About Us

Dr. Marc Pana

When I think of the word “smile”, I think of beauty and health. Your smile says a lot about you and the person you are. It’s communicating without saying a word. A beautiful and a healthy smile can give a person the confidence they need to feel good about themselves. Research actually shows that smiling is good for your health. Even if you don’t feel like smiling, making yourself smile will release chemicals in your body that are healthy for you.

When I was a teenager, my lower jaw started to grow abnormally and I needed jaw surgery. However, I couldn’t get the surgery until I was 21 years old. I also needed to get braces before the surgery. When I was 20 years old, I had my braces put on. That was my first experience in the orthodontic field. I really enjoyed going to the orthodontist and when I was done with my treatment, I knew that I wanted to be an orthodontist. I wanted to change lives and make people feel good about themselves and their smiles.

What I enjoy the most about orthodontics are a couple of things. First, I get to meet great people every day. We see our young patients grow up and see them develop into young adults. I also love the facial changes that occur during orthodontic treatment. Some changes are very subtle but some are significant and life changing.

At Pana Orthodontics, we do things a bit differently. My philosophy is to treat the face first and then treat the teeth. Facial aesthetics is a key component of my practice. I just don’t want to create beautiful smiles, I also want to create beautiful faces.

My favorite thing to do on my free time, is to exercise and be with my family.

I am also a big believer in airway therapy. No child should be mouth breathing or having difficulty in breathing through their nose. I’m my practice we will try to get to the root cause of this problem which is what can cause malocclusions, crowding and small jaw sizes.

Consultants

A Team Of Professionals

John Doe

CEO

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Jane Smith

CTO

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Meet the Team

Morgan Alaskery

Director of Orthodontic Operation

I graduated with my Bachelor’s in Business Administration and am currently in law school. I am married with six fur babies, and in my free time I enjoy reading, traveling, watching Tik Toks, and eating Dave’s Hot Chicken.

Clara Ferguson

Clinical Concierge

I have over 25 years of experience in orthodontics. I enjoy watching the transformation in our patient’s teeth and seeing their beautiful smiles at the end of treatment. I am married, have an awesome son and daughter, and two dogs. In my spare time I like to spend time at the beach, ride my bike, exercise, do Zumba, go to concerts, and attend sporting events.

Gloria Baltierra

Treatment Coordinator

I came to Pana Orthodontics with 10 years of front office experience. I love getting to know our patients and their families. In my spare time I love spending time with my two daughters.

Morgan Alaskery

Director of Orthodontic Operation

I graduated with my Bachelor’s in Business Administration and am currently in law school. I am married with six fur babies, and in my free time I enjoy reading, traveling, watching Tik Toks, and eating Dave’s Hot Chicken.

Gloria Baltierra

Treatment Coordinator

I came to Pana Orthodontics with 10 years of front office experience. I love getting to know our patients and their families. In my spare time I love spending time with my two daughters.

Clara Ferguson

Clinical Concierge

I have over 25 years of experience in orthodontics. I enjoy watching the transformation in our patient’s teeth and seeing their beautiful smiles at the end of treatment. I am married, have an awesome son and daughter, and two dogs. In my spare time I like to spend time at the beach, ride my bike, exercise, do Zumba, go to concerts, and attend sporting events.

Clara Ferguson

Clinical Concierge

I have over 25 years of experience in orthodontics. I enjoy watching the transformation in our patient’s teeth and seeing their beautiful smiles at the end of treatment. I am married, have an awesome son and daughter, and two dogs. In my spare time I like to spend time at the beach, ride my bike, exercise, do Zumba, go to concerts, and attend sporting events.

Yered Gonzalez

Clinical Concierge

I attended and graduated from ROP Dental Program and have been a dental assisting for 3 years. I am currently working at becoming a seasoned orthodontic assistant. My hobbies are streaming, singing, working out, and writing songs.

Clara Ferguson

Clinical Concierge

I have over 25 years of experience in orthodontics. I enjoy watching the transformation in our patient’s teeth and seeing their beautiful smiles at the end of treatment. I am married, have an awesome son and daughter, and two dogs. In my spare time I like to spend time at the beach, ride my bike, exercise, do Zumba, go to concerts, and attend sporting events.

Yered Gonzalez

Clinical Concierge

I attended and graduated from ROP Dental Program and have been a dental assisting for 3 years. I am currently working at becoming a seasoned orthodontic assistant. My hobbies are streaming, singing, working out, and writing songs.

Patricia Herrera

Clinical Concierge

I’ve been in the dental/orthodontic industry for a few years and really enjoy working with patients of all ages. It is so rewarding to watch the dental transformations our patients go through. I have one beautiful daughter and always enjoy spending all free time I have with my daughter.

Victor Vazquez

Patient Concierge

I started my dental journey after college. I have been around dentistry for as long as I can remember. I come from a family that has always demonstrated a passion for dentistry. I’m very fortunate to be apart of a practice that cares so much about delivering quality orthodontic and dental care. When I am not working I enjoy watching sports and traveling.

Patricia Herrera

Clinical Concierge

I’ve been in the dental/orthodontic industry for a few years and really enjoy working with patients of all ages. It is so rewarding to watch the dental transformations our patients go through. I have one beautiful daughter and always enjoy spending all free time I have with my daughter.

Victor Vazquez

Patient Concierge

I started my dental journey after college. I have been around dentistry for as long as I can remember. I come from a family that has always demonstrated a passion for dentistry. I’m very fortunate to be apart of a practice that cares so much about delivering quality orthodontic and dental care. When I am not working I enjoy watching sports and traveling.

Jennifer Laughlin

Front Desk Coordinator

I have enjoyed working with patients in the healthcare industry for over a decade. I am married with three beautiful children and fur babies. I love spending time with family, traveling, and trying new foods.

Darci Gordon

Dental Treatment Coordinator

I have worked closely with patients and families for many years. I really enjoy getting to know the patients and see their growth on their orthodontic journey. It is beautiful to watch the smile transformation our patients experience, from start to finish. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my four beautiful children. I also like to do photography, shop, travel, and try new food places.

Jennifer Laughlin

Front Desk Coordinator

I have enjoyed working with patients in the healthcare industry for over a decade. I am married with three beautiful children and fur babies. I love spending time with family, traveling, and trying new foods.

Darci Gordon

Dental Treatment Coordinator

I have worked closely with patients and families for many years. I really enjoy getting to know the patients and see their growth on their orthodontic journey. It is beautiful to watch the smile transformation our patients experience, from start to finish. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my four beautiful children. I also like to do photography, shop, travel, and try new food places.

Education

B.S. General Biology; University of California, San Diego
D.D.S. University of Southern California School of Dentistry
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics; University of Southern California
M.S. Craniofacial Biology and Facial Aesthetics; University of Southern California