About Us

Smylife is here when you need us to offer only the best dental service, ensuring that you and your family get the best quality dental health care through our latest technology and customer services.

Smylife Dental

Experience & Trust


Our exceptional and friendly team is our greatest asset. Our team are licensed professionals who pride themselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry. In addition, they exceed in patient communication. They have high standards of quality and integrity. They are motivated to achieve the best results for our patients.


Our dedicated and motivated team has one primary goal – your satisfaction! We feel that you must understand the treatment you will be receiving to be relaxed during the procedure. Our team is eager to answer any questions regarding your dental care.

Honesty, trust, and comfort

Mission & Vision


Our mission is to help you keep your gums, bones, and teeth healthy for the rest of your life. In addition, we treat each patient in the same way we treat our friends and family. Our vision is to exceed our patients’ confidence in every way possible. We will provide the best quality dental care complemented with the most satisfactory customer service.


Dr. Carlos Lopez Diaz

DDS

Dr. Lopez brings to Smylife Dental over 25 years of experience in the dental field. He is interested in physiology, managing medically compromised dental patients, oral surgery, and complex oral rehabilitation with implants. Dr. Lopez graduated as a dentist from Javeriana University in Colombia and later specialized in Oral Surgery and Pathology at the same university. Later he became an assistant professor in oral Surgery and Pathology at Javeriana University.


Upon coming to Canada, he had to re-qualify his degree. He graduated with honors obtaining the Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Western University Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. He spends some years teaching new generations of dental students at Western University.


Dr. Lopez is a member of the California Dental Association, American Dental Association, The Academy of osseointegration, The International Team of Implantology. He enjoys being with his family, hiking, canoeing, and playing tennis in his spare time. Dr. Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish.


Dr. Antonio Luna

DDS

Dr. Antonio Luna brings more than 30 years of orthodontic experience to Smylife Dental; born and raised in Bogota, Colombia, Dr. Luna received his dental degree from Javeriana University; he later attended a military university received his orthodontic degree. Dr. Luna became an orthodontist professor in two universities in Colombia and two universities in Mexico. He delights in seeing the incredible transformation and happiness he brings to his patients.


Dr. Luna is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and Harbor Dental Society. Dr. Luna enjoys spending time with his three beautiful women, his lovely wife, and two daughters in his spare time.


Dr. Elizabeth Vargas

DDS

Welcome to our family! I am Dr. Vargas. I fell in love with this profession over 25 years ago. Throughout my studies, I have achieved degrees from the University of San Martin in Colombia and the University of De la Salle Bajío. I enjoy meeting patients, listening to their dental needs, and helping them plan a treatment that fits their needs and budget. We help you regain and maintain your oral health while giving you an amazing smile.

I love going early morning hiking, casual walking, or biking with my husband in my spare time. And of course, spending time with my wonderful two children and lovely springer spaniel.


Dr. Tatiana Lopez

DDS

Welcome to SmyLife Dental! My name is Dr. Tatiana Lopez. I graduated from the University of De la Salle Bajío. Providing my services for you and your family is something I take pride in. Here at SmyLife Dental, we come together as a team to provide quality care and develop a stronger relationship with those in our community. 


I enjoy exploring places, trying new food, and hiking in my free time. I’m a coffee fanatic and love spending time with my dog and family.


Dr. Kathleen Luciano

DDS

I was born and raised in Southern California having attended Whittier College and have been practicing in the Chino area for over 25 years. I attended dental school in San Francisco at the University of the Pacific/Dean Dugoni School of Dentistry.


I am a 20+ year member of the ADA, CDA and Tri County Dental Society. I was also the first female president of my society and later represented the society in Sacramento as a Trustee. Additional memberships include the Academy of General Dentistry having obtained Fellowship and Mastership in the organization. I’m also a member of the Academy of Laser Dentistry and am certified in California and participate in the honorary society of The International College of Dentists.


I feel continuing education is important and have been active over my entire career in keeping current with the latest advances and technologies in dentistry. I also keep active in the Chino Chamber of Commerce. I look forward to meeting you and providing you and your family high quality dental care.


Diana Pimienta

Front Office

Diana will be your first welcome into SmyLife Dental. She's a professional with a decade of experience working within the intricacies of people management. She's been an active part of the dental field. And started as the doctor's part-time help, answering phones working the front office, where she quickly became passionate about dentistry. Her passion inspired her to further her interest/career by becoming involved with multiple dental study groups to educate & stay current in the field. She's quick to make patients feel at ease by building confidence, trust, and friendship with each patient. Her patient's warm smile and understanding nature make it easy for them to feel comfortable. Diana's extremely devoted to educating herself and our patients on their individual needs. Diana is also fluent in English and Spanish.


Isabel Luna

Orthodontic Coordinator

Welcome to Smylife Dental. My name is Isabel.

I graduated as a Dental technician back home in Colombia. I am passionate about how much teens improve their confidence after braces.

As the orthodontic coordinator, I would be please to see you at the office for all questions and needs about braces and clear aligners!

I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, and dancing. One of my favorite seasons is Christmas time; I love to put decorations and lights in and outside the home.

I am looking forward to meeting you!


Noelia Lopez

Dental Assistant

Hi, my name is Noelia; thank you for taking a moment out of your busy day to read about our family here in Smylife Dental. I have been serving Southern California for over 13 yrs as a dental assistant. I enjoy my job and love seeing my patients with proud smiles when they visit on their routine checkups. I am here to make your dental experience comfortable and pleasant; I know sometimes it can be a pain on the tooth to come here when I’m not here; I like to spend time with my family, road trips, site seeing and exploring new places. Hope we meet soon and share experiences while taking care of an essential part of our health, your smile.


Aide Gutierrez

Dental Assistant

Hello, my name is Aide Gutierrez. I am the friendly face that greets every patient with a smile at Smylife Dental. I've received my certifications for dental assistant from North West College. I previously studied at California State University, Bakersfield, for a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences.


In my spare time, I enjoy listening to the latest pop songs, reading mystery novels, and spending time with my family. 


Hortensia Ramírez

Dental Assistant

Hello, my name is Hortensia, I am a dental assistant, and I love helping people smile with confidence and joy; a smile is welcome to all the good things in life. I like to take walks with my husband and my little daughter in my free time. I love science fiction series and comedies; I enjoy discovering new places to eat and places to dance; I am a homebody and devoted to my family.

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