B R I G H T
D E N T A L C L I N I C
OUR TEAM
OUR DOCTORS
Some of the friendliest folks you'll ever meet, our doctors are the best of the best. With thousands of hours of post dental school education between them, our doctors are trained and practiced in a variety of dental medicine and are ready to help.
DR. MICHAEL
HUGUET
DDS
Dr. Michael Huguet, a native of the Pleasant Hill area, has been practicing dentistry since 1991. He graduated with honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and went on to receive his dental training from the University of California, San Francisco. In addition, Dr. Huguet received advanced dental training at the Veteran Administration Hospitals in Martinez and Sacramento, California. He is also a local member of the Diablo Study Club, a club dedicated to advancing the knowledge of implants, and quality comprehensive patient care.
Dr. Huguet resides in Lafayette with his wife Kristán and their three children, Makenzie, Matthew and Lindsey. During his free time, he enjoys traveling with his family, skiing, lacrosse, and fly fishing.
DR. NIMA
AFSARI
DDS
Dr. Nima Afsari, a lifelong Bay Area native, received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Davis, and later earned his doctorate degree from the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. His philosophy is that a tooth is not just a tooth. A tooth belongs to a person, a person belongs to a family, and a family belongs to a community. The comfort and overall wellness of his patients are his top priority. Dr. Nima is dedicated to establish meaningful connections with each of his patients in order to provide the highest level of care they deserve.
Dr. Nima lives in the East Bay, and enjoys exercising, writing fiction, landscaping, playing the piano, and spending quality time with his wife Madison.
DR. CINDY
TOTTLE
DDS
Dr. Tottle earned her Bachelors of Arts in Biology at the University of the Pacific in 1986. She received her D.D.S. at the University of California, Los Angeles in 1991. The following year in 1992 she completed a General Practice Residency with the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Martinez, where she was a co-resident with Dr. Huguet. She also became an ADAPT Certified Functional Health Coach in 2019.
She enjoys teardrop trailer camping, hiking and cooking.
DR. PHILIP
VASSILOPOULOS
DDS - DMD
Dr. Philip Vassilopoulos received his first dental degree from the University of Athens in Greece and completed his Certificate in Periodontology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Vassilopoulos is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and Fellow of the American and International College of Dentists. He joined the UAB faculty and served throughout his time there as a Clinic Director, Predoctoral Director, and Postgraduate Director within the ranks of clinical instructor, clinical assistant professor, and clinical associate professor. He also went back to school at UAB to receive a second degree in Dentistry. The additional knowledge and training he has acquired has enabled him to communicate better and provide closer collaboration with his restorative colleagues.
Dr. Vassilopoulos enjoys living in the East Bay area of California. His hobbies include following his favorite sports teams, listening to music, and traveling. Philip enjoys spending time with his family; he is married and has one daughter.
DR. MICHAEL
HUGUET
DDS
Dr. Michael Huguet, a native of the Pleasant Hill area, has been practicing dentistry since 1991. He graduated with honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and went on to receive his dental training from the University of California, San Francisco. In addition, Dr. Huguet received advanced dental training at the Veteran Administration Hospitals in Martinez and Sacramento, California. He is also a local member of the Diablo Study Club, a club dedicated to advancing the knowledge of implants, and quality comprehensive patient care.
Dr. Huguet resides in Lafayette with his wife Kristán and their three children, Makenzie, Matthew and Lindsey. During his free time, he enjoys traveling with his family, skiing, lacrosse, and fly fishing.
DR. NIMA
AFSARI
DDS
Dr. Nima Afsari, a lifelong Bay Area native, received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California, Davis, and later earned his doctorate degree from the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health. His philosophy is that a tooth is not just a tooth. A tooth belongs to a person, a person belongs to a family, and a family belongs to a community. The comfort and overall wellness of his patients are his top priority. Dr. Nima is dedicated to establish meaningful connections with each of his patients in order to provide the highest level of care they deserve.
Dr. Nima lives in the East Bay, and enjoys exercising, writing fiction, landscaping, playing the piano, and spending quality time with his wife Madison.
