Meg Garza, Office Administrator
Although she currently functions as our office administrator, Meg Garza has 25 years' experience in dentistry and can perform almost all duties in the dental office, from handling the front desk to dental assisting. Driven by a passion for learning, Meg has accumulated numerous continuing education courses, ranging from practice management to insurance billing to clinical courses. She loves meeting new people and educating them on dental health to make a difference in their lives. Meg’s hobbies include reading, bowling, and fishing.
Mario Menchaca, Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH)
Upon graduation from Rio Hondo High School, Mario Menchaca attended Texas State Technical College and received a dental hygiene degree. He enjoys educating patients and believes that if you give patients information, the knowledge you provide can be passed down to future generations. Mario spends free time reading, expanding his vocabulary, and watching NFL football, especially the Dallas Cowboys. He began dating his wife, Debbie, in high school, and they now have two children.
Clare Rodriguez, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
A registered dental assistant, Clare Rodriguez is certified in radiology, OSHA, jurisprudence, nitrous administration, and CPR. Because of her warmth, it comes naturally for her to assist Dr. Lalonde in providing quality dental care to all of our patients. Blessed with a wonderful son and a recent remarriage, Clare enjoys horseback riding, jogging, building campfires, and star-gazing in the evenings.
Belinda Mabous, Appointment Coordinator
Belinda Mabous studied at Texas State Technical College and has since become a key member of our dental team. She loves working with the children and teenagers in our practice and feels that most of our patients really do appreciate the care we give them. To relax, Belinda likes to read, watch sports, and take long rides on her husband’s motorcycle. Happily married for 27 years, Belinda and her husband have one daughter and one grandson.
Barbara Rodriguez, Appointment Coordinator
While serving in the Air Force, Barbara Rodriguez began her career as a dental assistant. She is also a certified medical technician with CPR training. Seeing smiles restored and patients with improved oral health give Barbara a sense of accomplishment and joy. Scrapbooking, gardening, and nature activities fill her time outside of work. Barbara grew up in Pennsylvania and married a wonderful man named John. While she waits patiently for her son and daughter-in-law to give her grandchildren, Barbara directs her energy to her dog and two cats.
Celeste Cantu, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
After living in San Antonio, Austin, and Florida, Celeste returned to us in her hometown. She works as a registered dental assistant for our Los Fresnos dental office and is certified in radiology, OSHA, jurisprudence, nitrous administration, and CPR. The enhanced self-esteem and confidence patients achieve due to healthier and brighter smiles make Celeste’s job worthwhile. Spending time with daughter, Kaitlyn, and exercising, bowling, and making people laugh allow Celeste to unwind and have a good time.
Krystle Padron, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Currently enrolled in the dental hygiene program at TSTC, Krystle is a registered dental assistant. She has earned certification in radiology, nitrous oxide monitoring, CPR, OSHA, and jurisprudence. Every day Krystle works hard to build lasting relationships with our patients. Being a mother to her son, Jay, keeps her busy, but she also finds time for dancing and playing volleyball.
Mary Nunez, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
As a young woman, Mary always had toothaches and dental problems. She felt so grateful to the dentist that helped her that she began training as a dental assistant with Dr. Grayson Sellers after graduating from high school. Mary is a registered dental assistant and has certification in radiology and CPR. Mary loves working with patients of all ages that we see in our practice. Her husband and four daughters keep her moving, but she enjoys horseback riding, bowling, movies, dancing, and swimming when time allows.
Delmit Seija, Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
When she started exploring the workforce options, Delmit became interested in the dental field, specifically dental assisting. She earned certification in radiology, OSHA, jurisprudence, nitrous oxide administration, and CPR. Delmit also attends numerous hours of continuing education each year. Our team's camaraderie and working with our patients, especially children, has provided Delmit with a challenging and rewarding career. An avid dancer, she moves to the beat of hip-hop, country, and tejano music.
