Bio: Dr. Trujillo is affiliated with the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, and the Atlantic Coast Dental District. She is a graduate of Nova Southeastern University in Dental Medicine in 2000. She has also received a Doctorates degree in Dentistry from “La Pontificia Universidad Javeriana” Bogota, Colombia S.A in 1990, and has been practicing dentistry for 20 years. Dr. Trujillo attends several seminars on dentistry. She continues to have a burning desire to expand her practice and to be able to serve all the dental needs for your entire family.

She participates in many community activities which help those in need. She is involved in the Endangered Breed Associations for dogs. As a proud owner of a boxer and two Paso Fino Horses, she continues to have a passion for animals.

Her activities and interests are horseback riding, golf, traveling, boating, and outdoor activities. Dr. Trujillo enjoys all types of self-empowerment courses and Leadership Programs.

Bio: Graduated in 1994 as a Doctor in Dental Surgery in Bogota Colombia.

Relocated to South Florida and graduated in 2013 from University of Florida postgraduate program of Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD), member of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). Selected continuing education in implant placement and restoration, Sirona CEREC (CAD/CAM), Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry, BLS/ACLS.

Activities: play piano and spend time with wife, two daughters and Maltese dog.

Bio: Dr. M. Cecilia Crosby El-Amin Graduated from The Ohio State College of Dentistry and then moved to New York to complete a residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons affiliated with Harlem Hospital Center in 1984. She moved to South Florida in 1988 and has practiced here ever since as a  practice owner and as an independent practitioner.

Bio: Dr. Ross was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science with a specialization in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario. Growing up, she developed a love and passion for working with children and young adults while working at an overnight summer camp that she attended as a camper herself.

Dr. Ross completed her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Nova Southeastern University and graduated with highest honors in her class. She was privileged to have been elected by faculty into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon honor society. At graduation she received the Alpha Omega Scholastic Achievement Award, given to a graduating senior that attained one of the highest scholastic rankings over all four years.

Following graduation, she followed her dream of becoming an orthodontist and moved to Boston to attend Tufts University Orthodontics Residency Program. As a practitioner, she greatly values forming interpersonal relationships with patients and their families. She is passionate about providing the highest quality of care.

Bio:
Education:
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana-Colombia
Nova Southeastern University-USA

Advanced Training:
Endodontics. FUSM-Colombia

Memberships:
American Dental Association
Academy of General Dentistry

Interests:
Soccer, tennis, swimming, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Bio: Dr. Rafael Porras was born and raised in San Jose Costa Rica. He is a graduate of the Dental School at the University of Costa Rica. After working for the Costa Rican government and in private practice as a general dentist in San Jose for two years, he moved to Connecticut and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency as well as a Fellowship in General Dentistry from the University of Connecticut Health Center. After 3 years in Connecticut, Dr. Porras got his specialty certificate in periodontics, as well as Master of Science in Dentistry, was awarded by the Louisiana State University in New Orleans.  He is board certified by the American Academy of Periodontology.

Dr.Porras is married and has a newborn child Liam. Him and his wife Andreja both enjoy traveling, outdoor activities on the beach.

Bio:
Specialties: Oral Surgery, Maxillofacial Surgery
Education: DMD, MD – BS University of Florida: cum laude, c/o 2005- Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient, Dean’s List, Presidential Honor Roll, Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society inductee; DMD Tufts University School of Dental Medicine c/o 2009- Merit Scholarship, Dean’s List for high performance on National Dental Boards; MD from the State University of New York Downstate c/o 2012

Professional Memberships: American Dental Association. American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS), American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, New Jersey State Dental Association, New York State Dental Association, Florida Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons.

Interests: I love to golf, I’m an automobile enthusiast, and I can hold my own on a snowboard. So when I’m not performing surgeries in the office, you can typically find me on the golf course, at a car show, or chasing winter with my snowboard in-hand.

Bio:
Specialties: Dr. Hernandez is a Pediatric Dentist passionate about her career. It is her philosophy to strive for quality, compassionate care, and provide a good experience for all her patients. Dr. Hernandez believes maintaining oral health is critical to every child's development, general health, and happiness.
Education: Dr. Hernandez received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Florida International University, prior to completing her Doctorate of Dental Medicine and Master's of Science in Clinical Dentistry from the University of Louisville. After graduating from dental school her love for children led her to specialized in pediatrics and she remained in Louisville to complete a Pediatric Residence Program. During her residence, Dr. Hernandez treated children with a wide spectrum of medical and developmental conditions where she received extensive experience with state-of-the-art technology and the most up-to-date research in the field.

Professional Memberships: Dr. H has maintained numerous professional affiliations throughout her career and is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Dental Association.  She enjoys spending her free time with her family and her dog, Nahla. Dr. H is an avid traveler and a perpetual student at heart.