Dr. Alexandra Gherbali attended Dental School in Germany from 1996 to 1999. In 2005, she graduated from NYU College of Dentistry, known worldwide for its excellent reputation. Her gentle and thorough approach towards patients allows her to create beautiful, healthy smiles. Her mission, along with her team, is to create a trustful environment for her patients. Dr. Gherbali finds professional fulfillment when she uses her skills to help patients achieve optimum oral health, improves appearance and raises self-esteem. She is a strong advocate of patient education and dedicates a significant amount of time explaining the direct relation between the mouth and the body. Dr. Gherbali is married and has two children. Listening to music, reading and playing the piano are her hobbies. Among her many talents is her fluency in German, Romanian and English languages. She also communicates in Spanish, Italian and French.
Dr. Rafael Porras was born and raised in San Jose, Costa Rica and is fluent in both English and Spanish. He became interested in dentistry at the age of 12 after getting braces, and he then decided that would be his career path. After graduating from the University of Costa Rica Dental School, he spent several years providing general dentistry services for the Costa Rican government while also running his own practice. After gaining a strong foundation in general dentistry, Dr. Porras sought advanced training at one of the top-rated dental schools in the U.S., the University of Connecticut Health Center. He completed his residency for Advanced Education in General Dentistry. While in Connecticut, he rotated in the Veterans Affairs Hospital, the Childrens Hospital, and the UConn Health Center. Dr. Porras was awarded a General Dentistry Fellowship at UConn in recognition of having met extensive training and clinical requirements. Dr. Porras went on to receive a certificate in periodontics and his master of science in dentistry degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans. During his term there, he practiced in the Dental School Clinic in New Orleans and rotated in the Veteran Affairs Dental Clinic. As a periodontist, Dr. Porras has vast experience in general restorative and surgical dentistry.
He stays up-to-date on the latest dental implant, surgical and tooth restoration technologies through regular continuing education. Dr. Porras enjoys all aspects of his work and especially loves helping patients regain their beautiful smiles and oral health. Community Service Dr. Porras believes in giving back to his community. He participated in community service projects in his home country and has volunteered in Mission of Mercys free dental clinics in several cities. Outside the Office In his spare time, Dr. Porras stays fit with basketball, soccer and running. He, his wife Andreja and son Liam, enjoy traveling, outdoor activities and going the beach with their dog Toby.
Dr. Heidi was born in Caracas, Venezuela where she received her Dental degree in 1993. Following her undergraduate education she received a Master Degree in Endodontic in 1997. Dr. Ortega moved to Florida with her husband Reinier and has two boys, Manuel and Mauricio. She continued her education and completed a General Practice Residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami. She received the Dr. Marx Professor Cup and The Best Resident of the year in recognition for her dedication and outstanding professionalism.
All Dental Groups dream became a reality on April 6, 2009. Dr. Gherbali had worked for two years as an associate at a large dental corporation, and she had the vision of helping patients in a more personalized environment with lifetime relationships. She learned from the very first years of her professional life that fear was the number-one barrier for patients in seeking dental treatment. She eagerly wanted to change this perspective. That is why she implemented a protocol where patient education along with cutting-edge technology, and most importantly treating patients fears and concerns, are the primary goals.
Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body is the motto that became the purpose of Dr. Gherbalis mission. In 2011, the office was given a modern, fresh face after a full remodeling that came hand-in-hand with digital radiography, paperless records, intraoral imaging, and the latest scanning equipment for restorative and tooth alignment treatments. We believe that the need for a more comprehensive approach where patients address all their dental needs under the same roof by dental associates with the same level of care, expertise, and vision is a must.
