Our Staff

Our friendly staff is extremely effective in making patients feel right at home, especially those with the "dental jitters".  Our staff strives to be the eyes and ears of our practice.  We encourage our patients to share with us personal events or celebrations and equally can be a shoulder to lean on when things aren't going your way.  Our connection to our patients is what develops a great relationship through out treatment.

Our orthodontic assistants have years of experience in treating patients with excellent, compassionate care; their goal is to make your orthodontic experience a pleasant and comfortable one.

Michelle, New Patient and Marketing Coordinator. Michelle also coordinates all events for Santa Barbara Dental Study Group, a continuing education program directed by Drs. Kubisch and Dennis Shanelec.


Carol, Scheduling Coordinator. Carol will assist you in scheduling your follow-up visits once you are an established patient.


Buffy, Financial Coordinator. Buffy will guide you in establishing any payment arrangements and also assist you in your insurance filing.


Sandra, Orthodontic Assistant. Sandra also coordinates all correspondence with our Spanish speaking patients.


Brittany, Orthodontic Assistant.


Tatum, Orthodontic Assistant.


Devyne, Orthodontic Assistant.