Meet Your Dental Team in Gainesville, GA

Because Building Trust Matters

From the first phone call to navigating treatment or insurance questions, our team is here to make every step simple and stress-free. With genuine compassion, years of experience, and the training to back it up, each team member brings unique talents and a passion for helping you achieve a healthier, brighter smile. Take a moment to meet them below, and you’ll see why so many patients trust us like family!  

Trish, Dental Hygienist

Trish is passionate about building trust and relationships with patients while educating them about their dental health. A graduate of Central Georgia Technical College, she has pursued continuing education in dental hygiene, pediatric dentistry and general dentistry. Outside the office, Trish enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, with a focus on fitness, reading, and serving her community and church.

Aida, Registered Dental Hygienist

Aida brings over 15 years of dental experience, most of which she has spent at Lifetime Dental of Gainesville. Educated and trained at Georgia State and Georgia Perimeter College, she is proud to be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient. Outside of work, Aida enjoys spending time with her husband and son, practicing yoga, learning Spanish, reading, cooking and watching soccer.

Estrella, Dental Assistant

Estrella has over a decade of experience in the dental field and loves helping patients leave with confident smiles. She completed her initial dental assistant training and earned her Expanded Duties certification at Gwinnett Technical College. Outside of work, Estrella enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, and she also pursues her passion for her small embroidery business.

Yajaira, Dental Assistant

Yajaira thrives in the dynamic world of dentistry, where no two days are ever the same. She earned her Expanded Duties certification and attended the University of North Georgia. Originally from Los Angeles, Yajaira is married to her high school sweetheart, and together they have three children. Her weekends are often filled with soccer games and other family activities.

Ashley, Patient Care Coordinator

Ashley is dedicated to making every patient’s experience seamless, helping schedule appointments efficiently and removing any stress from the process. A devoted animal lover with her dog Louie, she also enjoys crafting, painting and staying active at the gym.

Karla, Insurance Coordinator

Karla finds it rewarding to help patients understand their insurance and maximize their benefits to receive the treatments they need. She began her career as an Expanded Duties dental assistant and brings extensive experience from working both in the clinical and administrative sides of dental offices. A Gainesville native, Karla enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children, whether fishing, visiting the park or taking trips to the beach or the Great Smoky Mountains.

Exceeding Expectations, One Smile at a Time

At Lifetime Dental of Gainesville, our passion is simple: to give every family the kind of care that feels genuine, comfortable and truly life-changing. We know it means more to hear it from those who’ve experienced it firsthand. That’s why we invite you to read our patients’ stories. Their words reflect the compassion, skill and commitment you can expect when you walk through our doors. When you’re ready to experience the difference for yourself, we’ll be here to welcome you!