ABOUT Our Team

at St. Lucie Center for Cosmetic Dentistry

Our dentists & team ensure that you receive quality treatment in a friendly, warm, and relaxing environment. We believe that having an excellent dental practice begins with open patient communication. We encourage our patients to ask any questions that may arise during treatment, as well as discuss any concerns that they have at their appointments. Our team members are happy to assist you in any way possible and will do their best to make each appointment even better than the last.

DR. Hans Almanzar DDS, FAAIP, MICOI


Dr. Hans Almanzar was born in Queens, New York and moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida as a teenager and has been a native to Florida ever since. 

 

He earned his Bachelors degree from Florida Atlantic University and graduated dental school in 2013. He spent an additional 2 years furthering his education at New York Langone Hospitals (NYU) obtaining an Advanced Education in General Dentistry with a focus on Oral Surgery. 


Dr. Almanzar holds certifications as:

  • Master of The International Congress of Oral Implantologists
  • Fellow of American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics   

 

Dr. Almanzar provides a wide range of services, his extensive training and experience in oral surgery, implant dentistry, and invisalign certification has allowed Dr. Almanzar to provide the best possible comprehensive service to his patients.

Dr. Almanzar enjoys continued education and has over 400 hours of continued education in implant sinus lifts, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry. He is an active member of the American Dental Association and Florida Dental Association. 

 

When Dr. Almanzar is not working or spending time with his family he is diligently focused on furthering his education to ensure he offers the most advanced care to his patients.

 

Dr. Almanzar and his wife Kelsi Almanzar met on a dental mission trip in Jamaica. They are passionate about helping people through dentistry. Since meeting they have also participated in a dental mission to Guatemala, offered free dental care to those in need in Atlanta Georgia, and worked in community health. They have two children, a 3 year old girl and new born baby boy! They enjoy spending time with family, biking, traveling, good food, and relaxing at the beach! In 2021 they moved to Stuart, Florida and are enjoying exploring Port St Lucie, Stuart, Jensen Beach and the surrounding areas. 

Dr. Almanzar enjoys continued education and has over 450 hours of continued education in implant sinus lifts, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative dentistry. He is an active member of the American Dental Association and Florida Dental Association. 

 

When Dr. Almanzar is not working or spending time with his family he is diligently focused on furthering his education to ensure he offers the most advanced care to his patients.

 

Dr. Almanzar and his wife Kelsi met on a dental mission trip in Jamaica. They are passionate about helping people through dentistry. Since meeting they have also participated in a dental mission to Guatemala, offered free dental care to those in need in Atlanta Georgia, and worked in community health. They have two children, a 5 year old girl and a 2 year old boy! They enjoy spending time with family, biking, traveling, good food, and relaxing at the beach!

DR. Michael Ybern DMD


Dr. Michael Ybern grew up in a family of Healthcare Dental providers where his passion for dental care grew. He spent many years of his childhood accompanying his mother in her orthodontic career in Spain and the Dominican Republic. Dr. Ybern is focused on bettering each and every patient that he gratefully crosses paths with. 


Dr. Ybern completed one of the best advanced standing programs at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine. He graduated at the top of his class in 2014 from the Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Urena in the Dominican Republic. 


He now stands with a continuous mission of advancing his dental knowledge by completing ceaseless courses of continuing education, and an one on one level understanding each patient's necessity for treatment and overall desire to where they would like to get. Whether they know it or are encouraged to find out what that end result is. He is determined to provide excellence in leaving each patient with a renewed smile, confidence, and experience. 

Dr. Ybern practices general dentistry and is trained in Invisalign orthodontic treatments, Botox Cosmetic, Juvederm facial filler, and nitrous oxide and alongside the advancements of always educating, training, and bettering the understanding of human oral hygiene and longevity. The greatest importance of it all, is his everyday pursuit of expressing sympathy, care, and understanding that every smile is a different smile, and everyone is someone worth helping achieve maximum satisfaction of getting to that smile.

Dr. Ybern practices general dentistry and is trained in Invisalign orthodontic treatments, Botox Cosmetic, Juvederm facial filler, and nitrous oxide and alongside the advancements of always educating, training, and bettering the understanding of human oral hygiene and longevity. The greatest importance of it all, is his everyday pursuit of expressing sympathy, care, and understanding that every smile is a different smile, and everyone is someone worth helping achieve maximum satisfaction of getting to that smile.

