The heart of our practice is our superb team who are dedicated to providing compassionate care to our patients and helping them achieve excellent oral health. Each team member brings their own unique knowledge and expertise, working closely with each other to make sure our patients experience the highest quality care possible in a warm and friendly environment. We look forward to meeting you!
Jeff Prais, DDS
Dr. Jeff Prais is a native of Southern California and grew up right here in Southwest Riverside County in Temecula. After graduating from Temecula Valley High, he spent the next eight years in the Bay Area completing his education.
He earned his bachelor’s degree in Integrative Biology from the University of California at Berkeley and his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of California at San Francisco (UCSF) in 2005. After graduation, Dr. Prais decided to return to his hometown.
Dr. Prais is dedicated to giving back to his hometown and enjoys the many challenges that dentistry provides. Whether it is helping an anxious patient overcome their dental anxiety with care and compassion or helping to restore a long-lost smile, dentistry is full of many rewards.
“Dentistry is a wonderful profession” says Dr. Prais. “I enjoy coming to work each morning, meeting new people and seeing old friends, and working together with patients and our dental team to improve smiles and oral health.”
When away from the office, Dr. Prais enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter. He loves the outdoors and can frequently be found on his mountain bike enjoying the local trails.
Christina Franzel
Registered Dental Hygienist
Christina received her training as a Registered Dental Hygienist at Pasadena City College and has been with the practice since the day we opened. She loves working with people and enjoys building ongoing relationships with her patients to help them achieve optimal oral health.
Christina grew up in Covina, and when she’s not busy taking care of her patients, she likes to read, dance, walk her dog, and spend time with family.
Cassandra Trinidad
Registered Dental Hygienist
Cassie is a NY native who moved to the area in 2017. She began her career as a registered dental assistant and shortly thereafter, went to dental hygiene school. She graduated from Moreno Valley College with an Associate’s in Dental Hygiene and continued her education at Northern Arizona University, earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Dental Hygiene. She has a passion for learning and actively engages in continuing education to help patients achieve and maintain optimum oral health.
Outside of the office she enjoys reading, exercising, and spending time with her family.
Felisa Montejo-Rodriguez
Registered Dental Hygienist
Lisa
Front Office
Lisa began her 30 year career in dentistry as a dental assistant. She transitioned into front office where she enjoys serving patients with her knowledge of dental insurance and treatment planning.
She enjoys meeting new people and helping others. Outside of the office she enjoys running, volunteering, baking, and spending time with her family and dogs.
Sally
Front Office
Sally has been in the dental industry for her entire career, starting as a dental assistant and then moving to the front of the office.
She has been happily married for 28 years. She enjoys spending time with her granddaughter as much as possible. Outside of the office you can usually find her on the water, weather it is the ocean or a lake or riding motorcycles.
Julie
Registered Dental Assistant
Julie is a native Southern Californian and received her assisting degree in Van Nuys. She enjoys caring for patients and creating beautiful smiles.
She loves to travel and go to the beach, and she is fan of cycling sports, motocross, and is a devoted Dodger fan.
Jamie
Registered Dental Assistant
Jamie is known to put a smile on patients' faces and for making them laugh. She has 5 years of experience as a registered dental assistant working in general practices and specialty offices.
Outside of patient care you'll find her playing tennis, at the gym, or hanging out with her cats.
Dexter
Dental Assistant
Dexter is a dedicated Dental Assistant with a passion for helping patients. He graduated from UEI College for Dental Assisting and is currently attending MSJC to further his education.
When not assisting he enjoys spending time with his family and planning trips to Disneyland.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Jeff Prais and his fantastic staff for the outstanding dental care they continually provide. Not only is Dr. Prais an exceptionally talented dentist, he is also a very caring and compassionate professional. This genuine compassion and professionalism is displayed throughout the entire office staff, which is a reflection of Dr. Prais' leadership. I would highly recommend Dr.Prais to anyone looking for outstanding dental care. Dr. Prais makes it a true pleasure to see the dentist!
Mike Baray-Retired Chief of Police- City of Murrieta, Current Chief Investigator Ventura County DA Office