Meet the Team

At Potts Dental we take pride in offering our patients high quality care while providing services that will allow our patients to achieve a smile that they are proud of. Our patients love the friendly smiles that greet them as they enter our welcoming office. Here is our experienced office team members that cannot wait to meet you and help you with your needs! Welcome to the Potts Dental family.

Please feel free to share with us your needs and concerns and contact us
for more information or to make an appointment.

Dr. Derek J Potts

Doctor of Dental Surgery

I'm a third generation dentist and I like to joke that I was 'born to be a dentist' because it was my path ever since I can remember. After high school, I went to La Sierra University where I received my BS in Biology. During that time, I spent a semester in Australia studying abroad. That was one of the best experiences of my life and I highly recommend it to all young people. After college, I spent a month in Cambodia doing field research with one of my Biology professors and his son. After that summer, I went immediately to Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. During that time, I had the honor of providing desperately needed dental care in Peru and Brazil. Those trips were incredible opportunities for me to help the needy and get valuable experience in emergency care. I've been working here at Potts Dental since 2011 and I love it. I enjoy working with my family and our family of employee's. And I love getting to know patients and helping them achieve their goals. Whether you want to just 'fix what's broken' or have a total smile makeover, I'm here for whatever YOU want!

Susie

Registered Dental Hygienist

I've loved being a hygienist for many years now. I want to make your office visit a comfortable and pleasant experience. We will work together to make sure you have a healthy mouth.
Socorro

Registered Dental Hygienist

I've been a hygienist for 14 years now and am also laser certified. I absolutely love what I do, it brings me great satisfaction knowing that I can help improve someone's oral health. I can't wait to meet you!
Shari

Registered Dental Assistant

I have been a dental assistant with Dr. Michael Potts for almost 40 years now. I love being a part of this family and making long term bonds with our patients.
Tiffany

Registered Dental Assistant

I have been a dental assistant for 15 years, and I’ve been at Potts Dental for 2 years now. I love my job and helping people achieve a smile that they are proud of.
Malia

Registered Dental Hygienist

I graduated Oxnard Dental Hygiene School in 2006. I currently live in Ventura with my husband, 2 boys, 2 dogs, 1 cat, and 1 bird. My favorite thing about being a hygienist is helping people feel at ease and enjoy their dental visits and improving their dental health.
Michele

Treatment Coordinator

I’ve been in the dental industry for over 17-years here in Ventura County. I recently joined Potts Dental and the amazing staff. I truly enjoy what I do and love to getting to know our patients and creating on-going relationships. My goal is to make sure our patients understand what treatment is recommended and to ensure their needs are met in a kind and caring environment.
Yesinia

Hygiene Coordinator

I have been in the dental industry for 10 years now. Building relationships with patients and seeing familiar faces come into the office is what makes my job so great. I love spending time with my husband, sporty girls, and my 2 dogs.
Trisha

Insurance and Financial Specialist

Family is my life and how I enjoy my spare time. At Potts Dental, I feel so blessed to spend time helping other families utilize their insurance to the fullest and develop a personal relationship with them. I'm here to make all your dental goals possible.