Meet The Staff of ABC123 Pediatric Dentistry
Vanessa Paredes, Office Manager
Vanessa has been with ABC 123 Pediatric Dentistry since 2007 and is a native Houstonian. She has been in the dental field since 2002 and brings a great deal of knowledge to our office that help our patients feel at ease. “Teamwork makes the dream work” is her motto. Striving to give great customer service, her organization and attention to detail allow her to help our parents with any questions they may have. Vanessa’s outgoing and charismatic personality bring joy to those around her. If you need assistance in Spanish, you can look to Vanessa as she is fluently bilingual.
When she’s not at work, Vanessa loves to spend time with her husband Amos and son, Amos, who plays Select Baseball. Proud of her Cuban heritage, Vanessa also loves to dance salsa! On her spare time, you can find her cooking, traveling and playing dominoes.
Leslie Stowe, Lead R.D.A.
Leslie is a compassionate Texan girl whose attention to detail makes the patient’s feel at ease.
In 2010, Leslie graduated from Manvel High School. Following her high school graduation, she decided to enroll full-time in the dental assisting program at Alvin Community College. Upon receiving her license, she was delighted to join our family at ABC123 Pediatric Dentistry. Her dedication to sharing her time and energy resonates to all of the patients that come into our office.
When Leslie is not at work, she enjoys scrapbooking, crafts, and party planning. She also loves to spend time with her son, Emanuel, and her dog.
Yenniffer Breton, Insurance Coordinator
Originally from the Dominican Republic, Yenniffer moved to Houston in 2018. She studied cosmetology in New Jersey and enjoys being a hair stylist from home, mostly on the weekends. Yenniffer started with ABC 123 Pediatric Dentistry in Spring of 2021 and you can always find her smiling and taking pride in her job.
As insurance coordinator, she verifies all benefits for our patients in our practice. She is always available to answer any questions, even in Spanish!
When she is not working, she loves spending time with her husband and two boys eating out, watching movies & going to her children’s sporting events.
Blanca Gutierrez, R.D.A.
Blanca was born in Houston, Texas! She attended HCC Coleman and graduated as an RDA in 2008. Blanca started with pediatric dentistry and then ventured out to gain experience in different dental specialties. Although, she has had experience in many other areas of dentistry, her heart is with the kids.
When seeing my patients, I love to know what their interests are so I can make their visit extra special and help them feel more at ease.
Blanca is very family oriented and loves to spend time with her three children, her dog and enjoys cooking for people.
Yvette Castro – Hygiene Coordinator
Yvette is a wife and mom of one previous little girl. She is proud of her Mexican heritage and even lived in Michoacán, Mexico for a couple of years. Yvette graduated in 2020 from South Houston High School. Soon after she got married and then decided to have a baby and welcome her beautiful daughter.
After being a stay-at-home mom , she realized she wanted to pursue a career in the dental field. After gaining experience in other pediatric offices, she began her journey at ABC 123 Pediatric Dentistry where she is currently the hygiene coordinator. Yvette takes pride in her job, hoping to make every patient feel comfortable and welcome. She is very energetic and enthusiastic about helping our parents with any questions they may have.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family , watching reality tv shows and attending church on Sunday.
Angelica Guerrero – Treatment Coordinator
Angelica was born and raised in Houston, Texas. She graduated from North Shore Senior High School in 2020 and went on to attend San Jacinto College to study Early Childhood Education. She was working at a childcare center for 3 years before she ventured out to find more experience in a different environment.
Her love for children landed her at ABC 123 Pediatric Dentistry this year! As front desk hygiene coordinator her empathetic and bright personality is sure to give every patient a great experience at our office.
When not working, she loves to spend time with her boyfriend and their one year old son, Eli.
Elizabeth Quintana – Registered Dental Assistant
Elizabeth is a born and raised Houstonian, who graduated from the dental assistant program in 2011. With 12 years of experience Elizabeth has gained knowledge in many dental offices but her love for kids led her to ABC 123 Pediatric Dentistry!
She loves to make sure the kids are comfortable and have fun throughout their visit while also answering any question they might have on how to maintain a beautiful smile.
On her free time, you can find Elizabeth going on many adventures with her 9 year old daughter Anaiyah. Whether it’s going to the park with their dog Oliver, finding a new attraction, or even just getting some ice cream. Family time is the best time!
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