Preeti Singh, DDS
Scottsdale
Dr. Singh is an experienced general and cosmetic dentist with over ten years of clinical experience. She has been chosen as America’s Best Dentists and is a member of American Dental Association and Arizona State Dental Association. She is a graduate from New York University and moved to Scottsdale in 2008. Her desire to provide the very best for her patients drives her to continue pursuing the latest in technological advances and continuing education, making her the premier choice for cosmetic dentists in Arizona. Dr. Singh and her husband have three children. When not in the office, Dr. Singh is busy with various activities with her kids.
Matthew Fox, DDS
Scottsdale
Dr. Matthew Fox is a Michigan native who recently relocated to the Metro Phoenix area with his family and now practices in Scottsdale. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Fox has extensive experience treating complex dental cases, with special interests in bite stabilization, implant procedures, TMJ dysfunction, and sleep-related breathing disorders. He has completed over 5,000 hours of continuing education and is passionate about using advanced dental technology to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. With a focus on reconstructive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry, Dr. Fox is committed to building lasting relationships with his patients through clear communication and compassionate care. Outside the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, and staying active through hiking, biking, swimming, and travel.
Emmy Garcia, DMD
Avondale
Dr. Garcia is a dedicated and compassionate general dentist with seven years of experience in the field. She completed her undergraduate studies at Arizona State University and went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Midwestern University. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Garcia is committed to providing excellent care to all her patients. Her bilingual skills allow her to connect personally with a diverse patient base, ensuring everyone feels understood and comfortable during their visits. Dr. Garcia is also dedicated to continuous learning and regularly participates in continuing education courses to ensure she provides the most up-to-date care. Outside of the office, Dr. Garcia is a devoted mother to her three-year-old daughter. She loves traveling and sharing new experiences with her, always eager to explore new places and cultures together. Her passion for family, community, and cultural diversity enriches her approach to patient care, making her a beloved and trusted dentist among her patients.
Zoey
Scottsdale
Office Manager
Meet Zoey, our paw-some Office Manager! She keeps spirits high with her non-stop tail wagging. She specializes in stress relief (belly rubs required!), boosting morale, and ensuring a good time for everyone. She can be shy at first, but warms up, especially when return patients have treats for her! She is often missed when she gets the day off. Stop by for a visit – She’s always happy to greet you with a wag and a smile!
Sonata
Scottsdale
Dental Hygienist
Sonata loves calling Arizona home and treating her patients like family. In 2023 she celebrated a 10 year anniversary with her husband, Mark; and has continued her career as a Dental Hygienist in Phoenix since 2017. Sonata was born and raised in Europe, Lithuania. In 2002, she obtained a Bachelor degree in Business and studied fashion design; and then worked with the largest advertising agencies as an account manager. In 2010, Sonata relocated to Cleveland, Ohio, and became a registered dental hygienist in 2015. Sonata loves traveling with her family. A happy wife and proud mom of two lovely boys, Hugo and Dominik, she pursues her passions in her free time. Sonata has an eye for fashion and enjoys listening to spiritual and self development audiobooks.
Melissa
Scottsdale
Office Coordinator
Melissa and her family moved to Arizona in 2016 to get away from the cold, snowy Iowa winters. She started her dental career in 1994 as a dental assistant and has been a treatment & financial coordinator since 1996. Having so many years of experience is valuable when discussing procedures and appointments with our dental guests. “I am proud to be a family member of the Mod Dentistry team and feel extremely blessed to get to work with an extraordinary group of people. Because our team offers exceptional care, we have loyal patients that refer their friends and family, resulting in the best practice in Scottsdale.” Melissa loves being a resident tourist exploring the Southwest. She enjoys hiking, boating, travelling, biking, shopping, live music, and reality TV. Time with her husband, Mike, their children, Madison and Chandler, and their goldendoodle, Zoey, is an important part of her life. She is excited about her home with the Mod Dentistry dental family and looking forward to establishing relationships with our great patients.
Samantha Malay
Scottsdale
Dental Assistant
Samantha has been dental assisting since 2010. She first started out in pediatric dentistry for 8 years and orthodontics for 2 years. Samantha has always wanted to be in the dental field with having lots of positive experiences growing up and wanted to make others feel the same way. Samantha is an Arizona native and loves to enjoy a nice patio on her sunny days off. She loves to take day trips around Arizona discovering what it has to offer. Other days she loves to relax and curl up with her cat at home and catch up on her favorite shows.
Kassaandra Gonzalez
Scottsdale
Dental Assistant
Kassaandra began her career in dentistry in 2013 and has a passion for helping patients feel confident in their smiles. She is dedicated to creating a welcoming, positive experience for every patient and takes pride in being part of the smile transformations that help patients feel their best. She loves working in dentistry because it allows her to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives each day. Outside of the office, Kassaandra enjoys relaxing and spending time with her sisters.
Aileen Castro
Avondale
Dental Assistant
Aileen was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, and has been working as a dental assistant since 2020. Aileen enjoys getting to know each patient and strives to make everyone feel welcome, comfortable, and confident by providing the best dental experience possible. Outside of the office, Aileen enjoys shopping, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She also loves hiking and taking in Arizona’s beautiful sunsets. Aileen is grateful to be part of such a friendly and dedicated team and looks forward to helping patients maintain healthy, happy smiles.
Julie Gamboa
Avondale
Office Manager
Julie was born and raised in Southern California and moved to Arizona in 2012. After moving to Arizona she decided to start a new career with the move to a new state. Julie studied at Altrain Dental Assisting Academy and has over 8 years of dental experience so far. Prior to dentistry, Julie worked for a large manufacturer in Southern California at their Corporate facility for over 20 years and has a very extensive background in Business Management. Today, she strives to not only meet, but exceed our patients’ expectations! Not only does she have immeasurable experience in oral healthcare and customer service, but also a passion for helping everyone who visits make educated decisions regarding their oral and overall health. She loves her job because everyone here shares the same vision.
At home, Julie shares her life with her husband of over 30 years together to date. They have 3 amazing children and 4 beautiful granddaughters. Their family maintains a very active lifestyle with their youngest son’s Club Baseball competitive tournaments almost every weekend all over the valley. When they are not at the baseball fields, they love to spend time with family and friends at the lakes and rivers in Arizona.
Janelle
Avondale
Dental Hygienist
Janelle grew up in Phoenix, Arizona and has been a native to the West Valley since 2008. With over 10 years of experience in the dental field, she takes pride in providing comfortable and high quality care. She goes through great measures to educate her clients and to answer all questions so that each individual feels confident with their treatment plan.
Janelle and her husband have been married for over a decade and welcomed their baby boy in 2022. They enjoy spending time together as a family, hiking and mountain biking, and volunteering together.
Mariselda Orta
Avondale
Dental Assistant
Mari was born and raised in San Diego, California, moving here to Phoenix in 2012. Mari completed the dental assisting program at Altrain Dental Assisting Academy in 2016. Taking pride in her work, Mari loves helping patients on their dental journey. In her free time she enjoys spending her weekends with her family, friends, and going on off roading adventures.