Lenna - Lead Clinical Assistan
Lenna - Lead Clinical Assistan

Lenna – Lead Clinical Assistant

Favorite Song: Dancing Queen by Abba

Favorite Food: Thai, the red curry chicken

Hobby: Tennis, gardening

Dream Goal: To travel the world to all of the tennis majors

Lenna is originally from Denmark

Monica - Clinical Assistant
Monica - Clinical Assistant

Monica – Clinical Assistant

Pets: Jack and Clarabelle. She rescued them from a shelter

Favorite Food: Vietnamese, sushi and Thai

Hobby: Listening to suspenseful podcasts late at night. Cooking, baking and organizing her home when she has free time

Monica lived in Mexico for 6 years and is fluent in Spanish. She has been an RDA since 1989 and an ortho assistant since 1991. She has two grown kids and a beautiful granddaughter. She loves to spend time laughing with friends and family

Destiny - Clinical Assistant
Destiny - Clinical Assistant

Destiny – Clinical Assistant

Favorite Food: Sushi and Tacos

Hobby: Photography, arts and crafts

Pets: 3 dogs: Kodak, Mimi and Mamba

Stephanie - Sterilization Coordinator
Stephanie - Sterilization Coordinator

Stephanie – Scheduling Coordinator

Favorite Food: Sushi

Hobby: Reading and building LEGOs 

Pets: Short-haired tabby cat named Max

Favorite Song: Caramel by 5SOS

Additional info: College student currently completing AA in Science

Sabrina, Sterilization Coordinator at SHN Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, CA
Sabrina, Sterilization Coordinator's fun photo at SHN Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, CA

Sabrina – Sterilization Coordinator

Favorite Food: Pho

Hobby: Reading, crafting, and cooking

Pets: 3 dogs

Favorite Song: Anything from the 80’s

Fun Fact: Won Axe Throwing Contest

Kristy | Treatment Coordinator at SHN Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, CA
Kristy | Treatment Coordinator at SHN Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, CA

Kristy – Treatment Coordinator

Favorite Song: I’ll Catch You by The Get Up Kids

Favorite Food: Mexican food—especially tacos!

Pets: Oafie, Scout, and Trigger, her three rescued Boxers

Hobbies: Line dancing, taking long walks with her dogs, and planning special events

Kimberly | Financial Coordinator at SHN Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, CA
Kimberly | Financial Coordinator at SHN Orthodontics in Mission Viejo, CA

Kimberly – Financial Coordinator

Favorite Food: Sushi

Pets: Taz, Gizzy, and Buttercup, her three adorable Chihuahuas

Hobbies: Traveling and esthetician

Fun Fact: Kimberly has two daughters—one proudly serves in the Air Force, and the other is an esthetician.

Welcome to SHN Orthodontics!

Meet the heart of SHO Orthodontics, our dedicated team led by Dr. Shannon Hilgers Nissen. We are proud to offer compassionate state-of-the-Art Orthodontic Care. Each team member plays a vital role in delivering the best orthodontic care. We work together to create a comfortable, caring, and fun experience for you and your family. Whether it’s guiding you through treatment, managing your appointments, or ensuring a smooth visit, we are here to make your orthodontic journey seamless and enjoyable.