Meet Your Dental Team
We have assembled a highly trained, professional and caring dental team who pledges to listen to you and your needs for the best experience possible. Your satisfaction and healthy beautiful smile is the most important goal of each of our members.
Dr. Sheila Naik
Upon graduating with numerous awards and honors from the University of Oklahoma dental school, Dr. Naik was selected to participate in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program.
After years of dealing with the Oklahoma winters, Dr. Naik was enticed by the southwestern charm and weather of Phoenix. After practicing as an associate dentist in another office for eight years, she started her own private practice which emulates her caring personality and gentle clinical approach.
Dr. Sheila Naik
Upon graduating with numerous awards and honors from the University of Oklahoma dental school, Dr. Naik was selected to participate in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) program.
After years of dealing with the Oklahoma winters, Dr. Naik was enticed by the southwestern charm and weather of Phoenix. After practicing as an associate dentist in another office for eight years, she started her own private practice which emulates her caring personality and gentle clinical approach.
Dr. Denise Liu
Tanya, Dental Hygienist
Tanya has been working at Desert Sky Dentistry almost as long as Dr. Naik☺. Shortly after graduating from the Rio Salado College Dental Hygiene program in 2004, Tanya joined the Desert Sky Dentistry team. Tanya’s initial foray into the dental “world” was in 2000 as a dental assistant in an oral surgery office. However, Tanya’s dedication to healthcare dates back much further, having been an internal medicine doctor prior to moving to the United States. This unique background enables her to provide an individualized treatment approach, which also emphasizes oral healthcare education and adoption of the most recent dental technology.
Outside the office, Tanya likes to garden, cook, watch movies, yoga, and travel with her husband, Andy.
Tanya, Dental Hygienist
Tanya has been working at Desert Sky Dentistry almost as long as Dr. Naik☺. Shortly after graduating from the Rio Salado College Dental Hygiene program in 2004, Tanya joined the Desert Sky Dentistry team. Tanya’s initial foray into the dental “world” was in 2000 as a dental assistant in an oral surgery office. However, Tanya’s dedication to healthcare dates back much further, having been an internal medicine doctor prior to moving to the United States. This unique background enables her to provide an individualized treatment approach, which also emphasizes oral healthcare education and adoption of the most recent dental technology.
Outside the office, Tanya likes to garden, cook, watch movies, yoga, and travel with her husband, Andy.
Danielle, Dental Hygienist
Danielle earned her degree from Indiana University in 2007 and, after spending her early years in the Midwest, has been a valued member of the Phoenix community for over a decade. For seven years, she specialized in periodontics, and her focus has always been on providing thorough and comfortable care to her patients.
Outside of her dedication to our patients, Danielle is also a Pilates instructor. On a personal note, she is a mother to two wonderful boys who bring a lot of joy to her life.
Jhansi, Dental Hygienist
Our lovely hygienist Jhansi was born and brought up in the southern part of India. She graduated with a Bachelors in Dentistry (B.D.S) in 2014 and was awarded the IDA-Colgate Scholarship (Indian Dental Association) in 2011 during her second year of graduation, as a reward for securing 2nd in her class. Jhansi then worked for two years as a Jr. dentist in a clinical office in India, before getting married in 2016 and moving to Phoenix, Arizona. Once here, she graduated from Rio Salado Dental Hygiene school in 2022, and has participated in several dental and non-dental volunteering experiences in the US over the last few years. She loves that in the hygiene field, she has an ability to directly impact people’s oral hygiene with immediate results- which gives her immense satisfaction. She is looking forward to achieving her DDS (Doctorate in Dental Science) to become a practicing dentist in the U.S. someday!
Jhansi, Dental Hygienist
Our lovely hygienist Jhansi was born and brought up in the southern part of India. She graduated with a Bachelors in Dentistry (B.D.S) in 2014 and was awarded the IDA-Colgate Scholarship (Indian Dental Association) in 2011 during her second year of graduation, as a reward for securing 2nd in her class. Jhansi then worked for two years as a Jr. dentist in a clinical office in India, before getting married in 2016 and moving to Phoenix, Arizona. Once here, she graduated from Rio Salado Dental Hygiene school in 2022, and has participated in several dental and non-dental volunteering experiences in the US over the last few years. She loves that in the hygiene field, she has an ability to directly impact people’s oral hygiene with immediate results- which gives her immense satisfaction. She is looking forward to achieving her DDS (Doctorate in Dental Science) to become a practicing dentist in the U.S. someday!
Edith, Dental Assistant
Edith was born in Mexico and raised in Dallas, Texas. With over six years of experience in the dental field, she has been a part of the Desert Sky Dentistry team since February 2022.
Edith is passionate about helping patients achieve life-changing transformations through the confidence of a beautiful smile. Outside of work, she cherishes time with her son Milan, and family.
She is also a devoted dog owner to a GoldenDoodle and a Mini Poodle, and enjoys taking them on walks and exploring the outdoors.
Makayla, Office Manager
Makayla, our office manager, has worked in the dental field for over 8 yrs. As a member of the AADOM (American Association of Dental Office Managers), she has completed numerous CE courses pertaining to insurance billing, benefits’ optimization, Invisalign as well as other dental operations. Makayla really enjoys getting to know each patient on a personal level and will be your staunchest advocate when dealing with your insurance company. Although tenacious and diligent when dealing with insurance companies, the team and patients truly appreciate her witty sense of humor.
Outside the office, she loves to play with her golden retriever puppy named River, and going on hikes and outings with her husband. She also enjoys watching foreign films, playing the piano, running themed 5K’s, and trying new restaurants and cafes!
Makayla, Office Manager
Makayla, our office manager, has worked in the dental field for over 8 yrs. As a member of the AADOM (American Association of Dental Office Managers), she has completed numerous CE courses pertaining to insurance billing, benefits’ optimization, Invisalign as well as other dental operations. Makayla really enjoys getting to know each patient on a personal level and will be your staunchest advocate when dealing with your insurance company. Although tenacious and diligent when dealing with insurance companies, the team and patients truly appreciate her witty sense of humor.
Outside the office, she loves to play with her golden retriever puppy named River, and going on hikes and outings with her husband. She also enjoys watching foreign films, playing the piano, running themed 5K’s, and trying new restaurants and cafes!
Ceci, Front Office
Ceci was born and raised in Arizona, and has lived here all 22 years of her life! She has been in dentistry for 4-5 years- and is interested in furthering her career either through the front office, or maybe venturing into the back office(dental assisting) down the road. Ceci really enjoys talking with patients and helping them with all their needs- and isn’t afraid to joke around with them on the phone or in person.
On the weekends, she enjoys going on dates with her boyfriend to new restaurants, as well as “racing” her sports cars collection or adding modifications to them. Her V8s are her babies! When time allows, Ceci loves going out of town up north to escape the heat and enjoying the cooler weather with her parents and nephew.