Bandi
Insurance Coordinator
My favorite part of being an insurance coordinator is helping families with their dental insurance. It is important people understand their benefits and are able to maximize what is due to them. I submit our patients’ insurance claims, follow up with the companies as needed, and post payments when received.
I have worked in the dental field since 2005, both as an administrator in the front office and as a registered dental assistant in the clinic. I have been with Smart Mouth Pediatric Dentistry since 2005 and love being part of a great team. Dr. Lansden is a pleasure to work with/for: she respects us and values what we bring to the office professionally and as individuals. As a team, we have a lot of respect for each other and enjoy working together in order to provide the best care and experience for our patients and their families.
Outside the office, I love to read and travel as much as possible. Time with family is important to me. I have been married for over 30 years and we have two adult kids plus two Great Danes.
Ashley
Patient Care Coordinator
I really enjoy interacting with and educating children and their families on dental health. Working in the front office, I check patients in and out, verify their insurance, and go over treatment plans with families. My most important responsibility is helping children have great dental experiences!
When I am not in the office, I enjoy spending time with my daughter, Harlee. We enjoy spending time outdoors, with our families and each other. FUN FACT: I grew up in Waco and am one of 9 kids in my blended families.
Chloe
Front Office
One of the best parts of working at the front desk is that I get to know our patients and families and catch up with them from one visit to the next.
I attended TSTC for dental assisting and graduated in 2013. I have worked in pediatric dentistry off and on since, and joined the Smart Mouth team in 2021. I feel fortunate to work with a team and doctor who value the same things that are important to me and always supportive, both inside and outside of our work lives.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband Zac and our three children, Bodhi, Banks, and Bowen. I can often been found outside playing with my kiddos, camping, hanging out with family and friends, or making runs to Target.
Kelly
Hygienist
I enjoy working with kids and teaching each how to keep their smile clean and healthy. In addition to cleaning teeth and taking X-rays, I provide the children and their families with personalized education about the importance of oral health.
In 1992, I graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio with a degree in dental hygiene. I then worked in general dentistry for two years before moving to pediatric dentistry. I’ve been with Smart Mouth Pediatric Dentistry since 2000 and appreciate being part of a team with the same values and work ethics. We’re a small office, so we’re like a family, and that includes the families and children we see, too.
I have lived in this community my whole life and raised my two children here. Living in the country with many animals, I enjoy gardening, traveling, and time with family and friends.
Lauren
Hygiene Assistant
Everyday is a fun day in a pediatric dental office. We are able to have fun and be “kids,” but also educate kiddos on how to take care of their teeth! I assist the hygienist during cleanings, provide education, and offer lots of encouragement to the kids.
I studied dental assisting at Texas State Technical College in 2014 and started at Smart Mouth in 2015. My coworkers are family. We all have the best time together, outside the office and at work, which makes for a great environment for kids and families.
I have lived in Robinson all my life. As a child, I was even a patient here at Smart Mouth! My husband Jonathan and I have been together for almost fifteen years, have been married for nine, and have a young boy named Remington and a daughter - Charlee. We also have two puppies, Abby and Scout. We enjoy spending most of our time outside and with family. Our most favorite place is the beach!
Kay
Dental Assistant
I started with Smart Mouth in 2000, took a short break to explore my baking skills and help out at Rocket Cafe in Robinson, then found my way back to dentistry and Smart Mouth in 2023. I enjoy working in a small office where we all become family....and everyone always appreciates when I bring goodies in the morning :)
My favorite thing about working with kids is helping them have a great experience in a place that could seem overwhelming. We take our time to create relationships with the families and meet specific individual needs.
I am married to my husband, David, of 40 years and we live in Rosebud. Together we have two sons and a sweet daughter-in-law Sara. We are blessed to have three grandsons, Wyatt, Ryan, and Kyle, who keep us busy and young.
Mallory
Hygienist
Mallory has been a dedicated dental hygienist since graduating from Tyler Junior College in 2010. From the very beginning of her career, she found her passion in pediatric dentistry and has been working at our office since 2021. Known for her welcoming personality, Mallory brings a calming presence that puts both kids and parents at ease.
Outside the office, Mallory is a proud wife to Ryan and loving mom to three energetic boys – Gage, Gunner, and Graham. Their family wouldn't be complete without Trigger, their playful goldendoodle. A big baseball fan, Mallory is often found cheering from the stands or watching games with her crew. Her bright personality and beautiful smile light up every room—and it’s easy to see why patients love seeing her!
