meet our team
Whether having your teeth cleaned by one of our highly trained hygienists, meeting with our insurance coordinator on getting treatment covered, or simply scheduling your appointment with our receptionist, you will receive topnotch care. Each of our team members is compassionate about serving our patients and ensuring they receive the care they deserve.
our dental hygienists
willie johnson, rdh
Willie started in the dental field in 1998 as a dental assistant, and completed Dental Hygiene school in 2005 and joined the Metropolitan Dental Care team soon after. A regular runner, and doing anything active, Willie keeps busy with his family when not educating patients on the value of great oral care.
joanne gustafson, rdh
Joanne grew up in the Denver area and loves this beautiful state. She graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry with a degree in Dental Hygiene. Joanne has been a part of the Metropolitan Dental Care team since 2015. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, hiking, football games, concerts, and camping.
angela dillard, rdh
Angela is a Wyoming native. She graduated from dental hygiene school in 2020 and has been serving our patients with great care since then. Outside of the office she enjoys traveling with her wife, spending time in the outdoors with her three dogs, snowboarding, and all that Colorado has to offer.
linda van, rdh
Linda is a Colorado native who takes pride and dedication in her work. She earned her dental hygiene degree in 2012, and has been providing exceptional care to patients since then. She is a family-oriented foodie who enjoys traveling, paddle boarding, and attending Red Rocks Concerts and musicals.
jenelle johnson, rdh
Jenelle grew up on the Central Coast of California and has lived in Colorado since 2007. She obtained her associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene from Iowa Western Community College and Creighton University in 2005. She also earned her bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management from MSU Denver in 2017. In her time away from the office, she enjoys many outdoorsy Colorado activities, traveling to exotic international destinations, cooking all types of ethnic foods, and spending time with her Goldendoodle, Bourbon!
our dental assistants
jeanette white
Jeanette has been with Metropolitan Dental Care since 1987 and loves her job. In her free time, she enjoys reading, volunteering, and being a mom.
karla santoyo
Karla completed her training in dental assisting at the Emily Griffith Technical College. She prides herself on continuing to expand her skills and education to offer excellent care for her patients. Originally from Cuba, Karla spent her teenage years living in Miami before making Colorado her home. In her free time, Karla likes to spend time with her adorable dog Rose and her cat Lucas, play badminton, and do outdoor activities.
kayla portillo
Kayla is a Colorado native who has been in the dental field since 2016, providing excellent patient care every step of the way. Outside the office she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, visiting museums, running, lifting weights, and hanging out with her extended family. She also has a Dalmatian who really enjoys when she takes her on hikes in the mountains!
tabatha gallegos
Tabatha is a California native who made Colorado her home in 2023. She began her dental career in 2021, and continues to grow and learn daily. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her dog Rocky or go to music festivals and concerts.
our front office staff
tina hurtado
practice manager
Tina has been in the dental field since 1994 and truly enjoys what she does. Her number one priority is customer care as well as building long-term and trusting relationships with each patient. She thrives on the camaraderie and pride of working in a state-of-the-art dental practice and upholding the excellent reputation of the practice. With 2 grown children, she and her husband of 35 years enjoy spending time with their grandchildren, traveling, riding motorcycles, the outdoors and football.
susan murday
hygiene coordinator
Susan has been with MDC since 2007 and has been in the dental field for over 25 years. Susan moved here from Ohio 18 years ago. She loves to travel to a beach or Las Vegas with family and friends.
norma grijalva
insurance coordinator
A Denver native, Norma has been in the dental field for 22 years. She enjoys reading, book clubs, Broncos games and spending time with her daughter, fiancé, and 4 fur babies.
vanessa garza
patient care coordinator
A California native, Vanessa has called Colorado home since age 8. She has been in the dental field since 2021, and continues to expand her knowledge base. She loves making meaningful connections with people, listening to live music, spending time outdoors with family and friends, and travelling the world any chance she get.