Dr. Elizabeth Rife


Dr. Rife’s passions lie in guiding patients through the process of reaching their dental goals for functionality and aesthetics, as well as improving and maintaining each individual’s peak oral health. Her utmost priority is to ensure the dental experience is as seamless and stress-free as possible for every patient, emphasizing the value of building trusting relationships.


Her journey into the field of dentistry was fueled by her commitment to living a healthy lifestyle and desire to inspire others onto a similar path. Guided by her creative talents and artistic flare, Dr. Rife excels in creating beautiful smiles.


Originally from Maryland, Dr. Rife completed her dental education at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry in Baltimore. She then extend her expertise after moving to Florida, where she completed additional training through a General Practice Residency program at the Veteran Affairs Hospital in West Palm Beach.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Rife loves staying social and active. She enjoys connecting with friends and family and spending ample time outdoors from relaxing at the beach, to walking, running, dancing, yoga, and skiing & snowboarding. She’s also a huge foodie and loves cooking and savoring different cuisines.

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Rife loves staying social and active. She enjoys connecting with friends and family and spending ample time outdoors from relaxing at the beach, to walking, running, dancing, yoga, and skiing & snowboarding. She’s also a huge foodie and loves cooking and savoring different cuisines.


meet the team

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WHAT SETS US APART

  1. We genuinely care about YOU. There are many medical facilities where you will be just a number but we take pride in caring of each individual patient who walks through our door by listening and personalizing your treatment to your specific needs and desires.
  2. Experienced dentists and staff: not all dentist offices are created equal.  If you care about experience and quality care it is important to do your research and pick a professional that has experience and extensive training for the treatment you need. In addition to training, our dentists are friendly and caring and take their time understanding needs of each patient and offering comprehensive care.
  3. Latest Technology: Digital Xrays, Pano Machine, Diagnodent, & Intraoral Camera
  4. Convenient Hours: Monday-Friday & Saturdays by appointment
  5. Financing & dental insurance coordination: Our staff is experienced in maximizing patients benefits and can assist in financing applications.
American Dental Association
Florida Dental Association
Academy Of General Dentistry
Surgery For Excellence

practice information

We are proud to provide a state-of-the-art facility for the highest quality dental care available. It is one of our top priorities to protect the well-being of our valued patients. For this reason, our office meets and surpasses all OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and CDC (Center for Disease Control) standards. We are confident that you will feel right at home in our office as we welcome all patients as if they were family.

PRACTICE INFORMATION

Dental appointments

If you would like to make an appointment, please contact our office by phone or email. Our office facilitates communications and emergency calls daily.  New Patients appointments are available and welcome.  We are here to help you!

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

We will be more than happy to submit all insurance forms for you and help you recover the most from your dental benefits. We will do everything we can to help you afford the treatment you need and want. For patients who require major work, a complete payment plan is designed with an appropriate payment schedule.  

FINANCIAL

cANCELLATION

If you are unable to keep an appointment, we ask that you kindly provide us with at least 24 hours notice. We ask for this advance notice so that we can offer this appointment to another patient. A fee may be charged if a patient does not show up for an appointment without sufficient notice.

CANCELATION

practice information

We are proud to provide a state-of-the-art facility for the highest quality dental care available. It is one of our top priorities to protect the well-being of our valued patients. For this reason, our office meets and surpasses all OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and CDC (Center for Disease Control) standards. We are confident that you will feel right at home in our office as we welcome all patients as if they were family.

PRACTICE INFORMATION

appointments

If you would like to make an appointment, please contact our office by phone or email. Our office facilitates communications and emergency calls and appointments are available and welcome, especially for new patients seeking help.

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

We will be more than happy to submit all insurance forms for you and help you recover the most from your benefits. We will do everything we can to help you afford the treatment you need and want. For patients who require major work, a complete payment plan is designed with an appropriate payment schedule.  

FINANCIAL

cANCELLATION

If you are unable to keep an appointment, we ask that you kindly provide us with at least 24 hours notice. We ask for this advance notice so that we can offer this appointment to another patient. A fee may be charged if a patient does not show up for an appointment without sufficient notice.

CANCELLATION

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