Meet Our Team

Dr. Rodas, Dr. and Dr. are proud to present our amazing dental team! Charismatic and friendly, our team of dental professionals is invested in our patients’ lives. We take the time to get to know you on a personal level, calling you by name as we see to your dental needs. Our communication is top notch as our kind team helps to educate you about our options. We have individuals who speak Spanish and also have a service dog. Get to know more about us below or call High Desert Dental at 505-888-2606 to schedule a visit with our dentist in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Taylor

Taylor

Accounts Manager

Taylor attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry, where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in dental hygiene. She has worked as a registered dental hygienist in Farmington and is proud to call New Mexico home. She feels very fortunate to love what she does, and she now manages the front office here at High Desert Dental. One of the most rewarding aspects of her job is being able to form close relationships with everyone that we are able to serve.

In her free time, she enjoys posting on her fashion blog, which has been a fun, creative outlet. She and her husband enjoy spending time with their quarantine puppy, Rosie, and hope to grow their family soon!

Daniel

Daniel

Registered Dental Hygienist

In 2013, Daniel received his Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene from UNM and is licensed to administer local anesthesia. He participates regularly in continuing education courses, in all areas of dental healthcare, to maintain progressive skills in dental hygiene.

He is patient focused and driven to provide a personable experience with the highest quality of dental care possible. Daniel encourages patients to ask questions about their oral hygiene so that he can help educate and encourage them to maintain good periodontal health. Daniel believes everyone can find their path to having great oral health, and he is excited to help you along your dental journey!

When Daniel is not in the office, he enjoys spending time with his loved ones, adventuring outdoors, and maintaining his fitness and nutrition goals.

Rahmera

Rahmera

Lead Dental Assistant

High Desert Dental introduces you to our lead assistant, Rahmera. She has been with the practice since 2014 and graduated and certified from Carrington College in New Mexico. Her favorite thing about working at High Desert Dental would be the way that our team is more than just a team but rather a family. When not at work, she loves spending time with her son, being outdoors and doing aesthetic/theatrical cosmetics.

Mia

Mia

Office Manager

Mia has worked in the dental field since 2014, when she graduated from the Pima Medical Institute and received her certification as a dental assistant. She feels fortunate to be part of the High Desert Dental team and enjoys the great family atmosphere. She loves seeing the smiles we create every day and how every patient is part of the family. Mia spends her spare time with her sons, family and animals. Karaoke is her jam!

Natisha

Dental Hygienist

A graduate of the Pima Medical Institute, Tish is a RDH that has 12 years of dental assisting experience. She loves to volunteer her free time to provide dental care and education. When she’s not working, she loves to travel, hike, go camping and playing disc golf. She moved from Flagstaff, AZ in 2019 and is happy to be in New Mexico and part of the High Desert Dental!

Hannah

Dental Hygienist

Hannah graduated from PIMA Medical Institute with her degree in dental hygiene in 2019. She is a registered dental hygienist and licensed to administer local anesthesia. Hannah enjoys meeting new patients and making sure her patients feel comfortable in the dental office is her top priority. In her free time, she likes to sing, play violin, attend concerts and live sporting events, attend continuing education courses, network and spend time with friends and her two children.

Sarah

Front Office

My name is Sarah, I have lived in Albuquerque my whole life. I was a gymnast for eight years and I am currently pursuing a degree in Liberal Arts at Central New Mexico Community College. I have a beautiful golden retriever puppy named Harper and I am happily married to the man of my dreams. I am looking forward to my future here at High Desert Dental and in life.

Mireya

Front Office

Mireya has lived in Albuquerque her whole life and was a cheerleader in high school for two years. She has been in the dental field for four years and is currently building her own side business as a microblading artist. She has an exceptionally high maintenance French bulldog named Zoey and a German shepard named Luna. Mireya is a happy stepmom to two wonderful children. She is looking forward to her future as a mircoblading artist and here at High Desert Dental.

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