Our Staff

We are especially interested in making all our patients feel right at home! We put your needs first to achieve efficient and comprehensive treatment. Our staff is trained and skilled, and we strive to provide energetic and fun-loving service to each patient. Each member of our treatment team is a registered assistant, and our office staff has years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. We strive to stay abreast of the very latest in technology and advances by regularly attending continuing education courses and seminars.

Rebecca Mitchell,
Office Manager/Treatment Coordinator
I have been in the dental field for 20 years and have been with Dr. Yao since 1999. I have 2 wonderful boys. I enjoy cooking, traveling, wine tasting, and outdoor activities.

   
  Lu Ann Basinger,
Accounts Manager

Hi, my name is Lu Ann. I have two beautiful daughters and a wonderful husband. I have 2 cats. I've been with Dr. Yao now for 8 years and loving it. We have lots fun here.
   

Marie Nguyen,
Registered Dental Assistant

I was born in Vietnam and grew up in the North of France. After graduating from the Dental Assisting program at San Jose City College, I became a member of Dr. Yao's staff in 2004. I've been working for him since then. I am married to my husband Nick and have two energetic boys, Aaron and Alex. When not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family. Baking, gardening, shopping and traveling are part of my best hobbies.

   

Claudia Roman,
Registered Dental Assistant

Hi! My name is Claudia and I am an R.D.A. I have worked for 3 ½ years in the dental field. I'm new to the Ortho field and it's been great!! I was born in Mexico and came to USA when I was just one month old. Luckily, I still speak Spanish fluently. I love spending time with family and friends. I love camping, going on road trips, and eating out at restaurants. My new hobby is wakeboarding and I'm loving it!

   

Kristy Hawley,
Front Desk Coordinator

Bio Coming soon.

   
   
 

 Jennifer Jensen,

Marketing/ Public Relations Manager

I have been working for Dr. Yao since 2006, I started out as an assistant and now I am happily handling the marketing and public relations for the office!! I have a wonderful family that includes 3 fantastic daughters and a loving husband. I am a HUGE Sharks fan and love to read and cook.