Donta D. Farrell
Registered Dental Hygienist
Name: Donta D. Farrell
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Registered Dental Hygienist
The first job I ever had: Dental Assistant
Why did you decide on the dental field? I never had a bad experience at the dental office as a kid. I tried it out and loved it!
Hobbies and Interests: I enjoy working out, playing video games, recording moments with my friends and family then editing the videos.
What is something people don’t know about you? I used to stutter so badly as a kid I wouldn’t talk. I still stutter but not that bad.
What is your favorite food? I love eating breakfast foods!
Which famous actor would play you in the movie of your life? Michael B. Jordan
Ashley Manzo
Scheduling Coordinator
Name: Ashley Manzo
Hometown: Paramount, CA.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Scheduling Coordinator
The first job I ever had: Dental Assistant
Why did you decide on the dental field? It sparked my interest once I got out of high school.
Hobbies and Interests: I enjoy horseback riding.
What is something people don’t know about you? I do eyelash extensions and brow lamination.
What is your favorite food? Chicken Alfredo
What goals are you currently striving towards? I aim to get licensed as a beautician and save enough money to buy my first house before I’m 25.
Vanessa Vargas
Lead Dental Assistant
Name: Vanessa Vargas
Hometown: Long Beach, CA.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Lead Dental Assistant
The first job I ever had: Baby Sitter
Why did you decide on the dental field? My stepmom worked in the field for several years, and she said it was fascinating - it is!
Hobbies and Interests: I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I’m also a sneakerhead!
What is something people don’t know about you? I like to watch hockey. Go, Kings!
What is your favorite food? Pizza and tacos - with lots of hot sauce!
If you had to eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Pizza
Jeranant "Jay" Neelasunthorn
Receptionist
Name: Jernanat Neelasunthorn
Hometown: Long Beach, CA.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Receptionist
The first job I ever had: I worked as a receptionist at a medical office.
Why did you decide on the dental field? I was looking for a new experience, a change.
Hobbies and Interests: I enjoy reading, painting, and DIY projects.
What is something people don’t know about you? I am very scared of large bodies of water. I almost drowned when I was younger.
What is your favorite food? Any pasta will do!
Where would you go if you could teleport anywhere in the world right now? Bora Bora
Genesis Cartagena
Insurance Coordinator
Name: Genesis Cartagena
Hometown: Long Beach, CA.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: I’ve held several positions here but currently work as an Insurance Coordinator.
The first job I ever had: I worked as a retail associate at Ross.
Why did you decide on the dental field? I love the mixture of science and art that makes up dentistry, and helping patients achieve a healthy and beautiful smile is rewarding.
Hobbies and Interests: I love DIY projects, listening to music, and going to amusement parks.
What is something people don’t know about you? I used to be a baton twirler.
What is your favorite food? Too many to choose one! I’m 100% a foodie.
What accomplishment are you most proud of? I graduated from CSULB in 2020 with a B.S. in Molecular Cell Biology, which I will use to further my career as a Registered Dental Hygienist.
Vichuda “Vicky” Soonthorn
Insurance Coordinator
Name: Vichuda “Vicky” Soonthorn
Hometown: Long Beach, CA.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Insurance Coordinator
The first job I ever had: Receptionist
Why did you decide on the dental field? I worked in the Medical field as an insurance biller and wanted to gain knowledge in dentistry.
Hobbies and Interests: I enjoy traveling, eating, and listening to BTS. BTS Army! <3
What is something people don’t know about you? I can speak three different languages.
What is your favorite food? I love sushi and Italian dishes.
If you could appear on any game show, which would you choose? The Price Is Right.
Gloria Carias
Office Manager
Name: Gloria Carias
Hometown: Lynwood, CA.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Director of Operations
The first job I ever had: I worked as a server at 50’s themed diner Johnny Rockets.
Why did you decide on the dental field? I loved my dentist as a child. He and his team had a fun relationship and thought it was a good mix of fun and helping people.
Hobbies and Interests: I enjoy reading books, interior design, and, when I can, binge-watch TV series.
What is something people don’t know about you? Most people don’t know I’m an introvert disguised as an extrovert. It's exhausting!
What is your favorite food? I love Asian cuisine- it's sweet, savory, with great textures. Just add a ton of chili paste.
What’s your biggest irrational phobia and why? Driving on cliffside roads! My intrusive thoughts get the best of me.
Shaina
Dental Assistant
Name: Shaina (Shay-nuh)
Hometown: I’m a Long Beach local, born and raised in this very neighborhood.
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Dental Assistant
The first job I ever had: I used to work at Disneyland until I decided to study my true passion in dental.
Why did you decide on the dental field? I decided to become a dental assistant to provide my peers with the knowledge of health and make them feel prideful of their smiles.
Hobbies and Interests: When I’m not in the office, I enjoy traveling with my husband, discovering tiki bars, and watching scary movies.
What is something people don’t know about you? One thing people are surprised to learn about me is that I'm obsessed with Halloween all year.
What is your favorite food? Candy, but don’t tell Dr. Tran. :D
If you were a wrestler, what would your entrance theme be? All-Star by Smash Mouth!
Anh Le
Registered Dental Hygienist
Name: Anh Le
Hometown: Vietnam
Role at Tammy N. Tran, D.D.S., Inc.: Hygienist
The first job I ever had: I worked at a Chinese fast-food restaurant
Why did you decide on the dental field? After I got braces and learned about dental hygiene.
Hobbies and Interests: I like to play volleyball and go snowboarding.
What is something people don’t know about you? I love to draw.
What is your favorite food? I enjoy Japanese food.
Who was your first celebrity crush? Leonardo DiCaprio