Our Staff
Mission Hills Dental
Mahsa Samouhi
DMD
Dr. Mahsa Samouhi grew up locally in Tarzana, CA and attended college at the University of California Los Angeles (Go Bruins!) From there, Dr. Samouhi went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Western University of Health Sciences in 2020.
Dr. Samouhi’s approach to dental care is comprehensive with the goal of long-lasting health and wellness. Her desire to provide her patients with a well thought out treatment plan paired with the knowledge and skill to complete all aspects of dentistry, make Dr. Samouhi a well-trusted practitioner among her patients and peers. Beyond her extensive knowledge of dentistry, Dr. Samouhi’s caring, empathetic, and friendly personality allow her to build lasting connections with everyone she comes into contact with.
In her free time, Dr. Samouhi enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and exploring different hiking trails in the area. Dr Samouhi also enjoys spending her free time learning and reading up on new innovative technology to help enhance her patients’ dental experiences.
Dr. Samouhi is fluent in English and Farsi and is learning Spanish.
Tyla Spranger-Roon
RDH BS Registered Dental Hygienist
Tyla’s favorite part of her job is providing patients with the experience of good dental care, the feeling of a great smile, and building long-term relationships. Taking extra time with young children is also a priority for Tyla to ensure their first visits are enjoyable and pleasant. She enjoys educating & encouraging patients through their dental journey and working in an office with the most sophisticated technology and current information to help provide that care.
Tyla grew up locally and still resides in the San Fernando Valley with her husband and two children. When she is not working, she enjoys hanging out with her family and friends and spending time with her dogs.
Tyla began her dental career 25 years ago as a dental assistant working in general dentistry and periodontal specialty offices. In 2002, she graduated Cum Laude from USC, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene with honors. Tyla is Laser Certified and is a member of the ADHA and the CDHA.
Yadira Gutierrez
Treatment Coordinator
Yadira has been in the dental field for over 15 years. The last five of those years has been as part of our team. Yadira loves to help patients understand how insurance works and provide patients with payment options so they can receive the dental care they need and want.
She is caring and works with patients to schedule their appointments so they can maintain a beautiful smile.
When she is not at work she loves to spend time with her family and friends.
Lorena Cabrera
Office Manager / Insurance Biller
Lorena has been in the dental field 21 years and has been a crucial fixture for our practice for the past ten years. She is our office manager working closely with the entire team. Lorena has proven to be indispensable in organizing scheduling and managing schedules while innovating and implementing successful projects to improve office support.
She enjoys helping and interacting with patients. Lorena will gladly help you navigate through any dental issues that may arise. Our patients and staff enjoy her bubbly and positive personality. Lorena loves to shop, dine out and spend time outdoors with her dogs. She values quality time with her husband and their two children.
Lorena Andrade
Dental Assistant
Lorena has been working as a dental assistant for 13 years and enjoys making her patients feel comfortable. She is open to learning and growing.
When she isn’t at work she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
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For Dental Implants & Oral Sedation
Our office utilizes state-of-the-art dental technology! Some of our equipment includes Invisalign braces, ZOOM teeth whitening, all-porcelain veneers, and dental implants. We believe that we are obligated to provide the best care that we possibly can.
Mission Hills Dental
10515 Balboa Blvd. Suite #250
Granada Hills, CA 91344
(818) 365-8600
Mon, Tue, Thur: 8am - 5pm
Wed: 9am - 6pm
Fri - Sun: Closed