Meet The Staff
Business Team
Carissa
Treatment Coordinator & Team Leader
What are you passionate about?
Serving others; making them feel heard, accepted and loved.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
Love organizing! Have lived in 4 different states and was a stay-at-home mom.
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
Being a part of a team that strives to stand out and serve others; one big family.
Tracey
Marketing Director & Team Leader
What are you passionate about?
Tracey loves helping others. She enjoys traveling and seeing the world.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
She is a die-hard morning person and enjoys watching reality tv shows.
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
Tracey enjoys navigating the ever-changing world of marketing and loves the challenges it brings.
Karina
Insurance Coordinator
What are you passionate about?
Karina loves to learn something new every day!
What is something most people don’t know about you?
She enjoys cooking and baking with her son.
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
The practice feels like a family. She also enjoys applying new knowledge to her work.

Rebecca
Treatment Coordinator
When did you join the practice? March 2022
How do you contribute to the success of the practice? I support the success of the practice by building trust with patients, explaining procedures, and helping them make informed decisions about their oral health.
Family: Outside of work, I’m married to my amazing husband, a proud Navy veteran, and together we’re raising three wonderful children, including our new sweet 8-month-old baby. My family is my greatest blessing and constant source of strength. They remind me every day why compassion and care matter, and I strive to bring that same love and dedication to every patient I meet.
Hobbies: Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, riding motorcycles with my husband, and staying active in our church community through Bible study. I also enjoy taking singing lessons and being creative by making custom shirts.
Stacey
Front Desk Receptionist
When did you join the practice? August 2023
Education: Graduated from The University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s Degree in Orlando, FL.
What do you like best about being a part of the practice? I love the family-like environment and professionalism. I truly enjoy going to work every day because of the people I work with and the patients we serve each day.
How do you contribute to the success of the practice? I love being able to utilize my years of hospitality experience while providing exceptional service and care to our patients.
Hobbies: I love being around my family on my time off. I also enjoy reading, running and visiting my family in Florida.
Hygiene Team
Rachel
Registered Dental Hygienist
What are you passionate about?
Faith, family, health & wellness and giving back and helping others.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
Lived in Colorado; married best friends brother; loves the outdoors and was a tom-boy growing up.
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
My family and the drive to be successful while helping others with their oral and overall health.
Trisha
Registered Dental Hygienist
What are you passionate about?
My family.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
I love to be outdoors hiking, fishing, camping with my family.
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
Helping others.
Ashley
Registered Dental Hygienist
When did you join the practice? April 2026
Education: Graduated 2017 from Tarrant County College. Bachelors 2012 from Northwestern State University.
What do you like best about being a part of the practice? Everyone works as a team and is patient focused.
How do you contribute to the success of the practice? By creating relationships with the patients. Creates a connection which then turns to trust and acceptance.
Hobbies: Pilates, pickleball, live music/concerts, and going camping in our truck camper.
Originally from Louisiana but has lived in Texas since 2012.
Audrey
Registered Dental Hygienist
When did you join the practice?
May 2025
Is there anything about your education you’d like to mention?
I graduated from the Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) Dental Hygiene Program in 2023, a highly competitive and comprehensive program. I also completed coursework at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where I volunteered in the dental clinic providing prophylaxis for patients receiving care. I began my dental career as a dental assistant in 2018 before becoming a registered dental hygienist. During dental hygiene school, I became certified in dental laser therapy in May 2023 and gained extensive hands-on experience using lasers to treat patients. I am also licensed to administer local anesthetic, allowing me to provide a more comfortable experience for my patients during treatment. My education provided extensive training in the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease, and I enjoy applying the latest evidence-based techniques to help patients achieve healthier smiles.
What do you like best about being a part of the practice?
I enjoy being part of a practice that allows me to use the full scope of my education and certifications. I love helping patients improve their oral health by treating periodontal disease, utilizing dental lasers when appropriate, and providing personalized, compassionate care in a comfortable environment.
How do you contribute to the success of the practice?
My background as both a dental assistant and registered dental hygienist allows me to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. I enjoy educating patients about their oral health, utilizing advanced technologies such as dental lasers, and applying the latest evidence-based approaches to periodontal therapy. I strive to make every visit comfortable while helping patients achieve long-term oral health.
Would you like to mention your family?
Family is a big part of my life. I have three sisters and my mom nearby, and we enjoy shopping, spending quality time together, and making memories whenever we can. My husband and I recently welcomed our baby boy, who has brought so much joy to our lives. I also have a wonderful relationship with my husband’s family. I met my husband after moving to Texas, where he was born and raised in Montgomery. He proudly serves our community as a firefighter.
Would you like to mention any hobbies?
Outside of the office, I enjoy reading, painting, vintage thrifting, traveling, and staying active through CrossFit. I love exploring new places, finding unique treasures, and spending quality time with my family.
Brooke
Hygiene Coordinator
What are you passionate about?
Being a mother.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
My thumbs are double-jointed.
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
Each day is a new day to have a great day!
Sandra
Hygiene Assistant
When did you join the practice? Early 2025
Education: Graduated 2024 from Conroe High, in college for Dental Hygiene.
What do you like best about being a part of the practice? I get to learn new stuff every day.
How do you contribute to the success of the practice? I get to help out where needed.
Clinical Team
Oly
Registered Dental Assistant
What are you passionate about?
My family, beaches and traveling.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
I went to dental school in Venezuela.
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
My family and providing for them. Saving for entertainment and our future. Helping patients is important to me.
Melissa F.
Dental Assistant
What are you passionate about?
Melissa F. brings a willingess to help to everything she does.
What is something most people don’t know about you?
Melissa F. loves to garden, sew, and a number of other crafts!
What motivates you to wake up and go to work each day?
The teamwork of the office sets it apart!
Ready to Schedule a Consultation?
Drs. Gardner, Leiker, Raabe, Boback and Scalise offers a number of dental treatments that can keep your mouth healthy and your smile beautiful. Contact us today!
