Meet The Team

At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of San Diego dental professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health.  We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs.  As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication.  Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us. 

 

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Mark A. Kretz, DDS, APC

Family & Cosmetic Dentist

Dr. Mark A. Kretz was born in Los Angeles and raised in Buena Park, CA.  He attended UCLA as an undergraduate and received his D.D.S. from USC in 1981.  He completed a General Practice Residency program at Travis A.F.B., CA.  He completed his U.S.A.F. scholarship commitment at Luke A.F.B., AZ in 1986.  Dr. Kretz assumed ownership of Dr. Greg Hauser’s practice in 1988.

Dr. Kretz is proud to welcome patients to a practice that strives for compassion, empathy, and experience with education striving to provide excellent dental care.  His philosophy is that we are a service that provides outstanding care and clinical results.

Dr. Kretz has received special training in dental implants, sedation dentistry, and endodontic and periodontal care.  He focuses on complete care with an emphasis on cosmetic dentistry.

He received his Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry in 1984.  He is a proud member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Academy of Osseointegration, International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the San Diego Implant Study Club.

Dr. Kretz and his wife, Lori have been married for 31 years.  They are the proud parents of two sons and a daughter.  He enjoys reading, fly-fishing, golfing, attending his son’s soccer games, and playing with his two Shelties.


Dr. Danielle McCourt

General Dentist

Dr. Danielle McCourt grew up in Glendale, Arizona in an Air Force family, and fell in love with San Diego when her family would spend their summer vacations here. When her older sister went to dental school, Dr. McCourt’s eyes were opened to the profession of dentistry and the way it can positively impact her community. Dr. McCourt attended the University of San Diego and received a degree in Chemistry with Honors. She then went to Houston, Texas to the University of Texas School of Dentistry, where she graduated in the top ten of her class. She was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the San Diego County Dental Society.

Dr. McCourt is passionate about dentistry and helping her patients achieve optimal health through providing high quality dental care to every patient who comes into the office. She attends continuing education courses to expand her expertise and belongs to professional dental societies to remain current on important issues affecting the field.

Dr. McCourt lives in Point Loma with her husband Jeff and their son Milo. Their favorite pastimes are walking through the neighborhood with their golden retriever Finley, visiting local restaurants, and spending family time at the beach.


Veronica Torres

Office Manager

Veronica has over 18 years of Front Office & Management experience. She studied Human Resources through SDSU’s extended studies program and was previously part of Fr. Joe’s Villages HR department. She obtained most of her dental experience while working for an Ambulatory Surgery Center in Spokane, WA. She also has experience working with pediatric patients and patients with disabilities. She prides herself in providing great customer service and truly enjoys being part of Dr. Kretz team.

When away from the office Veronica enjoys being with her family. She is a proud mother of three adult children and four grandchildren. She also has two adult bonus daughters and three bonus grandchildren with her husband David.  She enjoys reading, watching movies, and going on mini-trips with her husband whenever possible. 



Laura Munoz, RDA

Registered Dental Assistant/Assistant Administrator

Laura graduated from Concorde Career Institute with a Dental Assistant Certificate in 2000, then became a Registered Dental Assistant in 2002. She joined Dr. Kretz’ team in 2015 and considers his practice her second family. In 2020 she transferred from a clinical position to an administrative position and has kept her license active.

Early in her dental career she wanted to pursue returning to school to become a dentist. As a young mother her family has been her priority and that dream has not come into fruition. She has a passion to help patients improve and keep an exceptional oral health.

Laura is the proud mother to her son, two daughters, bonus sons and daughter, grandson and four-legged fur baby girl. Her most favorite things to do are date nights with her husband and goofing around with her children.



Pam Fraser, RDH

Registered Dental Hygienist

Pamela attended school in the San Francisco Bay area for her Bachelors and later finished dental hygiene at the Cypress Dental Hygiene program in Orange County.

She and her family have lived in San Diego for many years. She has two daughters, one who lives in Santa Barbara and the other who is completing her nursing degree in Arizona.

Pamela enjoys working in Point Loma, being a hygienist and caring for her patients. She truly enjoys her time with each of her patients, getting to know them and watching their families grow.



Adrian Lugo, RDH, AP

Registered Dental Hygienist

Adrian attended Loma Linda University and graduated with his Bachelors of Science degree in Dental Hygiene. Adrian has been a practicing dental hygienist with Dr. Kretz since 2004. He is active in continuing education and has completed his Alternative Practice licensure. As a full time hygienist at Dr. Kretz’s office, Adrian also currently treats patients with severe disabilities and homebound conditions in the comfort of their homes. In his spare time, Adrian enjoys the outdoors, he is an avid fisherman, hunter and traveler.


Chanda Vega, RDH

Registered Dental Hygienist

Chanda graduated from Loma Linda University Dental School in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. Chanda has bee a part of Dr. Kretz team since 2017. She is married to her wonderful husband of 35 yrs. and is proud of her two grown sons.  

She and her family enjoy playing worship music together on the weekends at church and also enjoys catching waves when surfing with her youngest son.


 


Michelle Perez

Assistant Administrator/RDH

Michelle has been working for Dr. Kretz since 2004 while attending school. After graduating from Cerritos College Dental Hygiene Program, Michelle worked as a dental hygienist until after her second daughter was born. Since 2018 Michelle has been working behind the scenes and filling in when needed. In her spare time, Michelle loves spending time with her husband, David and two daughters as well as reading and making rosaries.


Teresa Blancas, RDA

(bio will follow at a later time)


Samantha Martinez.

RDA

Samantha was born and raised in Guadalajara, Jal. Mexico. She and her family moved to WA State in 2007. She received her Dental Assistant certificate from UEI, and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Washington State.

Samantha has been assisting since 2009 and became a Registered Dental Assistant in 2011. Dentistry is her passion and she is committed to changing patients lives one smile at a time. She believes that a less anxious patient is one that is fully informed, which allows them to make better decisions about their oral healthcare.

She loves working with a team that feels like family and who empower one another to succeed and provide the best care. Outside of work she spends her time painting, playing with her dogs, and traveling with her husband.

Samantha looks forward to meeting you and helping you obtain the smile that you deserve when you come visit our dental family!






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