AboutBrimhall Dental Group
We perform emergency dentist services that include bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges. As a local dentist, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families and work to ensure that they receive treatments in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Dr. Simpson and Dr. Kiuftis and our staff invite you to schedule an appointment by calling 661-249-1122 and experience why our patients think Brimhall Dental Group is the best dentist in Bakersfield.
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Kevin S. 
My normal dentist wasn't listening.....I didn't want a root canal and crown. I personally just wanted the extraction, be out of pain, in 6 months -1 year, when I can afford it, I want an implant. Dr. Simpson got it. No high-pressure sales pitch. I'll be back to get the implant done 100%. My new family dentist is Dr. Simpson!!!-- 8/22/2017
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Dr. Jared Simpson
Dr. Jared Simpson graduated cum laude from The University of Texas San Antonio Health Science Center with honors in research. He is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the California Dental Association (CDA) and the Kern County Dental Society (KCDS).
Dr. Simpson has served as a committee member on the New Dentist Committee for the CDA. He has been a board member for the Kern County Dental Society for the past 5 years and is also currently serving as a delegate for the KCDS to the CDA.
He has been a member of the National Network for Oral Health Access. For the past 6 years Dr. Simpson has also been the supervising dentist for Clinica Sierra Vista. He is an adjunct faculty member of the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health.
Dr. Simpson helps with clinical supervision of pre-doctoral candidates in the community health setting. He is an advisory board member for The New Dentist Magazine that has a reach of several thousand readers
Doctor of Dental Surgery
Dr. Chris Kiuftis
Dr. Chris Kiuftis was born in Montebello, CA and raised in Bakersfield where he currently resides with his wife Julia and three daughters, Konstantina, Eleni and Mary. He enjoys spending time with his three girls having play dates and feeding ducks at the park. When he’s not busy being an awesome dentist and a loving dad he spends his time outdoors. He’s an avid outdoorsman and loves to 4x4 the high Sierras, fishing for his dinner in Bishop and hunting for his annual Jerky meat.
Dr. Kiuftis is a graduate of California State University of Bakersfield and earned his doctor of dental surgery degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA. As an active participant in the Mission of Mercy in VA.
Dr. Kiuftis along with his colleagues have provided free dental care to thousands of people in need. He is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Kern County Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry where he is currently working on his fellowship. Dr. Kiuftis is also a member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. His passion for Oral Implantology has beautifully transformed numerous Smiles all over Kern County.
Candace Garza
Candace began her dental career 20 years ago as an RDA and eventually found he passion in dental hygiene. She attended Taft college and graduated in 2006. Since graduation she enjoys all aspects of her chosen profession. Most of all Candace enjoys helping her patients get past their fears and objections to achieving a healthy beautiful smile. Candace is married and has three children. On her free time she enjoys being a granny, eating her favorite foods, reading and knitting.
Jennifer Cemo
Jennifer is a lifelong resident of Bakersfield. She graduated from Taft College’s dental hygiene program in 2012. She loves to laugh and have fun with her patients while educating them on achieving optimal oral health. She prides herself in making her patients feel comfortable and at ease from any dental anxiety while building a trusting relationship with them. Jennifer is married to a handsome man, Andy, and has two fur children, Abby and Bella. She loves to bake and spend time with family and friends.
Janet Dominguez
Janet was raised in Wasco, CA and is now a resident of Bakersfield, CA. She was a RDA since 2011 before she graduated from Carrington College dental hygiene program in 2017. Janet loves to provide patients with continuing care that promotes good oral health through regular cleanings and periodontal maintenance procedures. When Janet is not working she enjoys spending time with family and friends.
Veronica Herrera
Veronica was born and raised right here in Bakersfield. She started working in the dental field at the age of 20 while attending college. Veronica is the Hygiene Coordinator who also greets you from the front desk, she answers your calls and helps you check in and out at the end of your appointments and can assist you with any financial questions. She loves interacting with our patients and working with the staff here each day. She enjoys outdoor adventures with her family of three and 1 fur baby.
Monique Nieto
Monique has been in the dental field for 20 years, she recently joined our front office staff, she is also able to assist as she has her RDA-OA license. As a mom of four kids she stays busy. She enjoys hearing from her son who is currently in the Army and she is constantly on the go with her two daughters busy travel softball schedule. In her free time she can be found crafting, reading, or watching Dodgers baseball.
Darlene Subia
Darlene was born and raised in Bakersfield. She has over 20 years experience working in the dental field. She married her high school sweetheart and has 2 beautiful adult children. “You lead in everything you do-your attitude, your work ethic, your knowledge base, and your relationships. As office manager, I know I have to lead by example. I can give my team instructions and communicate expectations, but unless I demonstrate them myself, my team won’t see a proper example. Encourage and motivate by example.
Jalyssa Farley
Jalyssa is from Wasco, Ca. She graduated from UEI College in September of 2016. She has been working in the dental field for 4 years. She enjoys all aspects of her job, but has a passion for Endodontics. She is quite the jokester and enjoys spending time with family and friends in her spare time. “Life is too short, so smile while you still have teeth.”
Diana Rodriguez
Diana is a long time resident of Bakersfield
Has been the dental field for 31 years is an RDAEF
She enjoy spending time with her grandkids enjoy watching Movies in my spare time.
“I love educating patients on their dental health and love seeing them smile“
De’Jenae Carter Greer
De’Jenae was born in Long Beach, CA and has been a longtime Bakersfield resident since childhood. She graduated from SJVC in 2020 as an RDA and has been enjoying her role as an assistant. She loves to make her patients feel comfortable and like they are a part of the BDG family. In her spare time, she likes to hike, travel and spend time with her friends and family.