Meet the Team

Melina Ghods
Dentist
Dr. Ghods received her DMD degree from AT Still University in Mesa Arizona in 2018. Prior to attending dental school, she received her bachelors in Biology at Arizona State University. She has been in the medical field for over ten years and has a passion for serving patient's needs.
Dr. Ghods is a certified Invisalign provider and is passionate about cosmetic dentistry. She has expertise in all aspects of dentistry including surgical placement and restoration of dental implants. Outside of work Dr. Ghods enjoys spending time with her fiancé and her puppy (a hyper cavapoo).

Amanda Lastra
Lead Registered Dental Hygienist
Amanda has provided dental hygiene with Dr. Arooni since 2004. She is an Arizona native and received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from Northern Arizona University.
Amanda is married and has three children. She treats you like family. And she enjoys the opportunity to meet you as a new patient.

Annette Martinez
Registered Dental Hygienist
Annette is a native of Tempe, Arizona. Prior to being a dental hygienist she served as an orthodontic dental assistant. And she’s been in the dental industry since 2004.
Annette has a daughter and a pet Yorkie. She enjoys time with friends, family, and traveling – specifically Maui (Hawaii).
Annette focuses on you, as an individual patient, your treatment, and creating a comfortable, relaxing environment.

Farah Marashi
Front Office/Treatment Coordinator
Farah provides enthusiasm to the front office operations. She informs you and provides you a comfortable environment to ask questions.
Farah is married and a mother. She enjoys healthy eating, fitness, and interior design.

Priscilla DeLaRosa
Practice Manager
Priscilla has experience in the dental industry since 2003 as clinical assistant and dental administrator. She is focused on the daily practice operations and customer service.
Priscilla enjoys time with her family and four sons. She believes in caring for people and the transformation they can experience through dentistry.
Priscilla values working with Dr. Arooni, his commitment to excellence in your care, and maintaining an open-door policy to you and the staff.

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