Angela is a Scheduling Coordinator and Registered Dental Assistant with 25 years of experience in the dental industry. Angela has a wide range of expertise that are vital to our office. She loves continuing to learn about advancements in the industry and looks forward to many more years of dedicated service.

Angela lives in Maple Valley with her husband. She has a daughter and two granddaughters. She enjoys spending time outdoors gardening, boating, and camping with family and friends.

Lauren is the scheduling coordinator here at Smiles for Maple Valley. Born and raised in Maple Valley, she’s excited to be part of a team that truly cares about the community and makes every patient feel welcome. She enjoys helping people feel at ease from the moment they walk through the door. When she’s not at the office, you’ll likely find her spending time with her daughter—doing arts and crafts or adventuring through local parks.

She looks forward to continuing her growth in the dental field and contributing to the exceptional care Smiles for Maple Valley is known for.

Natalie is a Registered Dental Hygienist with over a decade of experience in providing excellent patient care. Her goal is to connect with patients, improve their oral health, and educate them to strive for a healthy lifestyle. She explains the correlation between a healthy mouth and whole-body wellness. She takes continuing education courses every year to stay up-to-date on new medical recommendations for better patient care.

She loves to go camping with her husband, grandkids, and siblings. She also enjoys weightlifting, taking long walks, and traveling to warm tropical climates where she can enjoy swimming in the ocean.

Leslie likes to help people feel good about themselves. She assists Dr. Lotfi with crowns, implants, oral surgery, root canals, and many other procedures. She loves to see the beautiful and rewarding smiles from her patients. Seeing how dentistry can improve lives and give people their confidence back is the most rewarding part of her job.

Leslie graduated from Renton Technical College and has been a Registered Dental Assistant for over 20 years.

Leslie enjoys traveling, playing in the sun, and boating. She also loves running, hiking, and sports.

Rakshita holds a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Management and Leadership from Bellevue College. As a dental assistant, she enjoys connecting with patients, listening to their concerns, and helping them feel comfortable throughout their visit. She finds it incredibly rewarding to be part of a team that makes a real difference in people’s health and confidence.

Outside the office, Rakshita loves spending time with family and friends. She’s a big fan of TV shows and movies, enjoys discovering new restaurants, trying out different recipes at home, and unwinding with multiplayer video games and board games.