DR. PHILIP
VASSILOPOULOS
DDS - DMD
Dr. Philip Vassilopoulos received his first dental degree from the University of Athens in Greece and completed his Certificate in Periodontology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Vassilopoulos is a diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology and Fellow of the American and International College of Dentists. He joined the UAB faculty and served throughout his time there as a Clinic Director, Predoctoral Director, and Postgraduate Director within the ranks of clinical instructor, clinical assistant professor, and clinical associate professor. He also went back to school at UAB to receive a second degree in Dentistry. The additional knowledge and training he has acquired has enabled him to communicate better and provide closer collaboration with his restorative colleagues.
Dr. Vassilopoulos has always wanted to live on the west coast and has recently relocated to the East Bay area of California. His hobbies include following his favorite sports teams, listening to music, and traveling. Philip enjoys spending time with his family; he is married and has one daughter.
OUR TEAM
The heart and soul of the office, our staff makes Muir Hills Dental the warm and inviting place that it is. No captain can steer a ship without his crew - likewise we the doctors rely on our team to bring you the services you know and trust. THANK YOU TEAM! YOU ROCK!
FRONT OFFICE
MARIETTA
Front Office
Marietta is our Financial Coordinator and joined our team in January of 2003. She will be the first smiling face that will greet you when you come into our office. She wants to make your visit as easy and effortless as possible. If you have any questions about your insurance, finances, or any aspect of your visit, Marietta will be right there to help. She enjoys working for an office were everyone, especially the patients are treated like family. When not in the office you will find Marietta outdoors walking, traveling to Tahoe, and spending time with her husband Tim, 2 son’s Zach and Jason and spending as much time as she can with her 4 grandkids.
MARIETTA
Front Office
Marietta is our Financial Coordinator and joined our team in January of 2003. She will be the first smiling face that will greet you when you come into our office. She wants to make your visit as easy and effortless as possible. If you have any questions about your insurance, finances, or any aspect of your visit, Marietta will be right there to help. She enjoys working for an office were everyone, especially the patients are treated like family. When not in the office you will find Marietta outdoors walking, traveling to Tahoe, and spending time with her husband Tim, 2 son’s Zach and Jason and spending as much time as she can with her 4 grandkids.
MARIA
Front Office
Maria joined our team in 2022, and had various roles in the dental field, from assisting to front office. She strongly believes that providing you with an exceptional dental experience is most important. She can assure you that you’ll always receive great customer service, a warm smile, and help you receive the dental care you deserve. In her spare time, Maria, loves spending time with her husband and two daughters. They love going to Disneyland, and finding new places to eat.
MARIA
Front Office
Maria joined our team in 2022, and had various roles in the dental field, from assisting to front office. She strongly believes that providing you with an exceptional dental experience is most important. She can assure you that you’ll always receive great customer service, a warm smile, and help you receive the dental care you deserve. In her spare time, Maria, loves spending time with her husband and two daughters. They love going to Disneyland, and finding new places to eat.
- DENTAL HYGIENIST -
JAMIE
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jamie is a Registered Dental Hygienist and joined Dr. Huguet and Associates in April of 2006. She graduated from San Joaquin Valley College in 2005. Jamie strives to help her patients maintain optimal oral health so they can enjoy a beautiful smile for years to come. Her dedication to her patients shines through as she seeks to understand and care for their individual needs. Away from the office, Jamie enjoys cooking, walking outdoors, going to concerts, going to the theater, and time spent with family and friends. She especially enjoys her time with her husband, David, son, Matthew, and daughter, Ellie.
JAMIE
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jamie is a Registered Dental Hygienist and joined Dr. Huguet and Associates in April of 2006. She graduated from San Joaquin Valley College in 2005. Jamie strives to help her patients maintain optimal oral health so they can enjoy a beautiful smile for years to come. Her dedication to her patients shines through as she seeks to understand and care for their individual needs. Away from the office, Jamie enjoys cooking, walking outdoors, going to concerts, going to the theater, and time spent with family and friends. She especially enjoys her time with her husband, David, son, Matthew, and daughter, Ellie.
