Innovative Dental Aesthetics of Boca Raton Team
Fran, R.D.H
Dental Hygienist
Originally from Chicago, Fran attended Loyola University School of Dentistry and graduated from their program in 1993. Fran practiced dental hygiene in Chicago for 4 years.
In 1998, Fran moved to South Florida where she met Dr. Max and has been working with him ever since.
Lyndsey, R.D.H
Dental Hygienist
Lyndsey is originally from Oberlin, OH and joined the practice in 2019. Lyndsey graduated from Lorain County Community College in 2017 and has been passionate about helping others achieve the best possible oral health and dental hygiene ever since! In her free time, Lyndsey enjoys travelling, the beach, and spending time with family, and her St. Bernard puppy!
Gisele, D.A
Dental Assistant
Gisele is originally from Brazil and has been working for more than eighteen years as a dental assistant. She enjoys seeing the satisfaction in the patients’ eyes when they show a nice and bright smile.
Cheryl, D.A
Dental Lab Assistant
Cheryl joined the practice in the capacity of dental assistant in October of 1989. She holds an associate degree in liberal arts with a concentration in art from Palm Beach Community College. Cheryl’s certifications from University of Florida School of Dentistry include the following: Expanded Duties, Dental Auxiliary Personal, Radiological Health & Safety, Expanded Duties Dental Auxiliary, Personal Temporization Fabrication, Whitening Procedures.
Melanie
Front Desk
Melanie is the treatment coordinator for Dr. Max and Dr. Gatta. She has been working with Dr. Max for over thirteen years. Melanie attends dental study clubs and conferences. She will help you with your dental appointments as well as take care of your insurance needs.
Dr. Derek Gatta
Dental Surgeon
Meet Dr. Derek Gatta, a distinguished Prosthodontist hailing from Newport, RI. Graduating with a BS in Neuroscience from Vanderbilt University in 2003, he continued his educational journey at Nova Southeastern University, completing his dental education in 2009. Dr. Gatta's commitment to excellence and service was evident as he earned a scholarship with the US Navy during dental school, leading to eight years of dedicated service in the Dental Corps. His journey continued with a General Practice Residency at Camp Pendleton, CA, and advanced education, earning an MS in oral biology and a certificate in Prosthodontics from the prestigious Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
