Meet the Team

Preity Bhagia

Preity is our Marketing Manager and is in charge of planning fun activities for our patients and referring doctors and staff. She also works with different media to let people know how they can benefit from the excellent care provided by Houston Orthodontics. She loves to read, travel and watch movies.

Dionna Sims

Dionna has been with us for about two years. She is a quick learner and quick witted. She helps with the flow of patients as well as monitor patient charts. She is a definite asset to our practice! Dionna moved from Seattle, Washington and visits her friends and family there as often as she can. She has adapted well as a Texan-in-training!

Isabel

Isabel is our head orthodontic assistant. She has been in the orthodontic field for over 15 years. Our patients love her customer-oriented approach and initiative. She makes sure to keep everything in the clinical area in tip-top shape. When not at work Isabel loves to spend time with her husband, two children and precious little grand-daughter.

Shanna Zeagler

Shanna has been with the Houston Orthodontic Family since early 2010. She came to us from Austin. Shanna will be one of the first faces you will encounter when you arrive. She works at our front desk and will check you in and out, schedule your appointments, and assist you in any way she can. When she is not working, she can be found gardening or tucked away reading a book.

Raychel

Raychel is the newest addition to our team. She will go out of her way to make your visits pleasant and comfortable. She loves to drive fast cars, cheer on the Razorbacks and has pet raccoons!

Kelly Trimble

Kelly has over 15 years experience in orthodontics and is a valued member of the Houston Orthodontics family. Kelly's cheerful personality makes her well liked amongst our patients. When Kelly is not working, her favorite things involve being with her husband and two daughters and the many activities they are involved in.

Maria Matallana

Maria has been a part of the orthodontic assistants team since 2007. She is a hard worker with a kind and gentle touch. These attributes make her a favorite with our patients. Maria enjoys spending time with her sons, Tristan and Kai. And when she can spare any time from the children, she also likes to read.

Tina Cowan

Tina is the newest member of the Houston Orthodontic family and brings with her over 30 years of experience. We are excited to have her on the team and look forward to her positive input. When Tina is not at work, she enjoys travelling, visiting friends and spending time with her three children She has been in orthodontics for over 18 years and brings with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our office.

Yaneli Hinojosa

Yaneli has been with the Houston Orthodontics family since 2009 and has over 12 years experience in orthodontics. Yaneli and her husband are kept very busy with the various activities their three children are involved in. Their oldest son is on an all-star baseball team which is very exciting for them! Her daughter has just started cheerleading, and their youngest daughter is 2.

Kheara Young

Kheara is one of our orthodontic assistants and has been with us since the beginning of 2008. She has quickly became a valued member of the team and both staff and patients. Kheara enjoys country dancing and travel.