Dr. Johnson & Associates exceptional, friendly team is our greatest asset. Their dental assistants and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry and patient communication. They are excited about what they are doing, have high standards of quality and integrity, and are motivated to achieve the best results for our family of patients.
One of many rewards of being in practice for many years is that we are able to see many three generation families, serving, the grandparents, adults, and a new generation of youth.
Dr. Johnson & Associates dedicated and motivated staff have one primary goal—your utmost comfort! We feel it’s important that you understand the treatment that you’ll be receiving so that you can relax during the procedure. Our staff is eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care. Please feel free to share with us your needs and concerns.
We love what we do, and it shows on our faces—it seems we’re always smiling. You’ll find our staff is friendly and up-beat and we’ll do our best to make your visit comfortable, and even fun! And all the while we will be providing you with the highest quality dental care. Don’t be surprised if it’s the best time you’ve had in a dental office.
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Luahna Ellner, R.D.H.A.P.
Luahna originally joined our dental team in 1999 as a dental assistant. After many years of assisting the doctor, she began to persue and completed her education in dental hygiene, graduating with her degree from Cerritos College. Luahna went on to complete studies in oral health for people with special needs at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry.
This specialized education allows Luahna to provide dental hygiene services in schools, patient's residence or other care facilities for people who have difficulty accessing the traditional dental office.
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Ysabel Calapis, R.D.H.A.P.
Ysabel first came to our office as a dental patient. When it was time to findacareer, she was attracted to dental hygiene. Ysabel completed the dental hygiene program at the University of New Mexico. She truly enjoys helping patients maintain optimal dental health.
Ysabel could not have been more delighted to join our team in 2000. Ysabel enjoys serving and educating others with compassion.
While away form the workplace, Ysabel enjoys walks on the beach, traveling and gardening with her husband, Sebastian and enjoying her sweet daughter!
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Kersti Rydell, R.D.H.
Kersti was born and raised in Sweden. She has been living in California for over 20 years. She worked as a dental assistant for seven years and decided to pursue a career in dental hygiene. Kersti graduated from Cerritos College Dental Hygiene program in 1999 and has enjoyed treating patients ever since.
Kersti spends her free time together with her husband, son and daughter. They like traveling and being outdoors as well as cooking and having family time at home.
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Joanne Cullen, R.D.A.
Joanne's gentleness and caring personality definitely comes across while she assists Dr. Cullen.
Joanne and Dr. Cullen have four children and two grandsons. They enjoy boating on Lake Mead and Lake Powell, where the fishing and skiing are great. Joanne also enjoys scrapbooking and her part time job at Disneyland!
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Marzi Little, R.D.A.
After assisting Dr. Cullen for over 20 years, Marzi took a brief retirement, but came back part-time. She enjoys seeing longtime patients and meeting new ones.
She enjoys traveling with her husband, family and friends. She has a love of cooking and spends her free time volunteering at Saddleback Hospital.
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Kelly Hearty, D.A.
Kelly Hearty joined our dental team in 2008. She earned her Registered Dental Assisting license attending Bryman College. After graduating, Kelly assisted for a few years, then took a sabbatical from dentistry to raise her twins!
Now her twins are grown, Kelly has chosen to return to dentistry and found a home with us. Over the past few years, she has become an essential part of the dental team. She truly loves our family of patients that come in each day, whether it is a warm blanket, their favorite TV station, or getting to know more about them. Kelly's warm, quiet, comforting manner help our patients.
On her time off from the office, she loves being with her precious twins, Tiffany and Derek. She also looks forward to her weekend getaways with the special man in her life, she feels he is a gift from God.
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Rita, Front Office
Rita is the kind, caring voice you hear when calling our office. She will help you with all your insurance, financial, and scheduling questions. She comes to us with approximately 20 years front dental office experience.
Rita has a son, daughter in law and granddaughter in Michigan and a daughter, son in law and 2 grandchildren in Orange County.
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Dana Redd, Front Office
Dana has been part of our front office team for a year now, but she has been a patient all of her life. We love seeing the old pictures her mother took at her first dental visit!
Dana is currently studying at Cal State University of Fullerton to become a teacher. She and her fiance enjoy camping and have a love of animals. When she is not studying or working, she enjoys scrapbooking and volunteering for a local dog rescue.
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Rana Byerly, Bookkeper
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