Meet the Team

Meet the Team

Meet the Team

Laura Alejandro

KAREN HERNANDEZ

Front Desk Manager &

Financial Advisor

I'm originally from Monterrey, Mexico but I grew up in Laredo, Texas where I attended United High School. 


I graduated from LCC as a Registered Dental Assistant but I found my passion in Business and Administration. 


I love my job and giving my patients excellent customer service. Besides the rewarding experience of serving our patients I am also happy I get to meet amazing new people every day.

Aside from doing something I am passionate about, I also gained a second family here at The Smile Shoppe!


Hobbies: On my days off you can catch me watching Tarantino movies, reading on my Kindle, hanging out with my son and listening to Taylor Swift.

Claudia Calderon

CLAUDIA  CALDERON

Laboratory Technician

I have been working in the dental field for 50 years, initially as a dentist in my home town of nuevo Laredo. When I moved to the united states I embarked on a new journey and have been practicing dental assisting for 10 years. I specialize in making aligners which is the most modern form of orthodontics. It makes me so happy to provide care to patients and make them feel comfortable when they come to the Smile Shoppe.


Hobbies: spending time with my two sons and my fur baby, Maya. I also like to knit and enjoy going to the movies. 

Iliana Flores

JOSALI BOJORQUEZ

Insurance Coordinator

I am currently a health administration major and have been in the customer service field for about 4 years. I love to help patients feel welcomed at the Smile Shoppe. I enjoy helping to facilitate patient's treatment and help the office run smoothly.


Hobbies: Some of my hobbies include playing guitar, drinking coffee, and I am a huge Star Wars fan.

Iliana Flores

CHRISTINA GONZALEZ

Treatment Coordinator

I was born and raised in Laredo, Texas.

I am a proud Aggie and A&M graduate with an MBA with concentration in marketing. I earned my Registered Dental License as well.

I love seeing patient’s treatment progress and seeing their confidence build up.


Hobbies: I love spending time with family and friends. I am an avid reader and hope to write a book one day. I also enjoy traveling. One of my bucket list goals is to travel all 50 states.


Iliana Flores

SHARON WINANS

Clinic Manager

I have been in the dental field as a registered dental assistant for 6 years. I am passionate about orthodontics and love seeing our patient's smiles transform. I am the mother of 2 wonderful kids and I am an animal lover. My husband is my biggest supporter.


Hobbies: In my free time I enjoy crafting. I also enjoy running and biking in my free time.

Laura Alejandro

VICTOR ALVAREZ

Dental Assistant

I am originally from Monterrey, Mexico. I have been a Registered Dental Assistant in Laredo, Texas for 14 years having received my training from the University of Texas in San Antonio.

Orthodontics has been a part of my life for many years and I still am very passionate about it. I love to see smiles transform and how it improves our patient’s quality of life. Creating beautiful, healthy smiles is very rewarding!


Hobbies: On my free time I enjoy video games, hunting/fishing, and watching the New England Patriots.

Laura Alejandro

JESUS GARCIA

Dental Assistant

I was born and raised in Laredo, Texas.

I attended United High School and received my Registered Dental Assistant License from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2022.

I’m passionate about Orthodontics and enjoy getting to know our patients. I also like how our treatment creates beautiful, long-lasting smiles which boost people’s confidence. That makes me so happy!


Hobbies: As a note about myself, I am also a musician and enjoy making music on my free time. Find me on spotify by searching for JesusG!


Claudia Calderon

TIFFANY ESCOBEDO

Front Desk

I was born and raised in Laredo, Texas.

I attended Alexander high School and graduated from TAMIU with a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology.

What I enjoy the most about being involved in the field of Orthodontics is the relationships we build with our patients. I love making our patients feel at home in our office. I also love seeing their smiles transform!


Hobbies: I am very passionate about bowling and enjoy participating in bowling tournaments year-round.

Claudia Calderon

LAUREN GUTIERREZ

Dental Assistant

I am from Laredo, Texas.

I graduated from TAMIU with a Bachelor’s in Biology and an MBA. I completed my Registered Dental Assistant program from the University of Texas at San Antonio in 2020.

I love meeting new people and making them smile. I found a passion for Orthodontics that allows me to interact with new people every day which is why I love doing what I do.


Hobbies: I love cats. I enjoy spending time with family and friends. And whenever I find the time, I enjoy biking and going to the movie theater.


Laura Alejandro

ODALYS ESPINOZA

Dental Assistant

I am originally from Laredo, TX.

I graduated from TAMIU with a Bachelor’s in Biology and received my Registered Dental License from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

I love Orthodontics because I can help people and boost their confidence. It is amazing to see the results of treatment – a happy patient with a beautiful smile. I can’t stop smiling too! I love interacting with patients and It makes my day to see our patients happy!


Hobbies: traveling, going to the movies, and spending time with friends and family.


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