About Our Staff
At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of 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.
As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy.
To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. We attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Also, being members of various professional dental associations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession
Karen Navarrete, Office Manager
Skilled at working both the front and back office, as Office Manager I am very familiar with all of the procedures in the office, which is a great asset in composing the daily schedule. I have been a Registered Dental Assistant since 2006, and I have worked chair side with Dr. Vu since 2009. Our team is dedicated to helping our Dentists provide the best and most comprehensive dental care for our patients in a warm and friendly environment.
Mamie Kosaka, RDH
I am a third generation Japanese American and I was born and raised in Southern California. I married my childhood classmate and high school sweetheart. We have two grown daughters and recently became grandparents. I met Dr. Becker in 1972 and in 1981 I became his first Dental Hygienist. I graduated from West Los Angeles College Dental Hygiene and I did my clinical work at UCLA with my fellow Hygienist Sandy Meyerowitz. I enjoy the many connections I have made with my patients over the years and in my limited once a month schedule. After forty-five years of dentistry I am still going strong! Keep flossing!!!
Chrysten Silvia
Lead Assistant
I am originally from Massachusetts and moved here to sunny California in 2017. I attended Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School where i obtained my certificates in Infection Control, Radiation health and safety, and Dental assisting in 2015. After high school I worked at a private practice until I moved here to southern California. My favorite part of the job is getting to know the patients and what makes them feel the most comfortable while being seen in our office. When I'm not working, I love exploring California.