At Consultants in Dental Aesthetics, giving back is at the heart of what we do. Each year, we dedicate a special day to providing free dental care for adults in need, offering cleanings, fillings, and extractions at no cost.
At Consultants in Dental Aesthetics, we believe every smile deserves exceptional care. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been named a 2025 Talk Award Winner for Service Excellence—an honor we’ve proudly received for the 13th consecutive year.
Ilvia was born & raised in Houston. She graduated from Klein Forest High School and had a successful career within the retail industry, which helped her develop excellent customer service skills. When Ilvia is not working she enjoys walking her dog, cleaning and spending time with her family.
Luz is originally from Coahuila, Mexico, but has lived here in Houston, Texas since 1996. She joined Consultants in Dental Aesthetics in 2021. She actually went to college to be a tax accountant. When she’s not at work, Luz enjoys serving at church, gardening, baking, climbing mountains, and spending time with her husband and 3 sons.
Monica was born and raised in Houston, Texas. In her previous career she excelled as an outreach and professional receptionist. She has a lot of experience in customer service and loves making people feel welcomed. Monica’s favorite thing about the CDA is how everyone is always positive and kind. She is a mom of 4 with a very supportive husband. In her free time, Monica enjoys spending time with her loved ones.
Melissa was born and raised in Houston and has continued her career within the Lone Star State. Melissa has had a successful career within the restaurant industry which has honed her hospitality skills. She is extremely excited and thrilled for this new chapter and looks forward to showing hospitality everywhere she goes.
Tommy was born and raised in Cypress and has lived in Houston for most of his life. Originally a teacher, he likes to say he started his dental career by accident, taking a role as the office sterilization technician while between teaching positions. Several years on, Tommy has discovered his passion as our laboratory technician, designing and printing night guards, bleaching trays, and sleep appliances. Tommy is married and has three cats and two dogs.
Vanessa, originally from Mississippi, settled her roots in Houston, Texas in 1985. She has been a Dental Assistant since 1993 and enjoys how dentistry evolves year after year. She is a proud mother to 4 adult children and 3 amazing grandchildren. She enjoys singing, being active in church and spending time with her family.
Originally from Chicago, IL, Paris made her way over the Lonestar State. She started her dental career in Dallas TX, where she worked as both a dental assistant and front desk receptionist which allowed her to hone a wide variety of talents. She then made her way to Houston in 2020 to continue her passion, dentistry. Her favorite part about dentistry is helping patients to enjoy their smile while also having a passion for learning and helping others. When she’s not at work, Paris enjoys traveling, shopping, cooking, and spending time with her Yorkie named Storm.
Originally from Lufkin Texas, Natasha moved to Houston in 2006 after high school. She started her dental career in 2019 working as both a dental assistant and dental lab technician. Her favorite part about dentistry is being able to restore smiles from the tech aspect in the lab then watching it come to life with happy patients in the dental chair. When she is not working she enjoys reading, journaling, spending time with her daughter and very close-knit family.
Originally from Madisonville, Texas, Emily grew up on a ranch with her parents and 2 sisters. She has always had a passion of bringing smiles to those around her, which pushed her to pursue her career in dentistry. She started her dental career in Tomball, TX in 2020 where she worked both the front and back offices. Her favorite thing about being an assistant is being able to make an impact on her patients journey to better health. When she’s not at work, Emily enjoys riding motorcycles, reading, and spending time with family.
Jocqui was a refuge from a country in Southeast Asia, called Laos. He and his family immigrated when he was only 3 months old to Houston, Texas. He started his dental career as a volunteer assistant and then pursued dental hygiene at Tyler Junior College. He enjoys putting his education and experience to great use. Since 2009, Jocqui has cared for many patients and loves working with them to achieve their oral health goals. Outside of the office, he enjoys spending time with his family and playing basketball.
Kathy was born in Southern California, but raised in Houston, TX. She lived in Dallas for several years before moving back to Houston in 2021. Kathy has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2012. She earned her dental education at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston. Her passion in dentistry is providing excellent quality care to her patients and helping them achieve great oral health. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and 2 children, traveling and fitness.
Originally from West, Texas, Cheryl has lived in Houston since 2004. She has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 1996 and her many years of experience and dedication in the dental field has helped her become an excellent resource for her patients and team. When she is not working at the dental office, Cheryl enjoys exercising, swimming, and spending time with her family and dogs.
Jackie is originally from San Antonio, TX “Home of the Alamo.” She recently moved to Cypress to take on New Adventures with her spouse and be closer to family. She graduated as a Registered Dental Assistant in 2014, and that’s when her love for the dental field began. Jackie brings many years of experience to the practice in the clinical and business areas. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family and on occasions delves into reality tv.
Born and raised in Houston, Texas Karissa has been in the dental field since 2019. Karissa has a Bachelors of Science in Business with a certificate in Project Management and loves to learn. She enjoys going on evening walks with her daughter.
Born and raised in Cypress, TX. She graduated from the University of Houston with her Bachelor’s Degree from the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hospitality and enjoys incorporating hospitality wherever she goes! With her vast experience in corporate event planning, marketing and project management, Cassie has developed a passion for cultivating relationships within the community. Cassie’s favorite part about working at CDA is the humanitarian impact CDA makes through dentistry. When she is not working, you may find her soaking up the sun with her family and two fur babies.
A native New Yorker, Mary Ann enjoyed an amazing career in Commercial Aviation as a Training Director and International Flight Attendant. Her career eventually took her to Houston, Texas where she met Dr. Landry, got married, and raised a family of 4. Mary Ann integrated the International First Class flying experience into the extraordinary service experience at Consultants in Dental Aesthetics. She has an obvious passion for globetrotting, cooking, and fitness. She and her husband love spending time together and enjoying their Three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. Her enthusiasm is contagious and she is committed to making lives better through acts of kindness and generosity.
