Meet Dr. Nicolle Miller

Dr. Miller grew up in Whittier, California. After earning her Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of California, Irvine, she went on to complete her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at UCLA. While at UCLA, Dr. Miller served as class president for two years and was named a Regents Scholar of the University of California. She also received a number of other awards and recognitions, including:

• The California Dental Association Recognition of Outstanding Academic Achievements and Contributions
• The Naval Health Professional Scholarship
• Achievement Award in Endodontics from the American Association of Endodontics
• Award in Excellence from the American Academy of Orofacial Pain

Dr. Miller completed her General Practice Residency at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego. She has over ten years of experience as a general dentist, many of which were spent in the US Navy where she served as a dental officer for four years, including a 2 ½ year tour on the USS Ogden. She then spent three additional years in the US Naval Reserve completing medical humanitarian missions in Haiti, Arkansas, and Hawaii.

For Dr. Miller, one of the most rewarding aspects of her career is that it enables her to give back both locally and internationally. Through K.I.D.S. International Dental Services, she has provided free dental treatment to underserved children in Guatemala and Cambodia. She also participates in CDA Cares, an annual free dental event sponsored by the California Dental Association.

Dr. Miller understands that continuing her education is important in order to stay up to date with the latest techniques and treatments in dentistry. She is a proud affiliate of the Spear Study Group, a small group of elite dental professionals who collaborate on dental cases and build clinical skills.

When she’s not at the office, you’ll find Dr. Miller spending quality time with her husband James, whom she met in the Navy. She also loves traveling, hiking, running, walking her dogs (Sweet Dee and Charlie), and doing Sudoku puzzles.

Professional Memberships

• American Dental Association
• California Dental Association
• San Diego County Dental Society
• Academy of General Dentistry
• Spears Study Group Affiliate

Meet Dr. Kathleen T. Doppenberg

Dr. Kathleen T. Doppenberg was raised in Southern California and earned her B.S. in biochemistry/cell biology from the University of California, San Diego. In 2005, she obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery at Creighton University’s School of Dentistry in Omaha, Nebraska. After graduating, she went on to work for the U.S. Navy as a general dentist in San Diego and Camp Pendleton, where she provided quality dental care to the men and women of our Navy.

Dr. Doppenberg joined Mission Hills Family Dental in October of 2015. She is dedicated to providing her patients with outstanding care in all aspects of general dentistry. Dr. Doppenberg adds to our practice her wealth of experience and commitment.

Dr. Doppenberg continually attends seminars and hands-on workshops to stay current with the latest techniques and advancements in dentistry. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, the Orange County Dental Society, and the United States Dental Institute. Dr. Doppenberg also gives her time and volunteers with the American Red Cross and CDA Cares.

Dr. Doppenberg and her husband, Lt. Col. Bryan James Doppenberg (USAF), have two young boys, Blake and William. They enjoy golfing, traveling, and being involved in their church and their children’s school and extracurricular activities.

Meet the Mission Hills Family Dental Team