Dr. Justin Shyba
Dr. Justin Shyba grew up in the Santa Cruz mountains and has been friends with Dr. Steve Mann for the past 15 years. He prides himself on being compassionate and attentive to his patients while showing great attention to detail during top quality work. When Dr. Shyba isn’t treating his patients he is spending time with his wife, their 6 children, their dog Theo and their cat Charlie.
Credentials and Memberships
• American Dental Association
• California Dental Association
• Monterey County Dental Society
• AIC Advanced Dental Implant Training
• Sleep Apnea
Dr. Samantha Blenderman
Dr. Samantha Blenderman was born and raised in Santa Cruz, California. She received her bachelor’s degree in Health Science in 2018 from Walla Walla University in Washington. In 2022, she received a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Loma Linda University in Southern California. She prides herself on providing calm, gentle, and attentive care to her patients. In her free time, she enjoys any artistic hobby like painting or crocheting and spending time with her friends and family.
Dr. Steve Mann
Dr. Mann retired from our office in 2018. Our team and patients thank him for all of the wonderful years.
Dr. Steve Mann has been practicing dentistry in Santa Cruz since 1986. Dr. Mann graduated from UCSF Dental School in 1985 and returned to the Santa Cruz area to enjoy this great community. Dr. Mann still enjoys surfing and soccer both here in Santa Cruz and in his travels. He is a member of the CDA and ADA.
When asked about his dental practice Dr. Mann had this to say, “I am most proud of the great team of people I have had the good fortune to work with over the years. We are able to provide excellent dentistry in a caring, friendly manner and we strive continually to provide excellent service for all our patients!”
Dr. Monterroso
Dr. Lawryn Monterroso was born into a dental family and has always loved how it is a blend of art and science. She received her bachelors degree in biology from Pacific Union College and received her doctorate of dental surgery degree with honors and the esthetic dentistry award from Loma Linda University in 2015. Lawryn, her husband and two little boys are newer to the Santa Cruz area and are enjoying the weather and many outdoor activities like biking, hiking, and of course the beach. She loves a good movie night, traveling, and experimenting with sourdough recipes. She loves connecting with patients and treating everyone like she would for herself or her family.