As an orthodontist, I am most passionate about working with people of all ages, from all walks of life. I enjoy meeting new people and hearing about their lives and experiences. Everyone has stories to tell, and I appreciate what my patients share with me. Our conversations enrich my life. I am thankful for the joy patients bring to me and hope I give them the same.

I have practiced orthodontics for over 30 years. My father was a general dentist and I went to work in his office when I was in 6th grade. I enjoyed it so much that I decided I wanted to become a dentist. Then I had my braces put on and thought, This is even better!

I went through a lot of changes during my orthodontic experience. I grew as a person, my personality developed, and my self-esteem blossomed. I knew that my appearance changed, and that strengthened my confidence. By the time my braces were removed, I had a smile I really loved, and couldnt wait to share it with the world!

Throughout the year I take a lot of continuing education, through study groups as well as attending meetings, lectures, and seminars. This keeps me up to date on the latest developments and ensures I am providing the best treatment and most beautiful smiles.

I grew up in Huntington Beach, lived in Pennsylvania during dental school and my postgraduate orthodontic training,then moved to back to Orange County. Ive lived in Fountain Valley for more than 30 years and have raised my son Jay here. He graduated from Hiram College in Ohio, where he played football for four years. We have a Papillon dog, Kei, whos a bright light in our home.

I could not be more proud of my team. Each person is a hard worker, professional, and friendly. They all go out of their way to make our patients feel comfortable throughout their orthodontic journey, offering encouragement, education, and lots of warmth.

I like having fun with our patients:helping each feel comfortable and at home while they achieve a beautiful smile. My days are spent in the back office. I assist Dr. Angelici with procedures, provide patient care, and place orders. By managing our clinic flow, I make sure every patient has efficient visits and enjoys getting their new smile!

I have been part of the dental field since 2003 and received my registered dental assistant license at USC. In 2015 I joined Dr. Angelicis team and immediately knew I was in the right place. Everyone here cares about our patients and wants only the best for them!

I work with many of our new patients, helping to get them settled at our office and informed about their treatment options. I chose dentistry as a career because I wanted to help people with their health and help them achieve their goals of a better smile. I love that I spend my days watching so many people get healthier smiles and straighter teeth.

I earned my degree as a Registered Dental Assistant at Cerritos College and certification in dental assisting from Northwest College. For the past 41 years, Ive gained advanced training and experience in dentistry, orthodontics, and pediatric dentistry, all of which I am happy to bring to Dr. Angelicis office.

I am a proud mother of two young men, one of whom is a U. S. Marine and the other a business owner. I enjoy spending time with them on weekends, as well as cooking and taking road trips along the California coast. My additional interests include hiking, painting, dancing, history, and music!

She will walk you through the proposed approach, and explainwhat she recommends and why. She will also talk about treatment options, reviewthe pros and cons, and thoroughly answer your questions. This open dialogue ensures you are able to make informed decisions about treatment. This is your smile and you are in charge!