THERESA
Registered Dental Hygienist
Theresa is a Registered Dental Hygienist and joined our team in the fall of 2007, she graduated from the dental hygiene program at Diablo Valley College in the summer of 2007. Prior to joining Dr. Huguet and Associates, Theresa and her family were longtime patients of the practice. Patient comfort and care are her top priorities. She enjoys getting to know her patients and their families, by motivating and guiding them to optimal oral health through education and counseling. Outside of the office, Theresa loves to travel, she enjoys being outside, camping, hiking, sailing, and spending time with friends and family, her husband John, son Ryan, daughter Lauren and family dogs Abby and Ozzie.
BRIANNA
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brianna is a Registered Dental Hygienist and joined Dr. Huguet and Associates in August of 2021. However, since childhood, she’s been coming as a patient to what she calls her dream office. She went to Loma Linda University and graduated in 2018 with a major in Dental Hygiene and a minor in Music. It was after serving 2 years abroad as a missionary hygienist on a Northern Mariana Island called Saipan, that she fell in love with service, education, and providing holistic care to each and every patient. She wanted to carry everything she learned back with her to her hometown of Pleasant Hill. Each day, she hopes to build a genuine relationship with each patient and have them leave with the biggest smile on their face. When Brianna’s not working, she enjoys the outdoors with friends—camping, hiking and scuba diving. Music is also big in her Latin family, so many weekends are spent singing around the piano, playing instruments, and joining praise team at church. Any moments spent with her dad, Roberto, mom, Esther, and younger brother, Brandon are moments well treasured.
BRIANNA
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brianna is a Registered Dental Hygienist and joined Dr. Huguet and Associates in August of 2021. However, since childhood, she’s been coming as a patient to what she calls her dream office. She went to Loma Linda University and graduated in 2018 with a major in Dental Hygiene and a minor in Music. It was after serving 2 years abroad as a missionary hygienist on a Northern Mariana Island called Saipan, that she fell in love with service, education, and providing holistic care to each and every patient. She wanted to carry everything she learned back with her to her hometown of Pleasant Hill. Each day, she hopes to build a genuine relationship with each patient and have them leave with the biggest smile on their face. When Brianna’s not working, she enjoys the outdoors with friends—camping, hiking and scuba diving. Music is also big in her Latin family, so many weekends are spent singing around the piano, playing instruments, and joining praise team at church. Any moments spent with her dad, Roberto, mom, Esther, and younger brother, Brandon are moments well treasured.
STEFANI
Registered Dental Hygienist
Stefani joined our team in January 2023. She is a Registered Dental Hygienist who holds a Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry. She believes in providing her patients with the highest quality of care to improve her patient's oral and overall health. Each patient's individual needs are met through her quality chairside education. Outside of the office, Stefani enjoys fitness, concerts and spending time with her friends and family.
STEFANI
Registered Dental Hygienist
Stefani joined our team in January 2023. She is a Registered Dental Hygienist who holds a Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry. She believes in providing her patients with the highest quality of care to improve her patient's oral and overall health. Each patient's individual needs are met through her quality chairside education. Outside of the office, Stefani enjoys fitness, concerts and spending time with her friends and family.
THERESA
Registered Dental Hygienist
Theresa is a Registered Dental Hygienist and joined our team in the fall of 2007, she graduated from the dental hygiene program at Diablo Valley College in the summer of 2007. Prior to joining Dr. Huguet and Associates, Theresa and her family were longtime patients of the practice. Patient comfort and care are her top priorities. She enjoys getting to know her patients and their families, by motivating and guiding them to optimal oral health through education and counseling. Outside of the office, Theresa loves to travel, she enjoys being outside, camping, hiking, sailing, and spending time with friends and family, her husband John, son Ryan, daughter Lauren and family dogs Abby and Ozzie.
- PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR -
MICA
Registered Dental Assistant
Mica is a Registered Dental Assistant and Joined Dr. Huguet’s office in November of 1999. Mica is Dr. Tottle's lead assistant and she also works chairside with all the other doctors in our office from time to time. Mica has great attention to detail, she loves getting to know our patients and strives to give them the best experience we can offer here at Dr. Huguet and Associates. She continues to keeps our office stocked weekly with all the materials and products we need. Mica grew up in Oklahoma and loves the similarly small-town feel of Martinez where she resides with her husband Jim and 3 daughters Michelle, Karissa, and Shauna. Also, their adorable Boston terrier family dog, Nala. When she’s not in the office she enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking the reservoir, catching a good movie with delicious Martinez theater popcorn, and reading books.
