Arcadia Orthodontics - Scottsdale, AZ Team
Brian Nett, DDS
Brian Nett, DDS - Orthodontist
He attended the University of California San Diego where he earned a degree in Biochemistry. Not sure there is a Beach Boys song about that though.
He then swapped the west coast for the east coast as he headed to New York to attend the prestigious Columbia University of Dental Medicine. He enjoyed dentistry, but realized he had a passion for the power of a smile.
So Dr. Nett headed back west and did his orthodontic residency at the University of Washington.
Dr. Nett enjoys helping each of his patients have the smile of their dreams by creating individualized treatment plans that deliver the best results in the shortest time. He knows that a great smile can help boost self esteem in addition to looking great.
Dr. Nett enjoys living a diverse life. To understand this, all you need to know is he is a member of the American Dental Association and American Association of Orthodontists, as well as a member of the Scottsdale Elks Lodge and a Surfrider Foundation Lifetime Member.
Favorite Flick Dr. Nett loves the classics. So of course his favorite movie is Anchorman.
Favorite Read His favorite book may be a little more traditionally classic: East of Eden by John Steinbeck.
Life Passion While Dr. Nett loves transforming smiles, he has been traveling the world surfing since he was 10. Indonesia has been the coolest place he has surfed so far.
Gabriela Avila
Gabriela Avila - Office Manager
Gabby has been dedicated to helping people have their best smiles for over 5 years. She fell in love with orthodontics on her very first day.
She always tells everyone, "changing smiles is changing lives."
Favorite Place in AZ Gaby loves to go to Sedona whenever she can.
Spare Time She enjoys heading out and going off-roading. If she doesn't have her truck, she rides horses!
Fur Parent Gaby has 3 dogs and 2 horses.
Gary Garcia
Gary Garcia - Back Office Manager
Gary attended Glendale Community College before he joined the Arcadia Orthodontics team.
His favorite part of being in orthodontics is when he sees a patient look in the mirror for the first time after their braces are removed.
He wants all his patients to have that great smile after their treatment concludes so he is always reminding patients to keep brushing and flossing.
On the Tube Gary loved Game of Thrones. Even the final season.
Hidden Talent Don't let his lean body fool you, he can squat 450 pounds!
Fav Restaurant Gary eats at Forno 301 every chance he gets. The gnocchi with pesto is his go-to.
Stephanie Benitez
Stephanie Benitez - Orthodontic Assistant
She knew the impact a smile so she knew she wanted to be in the dental field. She attended the American Institute of Dental Assistant to become a certified dental assistant.
She loves helping patients of all ages, but especially loves kids. They are always making her laugh and are curious about everything. Including all the dental instruments.
Reading List Stephanie's favorite book is The 5 People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom.
Favorite Saying It is not the happy people that are thankful, it is the thankful people that are happy.
On the Tube Grey's Anatomy. She can't get enough of it.
Nancy Villanueva
Nancy Villanueva - Orthodontic Assistant
She attended Kaplan College to become a dental assistant to help make the world a better place one smile at a time.
Nancy comes from a large family (4 sisters and 3 brothers!) and has three kids of her own. As a result, she knows how tough the teenage years can be, especially with a less than perfect smile. She takes great pride in helping each patient throughout their orthodontic treatment to make sure they end up with a smile that boosts their confidence.
Reading List Nancy loves to read. Her favorite book is The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews.
Favorite Restaurant Mariscos Playa Hermosa. Just don't ask her to pick one favorite dish.
In Her Spare Time Nancy enjoys staying active and has a passion for photography.