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Meet Dr. Azriel Minjarez-Almeida
Dr. Azriel “Azzy” Minjarez-Almeida is dedicated to enhancing the dental health of the Salina community in a welcoming and comfortable environment. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Azzy is passionate about providing personalized care, educating his patients, and helping them regain confidence in their smiles. Whether relieving pain or transforming smiles, he strives to make every visit a positive experience.
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Dr. Azriel Minjarez-Almeida (Dr. Azzy), DDS
Dr. Azriel “Azzy” Minjarez-Almeida is a passionate and caring general dentist at New Horizons Dental Care in Salina, KS. Originally from Liberal, KS, Dr. Azzy is fluent in Spanish and strives to make every patient feel welcomed and comfortable. He received his Associate’s degree in Biology from Seward County Community College, followed by a Bachelor’s in Biology from Kansas State University. Dr. Azzy then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Missouri Kansas City.
Dr. Azzy is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Kansas Dental Association, and the American Orthodontic Society, with a focus on general dentistry and traditional orthodontics. He believes in using his skills to not only relieve pain but to help patients regain confidence in their smiles.
His passion for dentistry began at the age of 7 when he realized how comforting and welcoming dental offices could be. He has carried that sense of comfort into his own practice, always striving to create a positive, safe environment for his patients. “I love making a difference in people’s lives, whether it’s by getting them out of pain or restoring their confidence with a new smile,” he says.
When not in the office, Dr. Azzy enjoys spending time with his wife, Andera (a family medicine resident at the Smoky Hill Residency Program), their son Grey, and their two dogs, Albion (a German Shepherd) and Dexter (a Mini Schnauzer). The family loves to travel and explore new foods, and in his downtime, Dr. Azzy enjoys working on his project truck, playing basketball, and staying active.
Dr. Azzy is proud to serve the Salina community and looks forward to helping you achieve a healthier, brighter smile.

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