Michael Schwartz, DMD
Sam
Registered Dental Hygienist
Sam was born in England and raised there throughout his early childhood. He moved to the United States when he was eight years old and has enjoyed the beauty and adventure Arizona has to offer ever since. Sam started his early adult years as a professional dancer and dance instructor, enjoying a wild variety of dance styles. He later decided to start the next chapter of his life, exploring his passion for health sciences. Sam’s passion for healthy living and helping people smile, ultimately drove him to pursue a career as a Dental Hygienist. Outside of work, Sam enjoys hiking, traveling, riding horses, and spending time with his dogs.
Raquel
Registered Dental Hygienist
Raquel is originally from Tucson, Arizona. She lived in Arizona all her life. Raquel went to Northern Arizona University for her bachelor’s in Biological Sciences and minored in Psychology. She then went back to school for Dental Hygiene at Carrington College in Mesa, AZ where she graduated from in 2018. Raquel loves traveling, hiking, paddle boarding, hot yoga, and doing lyra in her free time. She is also learning how to play the singing crystal sound bowls for sound healing therapy. Raquel has one cat named Neoma, she is a munchkin bengal ragdoll.
Taylor
Registered Dental Hygienist
Taylor grew up in White Bear Lake, MN. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene degree at Minnesota State University, Mankato, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She relocated here to North Scottsdale in August 2023. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, traveling, and watching sports. Taylor had some poor dental experiences growing up and knows that dental anxiety is real, which is why she prides herself in being the best hygienist she can be for everyone - those who are a little anxious, those with special needs, and even children who are experiencing the dentist for the first time.
Myra
Office Manager
Myra has been in the dental field for 30 years. She started as a receptionist and then moved to the clinical side of dentistry as an assistant for 10 years of her career, and from there moved back to the front office as a manager.
Myra grew up in a lot of different areas because her dad was a coal miner. She settled in Arizona 22 years ago. Myra has three children, eight grandchildren, and one fur baby. She enjoys cooking, traveling, and being with friends and family.
Sandra
Patient Account Coordinator
Sandra is originally from Pennsylvania but Arizona has been her home for over 20 years. She has been in the dental field since 2003 working at the front desk in different capacities. Sandra has four grandchildren that she loves spending as much time with them as she can. She has four fur babies, a dog and three cats. In her spare time, she takes Pilates classes, hikes and does different crafting projects.
