Meet Our Team

JoAnn Garcia

Office Manager

Hello, my name is JoAnn. I am the Office Manager here at Dental Arts Practice. I have been working in the Dental FieId for 26 years. When I began working with patients, I took on the position as a Dental Receptionist, where I progressed into billing, and later took on the responsibility of being an Office Manager. Aside from managing a business, I enjoy hiking and weightlifting on my free time. Occasionally on the weekends, I also enjoy going to concerts with brothers and listening to Rock and Roll music. Most importantly, my favorite time of the day is the time I spend with my fiancé, my two sons, and my dog (FIF).

JoAnn Garcia

Office Manager

Hello, my name is JoAnn. I am the Office Manager here at Dental Arts Practice. I have been working in the Dental FieId for 26 years. When I began working with patients, I took on the position as a Dental Receptionist, where I progressed into billing, and later took on the responsibility of being an Office Manager. Aside from managing a business, I enjoy hiking and weightlifting on my free time. Occasionally on the weekends, I also enjoy going to concerts with brothers and listening to Rock and Roll music. Most importantly, my favorite time of the day is the time I spend with my fiancé, my two sons, and my dog (FIF).

Marie Barton

Treatment Coordinator

Hello, my name is Marie, I grew up in Los Angeles, CA. I began working in the dental field in 1988.l gained my experience working alongside a doctor, as a dental assistant. When I am away from my friends at the office; I enjoy spending time with my husband, 4 children, and 2 grandchildren. On the weekends, I enjoy going to football games and relaxing under the warm sun.

Marie Barton

Treatment Coordinator

Hello, my name is Marie, I grew up in Los Angeles, CA. I began working in the dental field in 1988.l gained my experience working alongside a doctor, as a dental assistant. When I am away from my friends at the office; I enjoy spending time with my husband, 4 children, and 2 grandchildren. On the weekends, I enjoy going to football games and relaxing under the warm sun.

Nadia Stopani

Insurance Biller

Hi, my name is Nadia, l was raised in East Los Angeles. l have been working in the dental field for 7 years and have enjoyed working and making morning coffee for Dr. Nazari. On my spare time when l’m not billing, I love making my coworkers laugh and bringing life to the quiet office. Lastly, my pride and joys are my 3 children, my 2 grandchildren, and my 3rd grandchild on the way. GO DODGERS!!!

Nadia Stopani

Insurance Biller

Hi, my name is Nadia, l was raised in East Los Angeles. l have been working in the dental field for 7 years and have enjoyed working and making morning coffee for Dr. Nazari. On my spare time when l’m not billing, I love making my coworkers laugh and bringing life to the quiet office. Lastly, my pride and joys are my 3 children, my 2 grandchildren, and my 3rd grandchild on the way. GO DODGERS!!!

Monica Paredes

Dental Assistant

Hi, my name is Monica Paredes. I am a Dental Assistant and have been working in the Dental Field for 26 years. I love and enjoy helping Dr. Nazari with all the patients that visit us here at Dental Arts Practice. When I am not working, I love to spend time with my son and 2 grandchildren, and the rest of my family. My favorite hobby is taking my grandchildren to the beach and laying under the sun!

Monica Paredes

Dental Assistant

Hi, my name is Monica Paredes. I am a Dental Assistant and have been working in the Dental Field for 26 years. I love and enjoy helping Dr. Nazari with all the patients that visit us here at Dental Arts Practice. When I am not working, I love to spend time with my son and 2 grandchildren, and the rest of my family. My favorite hobby is taking my grandchildren to the beach and laying under the sun!

Benjamin Ceja

Dental Assistant

Hi my name is Benjamin, but they call me biscuit for short. I was raised in Oxnard, and I am new to the dental field. I work with the most amazing, high energy coworkers, they are truly the best. I would not change that for anything. Aside from working, I like to spend my days with my wife and 4 dogs. On my days off, I like to listen to music, play video games, and go on adventures with my family.

Benjamin Ceja

Dental Assistant

Hi my name is Benjamin, but they call me biscuit for short. I was raised in Oxnard, and I am new to the dental field. I work with the most amazing, high energy coworkers, they are truly the best. I would not change that for anything. Aside from working, I like to spend my days with my wife and 4 dogs. On my days off, I like to listen to music, play video games, and go on adventures with my family.

Jose Gomez

Dental Assistant

Hello My name is Jose Gomez. I have been in the dental field for about 5 years. I have worked with all specialties and multiple general dentists.I am a very energetic and helpful person in and out of work.Things I love my partner, my family and my dog…….and my new manager JoAnn she is amazing. On my days off I love to hike with my dog and go to theme parks.

Jose Gomez

Dental Assistant

Hello My name is Jose Gomez. I have been in the dental field for about 5 years. I have worked with all specialties and multiple general dentists.I am a very energetic and helpful person in and out of work.Things I love my partner, my family and my dog…….and my new manager JoAnn she is amazing. On my days off I love to hike with my dog and go to theme parks.

Wendy Pena

Registered Dental Hygienist

Hello, my name is Wendy Pena. I graduated from San Joaquin Valley College. I have a degree in Dental Hygiene. It has been with great honor to join Dr. Nazari and his team. I enjoy mostly working with fellow dental health care professionals that share my same passion in providing the best quality patient care. I began as a dental assistant in 2019, and I am now pleased to be a Dental Hygienist making sure the patients always have a comfortable and positive experience. I am very passionate about treating patients with sensitivity to their dental needs. I consider myself a lifelong learner.

Outside the office, I enjoy spending time with my family and going out and seeking adventurous things to do from trips, to exploring new places.

Wendy Pena

Registered Dental Hygienist

Hello, my name is Wendy Pena. I graduated from San Joaquin Valley College. I have a degree in Dental Hygiene. It has been with great honor to join Dr. Nazari and his team. I enjoy mostly working with fellow dental health care professionals that share my same passion in providing the best quality patient care. I began as a dental assistant in 2019, and I am now pleased to be a Dental Hygienist making sure the patients always have a comfortable and positive experience. I am very passionate about treating patients with sensitivity to their dental needs. I consider myself a lifelong learner.

Outside the office, I enjoy spending time with my family and going out and seeking adventurous things to do from trips, to exploring new places.

Jonathan King

Registered Dental Hygienist

Hi, I’m Jonathan. I’ve been practicing dental hygiene since 2016, but I’ve been in the dental industry for 16 years. My main focus as a dental hygienist is providing periodontal treatment and educating patients on oral health. What brought me into dentistry were my family members. Many of my family members are in the dental field and created a lasting impression on me to provide dental care. My greatest accomplishment is when a returning patient values their oral health through consistent visits and routine at-home care.

Jonathan King

Registered Dental Hygienist

Hi, I’m Jonathan. I’ve been practicing dental hygiene since 2016, but I’ve been in the dental industry for 16 years. My main focus as a dental hygienist is providing periodontal treatment and educating patients on oral health. What brought me into dentistry were my family members. Many of my family members are in the dental field and created a lasting impression on me to provide dental care. My greatest accomplishment is when a returning patient values their oral health through consistent visits and routine at-home care.