Our team at Montini Orthodontics is driven by a simple mission: To Make People Smile.
Our highly-trained and courteous team is an integral part of your orthodontic treatment. We are dedicated to creating a deeply personal experience for you. We take pride in making people feel like family, not just another clinical case, from the moment they enter our office. By creating a comfortable environment where you feel right at home, we can help you reach your full potential.
Team Members:
Dr. Aylin Mazzuoccolo
Dr. Aylin Mazzuoccolo – aka “Dr. Mazz” – grew up in Jacksonville, Florida and moved to the Gainesville area to attend the University of Florida. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree and went on to continue her education at the University of Florida College of Dentistry where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.
As a senior in dental school, Dr. Mazz was selected into the Advanced Education Honors Program for Orthodontics. She completed her orthodontic training in the three-year Orthodontic Residency Program at the University of Florida. In her final year of the program, she served as Chief Resident and graduated with a specialty certificate in orthodontics, as well as a Master of Science in Dental Sciences.
Cathy
- Treatment Coordinator
- 2 years
- Favorite thing about Montini Ortho: I enjoy the upbeat, fun, positive atmosphere that Dr. M creates for the patients and our team.
- Fun Fact: I was previously a competitive gymnast.
Christina
- Certified Orthodontic Assistant
- 20 years
- Favorite thing about Montini Ortho: All the people that I have met over the years. I have had some really good times with everyone here.
- Fun Fact: Most everything that I say and do is silly. I love making everyone laugh and that brings me happiness.
Tonya
- Certified Orthodontic Assistant
- 13 years
- Favorite thing about Montini Ortho: We are all family away from family, and patients always come first.
- Fun Fact: I modeled for four years in Tampa/Orlando and met a lot of well-known actors including Dan Aykroyd, Michael J. Fox, and Vanilla Ice to name a few.
Theresa
- Scheduling Coordinator
- 5 years
- Favorite thing about Montini Ortho: Meeting all the wonderful people that walk through the office door and seeing the smiles on their faces when their orthodontic treatment is completed.
- Fun fact: Every Sunday morning I put on my silly hat and spend the most amazing two hours with kids of all ages in Sunday School.
Danyelle
- Certified Orthodontic & Dental Assistant
- 5 years
- Favorite part about Montini Ortho: Being able to see the building confidence in people who come in for orthodontics and the lasting effects of a beautiful smile.
- Fun fact: I love to bake and I can spend hours in my kitchen baking goodies.
Tammy
- Certified Orthodontic & Dental Assistant
- 3 years
- Favorite thing about Montini Ortho: Helping patients achieve a higher quality of life, one smile at a time.
- Fun fact: I love flowers and their fragrance. They make me happy, and I imagine it must be what heaven smells like.
Sarah
- Certified Dental Assistant
- 6 months
- Favorite thing about Montini Ortho: I am so fortunate to be surrounded by great professionals who share a common desire to provide patients with ultimate care and reliable service.
- Fun Fact: I was formerly a mermaid performer for Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.
Gainesville