Dr. Caliri has been in practice since 1986. She has dedicated herself to providing optimal health and aesthetics by continuing her education with advanced studies of restorative and cosmetic dentistry, bite analysis and the use of conservative adhesive material.

Dr. Caliri was President of the Berkeley Dental Society and is a member of the ADA, CDA, and Academy of Cosmetic and Adhesive Dentistry. She enjoys bicycling, reading, hiking and family time.

Dr. Caliri's Office Staff

Simone Smith - Office Assistant

New to the Dental field, Simone has jumped in headfirst completing her Dental Radiography Certification. She continues to train and acquire new clinical skills in Dental Assisting. She has a passion for fashion, loves to spend time with family, and improving her spiritual growth.

Rachel Nesmith – Registered Dental Assistant.

Rachel has been in dentistry since 1984 and could be considered Dr. Caliri’s extra set of hands. She is married and the mother of three children. Rachel is a highly accomplished martial artist practicing the martial art of Kook Sul.

Geralyn Hurney – Registered Hygienist

Geralyn has been a dental hygienist since 2000 and is currently working towards completion of her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene.

Geralyn enjoys hula dancing and ukulele playing and all things Hawaiian. She also has an international toothpaste collection.

Patricia Young- Registered Dental Hygienist

Patti started her career in dentistry as a chairside dental assistant. She married a dentist and became the mother of two sons while pursuing a career in dental hygiene. She now practices dental hygiene full time in addition to raising her two adolescent sons.

Patti is very active in the Boy Scouts. She enjoys hiking, backpacking and boasts a black belt in Shao Lin Cenpo martial arts.

Judith Rickher- Registered Dental Hygienist

A Berkeley/ El Cerrito native, Judith comes from a family of  Dental Hygienist as both her mother and sister are Dental Hygienist. In addition to her Dental Hygiene Degree, she holds BA’s in both Anthropology and Archeology. Ongoing interest include health, psychology and spirituality. It is the active participation in the care of her young grandson that is the light of her life.