Graduated from Universidad Del Valle in Colombia, South America, Dr. Alvarez has been practicing family and cosmetic dentistry for over 17 years. She is an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the California Dental Association (CDA), the Orange County Dental Society (OCDS) and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). Dr. Alvarez attends different dental workshops on a regular basis and has advanced training in fields such as Soft Tissue Management (STM), Endodontics and Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dentistry. Dr. Alvarez is also certified in Invisalign (Orthodontic treatment without wires) and Lumineers (Porcelain Veneers).

Her hobbies include attending as many dental workshops and courses as possible in the fields of Cosmetic Dentistry, and reading and investigating the latest developments in Dental Technology. She also enjoys traveling, especially to her hometown of Cali in beautiful Colombia, South America. She has two young daughters who bring the most happiness to her life as a person and as a professional because they are her best two patients!!!

Dr. Alvarez also has a passion for educating the community about dentistry. Since 2009, she's been broadcasting two live radio shows a week that helps the community learn more about dental care and how to feel comfortable walking into a dental office. Her live radio shows air on W Radio 690 AM (Thursdays at 1:30 pm) and on https://www.radiozion.net/ (Fridays at 11:00 am).