Our Team
Meet the Desert Maxillofacial Center Team
Supportive Care from the First Call to Follow-Up
At Desert Maxillofacial Center, our team plays an important role in every patient’s experience. From scheduling and insurance coordination to surgical preparation, implant treatment planning, and post-operative support, our staff works together to help patients feel informed and cared for.
Patients may visit our Rancho Mirage office for dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, oral pathology, facial trauma care, jaw surgery, craniofacial reconstruction, or another oral and maxillofacial surgery need. Our team helps guide patients through the process with clear communication, attention to detail, and a patient-first approach.
Our Office and Clinical Team
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Ngozi Erondu
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
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Karen Jugan
Practice Manager
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Noreen Zapata
Front Desk
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Bella Rios
Implant Treatment Coordinator
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Rosa Zarate
Surgical Tech / Front Desk
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Alex Young
Surgical Supervisor
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Angie Alvarez
Insurance Coordinator
Patient Support
Here to Help You Prepare for Oral Surgery
Oral surgery can bring questions about appointments, paperwork, anesthesia, insurance, recovery, and what to expect after treatment. Our team is here to help patients navigate those details before their visit.
Whether you are scheduling a consultation, completing patient forms, preparing for dental implant surgery, arranging wisdom teeth removal, or reviewing post-operative instructions, our staff can help direct you to the right information.
Guidance for Dental Implant Patients
Dental implant treatment often involves several steps, including evaluation, imaging, surgical planning, coordination with a restorative dentist, implant placement, and follow-up care. Our implant treatment coordination team helps patients understand the process and stay organized throughout treatment.
For patients considering dental implants in Rancho Mirage, our team can help explain appointments, answer scheduling questions, and coordinate the next steps in care.
Scheduling, Insurance, and Financial Support
Our administrative team helps patients understand scheduling, insurance information, billing questions, and available financial details before treatment. We know these practical steps are an important part of preparing for oral surgery, and our goal is to make the process as smooth as possible.
If you have questions about your appointment, forms, insurance, or payment, our team can help connect you with the right resource.
Clinical Support Before, During, and After Treatment
Our clinical team supports patients during consultations, surgical procedures, and follow-up visits. They help prepare treatment rooms, assist with patient care, provide instructions, and support the surgical team throughout the patient experience.
This coordinated approach helps patients receive attentive care during oral surgery procedures, including wisdom teeth removal, dental implant surgery, bone grafting, tooth extractions, oral pathology evaluation, and other specialty procedures.
Se Habla Español
Our team welcomes Spanish-speaking patients and can help make communication easier throughout the scheduling, consultation, and treatment process.
Our Office
Visit Our Rancho Mirage Office
Desert Maxillofacial Center welcomes patients at our Rancho Mirage oral surgery office. Our team is available to help answer questions, schedule appointments, and guide patients through their visit.
Contact UsDesert Maxillofacial Center
72780 Country Club Drive, Suite 106
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
Fax: 760-837-1011
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Have Questions About Your Appointment?
Call us at 760-837-1515 if you have questions or would like to schedule an appointment with Desert Maxillofacial Center in Rancho Mirage.