Dentists in Murrieta, CA

Maricelle Ortiz-Luis D.D.S., General Dentist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Ortiz-Luis says, “My patients can expect that I diagnose and treatment plan as ideally as possible, that I choose materials and utilize techniques that are best for them. I set a high standard and I do my very best to achieve them with every patient. They will always be treated in a caring way because that’s what I would want for myself and my family.”

Dr. Ortiz-Luis is a graduate the University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry. Her career in dentistry began as a dental office receptionist when she was still in high school. She eventually earned her Registered Dental Assistant license and put herself through college and dental school while working as a dental assistant.

She attended the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) for advanced training in Esthetics, Implants and Occlusion. She also successfully completed a mini-residency in Dental Sleep Medicine at UCLA to bring snoring and sleep apnea solutions for her patients. Dr. Ortiz-Luis belongs to distinguished organizations such as the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Academy of General Dentistry, San Diego County Dental Society, California Dental Association, American Dental Association and American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.

In her free time, she enjoys cake decorating, making beaded jewelry, reading, and traveling. She takes lessons in piano and dance. She has been married for over 15 years, has 3 daughters and a little Shih Tzu, named Ziggy.

EDUCATION

D.D.S.–UCSF School of Dentistry

Advanced training in Esthetics, Implants & Occlusion–UCLA

AFFILIATIONS

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

Academy of General Dentistry

San Diego County Dental Society

California Dental Association

American Dental Association

American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine

Nicole Haydt D.D.S., MS, Orthodontist

ABOUT ME

Dr. Haydt, says, “My goal is to give every patient an exceptional, customized experience while providing a quality smile he or she will love!” “The best part of being an Orthodontist is building connections with my patients is absolutely the highlight of coming to work each day. I love being witness to the burst in confidence and self-esteem my patients go through as their smile transforms.”

“As a kid, I was actually quite timid and fearful about going to the dentist! The smell was just as sterile and cold as the environment looked. My orthodontist in high school is the one who changed my perspective about dentistry altogether. His personality was everything you’d expect from a grandpa — warm, welcoming, with an endless supply of jokes. While I was his patient, he hired me to become his orthodontic assistant. There I learned all of the basics of dentistry, and the dental office became a place of learning and excitement for me.”

After graduating from the University of California at Irvine, Dr. Haydt, received her Dental Degree from the New York University College of Dentistry. She completed her Orthodontics training at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists. She also speaks Spanish. Dr. Haydt, says, “When I’m not in the office, you’ll find me climbing mountains, trying out new foods, or catching up on the latest show. Your TV recommendations are always welcome! ;)”

EDUCATION

B.S., Biology–University of California, Irvine

D.D.S.–New York University College of Dentistry

M.S., Orthodontics–University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine

AFFILIATIONS

American Association of Orthodontists

Dr. Stephen Kallaos’ goal is to provide a pleasant periodontic evaluation and an informative discussion of the options for attaining optimum oral health. He offers multiple levels of sedation to make treatment for his patients as comfortable as possible. He is also very active with his peers to stay on top of the latest technology and procedures available. His membership to industry associations include the Academy of Osseo integration, the American Dental Association, and the California Society of Periodontists, to name a few.

After receiving his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from UCLA, Dr. Kallaos continued his studies as a Bruin, entering the UCLA School of Dentistry for his D.D.S. degree. He then focused his studies on Periodontics and earned his certificate in this specialty from the UC San Francisco School of Dentistry. He is Board-certified by the American Board of Periodontology. Dr. Kallaos has been practicing Periodontics since 1998.

Outside of the office, he enjoys bicycling, snow skiing, and Sudoku, and his favorite author is Dan Brown. He is married and has three children.

Education

B.S., Biology – University of California, Los Angeles

D.D.S. – University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry

Certificate, Periodontics – University of California San Francisco School of Dentistry

Affiliations

Diplomate – American Board of Periodontology

Newport Harbor Academy of Dentistry

American Academy of Periodontology

California Society of Periodontists

American Dental Association

California Dental Association

Orange County Dental Society

Tri-County Dental Society

Dr. Evert Cowan, D.D.S., is a general dentist at Gentle Dental Murrieta. He initially earned a degree in Nursing from the University of Maryland and the University of Pittsburgh before pursuing his D.D.S. from Loma Linda Dental School. Dr. Cowan completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) at NYU Langone.

Passionate about the hands-on and engineering aspects of dentistry, Dr. Cowan enjoys working closely with his patients to deliver high-quality care. He takes great satisfaction in seeing the positive impact his work has on patients' smiles and their excitement with the results.

Outside the office, Dr. Cowan enjoys road cycling, hiking, and is a car enthusiast with a love for both German and JDM vehicles. He remains dedicated to continuously learning and advancing his skills in the engineering elements of dentistry.