Dr. Steve Ross graduated from Brigham Young University in 2000, earning his bachelors degree. He went on to dental school at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), graduating in 2008. The majority of his dental school training had a foundation in function and aesthetics. Dr. Ross is dedicated to staying up to date in dentistry, so he continues his education continuously. He learns something new every day. Dr. Ross has received advanced training in implants, dentures, root canal therapy, periodontics, sedation dentistry, and treating medically compromised patients. Dr. Ross has been practicing in the Salinas, California, area since 2009. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA). Dr. Rosss goal is to give patients what they want whenever possible.

Dr. Matthew Malvase was born and raised in San Jose and has been in the dental field for over 14 years. He attended the University of California at Santa Barbara, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in biology and also discovered his passion for dentistry when he worked as a dental assistant during summer breaks. He went on to become a registered dental hygienist, studying at Carrington College in San Jose. Upon graduating from dental hygiene school, he decided he wanted to further his dental education even more and was accepted to Roseman University College of Dental Medicine in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree and was inducted into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society. In his free time, Dr. Malvase enjoys rooting for the San Francisco Giants and the 49ers and playing golf.

Alissa joined the Ross Family Dental team in August, 2013. After graduating from high school she attended the Dental Careers, Salinas Regional Occupational Program while taking her prerequisite courses for the Dental Hygiene Program. Upon graduation from Hartnell College, Alissa transferred to Diablo Valley College where she received her Dental Hygiene Degree in 2009. Alissas favorite part about being a part of the Ross Family Dental team is having the opportunity to educate her patients on their oral health condition and treatment options. She strives to make every patient feel as comfortable as possible at every visit. Outside of work Alissa enjoys traveling, spending time with her family and friends and going on runs.

Amelia has been with our practice since April, 2014 and contributes as one of our amazing hygienists. Amelia graduated from the Dental Hygiene Program at Carrington College in 2011 with a degree in Dental Hygiene. Amelia enjoys being a part of the progressive team at Ross Family Dental. It is her priority to help educate her patients on their oral condition and treatment options while providing the very best dental care, delivered in the most comfortable manner possible. When not caring for her patients at work, Amelia is busy taking care of her two boys and family.

Melissa has been working in the dental field since 2005 when she graduated from the Dental Careers Program at Salinas Regional Occupational Program. After working as a dental assistant for five years Melissa received her Registered Dental Assistant license in 2010. She joined the Ross Family Dental team in February, 2016 and is currently working to obtain her Orthodontic Assistant Permit. Melissa has also worked as an Infection Control Instructor. When not at Ross Family Dental, Melissa enjoys spending time with her daughter outside and watching her perform with her local dance group. Melissa says, I enjoy assisting patients with their dental needs and educating them on their dental treatment options. I also love helping patients understand their dental insurance and how to make their benefits work for them.

Leanne has been an integral part of our team since 2007 and is one of our dedicated dental hygienists. She graduated as valedictorian in 2007 from the prestigious Cabrillo College of Dental Hygiene, where she also served as class president. Leanne loves helping her patients achieve their oral health care goals and building close relationships with the people that she cares for at Ross Family Dental. She is a joy to be around and her laughter and upbeat personality are infectious! When not at work, Leanne enjoys spending time with her husband, George, and their daughters, Paige and Piper. She likes to read and enjoys cooking and baking.

Diana has been with our team since February, 2016. She delivers care and treatment for our patients, while working both alongside Dr. Ross and directly with patients, specializing in Dental Restorations. She connects with our patients almost immediately, and strives to deliver great care and dental treatment. Diana graduated with an Associate of Science degree in Dental Assisting from Monterey Peninsula College in 2008. Her passion for dentistry led her to pursue furthering her career, and in 2014, she graduated from the University of Pacific, Dugoni School of Dentistry Registered Dental Assisting Extended Functions program, (RDAEF2). Diana says, I have a great passion for dentistry, and am grateful for the opportunity to work with the most genuine and caring person, Dr. Ross.

Mayra began her dental career in 2008 and has been working in dental office administration since that time. She contributes professionalism and accountability to our team. Mayra has worked alongside Dr. Ross since 2016 and believes that he is an amazing dentist. He is genuinely kind and values his relationships with his patients as much as he does with his team. In addition to her dental experience, Mayra attended Cabrillo College where she completed the EMT, Phlebotomy and Medical Assisting Programs. Mayra enjoys spending time with her sweet little girls, Delaila and Rubi, when not assisting patients in our office.

Meghan joined our team of dental hygienists in 2015. She completed the Monterey Peninsula College, Dental Assisting Program and graduated from the Carrington College, Dental Hygiene Program in 2015. The main reason that Meghan wanted to become a Registered Dental Hygienist was to further educate the community and her patients about the necessity to help maintain their overall health with great dental care. When Meghan is not helping her patients get and stay healthy she enjoys hiking, traveling and spending time with her loved ones.

Yusuf grew up in Southern California before moving to Salinas and graduating from North Salinas High School in 2014. He then earned a Bachelor of Science in biological sciences from the University of California, Irvine before joining our practice in 2018 to gain shadowing experience under Dr. Ross. The team loved him enough to bring him on as an assistant, and hes been with us for just over three years now. Yusuf has found mentorship through Dr. Ross and his incredibly knowledgeable team, learning about what it truly means to be a provider for your community. He is currently in the process of interviewing for dental school and hopes to one day serve his community in the same capacity as Dr. Ross and Dr. Malvase. In his spare time, Yusuf enjoys skateboarding and listening to music.

Kiana joined the Ross Family Dental team in September of 2019. She graduated from the Dental Careers Program in Soledad in 2011 and started working in the field thereafter. Kiana went on to receive her RDA license in 2013 and utilized it for six years before graduating as a Registered Dental Assistant with Extended Functions 2 (RDAEF2) in 2019 from the Dental Specialties Institute in Cupertino. Kiana is passionate about her career and loves each opportunity to interact with patients and help educate them on their dental treatment.

Elizabeth obtained her dental hygiene degree in 2008 from Cabrillo College, and she also holds a bachelors degree in dental hygiene (BSDH). Her passion and dedication as a hygienist stem from the bonds and relationships she forms with her patients while assisting them in obtaining a healthy mouth. Born and raised in Monterey County, she thoroughly enjoys long hikes and a great book. Elizabeth loves spending time with her husband and two children.

Ashley started her dental career in 1989 after graduating from the dental careers program at the Regional Occupational Program in Salinas. She acquired her registered dental assisting license in 1991 while earning her Associates of Arts degree from Hartnell College. In 2003, Ashley graduated from UCSF with her Expanded Function-1 license. Driven by her desire for knowledge and a more hands-on approach to provide great dental care, she pursued her Expanded Function-2 license, graduating from Dental Specialties Institute in Cupertino in 2020. Ashleys passion for dentistry motivated her to share her 30 plus years of knowledge and experience as a clinical instructor at Dental Specialties Institute in Cupertino, where she currently teaches. In her free time, Ashley enjoys baking, cooking, spending time with her family and friends, and watching movies.

Marissa Sollid is a dental assistant currently enrolled in the dental assisting program at Monterey Peninsula College. She plans on obtaining her registered dental assistant license once she completes her program. She found her passion for dentistry in her dental careers class at her high school. She also volunteers at her local animal shelter. In her free time she likes to spend time with her pets and find to new places to explore.