TERESA
Registered Dental Assistant
Teresa is a Registered Dental Assistant and joined our office in 2017, she was born and raised in Orange County Ca. and moved up to northern California 24 years ago. She has been in the dental field for 30 years. “I am excited to be on this team with Dr. Huguet and Associates. He has such a forward-thinking practice and at the same time such an amazing staff with great work ethics.” During Teresa’s 25 years in Dentistry, she has experienced and learned so much. “I love working with people and educating them on their dental health, and the possibilities of what their smile could look like.” Teresa volunteers with her dog, Achilles. They both go to hospitals and visit the sick. Achilles does a great job in his role of dog therapy. When she’s not working, Teresa and her husband both love to hike, do cross fit and spend time with family and friends. Teresa and her husband have 3 grown sons and 4 perfect grandchildren.
MICA
Registered Dental Assistant
Mica is a Registered Dental Assistant and Joined Dr. Huguet’s office in November of 1999. Mica is Dr. Tottle's lead assistant and she also works chairside with all the other doctors in our office from time to time. Mica has great attention to detail, she loves getting to know our patients and strives to give them the best experience we can offer here at Dr. Huguet and Associates. She continues to keeps our office stocked weekly with all the materials and products we need. Mica grew up in Oklahoma and loves the similarly small-town feel of Martinez where she resides with her husband Jim and 3 daughters Michelle, Karissa, and Shauna. Also, their adorable Boston terrier family dog, Nala. When she’s not in the office she enjoys spending time with family and friends, walking the reservoir, catching a good movie with delicious Martinez theater popcorn, and reading books.
ANNA
Registered Dental Assistant
Anna is a Registered Dental Assistant with Extended Function and joined our office in 2021. She has 28 years of dental experience. Anna obtained her dental degree in the Philippines and practiced there for 10 years before moving to California. She completed the RDAEF program at the University of California, SF. Because of her credentials and years of experience, she joins our office to help and support all of our progressing and growing office departments. In her free time Anna loves to do outdoor activities and explore new places.
ASHLEY
Registered Dental Assistant
Ashley joined our team in 2023. She is a Registered Dental Assistant with administrative experience in dental insurance and treatment planning. Her true passion in her career has always been to build connections with her patients so they’re as comfortable as possible. She genuinely cares about your dental experience, and believes "In a world where you can be anything be kind". During her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her beautiful family and her golden retriever, Louie.
EMMA
Registered Dental Assistant
Emma graduated from the dental assisting program at DVC in 2022 and joined the team as an intern. Emma is the recipient of the 2022 ADAA Merit Scholar Award, meaning she displayed exceptional leadership skills as well as advanced achievement in academic and clinical performances. Emma takes pride in assuring that everyone will feel comfortable and welcome in our office. Emma is always eager to learn and strives to learn something new every day. She has lived in Concord her whole life, and in her spare time she enjoys cooking, going on walks, and spending time with friends and family. She also loves her giant cat Gus.
EMMA
Registered Dental Assistant
Emma graduated from the dental assisting program at DVC in 2022 and joined the team as an intern. Emma is the recipient of the 2022 ADAA Merit Scholar Award, meaning she displayed exceptional leadership skills as well as advanced achievement in academic and clinical performances. Emma takes pride in assuring that everyone will feel comfortable and welcome in our office. Emma is always eager to learn and strives to learn something new every day. She has lived in Concord her whole life, and in her spare time she enjoys cooking, going on walks, and spending time with friends and family. She also loves her giant cat Gus.
QUICKLINKS
CONTACT INFORMATION
(925) 945-1533
OFFICE HOURS
- Mon - Thu
- -
- Friday
- -
- Sat - Sun
- Closed
Copyright @2022 | Powered by Morningdove - Accessibility Statement