Meet The

team

Get to know Us

Our people set us apart. We’re passionate, friendly, and dedicated. Every member of our team is focused on ensuring you receive clear and compassionate care, and making sure you feel at home.

Toni Lafferty

CFO

I grew up all over, but mostly in California. I have worked in the financial industry since 1999, doing anything from data entry, bookkeeping, payroll, and investment portfolio reconciliations. I have worked in dental since 2018, and am happy to say I can speak the language. I graduated from UCMT in 2001 and have completed additional massage and bodywork courses over the years. I’ve been singing since I learned to talk, I can play the piano, marimba, and most percussion instruments, and am often absently whistling some random tune without thinking (mostly disney, showtunes or oldies). As a mother of 6 adventurous kids, life is rarely without an anecdote. I am quirky, witty, helpful, and hard working. I love my family, words, puns, a good belly laugh and think hugs are better than food. I genuinely love people and believe that friends are just family members that we are blessed to choose to have in our lives.

Mariah McAdams

Business Assistant

I’m originally from northern California & really love my cats Mr. Burger & Milkshake!!! In my spare time I enjoy writing acoustic music, hiking Sandia peak & frolicking in the forest!

Leah Mowrer

Registered Dental Hygienist

I have been in the dental field since 2005. I was a dental assistant first and then chose to continue my education in dental hygiene. I am a mother of four amazing children. I have a set of twins. I enjoy the outdoors, cooking, traveling and being with my family.

Alleah Candelaria

Registered Dental Hygienist

I’m a UNM graduate and native New Mexican who enjoys our wonderful local cuisine & spending time outdoors with my family.

Caressa Goodman

Dental Assistant

My name is Caressa. I am originally from Durango, CO. I have worked in the dental industry for over 20 years and love helping people overcome their fears and have fun coming to see us. I love spending time with my family, volunteer work, traveling the world, camping in my teepee and snorkeling.

JuliSa Villa

Dental Assistant

I love working in dental. I really enjoy helping people achieve their dental goals! I love my family & enjoy working out & spending time with loved ones!

Harmony Castillo

I’m originally from Ojo Encino, NM where I grew up with my loving family. I’m new to dental but love it because I can help people gain confidence and see them smile. In my spare time I love to travel and see new things!

Judith Perez Cervantes

I’m originally from Arizona and have been in the dental field for 10 years. I love spending time with my family and In my spare time I enjoy drawing, painting or solving Soduko puzzles.

Harriet Browman

Harriet spent most of her life in Miami, Florida where she raised 2 sons, and lots of dogs and a cat. She taught Jazzercise for 13 years. Then in 1994 she began working in dental offices. In 2016, they followed her oldest son and daughter-in-law to Albuquerque and she started with ABQ Gentle Dentistry in 2018.

Some of Harriet’s favorite pastimes are cooking, reading, going for road trips, eating out and spending time with her family. One of her favorite and most important roles she plays in our office is welcoming patients and making every patient’s visit as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Harriet especially enjoys going over and above to accommodate our patient’s needs, taking a genuine interest in each patient’s life events and family connections.

Exciting News! Our office is finally getting it's long awaited renovation! We will continue to provide the same compassionate patient care during our renovation, with limited capacity. Please follow along with us on Facebook and Instagram for updates and photos of the progress.