Meet the Team at McElroy Smiles in Encinitas
A Father, A Son, And The Team Beside Them
McElroy Smiles in Encinitas is led by Dr. Greg McElroy, the founder, alongside his son Dr. Tyler McElroy and Dr. Austin Haught. Dr. Greg anchors sedation and implant care, Dr. Tyler designs cosmetic smile makeovers and places implants, and Dr. Austin places implants and provides restorative, cosmetic, and sedation dentistry, all under one roof.
Dr. Greg McElroy, DDS
Founder
Dr. Austin Haught
Implant and Restorative Dentist
Dr. Tyler McElroy
Cosmetic and Implant Dentist
Susan
Dental Director
Susan has been in dentistry for over 35 years. She graduated from Bryan Institute and attended Missouri Western State College. Patients appreciate her knowledge and guidance on all aspects of their dental health and needs. Susan enjoys time with her husband, Jaime, as well as gardening, swimming, and public speaking.
'We get to see the changing and creating of new smiles for our patients. This opportunity changes everyone’s life!'
Susan
Sean
Senior Dental Hygienist
Sean graduated from Concorde College and he received the Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award. He has a genuine passion for providing patients with the optimal level of oral health care. He always ensures his patients leave his room with a smile on their face. Sean enjoys cycling, hiking, swimming, and spending time with his family and friends.
“I love to see people smiling from the bottom of their hearts, that’s why I enjoy helping patients maintain their beautiful smiles.”
Sean
Madison
Lead RDA
Madison has been in the dental field for well over seven years now, and a member of our team for more than six! As for her studies, she attended California Dental Certifications and completed additional training on PRP, BOTOX® for TMJ therapy, and CEREC. For her, patient care is a top priority; she strives to make every patient feel calm and comfortable and assist in life-changing oral surgeries. As for life outside the office, it’s largely filled with wedding planning. However, she still makes time for other hobbies, like hiking, fishing, golfing, and playing tennis. Here’s a fun fact about her: she’s a certified ski technician, but she’s never skied before!
“I feel privileged to work with a team that changes lives one smile at a time.”
Madison
Christina
Patient Coordinator
Christina was born and raised in Carlsbad. She has worked with many people needing special mental and health services in San Diego county. Christina loves spending time with her three children and enjoying their soccer games.
“As Patient Coordinator, I want to ensure that every patient receives the best care and attention so they have a great dental experience.”
Christina
Ezzie
Lead RDA
Ezzie received her degree from the University of Bridgeport in 2002. She earned a place on the University of Bridgeport President’s List. Ezzie now has 27 years of dental experience. She strives for a positive patient experience and collaborative care plans for optimal health. Ezzie enjoys traveling, hiking, riding, walking, and going on family adventures.
“As my patient, you can expect to be treated with a gentle hand and a big smile. My goal as a hygienist is to provide preventative care and to exceed my patient’s expectations.”
Ezzie
Mariana
Dental Assistant
Mariana has been trained in X-rays, CPR, coronal polishing, pits and fissure sealants, and KöR whitening. She enjoys working at our practice and always loves having the chance to see our patients’ smiles transform.
Mariana has three siblings, including two brothers and one sister. On her own time, she likes to take trips to the beach, go on walks with her dog, and visit new restaurants. Her favorite holiday is Halloween, and she enjoys sitting down to watch a scary movie.
Mariana has three siblings, including two brothers and one sister. On her own time, she likes to take trips to the beach, go on walks with her dog, and visit new restaurants. Her favorite holiday is Halloween, and she enjoys sitting down to watch a scary movie.
Mike
Dental Assistant
Mike has been trained to take radiographic imaging, and he has earned certification for radiation safety, infection control, pit and fissure sealants, and coronal polishing. He loves having the opportunity to work with advanced dental technology such as CEREC.
Mike comes from a family of four. His older brother works in oral surgery. Outside our office, Mike works as a DJ and event entertainer on the weekends. He cares about making himself look presentable and enjoys dressing nicely when not at work.
Mike comes from a family of four. His older brother works in oral surgery. Outside our office, Mike works as a DJ and event entertainer on the weekends. He cares about making himself look presentable and enjoys dressing nicely when not at work.
Cynthia
Dental Assistant
Originating from Escondido, Cynthia loves to do procedures on patients and getting to see their successful outcomes. She attended Pima Medical Institute for her license in dental assisting, and she’s also certified in CPR, X-rays, and coronal polishing. Outside of the dental office, Cynthia loves spending time with her children, loved ones, and her two dogs. When she has free time, she enjoys going to the gym, running, paddle boarding, and watching scary movies. She’s also outgoing and quite bubbly, and she’s always excited to make new friends!
Dr. Greg McElroy founded McElroy Smiles in Encinitas in 2003. He has practiced for more than thirty-five years, cared for more than fifteen thousand patients, and trained more than two hundred dentists. Known to patients as Dr. Mac, he anchors the practice's sedation and implant care and works alongside his son, Dr. Tyler McElroy.
Dr. Tyler McElroy is a surgeon and cosmetic-makeover specialist. He focuses on dental implant placement, full-arch restoration, advanced bone grafting, and complete smile makeovers, along with same-day single crowns. He earned his dental degree from Roseman University, where he received the Clinical Dedication Award, and joined the practice in April 2022.
Dr. Greg McElroy performs IV sedation himself and is among a small number of dentists certified in IV sedation. The practice also offers nitrous and oral sedation, and for the most extensive cases, deeper sedation is available through the practice's anesthesia provider. The right level is matched to each patient.
