Dr. Josh de Graffenried is a native to East Texas and has always had a love for restoration, healthcare, and community. He graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas.
Dr. Josh completed the 10-month Maxi-Course in Implant Dentistry at the Atlanta Center for Restorative Dentistry in 2013. He has been a member of Advanced Dental Implant Studies in Atlanta, Georgia, since 2014. He is also an associate fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, having completed 300 hours of implant training as well as passing an in depth written and oral examination. He really loves being able to transform people's mouths and help them acheive their dreams with their smile when it previously seemed impossible to them.
He loves family life with his wife and kids, being involved at church, working out, running, reading, traveling, dreaming up big dreams, and finding great coffee shops.
Dr. Daniela Cerrilo graduated from the University of New England with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine. She served as the president for the Hispanic Student Dental Association, and was also part of the Student Diversity Leadership Program.
One of her favorite places she has traveled is the state of Maine with all its varid seasons and so many trails to walk, no mosquitos, colorful flowers, and beautiful weather. She loves reading, thrifting, and being with her family. When you meet her, you might hear about her two cats named Isla and China who are very different in personality but loved just the same.
She says, "I want to agree with everyone that going to the dentist is not a fun activity to do. However, it is my job to help it be less stressful and intimidating. Please let me know any questions, or anxieties that you may have and I will help you during your appointment."
Dr. Daniela loves serving her community here in Tyler with excellent and compassionate dental care.
Dental Hygienist
April was born and raised in Arkansas, and then lived in Lousivilke Kentucky for 10 years. She is married to her husband, Jon, has a darling daughter Clara Mary Katheryn and a fur baby, Ollie, who is a goldendoodle. She loves ethnic foods, and likes to find new ways to eat salads! What she loves about being a hygienist is getting to know people while also taking care of them. Loving helping people conquer their dental fears, she seeks to help her patients take steps towards being proud of themselves.
Dental Hygienist
Altina has been married for over 35 years, with two grown children and two amazing grandchildren. Growing up as a miltary brat, her dad was an air force pilot, and they moved every two years to a different state. She lived in Europe for three years, and moved to Tyler in 1994 with her husband and small children. Being a people person, she loves to connect with her patients and educate people about their health. She strives every day to help people acheive their healthiest mouth!
Dental Assistant
Iris is from Tyler Tx, and graduated from Tyler Junior College as well as East Texas Dental Academy. She's been in the dental field for over 10 years and is married with two kids! She loves to hang out with her friends and family, loves to shop, and is always down for a vacation to the beach. Iris loves helping patients achieve healthy smiles and acquiring new dental knowledge as she continues in her career.
Dental Assistant
Anahi is a Registered Dental Assistant who is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their smiles. She loves making sure every patient feels happy, comfortable, and truly cared for during their visit. Outside of the office, Anahi owns a home-based baking business and enjoys creating sweet treats that make special moments even more memorable.
Dental Assistant
Emily is passionate about helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. She takes pride in making patients feel comfortable and cared for during every visit. Outside of the office, Emily enjoys reading, especially the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, one of her favorites. She also loves spending quality time with her family, especially her cousins, and relaxing at home with her cat, Matilda.
Dental Assistant
Andrea has lived in Tyler, Texas, her entire life, and she and her family are huge baseball fans. As the oldest of three, she has always been the supportive, responsible one, and her bubbly, upbeat personality helps her connect easily with others. She graduated high school with a cosmetology license and is now working toward becoming a dental hygienist, excited to build a career that blends skill with compassion. Andrea’s biggest goal is to be the very best she can be for each patient and to create an experience like no other, one that makes them feel genuinely cared for, comfortable, and valued.
Treatment Coordinator
Sheila has been the Treatment Coordinator at Tyler Center for Dental Health for the past two years, and she truly loves what she does. Helping patients feel comfortable, confident, and informed about their care is something she’s very passionate about, especially because she understands firsthand how life-changing a confident smile can be. The doctor and team helped her find confidence in her own smile, and now she’s honored to help others do the same. When she’s not at the office, Sheila enjoys spending time with her family, making memories with her partner, and staying busy with her four dogs. She loves connecting with people and being part of a team that cares deeply about the community and every patient they serve.
Treatment Coordinator
Yadira was born and raised in California before moving to Tyler to meet new people and visit new places. She is passionate about being able to assist patients to become more knowledgeable and help them find pride in their smile. Yadira loves making connections with everyone she talks to and enjoys learning new things about people. Outside of her time at work, Yadira spends her time reading books and watching movies. Though, you'll probably find her stuck playing video games or hanging out with her two cats. Her goal is to create a comfortable experience for every patient so they can feel valued and confident in their smile.
Patient Care Specialist
Avonlis is so grateful to serve as the Patient Coordinator at our dental office. She truly loves being part of a team that helps people feel comfortable and confident about their smiles. One of her favorite parts of her role is connecting with each and every patient, getting to know you and your unique, valuable story.
Outside of work, Avonlis loves being outdoors. Camping and traveling are two of her biggest passions. She has been blessed to visit over 15 countries. She is happily married and loves taking weekend trips to nearby spots where they can walk their dog, Scooter, and take out their sailboat.
Patient Care Specialist
Marizol was born and raised in Belton, Texas, and moved to Tyler two years ago to begin a new chapter in her life. She is married and blessed with a beautiful daughter who inspires her every day. Marizol has always loved being someone others can rely on, and she takes pride in helping whenever she’s needed. Her biggest goal is to create a positive difference in the world, even through the smallest actions, and to live in a way that reflects kindness, purpose, and growth.
Patient Care Specialist
Natalia was born and raised in Allende, NL, Mexico. She loves making art and finding inspiration in animals. She graduated high school with honors and earned her cosmetology license. She is currently attending the University of Texas at Tyler, where she is studying Marketing.
Natalia has a girl Husky mixed with German Shepherd named Maya. She loves working here because it brings her joy knowing that patients’ dental needs are being taken care of. Being able to give everyone a warm welcome to the practice is something that brings her a lot of comfort and joy
Executive Assistant
Mayra is from Tyler, TX and graduated from Stephen F. Austin University and Tyler Junior College with a teaching degree. She loves to read, hang out with her family, and she likes spending time outdoors. She's married to her husband Caleb and has an adorable little girl named Caroline and son named Luke. Something you might not know about her: she loves all things Marvel and used to be a teacher!
Marketing Coordinator
Kassandra was born and raised in Tyler, Texas, and has lived there for most of her life. She’s married to her husband, Juan, and they have a goldendoodle named Oliver who basically runs the house. She has owned a flower shop for five years, which has been the perfect way for her to express her creativity and connect with people in her community.
She genuinely loves talking with people, building relationships, and helping others feel comfortable. When it comes to patients, she enjoys educating them and helping them feel confident about their smile. Overall, Kassandra loves making a positive impact in the lives of others, one conversation or one smile at a time.
CXO
Sarah is native to the area and loves to decorate, cook, craft, and spend time playing in the backyard with her kids. She loves marketing because it is getting to imagine patients' needs ahead of time. She loves to create content that bring people into our office, so they can experience the excellent care they deserve. She loves working out, sunshine, cooking, and good stories!
Team Operations
