At Blue Sky Dental, we are a team of professionals whose mission is to create an environment where patients can come to receive high-quality dentistry and gentle, personalized care.
Our mission is to provide the highest quality dental care, individualized to each patient's needs, in a friendly atmosphere while providing a supportive workplace for highly motivated team members.
Lifetime Dentistry
We strive to provide dental care in a manner that minimizes the amount of dental treatment needed over a lifetime, emphasizing preventative care and quality, long-lasting dentistry.
Integrity
We believe that the foundation of the doctor-patient relationship is trust and endeavor to provide open communication and education to involve the patient in every decision regarding their treatment. Integrity means more than telling the truth; it means doing the right things for the right reasons.
Empowerment
We provide exceptional careers by creating a supportive and inclusive workplace and encouraging advancement through continuing education and leadership opportunities.
Get to Know Us
Dr. Woods and his team are excited to get to know you and start on a journey that leads to a healthy smile for life. Please take a moment to get to know our dental team, and when you're ready to schedule, call us at (505) 275-2492.
Dr. Corey Woods, DMD, FAGD
Dr. Corey Woods grew up in the mountains of northern New Mexico. After attending the University of New Mexico and receiving his undergraduate degree from Montana Tech, he spent
years in New Mexico as an engineer before receiving his Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Roseman University of Health Sciences in South Jordan, Utah.
Dr. Woods is grateful for the daily satisfaction of serving others that dentistry provides. Whether it's relieving pain, building confidence by improving a smile, or having a positive effect on someone's overall health, Dr. Woods believes every patient encounter is an opportunity to help someone.
Prior to dentistry, Dr. Woods enjoyed a successful career as an environmental engineer. His experiences in this field gave him a unique perspective on the position that dental professionals hold in our society. He is committed to lifetime learning, logging over 100 hours of continuing education every year.
"There is a level of trust afforded to dentists and a level of autonomy that I believe is difficult for those who have not been involved in other industries to truly appreciate. That trust is what drives me to continually learn and improve. My mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive dental care to the highest quality standards, individualized to each patient's needs." – Dr. Corey Woods
An active member of the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), Dr. Woods also currently serves as an At-Large Board Member and Legislative Committee Chair for the New Mexico AGD.
Dr. Woods is excited for the opportunity to serve the people of his home state. He enjoys skiing, hiking, and mountain biking, but most of all spending quality time with his wife, Katie, and their two children.
Dr. Audra Martinez, DDS, AEGD
Dr. Martinez completed her dental training at the University of Missouri,
Kansas City, in 2016, followed by a one year Advanced Education in
General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at the University of New Mexico. She
has practiced in a variety of settings in Albuquerque since 2017 and has
completed many hours of continuing education, including education in
implants and Invisalign, and training with the prestigious Pankey
Institute. She has a particular interest in Special Needs Dentistry, and is
an active member of the NMDA, ADA, AGD, and ADDS. Dr. Martinez is
originally from Las Vegas, New Mexico, and enjoys spending time
outdoors with her family, camping, running, and watching Little League
games.
Kristi
Theresa, RDH
Dental Hygienist
Theresa received her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene and has been working with Blue Sky Dental as a dental hygienist since 1993. In her role, she provides periodontal therapy, diagnostic x-rays, and preventive therapy, including oral hygiene instructions for patients. She is also a certified TMJ assistant.
Theresa likes working in her yard when she’s not helping her patients and takes great pride in her flowers.
Nishelle
Dental Assistant/OSHA Coordinator
Nishelle has a decade of experience in the dental profession, helping patients improve and maintain their dental health. She began her career after graduating from New Mexico State University and Dona Ana Community College in 2014, gaining extensive experience in Radiation Health and safety, Infection control and General Dentistry Procedures. After many years of Continuing Education as a Dental Assistant, she has gained experience in the latest dental technologies to help improve patient care. Nishelle takes on the role as Occupational Safety and Health Administration Coordinator to insure safe and healthy conditions. She provides excellent services through her strong attention to detail and adaptability. She loves helping patients feel more comfortable during their visit as well as guide and educate them through their treatment.
In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with her 2 boys playing board games and video games. She stays active through Basketball, Sand Volleyball, and working out. Nishelle enjoys learning to Roller Skate and watching new shows/movies with friends.
Gina
Certified Dental Assistant (CDA)
Gina started in the dental field in 1993 while attending Del Norte High School. After working part-time in a dental office, she decided that dentistry was the right fit for her. Gina went on to attend Dental Assisting Training Academy, where she received her certified dental assistant certification. She is also certified in dental radiology, coronal polishing, topical fluoride, and pit and fissure sealants. Gina is also a member of the Dental Assisting National Board.
In May 2021, Gina joined Blue Sky Dental. Her favorite part of the job is helping her patients, whether it’s getting them a pillow to make them comfortable or helping them with dental fear and anxiety.
In her free time, Gina enjoys baking cakes and spending time with family and friends.
Karissa, RDH
Dental Hygienist
Karissa was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After high school, she worked as a hygiene assistant while taking prerequisites. In 2019, she graduated with her Bachelor of Science in dental hygiene.
Karissa enjoys getting to know her patients and helping them feel at ease in the dental chair. Her goal is to continue to find ways through continuing education to improve her skills and educate patients on the importance of good oral health.
In her free time, she loves spending time outdoors with her family and dogs. She has two young children who keep her very busy!