The Team
Dr. Don and Yolanda Gutierrez
Dr. Don graduated from Washington University School of Dental Medicine in 1985. His National Board composite score was above the 90th percentile. He is a member of the New Mexico Dental Society and the Albuquerque District Dental Society. His father Dr. Eloy R. Gutierrez and his mother Cecelia are credited with the tradition in dentistry within the Gutierrez family. Don is pictured here with his wife of over twenty years, Yolanda, his business manager.
Together, Don and Yolanda have worked diligently to keep his practice modern and professional. They have surrounded themselves with a highly qualified staff and have a close network of qualified specialists and dental laboratories. They believe in high moral values, honesty and integrity being the most important of these qualities when it comes to providing dental care to you. Know that you will feel welcomed, appreciated, and cared for when you allow us to provide your dental care.
Don and Yolanda have raised three children together. Don is a golfer, a fisherman, and loves doing his own yard work! Yolanda loves to read and travel. See you soon!
Christina
Christina is a Certified Dental Assistant. She has been in the dental profession for eleven years and worked at Don's practice for seven of those years. She is happily married and loves living in the East Mountains. She enjoys hiking and spending time with her family.
Christina
Christina is a Certified Dental Assistant. She is an honors graduate of Pima Medical Institute and has been a dental health professional for three and a half years. She was born and raised in Albuquerque and is an artist and a singer. Most importantly, she has two beautiful daughters and loves spending time with her family.
Donna
Donna graduated dental hygiene school at UNM in 2003, and is certified to perform local anesthesia, CPR, and OSHA in the state of New Mexico. She has been working in Don Gutierrez' office since July 2005. She enjoys helping my patients maintain their dental hygiene and learning from them. She enjoys spending time with her family in the great outdoors.
Erica
Erica is a Certified Dental Assistant and has been working with Dr. Gutierrez since 1999. She is proud of the work environment she helped establish and enjoys the bond she has with her co-workers. She takes pride in knowing that she is a part of providing such wonderful care for our patients. She is married with two beautiful children.
Gena
Gena began her career in the dental field as a surgical assistant in oral surgery over twelve years ago. She then received her Bachelor of Science degree in Dental Hygiene in 2008 from the University of New Mexico and is certified to administer local anesthesia. As a long time member of the dental field she feels that the key to making patients feel comfortable in the dental chair are compassion, patience and a gentle touch.
Mark
Mark has lived in Albuquerque for 50 years. He is a graduate of Manzano High School and the University of New Mexico Dental Hygiene Program. He has been involved in the dental field for over 30 years beginning with equipment sales and service! He has enjoyed working with Dr. Gutierrez for over 16 years. He is an avid mountain biker and enjoys motorcycling. He has two fantastic adult children.
Monique
Monique received her baccalaureate from the University of New Mexico Dental Hygiene Program in 1992. She believes it is her qualities of compassion and understanding that keeps her patients coming back. She loves her profession and finds real joy in making a difference in the lives of her patients.
Roxann
Roxann is our office manager. She has worked with Dr. Gutierrez since 2005 and is also a Licensed Dental Assistant with over eleven years of dental experience. She will assist you with all aspects of your visit: administering the recommended treatment, tracking the insurance benefits and fees associated, and working out payment options available in the office.
Roxann is married with 3 children. She enjoys traveling with her family, especially when the great outdoors is involved.