Soft Touch Dental Team
Our exceptional, friendly staff is our greatest asset. Our dental assistants and hygienists are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry, as well as communicating with patients throughout the entire treatment process. They are excited about what they are doing, have high standards of quality and integrity, and are motivated to achieve the best results for our family of patients.
We feel it’s important that you understand the treatment that you’ll be receiving so that you can relax during the procedure. Our staff is available to answer any questions regarding your dental care. Please feel free contact us with any questions or concerns about your care.
Edna
Meet Edna, she is one of Soft Touch Dental’s incredible Dental Assistants. She has been with Soft Touch Dental for 17 years.
In that time, Soft Touch has become her second family, patients and staff included.
(She has been seeing some of the same patients since the very beginning!) Outside of the office, Edna loves cooking and home improvements.
Kia
She loves dentistry because she feels like she never stops learning as Soft Touch stays on top of all of the latest advancements in dentistry.
Not only is Nikia passionate about caring for her patient’s oral health, she is a HUGE LA Lakers fan.
Paola
Carmie
RDH (Registered Dental Hygienist)
Carmie earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Physiology from San Francisco State University. She went on to receive her Dental Hygiene degree with honors from San Joaquin Valley College in Visalia, where she refined her clinical skills and deepened her passion for patient-centered care.
Carmie is dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients of all ages. She prioritizes comfort, education, and personalized treatment, believing that informed patients feel more confident and empowered in their oral health journey. Her goal is to motivate and support each patient in achieving and maintaining a healthy, beautiful smile.
Outside of the office, Carmie enjoys spending quality time with her family, expanding her knowledge of coding, traveling, and exploring all that sunny San Diego has to offer.
Mariah
Mariah joined Soft Touch Dental in January 2025 as the Director of Operations, bringing over a decade of experience in the dental field. She began her career as a dental assistant in 2012 and worked her way up, gaining expertise in both patient care and practice management.
Mariah is passionate about creating a seamless and welcoming experience for both patients and staff. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her son, baking, and making memories with friends.
Sheryl
Sheryl loves Soft Touch because her connection with her teammates AND her patients feel as close as family.
When she’s not holding us together at the office, she loves to walk by the beach, write poems, and sew.
