Dentistry should be affordable, no matter what your oral health needs are. At Litchfield Smiles, we dedicate time to informing patients on what their costs will be upfront, so there are no surprises when the time comes to pay. Our goal is to help you achieve a healthy and beautiful smile, not lock you out of care simply due to cost. Our knowledgeable team members are happy to work with you when discussing the financing of your treatment plan.

People expect a certain standard of care when they visit for their dental treatment, whether its for a basic exam and cleaning or a more comprehensive series of restorative options. Dr. Moreira is highly trained in many facets of dentistry and his many team members are more than happy to answer any and all of your questions. After all, patient education is a cornerstone of our dental office, so you never have to feel hesitant when you have a question.

At the end of the day, you are the one who is receiving dental care. This means as the patient, you are entitled to care that is personalized to your specific needs, not a one-size-fits-all solution that so many other dental offices tend to rely on. Dr. Moreira and his team make your comfort just as much of a priority as the quality of your care and your treatment outcome.

Having a dental insurance plan to rely on makes your dental services all the more predictable. Our dental office is dental insurance-friendly, which essentially means that we are in-network with most insurance carriers and are happy to help explain your plans coverage and benefits you are entitled to. If there is one thing that doesnt need to be a part of your visit, its a surprise expense keeping you out of your care.

Growing up in Brazil, Dr. Moreiras family dentist was a very prominent older gentleman who was a good friend of his grandfathers and didnt even charge them for work. Unfortunately, the man treated his entire family very poorly; he was very rough, and Dr. Moreira and his siblings were terrified every time they had to walk into the dental office. Later in life, his experiences made him want to become a dentist so that he could handle this type of important care differently and be as gentle as possible with patients in need.

Dr. Moreira studied dentistry in Brazil and even ran his own dental office in Rio for several years, but eventually, the sociopolitical climate started to deteriorate to a point where he didnt feel safe raising his kids there. He and his family decided to pursue the American dream, where he completed a rigorous examination and the normal licensing board exams to be able to practice in Arizona. After securing his dental license in 1994, he was ready to start improving smiles and the rest is history!

Dr. Moreira and Claudia, his wife of 30 years, have four sons named Rodrigo, Ricardo, Bruno, and Victor, as well as four grandchildren. When he isnt busy caring for teeth, you can often find him woodworking, hunting, fishing, scuba diving, horse riding, motorcycle riding, photography, playing tennis, and sailing. Hes always looking for new hobbies to add to the mix!

Rachel studied at Virginia Commonwealth University, and she is certified in radiography and coronal polishing. She actually developed a lifelong passion for animal care after living on a dairy farm and worked as a veterinary technician for many years. Today, her dental expertise spans over a full decade. As our talented dental office manager, she feels very proud to support an amazing dentist and team! Everyone goes the extra mile to provide truly exceptional patient care.

Rachel and her husband have one daughter and three four-legged, furry kids at home. When she isnt busy at work, you can usually find her attending her daughters numerous activities, hiking, and hanging out with loved ones.

Cynthia has been working in the dental field for over 20 years now, and she loves the wonderful bond our team has here at Litchfield Smiles. Originally from Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, she studied at Arizona State University. She speaks fluent Spanish!

Outside of work, Cynthia and her spouse have three wonderful children (a pair and a spare), as well as two fur babies. In her spare time, she enjoys going on weekend getaways and family vacations, as well as hiking trips. Theyre so lucky to live in Arizona, which has an endless number of beautiful places to visit.

Meredith has her Associates Degree in Allied Health from the Air Force, as well as her Bachelors in Nutrition Science from Kaplan University. She is currently working towards her Masters in Social Work at ASU! Her time spent in the dental field covers nearly five years so far, and she loves how close the team is here.

Merediths husband is still Active Duty in the Air Force, and they have a German Shepherd named Kira. Some of her favorite hobbies in her free time include working out, playing volleyball, visiting with family, and traveling. Heres an interesting fact about her: she actually saved a babys life once while living in Alaska due to her medic training in the Air Force!

Tricias dental career impressively spans 25+ years so far. In addition to attending dental hygiene school, she is certified in laser dentistry and has experience working in periodontal offices. What she enjoys most about her position is the relationships if you stay focused on that, the rest comes naturally! She really values the connections shes created over time with both her patients and her work family.

Born and raised in Green Bay, WI, Tricia relocated to Arizona in 2004. Her husband Chris is in his 20th year of firefighting, and theyve been blessed with two beautiful daughters named Adalyn and Jadyn. As for hobbies, she and Chris work out 4-6 days a week and spend as much time as possible with the girls. Shes also a HUGE cheesehead, and football is big in their house. Chris is a Cardinals fan, so that definitely keeps things interesting!

Originally from Romania, Otniel is actually one of 10 siblings in total! He studied dental hygiene at Fortis College and has training in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide administration, and laser dentistry. Today, he thinks the best part of his job is working one-on-one with patients. Making a positive impact on their lives and helping them feel more confident about their smiles is always so rewarding.

Otniel and his wife Jessica have a young son named Zion at home, along with an adorable Chihuahua mix puppy. Outside of the dental office, one of his biggest passions is music! He plays electric guitar at his church. He also enjoys doing various outdoor activities, such as kayaking, off-roading, and boating.

A Peoria native, Lacey studied at Phoenix College. Today, shes been working in dentistry for nearly 20 years! She really enjoys helping our patients overcome their dental fears, rebuild their confidence, and truly love smiling again.

At home, Lacey has three teenage daughters named Alexis (nicknamed Miss), Brittney (nicknamed Peanut) and Aurelia (nicknamed Honey). In her spare time, she really enjoys going off-roading/4-wheeling, camping, playing volleyball with the girls, and taking off on last-minute road trips to wherever. She definitely knows her way around a car!

Originally from Union City, OH, Billie Jean studied dental assisting at Tidewater Tech and has advanced training in sedation dentistry. Today, her time spent in oral healthcare spans well over a decade. Shes proud to help others love their smiles again!