Meet the Staff

Meet Dr. Richard Coba

General & Cosmetic Dentist

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  • Graduate of Belen Jesuit Preparatory 2001
  • Bachelor’s degree in biology – Florida Int’l University 2005 Cum Laude
  • University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine 2009 (full merit scholarship)
  • Advanced Education General Dentistry – University of Florida 2010
  • Certified Invisalign Provider
  • Progressive Orthodontic Seminar – 2017
  • Pankey Institute – Occlusion Seminar 2010
  • Implant Seminars – Arun Garg 2018
  • Member South Florida Dental Association
  • Member of the Florida Dental Association
  • Member of the American Dental Association

During his time away from the office, Dr. Coba values quality time with his family and close friends. He is happily married and the proud father of two children, and much of his free time is centered around creating meaningful memories with them.

Whether it’s enjoying a relaxing evening at home, exploring new activities together, or simply sharing conversations at the dinner table, family remains a top priority in his life.

Meet Dr. De Fazio

General & Cosmetic Dentist

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  • Harvard University Graduate
  • Graduate of Colombia University College of Dental Medicine
  • Completed residency program at University of Minnesota
  • Memeber of the American Dental Association

Originally from Massachusetts, Dr. De Fazio pursued her postbaccalaureate studies at Harvard University before earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Columbia University. She completed a hospital-based General Practice Residency at the University of Minnesota, gaining broad clinical experience in comprehensive patient care.

At Coba Dental, Dr. De Fazio enjoys practicing a diverse scope of dentistry with a strong focus on prevention and patient education. She finds it deeply rewarding to contribute to her patients’ oral health, whether through treating disease or helping prevent it. She understands the anxiety that can accompany dental care and believes that a trusting relationship between patient and provider is essential to overcoming fear and achieving lasting health.

Dr. De Fazio is fluent in English and Spanish and conversational in Italian. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, running, reading, and spending time with her husband and three kids.

Meet Our Team

Carla

Carla

Treatment Coordinator

Goffrey

Goffrey

Dental Hygienist

Sara

Sara

Front Desk

Mirla

Mirla

Dental Hygienist