Meet the Team

Dr. Todd Brilliant, DDS
Owner-Dentist

Dr. Brilliant loves to create beautiful, healthy smiles for his patients. After growing up in Long Island, NY, he attended the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor where he received his Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Resource Ecology and Management. Dr. Brilliant continued his education at the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine. He then continued onto a residency at the San Diego Veterans Administration Hospital. 

Dr. Brilliant is committed to continuing his education and is active in the dental community. He is an active member in the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and San Diego County Dental Association.

Dr. Brilliant lives in Rancho Bernardo with his wife Sharon and two school-age sons Jonah and Cameron. Dr. Brilliant loves to follow many professional sports, but escapes to the beach for runs whenever he can. He also enjoys playing golf and spending time outdoors. Dr. Brilliant enjoys humor and has recently found a creative outlet for expressing his interest. He enjoys making quirky pictures, videos and sculptures about family, friends and dentistry.

Naska
Registered Dental Hygienist

Naska joined our team in 2017, she obtained her Bachelors of Science and Dental Hygiene Degree from Loma Linda University in 2013. Having lived in San Diego for the last 17 years she considers this home. In her free time she enjoys a good brunch spot and rooting for her favorite team the Kansas City Chiefs.

Bethany
Back Office Manager, Registered Dental Assistant

Bethany joined our team in early 2017 as a Registered Dental Assistant. With knowledge ranging from cosmetic to surgical dentistry she is our lead assistant and keeps our back office running smoothly. In her free time she enjoys competing on her horse and spending time with her husband and their two dogs.

Caleb
Registered Dental Assistant

Caleb was born and raised in Redding, California. His passion for the dental field was born out of desire to give his patients the highest quality of care and comfort possible. Caleb strives to offer kindness and empathy to his patients and hopes to make the experience of going to the dentist more enjoyable! He loves to spend his free time playing video games, going to the beach and spending time with his wife Savana and their cat Mayonnaise.

Jessica
Registered Dental Assistant Intern

Lesly
Front Office Coordinator

Lesly joined our team in August of 2021. Her favorite part of her job is interacting with patients and getting to know them. In her spare time she enjoys photography and hiking.