Our Staff

Meet the experienced and friendly staff who make us the leading provider of oral hygiene and personalized dental services in Laguna Niguel.


Lupe Vargas – Office Manager

I have been in the dental field for over 8 years! I started as a stain tech in a laboratory and then worked front office. I fell in love with the field as soon as I stepped foot in a dental lab. I am now the Office Manager at Laguna Niguel Smiles Dentistry. My focus is creating a family-like environment for my patients. On my days off, I hang out with my friends and family. I love the outdoors, I love family game nights and going to the gym! I am also a dog mom to my puppy named Piggy!


Nia Hajializadeh – Dental Assistant

Hi my name is Nia
I am a dental assistant at Laguna Niguel Smiles Dentistry. I have been in this field since 2011. I received my bachelors degree in the University of Long Beach. My ultimate goal is to become a Dentist. Outside of the office, I enjoy reading and hanging out with my friends and family. A fun fact about me is that I’m practicing playing the piano and I love it!


Barbara Martinez Pena – Registered Dental Hygienist

Hi I’m Barbara Martinez Pena, RDH, RDA.

I’ve been in the dental profession for over 20 years. I would describe myself as kind, caring and compassionate. I’m always looking to do what is in the best interest of my patients. In my spare time I enjoy hiking our local hills and trying out new restaurants.


JoAnne Trout – Registered Dental Hygienist

I have many years of experience as a hygienist. I enjoy what I do, mostly because of the people I encounter. My patients are like family to me and I want to give them the best care they deserve. My husband Kevin and I have 3 adult children, all married. My 3 grandchildren are my pride and joy and my best buddy is my dog Bella. Relaxing for me is spending time with friends visiting Temecula wineries.


Our practice is conveniently located at the corner of Town Center and Alicia Pkwy.

Laguna Niguel Smiles Dentistry
Phone: 949-770-7686
Fax: 949-495-4601
30131 Town Center Dr #250
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
info@personalizedsmiles.com