Meet Our Murphy, TX Dental Team
Dr. Najari and Dr. Nguyen are proud to lead an outstanding team of professionals here at Murphy Family Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry. From the front desk to the treatment operatories, our staff members will be working hard to answer your questions, expertly handle all your needs, and simply help you feel at ease. To learn more about them, continue reading below:
Dawn Herzog – Office Manager – Registered Dental Assistant
Welcome to our practice! I love to find ways to help people smile, and that includes building confidence to share their smiles! I am happy to answer your questions, plan for appointments, help resolve concerns, and make your visits positive. It is important to me that each of you enjoy a feeling of ease and confidence in our office. I love working for Murphy Family Dentistry, I appreciate how positive the environment is here. We all work extremely well together to provide the best service for you. Our staff is very warm and inviting. I love the positive energy felt by everyone, and I really appreciate the attentive care our doctors and team strive to provide, as individuals and collectively, to each patient.
I have 2 children, and 3 fur babies. I love doing all things outdoors with my family and dogs. If you catch me in a moment alone, you might find me sewing, cooking, or just catching up on my Netflix shows.
Cindi Lieu – Registered Dental Hygienist
Cindi has been with us for more than 24 years and started with us as a dental assistant, pursued a license as a dental hygienist, and graduated in 2007. Cindi has the knowledge and skills needed to help our patients maintain great oral health. Prior to becoming a hygienist, she studied at UTD and Baylor College of Dentistry. Away from the dental office, she loves spending time with her family trying new things and sports activities
Ashley Lieu – Registered Dental Assistant
Ashley joined Murphy Family Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry in 2009. Before that, she studied at UTD. She enjoys the friendly environment provided by the staff and the doctors and becoming a part of our patients’ reason to smile brightly. Outside the dental office, she spends time with family, reading, cooking, and crafting.
Lizbeth Velador – Front Desk
Liz has been in the dental field for 9 years. Started as a dental assistant in 2015. Joined our team in 2016. Liz is passionate about getting to know all our patients, making sure they receive quality service and the attention they deserve. In her free time, Liz enjoys baking, reading, traveling, and of course being a Mommy.
Katelyn (Kate) Smith – Registered Dental Assistant – Dr. Najari’s Assistant
Before joining our team, Kate pursued her studies at Concorde Career College. Furthermore, she has experience in assisting multiple specialties, from periodontics to oral surgery and implant placement. Kate enjoys working with anxious patients. Her favorite part of her job is helping patients feel calm and have a stress-free dental experience.
Kate is family oriented, has a special place in her heart for her younger sisters, and is currently engaged to the love of her life. Here’s a few fun facts about her: Kate performed professionally for 3 years for the Dallas Ballet Company, and currently teaches dance as a hobby.
Johnny Ma – Registered Dental Assistant
Currently, a student at UTD is studying biology with aspirations of becoming a dentist. Johnny’s hobbies include powerlifting, fishing, and cars.