Dental Team – Chevy Chase, MD
Trusted Dental Care
You Deserve
A welcoming and trusted dental team can make all the difference in a patient’s visit to our dental office. We know it takes more than just the dentist to keep individuals coming back, which is why Dr. Yu is pleased to work alongside Ruffa, our patient care coordinator. When visiting our dental office, you can expect to have a positive experience when working with Ruffa, who will go over your treatment and ensure you have all the information you need to feel confident in your dental treatment.
Jessica, Patient Coordinator
Jessica is a welcoming presence at Avant Dentistry, bringing fresh energy as Patient Coordinator. Though fairly new to the dental field, she has quickly discovered her passion for building meaningful connections with patients. What she loves most about her role is getting to know everyone who walks through the door—hearing about their holiday plans, travel adventures, exciting life updates like engagements and new babies on the way, and watching these relationships grow over time.
Originally from Silver Spring, Jessica graduated from Delaware State University and is OSHA and HIPAA certified. She comes from a small, close-knit family with a younger brother, while most of her extended family lives overseas.
Outside of work, Jessica is a true creative spirit who loves to travel—with Amsterdam ranking as her favorite destination so far. She's an avid foodie who enjoys exploring different cuisines, frequenting art museums, and engaging in anything that lets her express her creativity. An interesting fact: French was actually the first language Jessica learned, and while she understands it better than she can speak it today, it remains an important part of her multicultural background.
Liza, Dental Assistant / Sterilization Technician
Liza is a dedicated Dental Assistant and Sterilization Technician at Avant Dentistry with nearly three years of experience in the dental field. Her greatest passion is making sure every patient feels comfortable, welcomed, and genuinely cared for — and she loves nothing more than seeing patients leave with a confident, happy smile. Liza holds an X-ray certification through the DANB in Maryland and is both HIPAA and OSHA certified.
Originally from Bulakan, Bulacan in the Philippines, Liza brings a warm, personal touch to everything she does. Family and community are central to her life, and she carries that same sense of warmth and connection into every patient interaction. Outside of the office, she enjoys exploring new cafes, cabin trips, spending time in nature, and going on adventures with her husband and their beloved Pomeranian. Liza is so excited to be part of the Avant Dentistry team and can't wait to meet you!