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Dr. Owens makes it a priority to maintain his professional memberships. These professional associations help him stay on top of new dental advances. He is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology, American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association and Capital Area Dental Society just to name a few.
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Darla Tamez, Appointment Coordinator
Darla was born and reared in Texas. She has 12 years of healthcare experience. Her strengths include her ability to make people feel comfortable and her customer service skills. In her spare time, Darla enjoys shopping and spending time with her husband and two daughters.
Vickie Sukup, Clinical Coordinator
Vickie has over 9 years of dental experience. Her strengths are her professionalism and her ability to make people feel appreciated. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, three children, and first-born granddaughter. Vickie and her husband spend most of their time relaxing on Lake Travis or at their home away from home on the Gulf, where you can find them fishing on the bay.
Lee O’Higgins, Dental Hygienist
Lee has over 30 years experience as a hygienist. Her strengths include oral communication and making people feel comfortable. She enjoys spending time with her family and her animals. In her spare time, she volunteers at the Ride Center for Kids, the Children’s Detention Center and is an usher at her church. Her hobbies include horseback riding, baking and painting. She also enjoys traveling.
Kristie McKinnon, Dental Hygienist
Kristie has over 18 years of experience as a dental hygienist. Her strengths are educating each patient according to their individual needs and making people feel relaxed. She enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, family and friends. She likes to travel and spend time outdoors.
Holly Ahart, Professional Relations and Patient Coordinator
Holly is originally from Austin and has been in the field of dentistry for over 10 years. She is very knowledgeable about dental procedures and insurance benefits. Her strengths include being able to help patients understand and make the best decision regarding their treatment. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with her daughter, Bella.
Andrea Pizzutti, Implant Treatment Coordinator
Andrea has over 10 years of client service experience, both in the health and beauty industries. Her strengths include identifying a patient’s needs and making each feel important. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and two wonderful dogs, Wally and Ava.