Tricia
Financial Coordinator
Hometown: Harbor City, CA
Tricia brings decades of dedication to HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry, serving as our Financial Coordinator since 1996. With a background in billing, insurance, and appointments, Tricia is often the friendly first point of contact for families navigating the financial side of their child's care. She holds a BA Degree and earned her credentials as a Certified Dental Assistant, along with her S.C.R.O.C. and CSUDH education.
Outside the office, Tricia loves spending time with her husband, son, and daughter. You can often find her planning a trip to Disneyland or catching a live concert with the people she loves most.
Tricia
Jennifer YonamineJennifer
Treatment Coordinator
Hometown: Torrance, CA
Jennifer is a vital part of the HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry family, bringing 19 years of experience to her role as Treatment Coordinator. A UCI graduate, she keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes by reviewing treatment plans, scheduling appointments, and coordinating general anesthesia appointments so families always know what to expect.
When she is not at the office, Jennifer is fully immersed in family life. She loves taking trips to places like Hawaii, Mammoth Mountain, and Florida, and most of her days outside of work are happily filled with cheering on her four kids and keeping up with their endless sports activities.
Esti, RDA
Registered Dental Assistant
Hometown: Torrance, CA
Esti brings over 35 years of experience in patient care and dental office operations to her role as a Registered Dental Assistant at HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry. A graduate of El Camino College and credentialed through S.C.R.O.C., Esti's depth of knowledge and steady presence make her a reassuring face for both kids and parents alike.
Outside the office, Esti is passionate about fitness and maintaining an active lifestyle, and she treasures every moment spent with family and friends.
Esti
Melanie
Melanie, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist
Hometown: Torrance, CA
Melanie is a seasoned Dental Hygienist with over 35 years of experience in pediatric dentistry and a USC BS Dental Hygiene education to match. At HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry, she keeps little smiles healthy by cleaning teeth, giving injections, placing sealants, and applying silver diamine fluoride, bringing a calm and experienced hand to every appointment.
When she is not at work, Melanie loves spending time with her husband David, kids Siera, Micah, and Sage, and their dog Thor. You can find her fly fishing, exploring Mammoth Mountain, or on the pickleball court.
Pricilla, DA
Dental Assistant
Hometown: Compton, CA
Pricilla is a Certified Dental Assistant who brings energy and care to every appointment at HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry. With a college education and hands-on expertise in taking x-rays, chairside assisting, and sterile coronal polish, she helps make each visit smooth and comfortable for the kids and families we serve.
Outside the office, Pricilla loves to travel, hit the trails hiking, and take her boys on adventures to different parks.
Pricilla
Phoebe
Phoebe, DA
Dental Assistant
Hometown: Palos Verdes, CA
Phoebe An is a Dental Assistant at HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry. Armed with a Cognitive Science B.A., she brings a thoughtful approach to her work sterilizing instruments and providing chairside assistance, helping ensure every appointment runs safely and efficiently.
When she is not at the office, Phoebe channels her creativity into making video games for fun!
Savanna, DA
Dental Assistant
Hometown: Wilmington / Compton
Savanna is a Certified Dental Assistant at HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry, bringing her training from UEI College Gardena to every appointment. From taking x-rays and assisting the doctor during treatment to sterilizing equipment and performing lab tests, Savanna plays a hands-on role in keeping each visit safe, efficient, and comfortable for the kids and families we serve.
Outside the office, Savanna loves spending time with her two sisters and her three dogs and a cat. You can find her at the beach, at the movies, or singing karaoke with her best friend.
Savanna
Kimberly
Kimberly, DA
Dental Assistant
Hometown: Compton, CA
Kimberly is a Dental Assistant at HulaGrins Pediatric Dentistry, bringing an Associate Degree and training from American Career College to her work managing patient care, preparing treatment rooms, and taking radiographs. Her hands-on approach and attention to detail help make every visit comfortable and efficient for the families we serve.
Outside the office, Kimberly is an outdoor enthusiast who loves hiking, camping, and spending time at the beach. Soccer has been a lifelong passion — she played from 6th grade through 12th grade and the love of the game has never left her. She also has a four-year-old Multipoo named Milo, who joined the family as a Christmas present and has been stealing hearts ever since.