Silver Smiles Dental in Silver City, New Mexico
Our Mission
Brightening Smiles in Silver City
Dr. Bonura knew she had a passion for dentistry long before attending Baylor College of Dentistry. Working as a chairside assistant for Dr. Gorthy at Silver Smiles Dental in high school sparked her enthusiasm for the dental field and helping patients achieve their best smile.
When the opportunity to purchase the practice where she fell in love with dentistry arose, Dr. Bonura knew she had to take it. In 2016, Dr. Bonura acquired Silver City Smiles.
She quickly earned a distinguished reputation in the community for her compassionate care and gentle chairside manner.
Silver Smiles Dental’s goal is to provide the best level of care to patients. Stop by or give us a call to learn more about our practice. We would love the opportunity to care for your family’s smiles.
Our results
We are committed to doing great things
20+
comprehensive services
5
star rating on Google
5
payment options
1
convenient location
Your partner in dental health
Dr. Caytlyn Foy Bonura
Caytlyn Foy Bonura, DDS, was born and raised in Silver City, New Mexico. She attended Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. After four cold winters, she moved south to Dallas and attended Baylor College of Dentistry, where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery. After completing dental school, Dr. Bonura furthered her education and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at the University of New Mexico. Here, she learned to perform advanced dental procedures, including implant placement and restoration, hospital dentistry (including sedation dentistry), and pediatric dentistry techniques.
Dr. Bonura is committed to the highest quality patient care. She strives to stay up to date on the latest dental advances to ensure patients have a comfortable experience and receive excellent care. Dr. Bonura is currently a member of the American Dental Association® and New Mexico Dental Association.
Outside of the office, Dr. Bonura enjoys spending time with family and friends, especially her husband, Shelby, and their dog, Maynard. She also enjoys cooking, traveling and watching sports, especially college football.
Dr. Gorthy has long been part of Dr. Bonura’s life. She began seeing Dr. Gorthy as a patient when she was just 8 years old. They also attended the same church. In high school, dentistry became Dr. Bonura’s focus. Dr. Gorthy opened his practice to her and allowed her to work as a chairside assistant during summer breaks so she could see what being a dentist entailed. She loved it! She continued working there over breaks for the next few years.
During dental school, Dr. Gorthy was a mentor, and he continues to be one today. When she graduated from dental school, Dr. Gorthy, Kathryn, and even Jolene were there to celebrate with her!
Meet Your Team
Our 5-Star Team
Victoria Galindo
Office Manager/Insurance Coordinator
Victoria became part of our team in 2011. She supports the front office staff and helps manage the day-to-day operations of the business such as helping with insurance, appointments, payments and financing. She is married and has five children. She loves her coworkers, spending time with family, traveling and shopping.
Kathryn Gorthy
Dental Hygienist
Kathryn joined us in May 2016, and she loves working alongside a well-trained team that works together to provide a great outcome for every patient we see. She earned her dental hygiene degree in 1979 at Forest Park Community College in St. Louis, Missouri. Kathryn contributes to the success of our practice with her years of experience, which is very much appreciated by her patients.
Outside the office, Kathryn spends time with her husband, who can often be found in his workshop and maintaining their two rental houses. Together, they like to hike and enjoy their home and the area they live in.
Angela Trujillo
Dental Assistant
Angela joined us in 2018 and loves her coworkers and our awesome patients. She has a 4-year-old daughter who is her whole world. Outside the office, she enjoys camping, traveling and spending time with family.
Sara Day
Dental Hygienist
Sara obtained her Associate of Science in dental hygiene in 1988 and her Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene in 1989. She’s earned special certifications in xerostomia and drug interactions. She is a member of AARP, the Moose Lodge and fish and wildlife groups. She loves the pace and the people she encounters in her work. She finds it very rewarding to see the results of her patients’ improved oral health. She lives for friendship with her patients. Her hobbies include landscaping, furniture refinishing, sewing, cooking and reading.
Favorite quote: “It is not enough to become compassionate – you must act.”– the Dalai Lama
Jolene Peru
Lead Assistant
Jolene joined our team on September 4, 2000. She is certified in CPR, dental radiology and first aid. She contributes to the success of our practice by helping take away added stress from Dr. Caytlyn Foy Bonura and giving our patients the best care possible. She loves being able to help patients out and being around her coworkers, who are like her second family. She is a proud mother of two beautiful children, Jade and Aiden. She is also very close to her best friends.
When she is not in the office, you can find Jolene hunting, fishing and camping.
Andi Andazola
Front Office - Insurance Coodinator
Andi joined us in July 2020 and contributes to the success of our team by helping make a good workable schedule and doing anything else to make the day better. She also likes coming to work because everyone treats each other like family. She has three kids: two boys, Dakota and Duke, and one girl, Dusti. Andi loves the outdoors and going camping with her family whenever they can.
Susan Catman
Dental Hygienist
Danni Misquez
Dental Assistant
Danni joined the practice in October 2022. She loves working with the patients and being part of the team at Silver Smiles Dental. She is an excellent addition and we love that she is always willing to learn.
When she is not in the office, she loves spending time with her husband and son doing anything that involves sports or the outdoors.
Shelby Bonura
Janitor
A modern experience
Our office is equipped with modern technology to provide you with the best care possible. That includes our online Patient Portal, which you will have access to once you become a patient.
In our Patient Portal you will be able to request appointments, view your family's upcoming appointments, and complete and edit patient forms on your schedule once you have had your first appointment.
Financial Options
We have multiple payment options to make sure you receive the dental care you deserve
We accept most traditional insurance plans and are happy to answer any questions you have.
No insurance? No worries!
We offer a savings plan and financing options for our patients without dental insurance.