Our Hygiene Team

Eileen
Restorative Dental Hygienist (RRRDH)

The Restorative Dental Hygienist is an experienced graduate dental hygienist who performs restorative procedures in addition to traditional preventive duties.
The restorative dental hygienist duties are in compliance with the standards of practice approved by the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario and listed in the proposed RCDSO Standards.

The restorative dental hygienist, under the supervision of a dentist, may:

Place and finish amalgam, composite resin and temporary restorations, including gingival retraction if needed and matrix bands
Take final impressions & prepare for insertion of crowns & bridges
Prepare & cement temporary crowns
Place cavity liners
Adjust restorations
Design CEREC restorations
Our restorative dental hygienist in the office is Eileen Villanueva.

In 1992 Eileen became part of the team as a dental assistant. She furthered her education in 1993 to earn her Dental Hygiene diploma. In 1995 Eileen successfully completed a Straight-Wire Orthodontic program and assisted Dr. Narang in establishing the Orthodontic program at the office. By 1999 Eileen graduated as a Restorative Dental Hygienist and continues to work with Dr. Narang to produce beautiful quality restorations.
Eileen believes in continuing education in her profession attending courses and study groups to learn about the latest materials & procedures in cosmetic & restorative dentistry.

Eileen loves to spend time with her family & friends- especially her little niece, and enjoys rock-climbing, playing tennis, snowboarding, practising yoga & taking dance lessons.

Katharina
Ortho Dental Hygienist

As a dental hygiene student, part of the curriculum consists of training in orthodontic procedures. An Orthodontic Hygienist, with direction from a dentist and/or an orthodontist, would:

Collect orthodontic records such as digital photos, cephalometric x-rays, and impressions to be used by a dentist and /or and orthodontist in diagnosing a treatment
Make measurements for bracket placement
Place brackets and wires on teeth
Make necessary changes and/or additions to the brackets or wires on monthly visits
Record the progress of the treatment
Remove the brackets and wires when the treatment is finished
Take impressions for retainers, place retainers

Katharina Mesich is our orthodontic dental hygienist. She originally joined our team in 1994 as a Dental Assistant. She was then accepted in the Dental Hygiene program at Munroe Community College in Rochester, NY where she graduated in 1996 and re-joined our team as a Dental Hygienist.
Katharina keeps up-to-date with all the advancements in orthodontic treatments by attending numerous hands-on courses yearly. She has attended post graduate programs with the American Orthodontic Society and with the Faculté for Orthodontic Research and Continuing Education. She has received training on Invisalign, a revolutionary way to move teeth without using brackets and wires.
Katharina is also a speaker for seminars regarding orthodontic hygiene skills and techniques.

Katharina always finds time for her adorable nephews & nieces and enjoys time with her family and friends. She enjoys cooking, taking dance lessons, running marathons, skiing and travelling.

Katharina is fluent in Croatian.

Marilyn
Dental Hygienist

Marilyn has been a part of the team since 1993. She worked first as a Preventive Dental Assistant and then after 2 years at Niagara College, where she earned the Golden Scaler Award, Marilyn became part of the Dental Hygiene team.

Marilyn is a strong force for advocating a healthy oral environment. She believes in educating, educating & more educating. She can be heard throughout the office teaching her patients about different types of bacteria, the causes of gum disease, the link between an unhealthy condition in the mouth and heart disease, and showing patients how to do her favourite thing…floss.

Marilyn loves being a soccer mom, taking her kids out on play dates, travelling with her husband and playing volleyball.

Elahe
Dental Hygienist

Elahe has a background in Business Management, but decided to become a Dental Hygienist since she loves to work with her hands and interact with people on a close level. She graduated from Durham College in 2007.

Elahe enjoys utilizing the leading edge technology and equipments within our practice to give the best client specific care. She looks forward to taking continuing education courses to further advance her knowledge and provide the best care possible to her patients.

Elahe looks to the future of laser and other technologies within the practice for higher quality dental care and is content that Dr. Narang and the team have the same vision.

