Our Team

Karen S. Potter, DDS

Dr. Potter was born and raised in San Clemente. After studying in-state as well as across state lines, she has returned to South Orange County with an expertise that has earned the respect of dentists across the southland. Dr. Potter’s educational and professional accomplishments have impressed her colleagues as well as her patients.

• Magna Cum Laude at USC with a degree in Spanish
• Summa Cum Laude at UCLA School of Dentistry, graduating #1 in her dental class
• Certificate of Endodontics from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, one of the leading Endodontic Residencies in the United States
• Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics
• Multiple published articles in peer-reviewed journals like the Journal of Endodontics, the Journal of the California Dental Association, and the Journal of Evidence Based Dental Practice
• Conversational in Spanish

Dr. Potter and her husband live in San Clemente, where she also grew up. They have 3 energetic children: Kinnick, Joey, and Carson. They enjoy spending time with their kids, watching college football, exercising, traveling, and live music. On Dr. Potter’s days out of the office she practices yoga, swims, and jogs the beach trail. She loves to expand her knowledge of endodontics by attending CE courses and also loves to present at courses to teach other dentists more about her specialty. Dr. Potter and Sean also have a firm belief that giving back to their community is vital.

Craig R. Bergquist, DDS

Dr. Bergquist has been practicing dentistry since 1979. He practiced as a general dentist for 15 years before completing his endodontic residency in 1992. His undergraduate degree was earned at Washington State University, his dental degree from Baylor College of Dentistry in Texas, and his endodontic residency was completed at the VA Hospital in Long Beach. Dr. Bergquist enjoys lecturing on Endodontics, and is a speaker for Tulsa Dental, a very prominent endodontic supply company.

Laguna Beach is home for Dr. Bergquist and his family. He has been married for over 30 years to his beautiful wife, Sheryl, and has two adult children: Carly and Cole. Dr. Bergquist enjoys traveling, skiing, snorkeling, beach volleyball, water skiing, good food, fine wine, jazz music, and most recently playing with his grandchildren.

Taylor

Taylor has been at the office for over 5 years starting as the office manager and transitioning to the role of dental assistant last year. Her compassion and love for the job make your experience in the office seamless and smooth. She is currently taking classes to further her careers goals of becoming a dental hygienist. 

Interests: “Like all of our team at San Clemente Endodontics, I live, work, and play in San Clemente. I enjoy hiking, dancing, reading a good book, crafts, and spending time with my friends.”

Leigh

Our Patient Concierge, Leigh, has been in the dental field since 2008. She truly enjoys getting to know patients and helping them prepare for their time in our office. Her main goal is to provide excellent, personalized, quality care for each patient. Outside of work Leigh enjoys antique shopping, flea markets, and estate sales. Also, she enjoys going to the beach and hanging out with family and friends.

Leah

Leah is the newest member of our team. She has been a dental assistant for 26 years, the last 16 of which have been in endodontics. Leah loves making her patients feel welcome and comfortable and easing their anxiety before and during treatment. She was born in San Clemente and has a long family history here.