Our Team

Candice Sonny | CDA, Office Manager

Candice Sonny, CDA,  Office Manager
“Originally from Northern Arizona, I spent most of my life on the Navajo reservation. The fall of 2005 marked my move to Mesquite and I have been working with Cosmopolitan Dental since November of that year. The dental field has been my passion since 2003. I am currently continuing my education to become a dental hygienist. Having wonderful patients is one of the best parts of working at Cosmopolitan Dental with my team. My background has instilled in me a deep sense of community and compassion, which I bring to my interactions with patients every day. Growing up on the reservation taught me the importance of cultural sensitivity and understanding, skills that are invaluable in my role. This unique perspective helps me connect with patients from diverse backgrounds and provide them with the best care possible. 

My husband and three children keep me busy when I am not at work. . As a mother, I enjoy spending time with my children and watching them participate in their activities. I also love watching sports such as NCAA women’s volleyball, the WNBA, and football. My favorite WNBA teams are the Las Vegas Aces and the Indiana Fever.

 

Angelica Guiza | Dental Assistant

Angelica Guiza, Dental Assistant/Hygiene Coordinator

 

“I was born in Fresno, California. I moved to Mesquite and began working for Dr. Ofori in 2006. Every year has been great, and it keeps getting better! Some of my hobbies are camping, running, reading books and spending time with friends and family.”

 

 

 

 

Patrice Russell | Dental Hygienist

 
“Patrice has been working in dentistry since 2013. She began her career as a dental assistant, then decided to go back to school to become a licensed dental hygienist. Patrice loves working as a dental hygienist because it gives her an opportunity to educate our patients on the benefits of prioritizing their oral health. She also loves all the different people she gets to meet every single day!
Patrice grew up and went to school in small town in New Jersey. Patrice has a love for good Italian food and New York style pizza. When she isn’t here seeing our patients, you can find her either playing pickleball, snowboarding, or about with her very large family.”

 

Shelly Brown | Dental Hygienist

Shelly Brown, RDH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kara Shears | Dental Hygienist

“Kara has been an RDH over 30 yrs. She is licensed in 3 states now and passionate about enhancing overall health through good oral health. When Kara isn’t cleaning teeth, she is probably out racing bikes, open water swimming, hiking with her dogs or (maybe) hanging out with her husband in St. George. As a fitness instructor she knows the benefits of an active life/good health and how good oral health coincides with less predisposition to systemic health problems. She prides herself on meticulus clinical skill and education and care for her patients and how to better care for your smile!”

Jenny Aguayo | Dental Assistant

“Hi, I’m Jenny. I’ve been a dental assistant with Cosmopolitan Dental since 2020. I am from California and grew up in Mesquite. I enjoy being outdoors and traveling to California. My favorite places to go is Disneyland and the beach.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jackie Riveria Gutierrez | Dental Assistant

“Hi, my name is Jackie. I’m a dental assistant has been working with Cosmopolitan Dental for since 2020. I enjoy working with my team and the patients. Whenever I can I enjoy traveling to Mexico and spending time with family.”
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Natalie Plancarte, Sterilization Tech

Natalie Plancarte, Sterilization Tech