Meet Our Team
Together, Dr. Chang's staff has over 100 collective years of experience in assisting orthodontic patients. A talented, dedicated group of professionals, they pride themselves on providing a superior level of customer service. Whether you need to schedule or cancel an appointment, learn more about your treatment, or ask about your account, our staff is always there for you.
Kathy, Business Manager
Duties: Marketing, social media, and event planning.
In the field of orthodontics since: 1997
With Dr. Chang since: 1997
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: The commitment that he has for each individual patient and the genuine care that goes into everything he does.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Meeting new people and seeing their beautiful smiles.
Favorite thing about my job: Every day offers variety and new challenges. I get to be creative and my ideas make a positive impact on the practice.
Native of: Orange County, but I have lived in the Santa Clarita Valley since 1996
Family members: Husband Bernard Chang, Daughter Adrienne
Leisure activities: Scrapbooking, piano, golf, travel, shopping, theater, crafts, volunteering, poker and the beach
Additional Info: I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Nutrition and a Master's in Public Health in Nutrition and Health Promotion and Education from Loma Linda University. I worked as a Registered Dietitian for many years prior to this position. I enjoy being a mom to Adrienne. Dr. Chang and I met in graduate school and have been married since 1994.
Cathy, Registered Dental Assistant
Duties: Financial coordinator
In the field of orthodontics since: 1978
With Dr. Chang since: 1997
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: Hard-working and easy-going.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: The end result — straight teeth!
Favorite thing about my job: Getting to know all the patients and their families.
Native of: California
Family members: Husband Bob, Daughter Katie and Son Eric
Leisure activities: Camping, hiking, and fishing
Cristine, Registered Dental Assistant
Duties: Orthodontic assistant and lab technician
In the field of orthodontics: Since 1999
With Dr. Chang since: 1999
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: He is a very kind and caring person. He is also very easy-going.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Being able to work hands on.
Favorite thing about my job: Being able to see our patients on a monthly basis and watching their beautiful smiles blossom.
Native of: Saugus since birth
Family members: Husband Scott and Son Ryder
Leisure activities: I love spending time with my family, going camping, fishing, playing some golf with my husband and dad, and making wonderful memories while traveling. Most of all, being a MOM!!!
Carole, Registered Dental Assistant
Duties: Orthodontic assistant
In the field of orthodontics since: 2000
With Dr. Chang since: 2001
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: He's a perfectionist and is very good at creating beautiful smiles. He is also good with all patients.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: I enjoy working on making beautiful smiles.
Favorite thing about my job: I enjoy meeting with all patients and parents and seeing the results with their teeth.
Native of: California, have lived in Newhall since 1986
Family members: Sister Linda, brothers David, Dean, Anthony, Burt and Michael
Leisure activities: Spending time with my boyfriend Robert, dancing, exercising, reading, watching "Dog the Bounty Hunter."
Julie, Registered Dental Assistant
Duties: Orthodontic assistant
In the field of orthodontics since: 2003
With Dr. Chang since: 2003
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: He is good-natured and fun.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Helping people become confident about their smiles.
Favorite thing about my job: My co-workers and Dr. Chang.
Native of: Santa Clarita since 1974
Family members: Husband Jeff, dogs Buster and Lulu
Leisure activities: Reading, travel, walking, and watching too much T.V.
Sarah, Registered Dental Assistant
Duties: Orthodontic assistant
In the field of orthodontics since: 1998
With Dr. Chang since: 2004
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: He is flexible and easy-going.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Working hands on with the patients.
Favorite thing about my job: Seeing the positive changes orthodontics makes in the patient's life.
Native of: Elgin, IL
Family members: Husband Matt, Parents Larry and Karen
Leisure activities: Cooking, baking and helping with my husband's band, Zookeeper's Palace
Additional Info: RDA, Dental Assistants National Board Certified, 1999. Graduated with high honors Phi Beta Kappa from Elgin Community College (1999) with a vocational specialty in Dental Assisting.
Christine, Registered Dental Assistant
Duties: Orthodontic assistant
In the field of orthodontics: Since 1992
With Dr. Chang since: 2005
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: He is very easy-going to work with and he takes a lot of vacations!
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Making beautiful smiles.
Favorite thing about my job: The kids!
Native of: Santa Clarita, CA
Family members: Husband Vince, Daughters Sarah and Sydney, Son Alex
Leisure activities: My kids! Travel, movies, music, concerts, yoga, the Chargers, the Dodgers, local high school football games, shopping, LA Kings, and circuit training
Lori, Registered Dental Assistant
Duties: Treatment Coordinator
In the field of orthodontics since: 2000
With Dr. Chang since: 2007
Favorite thing about Dr. Chang: Dr. Chang is very caring and kind.
Favorite thing about the practice of orthodontics: Giving people great smiles.
Favorite thing about my job: I love to see the great smiles that are created by orthodontics.
Living in: Santa Clarita since 1988
Family members:Sons, Devin and Logan
Leisure activities: I love to spend time with my kids participating in Cub Scouts, reading and playing games.