk, to dental assistant, to my current position now as the manager. 

I was born and raised in Reno, Nevada, by two lovely parents who migrated from Mexico. I am fluent in spanish. I graduated high school and went to TMCC to start the process of becoming a dental hygienist. I was fortunate enough while working at My Kids Smile to become a dental Assistant to see if I wanted to continue to pursue that career. In 2010 I met the love of my life, my husband Edgar and 9 years later welcomed our amazing son to the world, Santiago. 

My family and I love the great outdoors and enjoy camping during the summer time and snowboarding during the winter. We try to stay true to our roots and make sure we make frequent trips to Mexico and Guatemala, which my husband is from. I am proud to say because of this I am able to contribute to the Spanish speaking community. 

 The environment we have created here at My KIds Smile is nothing less than amazing, as the passion we have in serving our communities is demonstrated in what we do everyday. 

Christy

Practice Manager – Grant Drive

Kandys

Practice Manager – Las Brisas

My name is Kandys. I’m from Phoenix, AZ, but was raised in the Reno/Sparks area. I have been in the dental field since 2006 and with My Kids Smile since 2014. I have witnessed the growth of My Kids Smile as we now have 5 locations and have collaborated with each location. Outside of work I enjoy the great outdoors from hiking, fishing, golfing, camping and snowboarding. I love going to concerts of any genre. I will also never turn down a vacation. My husband Stan for the most part gets to enjoy all these little life moments with me. 

My favorite quote is from Mr. Bob Ross “We don’t make mistakes, just happy little accidents”

Liz

Brand Manager & Practice Manager – Vista

Life at the office: I have been with My kids Smile for 11 years, in the dental field for a little over 20.  I started as a dental assistant, moved to the front desk, transitioned to Practice Manager and now I am the Brand Manager for My Kids Smile working out of our Vista location.  I love to see all the happy kiddos that come through the office. I have watched My Kids Smile grow over the years and am excited to see what’s next for our practices.

Education: I attended TMCC, studying in the Dental Assisting program .  I have worked mostly in pedo during my career, but I also dabbled in general for a short while.

Life at home: I have been married to my wonderful husband for 22 years and we have raised 3 beautiful, loving kids.  When I am not hiking with my daughter, attending softball games with my oldest son, or checking on my youngest in the military you can usually find me out on the lake or cuddling with my pups.  Our family loves to go camping, boating, or just hang out together.  We have 3 adorable shih tzu pups Sugar, Pepper & Dodger. My furbabies are spoiled with toys, treats and beds all over.

Favorite quote: “Just one small positive thought in the morning can change your whole day.” — Dalai Lama

Stephanie

Practice Manager – Professional Circle