Administration Team
~Jose~
~Safhia~
~Jose~
ADMINISTRATIVE CHECK-IN
Please welcome Jose to Pearl as a smiling face upon arrival at check-in. He is a 21 year veteran of the US Air Force with over 11 years of dental experience. Jose has a bold and fun personality which makes him a great member of our Event Committee. On his free time he enjoys exercising, going to the beach, and going to parks. Jose is confident in his work with pediatrics and enjoys helping the patients and parents at Pearl!
~Nyah~
~Safhia~
~Jose~
ADMINISTRATOR
Nyah is our fantastic versatile administrator. She's able to assist in multiple areas of administration including insurance, scheduling, check-in, check-out, and much more. She has experience in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. She has 2 dogs names Bambino and Rookie! In her free time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her loved ones (dogs and family)! Her passion in dentistry and love for kids makes her a perfect fit to the Pearl team!
~Safhia~
~Safhia~
~Mariela~
ADMINISTRATIVE CHECK-OUT
Safhia is our administrative treatment presenter. She has experience in dental administration and dental assisting, contributing to her knowledge in the dental field. She says, "I honestly just love dentistry and kids, so why not combine the two?" Safhia's contagious smile and outgoing personality have earned her a role on the Event Committee for Pearl. She has 2 beautiful dogs named Lucky and Zeena. On her free time she enjoys the gym, beach, and spending time with her loved ones. Welcome Safhia!
~Mariela~
~Mariela~
~Mariela~
SCHEDULING COORDINATOR
Mariela is one of Pearl’s long-standing and most valued team members and we’re thrilled to have her back! With over 4 years of experience in the dental field, she brings a strong background in both administrative and clinical roles. Her calm, friendly demeanor and natural ability to connect with patients make her an especially great fit for pediatric dentistry. Outside of the office, Mariela enjoys spending her free time golfing and working out. Her dedication, positive energy, and all-around amazing personality make her an essential part of our team and a favorite among patients and colleagues alike.
~Angela~
~Mariela~
~Frances~
HYGIENE COORDINATOR
Angela is our hygiene coordinator with experience in both adult and kids dentistry. Her role prepares parents for the financial aspects of upcoming cleaning appointments. She has 2 handsome boys. On her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, playing board games and being at the beach. Her passion is cooking and she makes sure her boys are well fed. Hehe. Her calming energy and experience provides the best service to our Pearl patients and families!
~Frances~
~Mariela~
~Frances~
TREATMENT COORDINATOR
Frances is our dedicated treatment plan administrator. She assists in providing accurate treatment plan estimates prior to appointments for parents. She studied dentistry for 6 years in her country and has experience in all aspects of a dental practice. She has an 8-year-old dachshund names Cream and 2 rescued cats named Kaia and Klaus. She enjoys taking road trips, going to the beach, and going on culinary adventures! Her versatility and knowledge is a great asset to the Pearl team!
~Arlinda~
~Gabrielle~
~Gabrielle~
ADMINISTRATOR
Arlinda is a sweet and smiling face who is highly knowledgable in insurance payments. She has over 12 years of experience in the dental field. She has 4 children and 1 grand child who she loves dearly. Her nurturing personality is perfect for pediatrics and the Pearl team!
~Gabrielle~
~Gabrielle~
~Gabrielle~
ADMINISTRATOR
Gabrielle goes by "Gab". He is a dedicated administrator with expertise in dental hygiene, assisting, and administration. With a strong grasp on dental insurance, he ensures parents have a smooth experience from start to finish. Outside of work he enjoys reading, traveling, and staying fit through regular workouts. His dedication to both dentistry and personal wellness makes him a great fit for the Pearl team by providing top-notch care and service to our patients!
Clinical Team
~Katia~
~Cristopher~
~Cristopher~
LEAD ASSISTANT & SEDATION ASSISTANT
Katia is a Certified Dental Assistant at Pearl with advanced knowledge in sedation dentistry! She's been a part of the team since 2021! Her organization skills and experience at Pearl makes her an incredible lead for the clinical aspects of the office. She is also Dr. MM's treatment assistant. Katia is f
LEAD ASSISTANT & SEDATION ASSISTANT
Katia is a Certified Dental Assistant at Pearl with advanced knowledge in sedation dentistry! She's been a part of the team since 2021! Her organization skills and experience at Pearl makes her an incredible lead for the clinical aspects of the office. She is also Dr. MM's treatment assistant. Katia is fluent in Spanish. She's a huge animal lover! Her sweet and loving personality is a reflection of her care for her patients!
~Cristopher~
~Cristopher~
~Cristopher~
TREATMENT & SEDATION DENTAL ASSISTANT
Cristopher is our "super fly" Certified Dental Assistant. He is Dr. Kihm's treatment assistant and also a part of our advanced team in sedation dentistry. He absolutely loves his 3 chihuahuas, Kito, Max, and Brownie. Fun fact: Cristopher is the brother of Katia (our lead assistant)! Cristopher is exci
TREATMENT & SEDATION DENTAL ASSISTANT
Cristopher is our "super fly" Certified Dental Assistant. He is Dr. Kihm's treatment assistant and also a part of our advanced team in sedation dentistry. He absolutely loves his 3 chihuahuas, Kito, Max, and Brownie. Fun fact: Cristopher is the brother of Katia (our lead assistant)! Cristopher is excited to be a part of our pediatric dental team and has a gentle touch for our Pearl patients!
