Meet Our Team

Katherine has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2014. You can’t miss the sound of Katherine’s contagious laughter or her enthusiasm in working with the patients. Katherine’s primary responsibility is working in the back office but you might find her in the front office, in the lab making aligners, or with a new patient assisting Dr. Nisco. She is our rover who will fill in the gap of any absent team member. She truly enjoys making beautiful smiles but in her time away from the office she loves to spend time with her husband, Kory, and their adorable fur babies.

Michelle has worked for Dr. Nisco since 1995. Michelle is very knowledgeable in all aspects of orthodontics and is an invaluable member of our team. With her friendly and confident manner, she welcomes all new patients and families and helps them understand the treatment options and financial arrangements. She will answer all questions or concerns that you may have. While away from the office, Michelle enjoys spending time with her husband, Chris, and sons, Connor and Cantor. Together, their family loves relaxing in their boat and going for long dirt-bike rides.

Ana has worked for Dr. Nisco since 1989. At times, Ana is referred to as ‘mom’ by her coworkers because of her nurturing and supportive nature. She trains incoming dental assistants and mentors all those who have come after her. Ana finds positivity in all situations and will help others in doing the same. She finds enormous joy in working as an orthodontic assistant and assisting to create the beautiful smiles. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, bowling and playing pickle ball. Ana also speaks Spanish.

Sandra has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2014. Sandra meticulously does orthodontic procedures with steady hands. She has been in the orthodontic field since 2009 and in the dental field since 2003. Her favorite part of the job is getting to see each patient’s smile transformation and the impact it has on their lives. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Josh, and children, Brielle, Arianna, and Noah. Her free time is spent cheering for her kids at sporting events, watching football (Rams), and hosting pool parties. Sandra also speaks Spanish.

Yesenia has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2015. Yesenia was an intern with Dr. Nisco while attending Orange Coast College RDA program. Her good work ethic left an impression. Upon graduation she was hired to join our team. Yesenia’s dedication and intelligence elevated her to supervise the Orchestrate Lab. She processes scans and prints models for aligners while supervising three staff members. On her days off she likes to spend time with her son and husband. They enjoy going to the beach and spending time with the rest of the family. Yesenia also speaks Spanish.

Alyssa has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2020. Alyssa is enthusiastic and energetic and enjoys the patients and everyone around her just as much as everyone enjoys her. She started as Dr. Nisco’s patient, then became a volunteer to gain experience in a healthcare environment, and lastly was offered employment. Sterilizing instruments and keeping the patient spaces clean and sanitized is of the utmost importance to Alyssa. She is a pre-nursing student and aspiring nurse practitioner. She enjoys playing music, swimming, spending time with loved ones and traveling.

Jordan has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2021. Besides being Dr. Nisco’s nephew, Jordan is a skilled lab technician fabricating aligners and retainers. He works diligently in the Orchestrate lab and is eager to assure the patients comfort in the fitting of appliances. His kind and thoughtful ways make him a welcomed and integral part of the team. He played competitive roller hockey and competed in tournaments in places such as Florida, Ohio, and Toronto. He worked at the Rinks HB Inline where he met his significant other, Savannah.

Charlyn has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2020. Charlyn is a team player, ready to volunteer for anything that will enhance her skills and keep the flow of the office moving. She has a thirst for knowledge and thrives on providing excellent care to all her patients, including the special needs patients. Her work ethic is admirable and she’s passionate about her career. While away from the office, Charlyn enjoys spending time with her family and friends, but especially adores her dog, Churro. Don’t forget to ask her about her dog when you come to visit!

Mercedes has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2019. Mercedes provides scheduling that effectively helps the flow of the office. She is intuitive and compassionate and will go the extra mile to ensure everyone’s satisfaction. Problem solving is her strength. When Monday comes around, she can’t wait to interact with all the bright smiling faces of our patients. She moved to CA from CO with her partner, Christian. They enjoy going to the beach with their two gorgeous dogs. Mercedes is always ready for a spontaneous night of trying a new restaurant or traveling to CO, however, her favorite nights are watching a movie and cuddling up with her family.

Naoko has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2020. Enthusiastic to learn everything about orthodontics, Naoko joined our team and meticulously took notes. She learned quickly and continues to absorb everything there is to know about orthodontics. She exhibits an ability to work easily with patients and demonstrates professionalism. The most rewarding part of her job is helping create beautiful smiles for the patients. During her free time she loves to visit National Parks with her family and take photos everywhere they go. Naoko also speaks Japanese.

Mariali has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2019. She contributes to the team with her multifaceted abilities and leadership. Along with her coworker, she keeps the office flow operating efficiently. Mariali fabricates aligners and retainers but when she’s assisting the doctor, her favorite procedure is removals so she can see the beautiful Nisco smile. She has lived on the mountain her whole life and really enjoys it, minus the snow. In her free time she loves listening to Bad Bunny and playing video games with her brother and cousins.

Kristine has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2018. With over 20 years in the dental field, she can help you with all your insurance and orthodontic needs and will always be attentive as she greets you on arrival. Her managerial skills, multitasking ability, efficient scheduling, and proficient qualities is masterful. Kristine is at the top of her game at all times, helping our team thrive. She moved to Lake Arrowhead in 2016 with her daughter and they enjoy the mountain life so much. She loves to spend time with her family during her off time.

Kellie has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2012. Everyone knows Kellie and Kellie knows everyone! She has a friendly and outgoing personality and will make your experience in the orthodontist office a pleasant one. Kellie grew up in Lake Arrowhead, now married and raising her 5 kids in the beautiful mountain resort. She loves spending time with her family and friends and enjoys all things that the lake has to offer. She especially loves all the relationships she has built over the years with our patients, their families and her coworkers.

Over the years, Mary contributed and worked in different capacities. As an RN at UCLA and then UCONN, she was never far from the dental and orthodontic schools of Dr. Nisco. She came back to the office when the pandemic hit. Mary was invaluable in setting up protocol for the 2020 pandemic and optimized protection for our patients, staff, and general community. Her strong interpersonal skills continues to be an asset in maintaining teamwork. Away from the office, Mary enjoys staying busy and spending time with her wonderful kids, grandkids, family, friends, and awesome husband; Dr. Nisco.

Victoria has worked for Dr. Nisco since 2020. She’s a team player, always willing to lend a helping hand wherever and whenever needed. She teams up with her coworker to decorate the office for every holiday and assists with ordering supplies. She assists and helps with
fabricating aligners and retainers and enjoys seeing orthodontic progress on each and every patient as they develop that Nisco smile. On her time off she likes to go out with her cousins on fun outdoor adventures.

Cindy has worked for Dr. Nisco since 1989. She began employment as an RDA then was accepted to nursing school. While working part time, she received her nursing degree. Her RN profession kept her busy but she came back to do accounts payable while raising a family and continuing her nursing job. When asked about a health issue, the team is fortunate to receive knowledgeable medical advice. Cindy is a problem solver, she is precise, and she is invaluable to the practice. Her commitment and sincere dedication in all aspects of her life is a treasure. Outside of work she loves to travel and spend time with family and friends.