Meet Our Dental Dream Team
Our amazing team at Mandarin South Dentistry is the heart and soul of our Mandarin dental practice. We're a bunch of dedicated individuals who are passionate about dental health and making your visits comfortable (and maybe even a little fun!). From the moment you walk in, you'll be greeted with a smile and the support you need for a positive dental care experience. Get to know the friendly faces who help us deliver quality dentistry with a personal touch, right here in Jacksonville!
Marina
Dental Assistant/Front Desk
Marina has worked as a dental assistant at Mandarin South Dentistry for over 20 years. Her family moved to Jacksonville from Russia more than 30 years ago. She loves spending time with her friends and family, she enjoys reading and going for long walks on the beach.
Angelita “Lita”
Dental Hygienist
Lita moved to Jacksonville in 2002. She’s been a hygienist for 20 years. What she enjoys most about her job is helping her patients maintain their healthy bright smiles for life. She enjoys outdoor activities and has a love of gardening. She is happily married for 14 years with a beautiful daughter and a dog.
Stephanie
Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Stephanie has 14 years of experience as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant. She has a true passion for making smiles beautiful. Whether it’s assisting with complex procedures or ensuring patients feel comfortable and cared for, she is driven by the joy of improving people’s lives through dentistry. Outside of the office, she loves spending time with her husband of 9 years Andrew. They have two daughters and two adorable fur babies, with their first Granddaughter on the way! When not making smiles shine, we love camping and I enjoy sewing, a creative hobby that reflects the care and attention to detail I bring to both work and life.
Christie
Office Coordinator
Christie has been in the dental field almost 25 years, and absolutely loves it! She works very hard with insurance companies and takes pride in being known as the “Appeal Master”. In her free time she enjoys going on adventures with her boyfriend and rescue pup, taking their Jeep down A1A, and listening to live music of all genres.
Paws-itively the Best Team Members! Meet Our Canine Crew
While our human team is busy crafting beautiful smiles, we have a very special Doodle trio who will frequent the front office ensuring everything runs smoothly (and with plenty of tail wags!). Meet our beloved office mascots, the furry hearts of Mandarin South Dentistry Ruby, Bruce, and Tobie! They might not be wielding dental tools, but their contributions to patient comfort and overall office morale are immeasurable.
