Javier Grijalva
Business Assistant, Employed August 2002
Javier was not even born when Dr. Longfellow founded a pediatric dental practice in 1973-now known as Children's Dental Village. He says that it feels great working for an organization that is older than him; it makes him feel secure. His long history of working in offices that specialize in customer service made him a perfect match for our team. And he speaks fluent Spanish! "I enjoy the energy of Children's Dental Village. We are here for our families and do our best to satisfy them. You will always see us smiling and working hard but at the same time having fun."
Javier didn't smile much when he first joined our team. He felt self-conscious about his crooked teeth. Dr. Longfellow transformed Javier's smile with outstanding orthodontic treatment. Now he happily greets everyone with his fabulous smile.
When he is not at work, Javier spends quiet time at home relaxing or cuddling with his "better half." In 2007 he started a part-time business. He says that the best thing about his new business is that it takes him to California every couple of months-an opportunity to visit the beach and play in the waves.