Dr. Ortiz and her staff work closely together as a team. With a combined total of 15 years of experience, they have the specialized training necessary to prevent, diagnose, and treat your dental conditions. They stay current on the latest advances in research and treatment so you know you’ll get the most advanced care available anywhere.
Ana R. Ortiz, DDS
Dr. Ortiz was born in Cuba, but has lived in the United States since she was a year old. She was raised in Diamond Bar, California. She has one beautiful son who has just started the first grade. Dr. Ortiz attended Bishop Amat High School and the University of Southern California (USC) where she obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.
Dr. Ortiz received her Doctorate in Dentistry from the UCLA School of Dentistry in 1993. In 1994 she received a certificate in Hospital Dentistry from the Veterans Hospital in Palo Alto, CA. She practiced in northern California for 7 years before returning to her home in southern California.
Dr. Ortiz has resided in Redondo Beach since 2001 and opened her practice in the South Bay because she fell in love with the area.
Dr. Ortiz attended the very first certification course for Invisalign Orthodontics and has since received a secondary Advanced Invisalign certification. Dr. Ortiz has received certificates in hard and soft tissue grafting in preparation for Implant placement and has attended a mini-residency in Implant placement for NobelBiocare Implants.Dr. Ortiz has extensive experience in the placement of cosmetic porcelain veneers (including daVinci veneers and Lumineers), and tooth-colored fillings. The most gratifying part of her career is the impact it can have on a persons’ self-esteem. She brings such personal warmth to her patient care that it is impressive.
Julie Mendez , Registered Dental Assistant
Julie is a native of Los Angeles, California. She is the mother of two beautiful children. Julie has been working in the dental field for 9-1/2 years. She attended the Southern California Regional Occupational Center in Torrance where she obtained her dental assisting education. She is a licensed Registered Dental Assistant. She has also obtained X-ray and Coronal Polishing licenses. She maintains her CPR certification as well. Julie is an integral part of our dental team and has worked with Dr. Ortiz for 2 years. She loves to interact with the patients and her favorite clinical duty is to prepare the patients for “ZOOM” Teeth Whitening.
Carol Mendez , Front Office Manager
Carol is a native of Los Angeles, California. She is married and has 3 children.
She has been working in the dental field for 7 years. She attended American Career College where she obtained her certification in dental assisting and X-ray license in 1999. She first started her dental career as a back office assistant. She transitioned to the front office because she enjoyed using computers and helping educate patients regarding their insurance benefits. She has been the Front Office Coordinator for Dr.Ortiz for the past 3 years.
She loves her job because of the personal interaction with the patients and she loves to help them any way she can. Building a long-term relationship with the patients has been the most satisfying part of her job.
14650 Aviation Blvd., Suite 220, Manhattan Beach, CA 90250, (310) 643-9040
Providing Cosmetic Dentistry for the South Bay, Manhattan Beach, and Redondo Beach Areas.
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