We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover cards as well as cash and personal checks. Additionally, we are happy to file dental insurance claims on your behalf as a courtesy to our patients, and we accept payments from all PPO providers. We are currently participating 'in-network' providers for the following plans:
Dr. Vairo is known for his gentle touch, making even the most anxious patients feel comfortable. Dr. Vairo helps his patients in all aspects of dentistry from preventative care to complex forms of restoration, and exceptional cosmetic procedures. He regularly attends continuing education classes both locally and nationwide to keep up with the latest advances in dentistry, in order to provide you with outstanding results clinically.
Dr. Vairo attended the University of Florida College of Dentistry and has been practicing in the Gainesville area for the last 25 years. Dr. Vairo and his wife Tina have three beautiful daughters. Their entire family has been very active in our Gainesville community and in their church, University City Church of Christ.
Dr. Ernesto Guerra was born in Caracas, Venezuela. He attended the School of Dentistry at the Universidad Central de Venezuela, where he received his doctorate degree. In addition, Dr. Guerra completed a two year general practice residency program at the University of Puerto Ricos medical science campus. While at the University of Puerto Rico, Dr. Guerra completed two years of research in association with the University of Indiana which compared decay detection methods in children below thirteen years of age.
Being part Gator, Dr. Guerra and his lovely wife Laura have called Gainesville home since 2013. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Florida Dental Association (FDA) and the Alachua County Dental Association. In his spare time Dr. Guerra enjoys traveling, as well as listening to and mixing new music as an avenue to explore different cultures. He enjoys helping others and has a profound respect for life.
Ellies experience in the field of dentistry spans about 30 years, 10 as a dental assistant and 17 as a hygienist. Her lengthy career is the result of wanting to help people feel better about themselves. According to Ellie, If I can help them smile with confidence, I have accomplished that.
Jessica has always enjoyed going to the dentist which prompted her interest in dentistry as a career. She loves helping people have a comfortable dental experience. She strives to give people the eductation they need to maintain their oral health, and leave the dental chair with the confidence they need to maintain their dental care at home.
Ericka is married with three children. Her family also has two rescue dogs and two horses. She enjoys spending time with family and traveling to new places. Ericka has a passion for baking and enjoys sharing it with her work family.
Kristi has been in dentistry for 24 years, with over 10 of those being right here at Santa Fe Family Dental. She has 2 daughters and loves spending time with her family. She enjoys real estate and refurbishing anything old. Kristi loves helping people, and believes you get back what you put in.
Sandi has worked in the dental field for more than 18 years, many of those specifically spent dealing with insurance. She has a large working knowledge of most insurance plans and loves helping people maximize the use of their benefits.
Denise has over 20 years of experience in the field of dentistry, and is the Treatment Coordinator for our team. Denise is happily married with four children and two grandchildren, and enjoys camping in her free time.