Meet the Staff - Gire Orthodontics

La Habra Office: (562) 690-1199

2250 West Whittier Blvd. Suite 200, La Habra, CA 90631

Chino Hills Office: (909) 393-9911

15944 Los Serranos Country Club Dr #100, Chino Hills, CA 91709

Ericka Torres

Treatment Coordinator (Chief Snaggle Negotiator)

About me:

I am a hard-working and driven individual who isn't afraid to face a challenge.

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

When the patient sees the end result after we perform our magic! The end result is always so rewarding.

Favorite food and prepared by who:

My favorite food is sushi prepared by the amazing sushi chefs at Chomp in Fullerton (mmm....LOL).

Jessica Leija

Administrative Assistant and Treatment Coordinator (Senior Smile Scheduler and Snaggle Negotiator)

About me:

Pinterest is my go-to in times of creative crisis.

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

I'm at the front desk so my favorite part is seeing all the smiling faces as they check in. I also love meeting new patients and their families as well!

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I'm a sushi fan! I don't care who prepares it as long as it's fresh and they go easy on the rice.

Jamie Rivera

Administrative Assistant (Smile Schedule Commander)

About me:

I am the oldest of four siblings!

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

I love it when we start new patients with their smile journey! They're so excited and I'm so excited for them!

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I love all Asian cuisine but I especially love Habachihana! That place is soooo good!

Briana “Bri” Amador

Administrative Assistant and Treatment Coordinator (Chief Smile Officer and Snaggle Negotiator)

About me:

Three things I absolutely need in my life are Jesus, coffee, and the beach!

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

When patients get their braces removed because I know they'll be walking out with an amazing confident smile!

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I love anything prepared by my grandpa. Especially his chicken soup. It's so good for the soul!

Cindy Rivera

Registered Dental Assistant (Director of Beautiful Smiles)

About me:

Mother, wife, and music lover.

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

I love removing our patient's braces. Seeing the expression on their faces is absolutely priceless!

Favorite food and prepared by who:

Anything Portuguese prepared by anyone in our big Portugeuse community.

Tanisha “Nisha” Beanez

Registered Dental Assistant (Executive Smile Designer)

About me:

I'm a very creative and outgoing person who is always ready for the next adventure.

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

The appointment where we take the braces off. It's always rewarding to see the patient's reaction to their beautiful new smile.

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I love sushi! As long as it's a quality restaurant, I'll love it!

Anna Rodriguez

Registered Dental Assistant (Tooth Alignment Manager)

About me:

I am a hard-working and driven person who's ready for anything the world has for me!

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

When the patient sees the end result after we perform our magic! The end result is always so rewarding.

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I love homemade cocido prepared by anyone who knows how to prepare it well!

Patti Anduha

Dental Assistant (Principal of Pearly Whites)

About me:

I enjoy helping others.

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

I love all aspects of orthodontics but I especially like putting the braces on new patients.

Favorite food and prepared by who:

Hawaiian food prepared by myself or Aunty Maile's in Torrance, CA (shameless plug).

Hee Jung “HJ” Lim

Registered Dental Assistant (Master Smile Straightener)

About me:

I've been in the dental field since 1999 and I love what I do!

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

I literally love all of the procedures in orthodontics from start to the end, however, I especially love seeing their new, bright smile at the end of their treatment. It truly gives me happiness and joy.

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I love Korean food prepared by my mom. She is the best chef and cooks for me with much love.

Vanessa Gomez

Registered Dental Assistant (President of Gorgeous Grins)

About me:

A family oriented woman who loves what I do.

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

My favorite part of orthodontics is seeing the end result and their happy smiles.

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I do love some steak and shrimp...a little surf and turf if you will. As long as it's prepared well, I'll eat it.

Araceli “Chely” Jaime

Registered Dental Assistant (Champion Chopper Connnoisseur)

About me:

I'm married and a mom of three beautiful girls.

My favorite procedure in or part of orthodontics:

I love changing or advancing the wires. That means we're making progress and I love seeing the changes.

Favorite food and prepared by who:

I love Mexican food prepared by my mom. Doesn't get any better than that!

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We proudly serve patients at two convenient locations, making it easy for you to access expert orthodontic care close to home.

La Habra Office

2250 W. Whittier Blvd., Suite 200
La Habra, CA 90631

562-690-1199

Mon - Fri: 9 a.m - 6 p.m
Sat: 8 a.m - 1 p.m

Chino Hills Office

15944 Los Serranos Country Club Dr
#100, Chino Hills, CA 91709

909-393-9911

Mon - Fri: 9 a.m - 6 p.m
Sat: 8 a.m - 1 p.m

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