Meet the Team in Houston, TX
The West U Orthodontics team is exceptional. Beyond their professionalism, skills, and dedication, the team members are enthusiastic about customer service and building relationships. Each is warm, friendly, and personable: they go out of their way to make sure everyone is heard, educated, and comfortable throughout their time in our care. They love being surrounded by people who are transforming their lives and seeing each person’s individual personality blossom as their new smile appears!
Nancy
Office Manager and Treatment Coordinator
I love meeting with patients and watching as each person’s smile progresses during their time with us!
Nancy started in the dental field in 2005 and joined West U Orthodontics in January 2020. She meets with patients and families at their first appointment, addressing any questions they have. She also handles financials and assists in filing insurance. Nancy loves being part of a practice where the priority is always our patients; we truly care for them as family.
Much of Nancy’s free time is spent enjoying the company of her children and husband. She also dedicates time to volunteering in the community and providing house-to-house ministry.
Graciela
Receptionist
The best part of my job is meeting new people, seeing their beautiful smiles when they are finished with treatment, and working with the friendliest team around!
Graciela’s welcoming smile is one of the first things our patients see when they arrive at our office. She always works hard to create an environment where our patients are the priority, whether she is scheduling appointments to be as convenient as possible or verifying patients’ insurance benefits. While she’s new to the orthodontic field, she has learned so much about the many ways we are able to change our patients’ smiles, making her a great asset to both our patients and our team.
When she’s not at work, Graciela loves spending time with her three children.
Mireya
Senior Orthodontic Assistant
I enjoy working with so many different people of all ages. It’s rewarding to see how satisfied and happy each patient is when their treatment is complete and they have a new, beautiful smile!
Mireya, a certified dental assistant, started her career in 1998. We welcomed her to the West U Orthodontics team in 2008. Working with patients and families, she helps everyone understand the orthodontic process, treatment options, and what to expect. Additionally, Nancy is in charge of our 3D printer that makes retainers and in-house aligners. She loves how everyone in our office is warm and welcoming, which creates a great atmosphere for the team and our patients.
Mireya shares her life with her husband and two beautiful daughters. Being with them is the highlight of her day and they prioritize time together outdoors.
Liliana
Orthodontic Assistant
My goal is to always make sure our patient is comfortable, so I make time to talk with each. Hearing about their lives, and watching how everyone changes as their smile changes, is rewarding!
Liliana is a certified dental assistant who started her career in 2011. She joined West U Orthodontics in February 2017. Most of her day is spent in our clinic, where she works chairside assisting Dr. Salas straighten teeth and transform smiles. She really enjoys working with the intraoral iTero™ digital scanner. Liliana is appreciative to be part of a team that provides the best orthodontic treatment, and results, possible.
At home, Liliana spends as much time as possible with her husband and three children. They are avid sports fans, especially of the Houston teams.
Ana
Dental Assistant
Being able to share in the experience of changing a person’s smile is one of my favorite parts of my job!
Ana started working as a dental assistant in 2009 and became part of the West U Orthodontics team in 2016. Her primary responsibility is working chairside in the clinic, where she assists Dr. Salas with various procedures. Much of Ana’s focus is on our patients, earning their trust and keeping them comfortable during visits. She loves how everyone in the practice is excited to welcome new patients and take care of their smiles.
Away from work, Ana enjoys time with her husband and three children. One of the reasons she loves her job is because she gets to do what she loves while also being able to be present at home.