Elahe spends her free time with family and friends. She enjoys cooking, gardening, drawing, reading, and belly dancing.

Elahe is fluent in Farsi.

Mae
Dental Hygienist

Mae is one of our Dental Hygienists. When she graduated from her Dental Hygiene program she was awarded the Golden Scaler Award. Before becoming a Dental Hygienist, Mae was working in IT as a Computer Software & Support Manager. Mae believes in continuing education, she consistently attends seminars & study clubs that keep her up to date with her skills and knowledge. She is glad to be a resource for her patients.Mae enjoys spending time with her family & friends, especially her little niece. She likes to travel and enjoy activities such as rock climbing, skiing & snowboarding, and loves to knit.

Erica
Dental Hygienist

Erica graduated from George Brown College as a Dental Hygienist in 2005. Prior to that, she was practising as a Veterinary Technician in Mississauga.

Erica enjoys the challenges of educating patients about their dental health and feels rewarded when they are compliant and give 100% effort. She feels having the proper and up-to-date tools at her fingertips at Dr. Narang & Associates allows her to provide the best care.

Erica likes to spend time with her nieces and nephews, reading an extensive variety of novels, gardening, and scrapbooking.

Maricel
Dental Hygienist

Maricel graduated from the Canadian Academy of Dental Hygiene with a Dental Hygiene Diploma. Before her experience as a Dental Hygienist Maricel had attended the University of Toronto and graduated with a Bachelor degree of Science in Biology. She also holds a Pharmacy Technician Certificate.

After working over 7 years as a Pharmacy Technician, Maricel decided to change gears and work in the dental field. Maricel enjoys helping people achieve excellent oral health and appreciates their positive feedback to their healthy gums and smiles. She believes that together, everyone is capable of attaining healthy smiles.

Maricel believes that continued education will help her achieve her goals of providing excellent care to her patients. She believes that at Dr. Narang & Associates the staff and dentists have the same goals and work together as a team providing assistance and positive support to each other. The team regularly attends seminars on team building, as well as educational and training seminars on the diode dental laser and other preventive non-surgical periodontal treatments.

When she is not working, Maricel enjoys reading, tennis, rollerblading, snowboarding, watching movies, playing with her two dogs (Gucci and Gizmo), traveling and exploring historical sites, and doing outdoor activities.

Amaina
Dental Hygiene Coordinator

Amaina is one of our Dental Hygiene Coordinators. She is the outgoing, friendly person who manages the dental hygiene appointments. Amaina has a Bachelors Degree in Mass-Communications and a diploma in Dental Administration and Dental Chairside Assisting Level I. Amaina believes that “anything you do, you should do your best as if it is your last”. She enjoys her job and the challenges that come with it. She is always happy to help people especially with their dental needs. Amaina enjoys singing and spending time with her family and friends.

Saira
Dental Hygiene Coordinator

Saira graduated from college with certificates & diplomas in Dental Administration & Chairside Dental Assistant Level II. Before becoming a Dental Hygiene Coordinator at Dr. Arun Narang & Associates, Saira worked with an Oral Surgeon and a Periodontist. Her past knowledge helps her answer many question patients may have regarding some dental treatments. Saira enjoys educating patients on how to achieve beautiful healthy smiles. Saira enjoys spending time with her family, reading a good book, travelling & shopping.

Wing-Ki
Dental Hygienist

Win-Ki graduated from Graduated from University of Toronto in Environmental study and Geography in 2003. She went back to Hong Kong and worked as an Executive Secretary of a landscape architect company in Hong Kong, while also working part time as a dental assistant. This experience raised her interest to dental field and made her have a better understanding to the field.

In 2008, Win-Ki moved back to Canada, where she enrolled in a Dental Hygiene program and now works as a Dental Hygienist. Her objective is to provide the best dental care to patients and help patients to maintain excellent oral health. Win-Ki enjoys listening to music, playing tennis, watching movies, travelling and fishing with her husband and son. Win-Ki is fluent in both Cantonese and Mandarin.