Dr. Johnson completed his undergraduate work at UC Davis and graduated from UCLA dental school. He started Marina Dental almost 20 years ago and loves practicing dentistry. In addition, Dr Johnson teaches anatomy and dental hygiene courses at two local community colleges. Every year he travels to Cambodia to provide dental care for people who would otherwise unlikely receive any. Dr. Johnson enjoys traveling, surfing, kayaking, hiking, yoga, and doing projects around the house. He is our in house specialist with root canals, implants, and extractions. Dr. Johnson is wonderful at explaining treatment in a patient friendly language that is easy to understand.
Antonia Moa graduated from the University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand in 1999. She obtained her Fellowship from Australia in2005. She worked in Auckland, New Zealand with the Auckland District Health Board for 5 years before moving to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. In South East Asia she worked as a general dentist for an International Medical Assistance Company. After 4 years in Vietnam, she moved with the same company to Phnom Penh, Cambodia where she worked a further 3 years. She moved to the United States in 2011 and obtained her California Dental License by way of the International Dental Program at UCSF in June 2016. Antonia loves to travel and try foods from all over the world! She likes to experiment with cooking and spending time with her family.
Suki has been working at Marina Dental for over two years and has over ten years of experience in the dental field. She graduated from the Oxnard College Dental Hygiene Program in 2005.Suki values spending time with her family and learning traditional Mexican cuisine. She enjoys all things outdoors and active but especially hiking, rollerblading, and yoga. Suki is friendly and informative educating her patients on important oral hygiene practices putting the most nervous of patients at ease.
Liz has been with Marina Dental since 2003 and has been in the dental field for twelve years. She enjoys working with people and is our insurance and treatment expert! Liz has two kids and enjoys being a soccer mom. Liz likes to spend time with her family, riding her bike, hanging out with friends, and watching her kids play sports. She is constantly working for patients as their insurance advocate.
Mercedes has been working at Marina Dental since 2007. She is currently working on becoming a Registered Dental Assistant and taking classes at Oxnard College. In her spare time Mercedes likes to hang out with her family, play soccer, and watch sports. She is always bubbling with a big smile to brighten everyones day!
Mina has been with Marina Dental for seven years and knows the office like the back of her hand. She is currently going to school taking any class that sparks her interest. Mina likes to hang out with her sisters, listen to live music, and anything else creative.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 124 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestDaniela Aguilar
a year ago
Dr. Sandy Gabriel stands out from any other dentist I've visited. I really appreciate that she takes her time to educate patients on what she is doing and why she is doing it. She is also very gentle and calm which helped when I became anxious during my numbing. I also appreciate that she kept checking in to make sure I was okay; it made me feel a lot better. She and her assistants are really great, friendly and ethical.
paul thurston
a year ago
Very professional and courteous and received helpful and honest assessment of my situation
M Herrejon
a year ago
Loved my visit, they're warm and friendly
Kristi Foster
a year ago
I love the staff! They're courteous, attentive and ethical. It makes going to the dentist so much easier!
Susie Kapaun
a year ago
Everyone at the dental office is so kind and caring. I've had extensive work done with zero pain. Love the staff always friendly and engaging!
Diane Diaz
2 years ago
The doctors and staff are very kind. They treat you like a friend and are always happy to see you. I've been coming here for many years and I don't think I will ever go anywhere else.
Martin Mares
2 years ago
Very pleasant atmosphere, they make you feel right at home, comfortable. Everyone in this dental office is very professional and caring.
Robert Day
2 years ago
What an amazing experience, I am visiting from Texas I wish they were my local dental office.
Kristina Valenzuela
2 years ago
Nice staff! Clean rooms! Caring doctors!
Bernardo Ramirez
2 years ago
I bring my entire family here. Great staff especially the office manager, Liz, and all the dentist. My kids always leave happy and not crying.
Chase Ryan
2 years ago
Its hard to get a legitimate dental office that will take care of you and this office is a great one! I have never had any issues here and I recommend everyone I know to go here. I am always taken care of at my appointments. I also wanted to give a shout out to there awesome assistant Mercedes. She is the best employee I could ever imagine and she deserves so much credit!
Andres Torres
2 years ago
Dr. Gabriel has helped me so much in the time I been attending the dental office. I have great trust in her advice and I would recommend her as a dentist to anyone.
Dean Felten
2 years ago
I can't say going to the dentist is my favorite thing, but my experience at Marina Dental was awesome. Dr Gabriel is very thorough and took the time to explain the procedure and answered all my questions. I believe I get great service from all the staff and treated with respect and kindness on every visit. I am happy to put my trust in them.
Natalie DeTone
2 years ago
I left a very rude comment awhile back. I wish I could delete it but I can't find it. I was rude to Liz and the amazing dentists at marina dental. Considering I've been to three other dentist I'm so happy I called them. The rude comment left by me was my own fault. They are efficient and kind also affordable. The best receptionist Liz, along with he dental team. I will never speak I'll of them again that was my fault and the did an amazing job!!!!! How often does a person get a molar pulled in 5 min ? #marinadentalisthebest
Anna Magallanes
2 years ago
Staff are wonderful! I cracked my tooth and they got me in right away I was able to make a follow-up appointment so that I could get it fixed. Friendly and fabulous!
Ruth Naputi
2 years ago
I've been coming here for 3 years now and my dentist and hygienist are so nice and actually listen to you when you have concerns. Staff was very nice and informative. The office was very clean.
oceanaire39
3 years ago
Very polite staff that know what to do, and how to make you calm if you have any problems.
Robert Roman
3 years ago
Superior dentistry and customer service
Mayra M
3 years ago
Always and amazing staff and doctor.
Brian Scott-Whittaker
3 years ago
Love you guys...Dr Moa & Mercedes are amazing...hated going to the Dentist my whole life...(and I'm Old)......not here very relaxing 10......stars for me
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