All our professionals at Nelson Comprehensive Dentistry maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.

Kathy - 
Kathy has enjoyed 29 years as a dental professional.  She has worked in the practice for over a decade as an office manager. Outside the office she keeps busy with her husband, children, grandkids, and sings with the Sweet Adelines.

Elisa –
Elisa has been with the practice since 1987.  She works in the front office doing a bit everything; concentrating on insurance and scheduling.  She is pleased to be a part of Dr. Nelson's great team.  She is dedicated to making your visit to our office the best it can be.  In her free time she enjoys relaxing with her husband and their dog.  She is an avid gardener and seamstress.

Mary –
Mary has been a dental assistant for 26 years.  She joined the office in June of 1990 and became a RDA in 1996.  She has been married for 25 year and is the proud mother of two young men; Daniel Jr. and Kristopher. Working with Dr. Nelson and his staff has been a dream job for her.  The staff's professionalism in what they do along with the quality of care they provide our patients is one of the reasons for her long tenure.  The staff and family have a close relationship.  Our office has a long tradition of creating smiles for our patients that last a lifetime.  Away from the office, she enjoys traveling, reading, watching baseball and spending time with her family.

Carolyn –
Carolyn graduated from UCSF in 1972 (same year as Dr. Nelson!).  She has been practicing dental hygiene in our office ever since.  She moved to Napa, had two beautiful children and is now basking in being a grandmother.  Her constant companion is Harley Mae, the mutt…They both like to run, garden, and chase varmints; and while Harley Mae rests Carlolyn does needlework, crafts, and enjoys wine with friends.  Carolyn's joy in the office and in this profession comes from working with a staff full of compassion and integrity and from helping patients go from diseased and fearful to healthy and happy.

Chrysti-
Our hygienist Chrysti has been working in our office since 1989.  One of the greatest  assets she brings to our practice is her attention to detail.  She loves to communicate with our patients to keep them informed and comfortable during their treatment here.  She is very proud to be part of an office which is ahead of the national average for periodontal health.  Away from the office she enjoys hunting, diving and fishing and spending time with her retired  Fireman, Kim, and their two dogs.

Breianna –
Breianna was born and raised in the Napa Valley and has been working in the dental field for five years.  She received her AS degree, emphasizing in dental assisting, from Heald College in June of 2006.  She really enjoys taking care of our patient's needs and working as a team with others in our office.  In her spare time she likes to garden, go camping, and spend time with friends and family.

Edilyn –
Edilyn has been an RDA for 8 years and loves coming to work everyday and sharing laughs with patients. She has been married eight years and has one daughter. Away from the office, she loves spending time with family and is continuing her education towards dental hygiene.

Diane –
Diane has over 30 years experience practicing dental hygiene.  She has worked in our office nearly all of that time.  She loves to see the “before and after” transformation of patients, and loves motivating patients to keep up with the after result of a healthy smile.  In her spare time she loves to garden and play golf.