Hobbies/Fun Facts: Dr. Naweed has lived in Las Vegas for over 20 years. His favorite things to do are yoga, reading books, being active, and spending time with family and friends.
Favorite Quote: “If you can believe it, you can achieve it.”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Dr. Dela Cruz loves to travel with friends and family, listen to music, go to concerts, camping and hiking. She was born a Lakers fan but is currently a Bucks fan.
Favorite Quote: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: If she is not reading or writing in her poetry journal, she is hanging out with her favorite little humans (her 3 young nieces). Valerie enjoys random trips and bar hop with her besties. She loves fast cars and tattoos.
Favorite Quote: “If you’re always trying to be normal you will never know how amazing you can be!”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Izzy was born and raised in the Bay Area. Later in life went onto living in Camarillo, CA for 8 yrs. Then, moved to Las Vegas in 2016 where she met her fiancé. Izzy has been in the dental field since 2012, previously a back office dental assistant.
Favorite Quote: “You have to try it at least once”.
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Elizabeth has been in the dental field for over 10 years. She’s a proud Vegas native that enjoys makeup, beauty industry, watching Netflix and hanging out with her two pugs. She has a passion for educating and helping patients reach their dental goals, while ensuring they feel at home at SVD.
Favorite Quote: “Remember as long as you’re breathing, it’s not too late to start new beginnings.”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Oscar was Born in Fresno California but has lived In Las Vegas his whole life. Oscar likes to hike and go on fun trips and loves to stay active. Enjoys sports, shoes and cars. In his free time he likes to go to the gym.
Favorite Quote: “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Cassie received her Associate’s of Applied Science in Dental hygiene. For 6 years, she has been dedicated to providing excellent dental care. She is married with two lovely children and two fur babies. She loves spending time with her family & friends, shopping, enjoys being out in the water.
Favorite Quote: “Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Sylvia attended hygiene school at the College of Southern Nevada where she graduated in 2008. She enjoys getting to know each patient and providing them with the utmost care in a comfortable environment. She is married and has two daughters. She loves traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Favorite Quote: “Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine!”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Dunia received her Associates degree in Dental Hygiene in 2020 and Associates Degree in Social Work in 2017. She is passionate about educating patients on their oral health. You can find Dunia next to the pool with her husband and their Australian Labradoodle (Louis). Her hobbies include traveling, trying new foods, baking and hiking.
Favorite Quote: “With confidence, you have won before you even started” – Marcus Garvey
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Jen is born and raised in Vegas and happily married. She loves to travel, going to Disneyland and eating food! She has a Doberman named Blits (follow him on IG: BlitzDoberman /shameless plug). Her favorite sports team is the Dallas Cowboys.
Favorite Quote: “My goal is to make my patients feel comfortable being at the dental office and putting their needs first. I want to make a difference by educating my patients about their oral health so they can maintain a healthy lifestyle and achieve a beautiful smile.”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Jacob was raised in Las Vegas. He graduated from Del Sol High School. For the past 15 years, he has been dedicated to providing excellent dental care to every patient he comes in contact with. He enjoys playing soccer and occasionally doing some cooking and hiking.
Favorite Quote: “Winning is not a sometime thing; it’s an all time thing. You don’t win once in a while; you don’t do things right once in a while; you do them right all of the time. Winning is a habit. Unfortunately so is losing.” -Vince Lombardi
Hobbies/Fun Facts: Ashley enjoys spending her time with her 2 year old son Sebastian and being surrounded by her mother, father, and brother. She also enjoys singing, dancing and eating.
Favorite Quote: “We may have our differences, but nothing’s more important than family.”
Hobbies/Fun Facts: In her free time She enjoys watching movies with her husband and 2 year old daughter (Laila). She also enjoys painting, dancing and singing even though it may be off tune. She loves nature walks and going to the pool all summer long.
Favorite Quote: “Use your smile to change the world, don’t let the world change your smile :).”