My Chico Dentist

Dr. Loeta Robles was raised in Chico and attended local schools. She worked in Barbro Beckett’s dental office as a sterilization assistant. She continued working in her office while attending Chico State until transferring to the University of California, San Francisco to pursue her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. In 1996, Dr. Robles received her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of California, San Francisco. She came home to practice dental hygiene for the next 14...Read More years in Dr. Beckett’s practice. In 2011, Dr. Robles returned to the University of California, San Francisco to pursue her Doctorate in Dental Surgery. In 2015, Dr. Robles graduated with honors and earned certificates of excellence in clinical endodontics and patient-centered care, anesthesiology, and orofacial pain. In addition, Dr. Robles was the recipient of the University of California, San Francisco Alumni Association Award for being the most motivated student in her class. Currently, Dr. Loeta Robles belongs to a number of organizations such as the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, American Association of Women Dentists, Spear Faculty Club, UCSF Alumni Association, American Academy of Orofacial Pain, and the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology. In addition, Dr. Robles is bilingual, speaking Spanish and English, and is able to provide dental care to a diverse community. Dr. Robles devotes her professional career to all aspects of general dentistry with special interests in crowns and surgery. In order to keep abreast of the latest developments in general dentistry, Dr. Robles, continues her education at the Spear Institute in Scottsdale, Arizona. In her free time, Dr. Robles enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her family. Dr. Robles and her husband, Jesse, have been married for over 14 years and have two young daughters, Julia and Elliana. Read Less

As a graduate of Shasta College, Brooke has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for over 6 years. Her favorite part about having a career in Dentistry? Being able to utilize her passion for educating and build stronger relationships with her patients because of it. Brooke was born and raised in Paradise, CA but has since made Chico her Home. Outside of the office, Brooke enjoys baking delicious sweets, cooking new recipes, watching sports games and above all, spending time with her husband, N...Read Moreathan, her daughter Hazel and their family dog, Sawyer. Read Less

After high school, Kelly graduated from the Butte County ROP Dental Assisting Program. She quickly gained experience in various Chico offices that eventually encouraged her to go to Dental Hygiene School at Carrington College in Sacramento. Kelly has since been a Hygienist for over 6 years and says her favorite part about her job is building personal relationships with her patients while providing quality care. Originally from Gridley, Kelly is married to her husband, Steve, and together, they h...Read Moreave 3 dogs, 1cat, and 6 chickens. Outside the office, they love to spend time with family and friends, whether it be bike riding, gardening, scrapbooking, or traveling to their favorite places. Read Less

Mary has a been a member of our team for over 20 years. In 2013 she reached the highest level of specialized training as a Registered Dental Assistant with ‘Extended Functions.’ She enjoys working with our talented staff and appreciates Dr. Robles’ enthusiasm and commitment to providing modern, gentle dentistry. Mary values our dedication to providing outstanding care and enjoys getting to know our patients. Married to her husband, Scott, for over two decades, Mary likes to spend time with her f...Read Moreamily, be outdoors, garden, cook, fly fish, hike, and read. Read Less

Nora has been a Dental Assistant since July 2009 and became a Registered Dental Assistant after graduating from Western Career College in 2011. Since then, she has worked for Dr. Beckett and Dr. Robles for over eight years. Nora and her husband Jorge, have been married since 2010 and have a son, Jairo. Like Dr. Robles, Nora is also fluent in both Spanish and English. In her spare time, she enjoys being with her family and friends, singing karaoke and horseback riding with her son.

Briana graduated from the ROP Dental Assisting Program in May of 2017. Upon graduating, she worked for a local Endodontist and has since transitioned to the Fabulous Team Robles as our new Hygiene Assistant- so catch her working hard on our Hygiene Wing! Originally born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Briana has come to love all that Chico has to offer. She currently lives in Corning with her husband, Gabriel, and their son, Ulices. Briana is unique to our Team as she is fluent in bot...Read Moreh Spanish and English. When she is not at work, Briana loves to go shopping, travel, cook new dishes, and spend time with her family and friends. Read Less

Shari has worked with Dr. Beckett and Dr. Robles since 1992. Starting as a Dental Assistant, she became a Registered Dental Assistant in 1993. Following training at UCSF School of Dentistry, she obtained certification as a Registered Dental Assistant with Extended Function in 1995. Shari has transitioned into our front office as our Office Manager. Most recently, Shari started and is, the Chapter President of Northern CA, AADOM and was recently awarded AADOM’s 2017 Practice Administrator of Dis...Read Moretinction Award for her outstanding commitment to exceptional patient care. When not at work, her primary focus is her family: her kids Tyler and Chloe, and her husband, Ed. Shari also loves to be outdoors gardening, traveling and reading. Read Less

Carolyn graduated from the Dental Assisting Program at Bryman College in San Jose, CA in 1997. She shifted her focus to the business side of the practice 20 years ago, where she now fully utilizes her administrative experience and professional knowledge with patients. Having moved to Chico in 2007, Carolyn has since set roots and is happy to call Chico home. Outside of work, Carolyn spends her free time with her two children Jacob & Lucy, visiting with friends and extended family, and working...Read More on DIY projects for her new house. Read Less

Debbie graduated from CSU Chico in 1990 with her Bachelor of Science, Nursing degree. From 1990-2004, Debbie worked as a nurse at Enloe Medical Center, Oroville Hospital and for the Butte County Public Health Department, specializing in Maternal-Child-Adolescent Health. In 1986, she became the first IBCLC in Butte County and has been working in private practice ever since. Debbie was a founding member of the California Breastfeeding Promotion Advisory Committee and has been a faculty member for ...Read Morelactation courses and speaking events since 1987. In addition to providing services and support to new parents, Debbie was the owner of the Chico specialty store, Mother Nurture. Debbie, a widow, was married for over 30 years to her best friend, Lowell. Now she especially enjoys her 3 adult sons and daughters-in-law and 7 grandchildren! Debbie enjoys pet cats, gardening, crocheting, and crossword puzzles. She is passionate about breastfeeding and is excited to continue to protect and support young families! Read Less