Our TeamGeorgetown Team:Mark, RDA – Dental AssistantMark is a compassionate Registered Dental Assistant with over a year of experience, dedicated to making patients of all ages feel at ease during their visits. Inspired by a childhood fascination with dentistry, Mark now brings his passion for patient care to Viva Smiles Family Dental. Originally from the Philippines, he loves the family-like atmosphere of Texas and the practice. Outside the office, Mark enjoys sci-fi and Marvel movies, traveling, and discovering new cuisines. Fun fact: he can solve a Rubik’s cube in under two minutes! His favorite motto? "Life is like a mirror, smile at it and it will smile back at you." Jillian – Office ManagerJillian is the friendly and organized Dental Office Manager at Viva Smiles Family Dental, with over two years of dental experience and a solid background in medical administration. She’s passionate about ensuring patients feel confident and informed, working to make every visit stress-free and positive. Originally from Oregon, Jillian has called Texas home for a decade. In her free time, she loves traveling, creating art, and occasionally dancing—a nod to her childhood as a dancer. Her favorite motto? "A simple life is its own reward." Giddings Team: Kaitlynn PreussHello! I’m Kaitlynn, the Office Manager here at Viva Smiles Giddings. With 8 years of experience in the dental field, I’m passionate about helping people feel confident and happy with their smiles. I’m always eager to expand my knowledge to better serve our patients and our team. When I’m not at the office, you’ll likely find me enjoying quality time with my family or racing monster trucks with my son, a hobby we both love. A fun fact about me? I’m an avid fisher, and my best catch to date is a 10-pound bass!  Jocelyn RiveraHi, I’m Jocelyn Rivera, the Lead Dental Assistant at Viva Smiles Giddings. With 4 years of experience in the dental field, I’m passionate about enhancing confidence—both in myself and in others. I’m always looking for ways to grow, improve, and embrace new opportunities. Outside of work, you’ll often find me taking a walk while listening to music or spending time with my family and friends. A little fun fact about me: my favorite podcast, La Plática, is the #1 Latino podcast in the world!  Aliyah SuarezHello! I’m Aliyah Suarez, a Dental Assistant at Viva Smiles Giddings with 3 years of experience in the dental field. I’m passionate about helping others build confidence in their smiles and am always eager to refine my skills and grow in the office. When I’m not working, I love spending quality time with my family. A fun fact about me? My favorite pastime is having dance battles with my son—it’s always a blast!  Vanessa RodriguezHi! I’m Vanessa Rodriguez, the Front Desk Receptionist at Viva Smiles Giddings. With 5 years of experience in the dental field, I’m passionate about assisting patients in any way I can—whether it’s helping them navigate insurance or brightening their day with a warm smile as they walk through our doors. Outside of work, I enjoy reading, hiking, and spending time with my family and friends. A fun fact about me? I’m also a photographer! |