~Paris~
~Cristopher~
~Jasmine~
TREATMENT & SEDATION DENTAL ASSISTANT
Paris is one of our amazing Certified Dental Assistants with advanced knowledge in sedation dentistry. She truly enjoys working with children, including children with special healthcare needs. She strives to make the dental world fun by making each visit something to look forward to! She has 2 dogs, na
TREATMENT & SEDATION DENTAL ASSISTANT
Paris is one of our amazing Certified Dental Assistants with advanced knowledge in sedation dentistry. She truly enjoys working with children, including children with special healthcare needs. She strives to make the dental world fun by making each visit something to look forward to! She has 2 dogs, named Harvey and Storm. On her free time she enjoys reading her collection of books, painting, and going to the beach. Paris is sweet, polite, and gentle, making her a great Pearl team member!
~Jasmine~
~Jasmine~
~Jasmine~
HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Meet Jasmine, one of our Certified Dental Assistants on the Pearl team! She comes with over 13 years of experience in the dental field. She's also cross trained to help the administrative team. She has a teenage princess whom she loves spending time with at the beach. Her southern hospitality and caring personality
HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Meet Jasmine, one of our Certified Dental Assistants on the Pearl team! She comes with over 13 years of experience in the dental field. She's also cross trained to help the administrative team. She has a teenage princess whom she loves spending time with at the beach. Her southern hospitality and caring personality truly makes others smile. She says the unconditional love a child shows you can warm any heart!
~Keren~
~Jasmine~
~Desiree~
HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Keren is a long time Pearl teammate! She is one of our amazing Certified Dental Assistants. She also has experience in administration at Pearl. Keren has 4 beautiful children who she absolutely adores! In her free time, she loves weekend getaways with her children and husband. You will always see Keren's beautiful smile which reflects her love for children and pediatrics!
~Desiree~
~Jasmine~
~Desiree~
HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Desiree is one of our incredible Certified Dental Assistants and is a part of our Event Committee. She has a gentle touch and truly enjoys spending time with children. She has 1 beautiful daughter who she loves spending her free time with. She also enjoys singing and reading books. She has experience with children
HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Desiree is one of our incredible Certified Dental Assistants and is a part of our Event Committee. She has a gentle touch and truly enjoys spending time with children. She has 1 beautiful daughter who she loves spending her free time with. She also enjoys singing and reading books. She has experience with children as a teacher's assistant for all age groups. She says pediatrics creates a happy working environment and makes her job more enjoyable!
~Caitey~
~Latrice~
~Latrice~
TREATMENT & HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Caitey is one of our incredible Certified Dental Assistants who has been trained in both hygiene and treatment. She has 2 dogs, a Great Dane and little Terrier mix. On her free time she enjoys exploring the outdoors, painting, and reading. Caitey believes that good dental hygiene is very important and h
TREATMENT & HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Caitey is one of our incredible Certified Dental Assistants who has been trained in both hygiene and treatment. She has 2 dogs, a Great Dane and little Terrier mix. On her free time she enjoys exploring the outdoors, painting, and reading. Caitey believes that good dental hygiene is very important and has always wanted to work in the dental field. She absolutely adores children of all ages. Her passion in these two areas make her incredible at what she does at Pearl!
~Latrice~
~Latrice~
~Latrice~
TREATMENT & HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Latrice is one of our amazing Certified Dental Assistants and a part of our Event Committee. You can find her in the hygiene bay and also in the treatment rooms. She use to be a preschool teacher. She has 3 beautiful children who are her little best friends. She loves turtles and will safely stop traffi
TREATMENT & HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Latrice is one of our amazing Certified Dental Assistants and a part of our Event Committee. You can find her in the hygiene bay and also in the treatment rooms. She use to be a preschool teacher. She has 3 beautiful children who are her little best friends. She loves turtles and will safely stop traffic just to save a turtle crossing the street! On her free time she loves spending time with her family and creating memories. She loves pediatrics because children are the future and she loves watching them grow!
~Omar~
~Latrice~
~Omar~
HYGIENE DENTAL ASSISTANT
Omar has joined our team as a Certified Dental Assistant. He's a recent graduate from Eau Gallie High School. He has a pet Schnauzer named Blue. When Omar is not working, he enjoys playing soccer and hanging out with his friends. His personality is gentle and kind which makes him a perfect Pearl team member. He adores children and hopes to have a large family one day!
~Joey~
~Joey~
~Omar~
CLINICAL SCHEDULING COORDINATOR
Joey is our smiling clinical scheduling coordinator. He has a family of pets, including a dog, geckos, snakes, a chameleon, and a betta fish! On his free time, he enjoys playing volleyball, playing with his "critters", and going to the beach. He strives to provide a positive environment for all the Pearl kids by implementing good oral hygiene habits!
~Elna~
~Joey~
~Elna~
STERILIZATION TECHNICIAN
Elna is one of our bubbly sterilization technicians. She is a devoted mom of two who finds joy in life’s simple pleasures of sharing new foods with friends, laughing, singing, and performing. With her warm personality and playful spirit, she helps keep the environment at Pearl light and airy. Welcome back Elna!
~MJ~
~Joey~
~Elna~
STERILIZATION TECHNICIAN
MJ is one of our sterilization technicians. She was born and raised in the Philippines. She likes to play basketball and volleyball. On her free time, she enjoys watching the sunset at the beach. She's also a culinary master!
Sedation Team
Dr. Mike Walbom
Dr. Michelle Walbom
Dr. Michelle Walbom