Deanna is our Registered Dental Hygienist. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in
Dental Hygiene at the University of Detroit Mercy, as well as her certificate in administering local anesthesia (something
new to hygienists in Michigan). She is an active member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association, as well as the
American Dental Education Association. Deanna prides herself in giving her patients the tools they need to achieve oral
health and the education to understand the link between oral health and systemic health... all with a smile! She is
married, loves animals, music and just spending time with her family.
Office Coordinator, Mary Ann, has been with Dr. Santini since 1987. Her daily routine
consists of clerical responsibilities, dealing with all insurance questions and concerns and patient phone contact.
She is committed to helping our patients/clients achieve the highest level of optimum oral health by education and communicating
benefits of preventitive oral care. She is married and has two children and three grandchildren. Her hobbies include
reading, interior decorating and she enjoys many outdoor activities.
Office Coordinator, Melissa, has been with Dr. Santini's staff since December of 2000.
Her daily resposibilities include greeting the patients, appointment scheduling, answering phones, assisting patients at the
end of appointments and maintaining the office website. She is married and has two children.
Treatment Coordinator Wendy, joined our staff in 1997. She comes to us with 4 years experience
as a Certified Dental Assistant. She can provide up to date answers to our patients' dental questions and concerns.
The most rewarding part of her job is seeing a patient leave with a smile, knowing they have received the best dental care
available. She is married and has two sons.
Our Sterilization Coordinator, Melissa S, has been with Dr. Santini since September of 2000.
Her responsibilities are to make sure each operatory is disinfected and all instruments are sterile. At the end of every
day, she leaves knowing that each and every one of our patients has received the best dental care in an office that exceeds
infection control mandates. She has two sons.
