Meet The Team


 
 
 
 
 
 

Brigiett Ritchie, BSDH, RDH, OMT

Dental Hygienist

Brigiett Ritchie, BSDH has been helping people put their best smile forward as a dental hygienist for 13 years. Brigiett is a graduate of Fresno City College Dental Hygiene program, where she received her initial training as a dental hygienist. Brigiett is also a 2022 graduate of Foothill College where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH). Brigiett is passionate about helping people and being a lifelong learner. Brigiett understands the latest research and approaches to quality dental care to support the people she serves in a comfortable, safe and inclusive environment where the person feels cared for and lovingly educated in their oral hygiene and oral health care. Brigiett’s approach is centered around whole-body care where the mouth is understood to be the window of lifelong health for the whole body. Brigiett is also a Myofunctional Therapist and an Airway Hygienist. Myofunctional therapy is a physical therapy for the head, neck and oral pharyngeal muscles. This therapy is an evidence-based intervention to help people who live with sleep apnea, temporomandibular joint disorder, correction of tongue thrusting and swallowing which contribute to bite issues and misaligned teeth. The main goal of Myofunctional Therapy is to correct the breathing posture of individuals so that proper nasal breathing with lips sealed and tongue resting on the palate is accomplished.



When Brigiett is not learning and applying the latest research to ensure quality of care for her patients you can find her planning travel opportunities with her husband, cooking, dancing and urban hiking. Brigiett is a proud mother to three wonderful children, two dogs and one cat.

Celina Hernandez

Patient Care Coordinator

Celina attended Fresno City College for medical assisting and pursued her career in the dental field for over 14 years. Celina's goal is to provide the highest quality of patient health care to patients of all ages. Celina ensures a properly running schedule and oversees all of the treatment plans. Celina's goal is to work efficiently in order for the patient to receive the proper care necessary for their condition.

When Celina is not at work, she is working to further her education and bonding with her grandchildren.

Jessica Cantor, DA

Dental Assistant

Jessica enjoys working in the field of dentistry and pursued her academics in dental assisting where she earned her degree from Kingsburg Dental Assisting Program. Jessica worked at a different dental office where she first gained experience while earning her degree.  Jessica has now been working at A Beautiful Smile for almost seven years and enjoys helping people and making them feel comfortable at the office. Jessica now assists in four handed dentistry and her goal is for every patient to leave feeling better about their smile and overall oral health. 

When Jessica is not assisting at the office, you can find her spending time with her family or going out for a walk.

Jaylee Howell

Intern / Office Assistant

Jaylee is currently attending Fresno City College to earn her A.S. in Biology and plans to further her education. Jaylee assists in day to day office activities such as screening patients and assisting in back office tasks. Jaylee works to make sure that each patient's visit runs smoothly and efficiently. Jaylee's goal one day is to be able to spread awareness on the importance of oral health and hygiene.

When Jaylee is not at work, she is working to further her education, at the gym, or traveling.

Caring, compassionate, and attention to detail.. The atmosphere is amazing and everyone seemed to genuinely cared about my needs. I am deathly afraid of needles in general and having my cavity fixed with Dr. Nwajei was very relaxing and she cared enough to explain exactly what I was going to experience. Overall, if I ever get another cavity, I know exactly where to go without any apprehension at all. Great job everyone!!!!
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Gilbert S.
All the staff at A Beautiful Smile has been very friendly and attentive. They've been great about working around our busy schedule and getting the family in back to back appointments. Thank you!
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Mark C.
Dr. Nwajei is amazing. She's very approachable and describes everything going on. Plus, she's very gentle during routine procedures. Definitely recommended for all ages and families.
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Jerome K.
From the moment I opened the door, your office staff was professional and acknowledged my presence. This was my first time back at a new dentist and I felt welcomed. I will be back to further my treatment because it was more than I expected. Thank you!
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