Meet the Team

At Rodig Smile Design we have an expertly trained team. Most of us have been with the practice for many years. We are well versed in all phases of dentistry, from creating your new smile to finding the appropriate financing and even filing your insurance forms.

We look forward to having you meet all of our great team members, so come on in and relax, the rest is up to us.

Paula Cavitt

Office Manager/Registered Dental Assistant

Paula has been in the Dental field since 1997 and has worked in administrative and clinical as well as an Instructor in the Dental Assisting Program. Paula has continued her education obtaining a Business Degree from University of Phoenix. Paula lives in the foothills with her husband Brian and loves spending time with her family boating, fishing, and attending her sons Moto Cross Races.

Autumn Wix

Dental Assistant/Patient Treatment Coordinator

Autumn has been a Dental Assistant since 2011. She enjoys the administrative aspects of the office and helping patients with their smile. When Autumn is not caring for patients, she enjoys camping and spending time with her husband and two children.

DeAnna Dunckon

Registered Dental Assistant/Patient Treatment Coordinator

DeAnna has been in the dental field since 1998 with 10 of those years being spent as an instructor of Dental Assisting at a local college. DeAnna has settled in Ceres with her husband, three children, and cat.

Daniel Patron

Registered Dental Assistant in Expanded Functions

Daniel has been a Registered Dental Assistant since 1999 and has since continued his education through the Expanded Functions course. Daniel lives in Denair with his wife Melissa and their three children. In his leisure time, he enjoys sailing, hiking and camping.

Adilene Rojas

Registered Dental Assistant

Adi has been a Registered Dental Assistant since 2017 and was added to the Team of Rodig Smile Design in 2015 after completing a successful externship. Adi enjoys the beach, music, and spending time with her family and friends.

Adryanna Silveira

Dental Assistant

Adryanna just completed her Dental Assisting program in 2018 and is looking forward to connecting with patients and creating smiles.

Lorrie Simmons

Registered Dental Hygienist

Lorrie has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 1997. Lorrie lives in Merced with her husband Tim and is the mother of 2 children and grandmother of 8. In her leisure time, Lorrie enjoys sewing and quilting.

Veronica Sousa

Registered Dental Hygienist

Veronica has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2011. Veronica grew up a long-time patient of Dr. Rodig, and after completing Hygiene school she became a valued team member in her Dental Home. Veronica lives in Turlock with her husband Scott (one of Turlock’s very own Firefighters) along with their two children. In her leisure time, she enjoys family time, outdoor adventures and vacationing.

Kristen Westbrook

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kristen has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2001. She worked as a Dental Assistant in an Orthodontic office before becoming a hygienist. Kristen enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her animals. In her leisure time she enjoys hiking and photography.

Maria Sen

Registered Dental Hygienist

Maria has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2004. Maria enjoys spending time with her family, listening to music and experiencing different eateries.

Kate Matheron

Registered Dental Hygienist

Kate has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2016 and was a Registered Dental Assistant prior to becoming a hygienist. Kate lives in Hilmar with her husband Aaron and daughter Madilyn. Kate enjoys watching her daughter compete in Rodeo and 4-H.