Terri – Practice Administrator
Terri is a native Austinite and has been with the team longer than any other team member, joining Dr. Worob in 1989. “I feel truly blessed to be a part of this practice for the many years that I have and getting to know our patients. 12 Oaks’ passion for health and dentistry is reflected throughout the office and in the care we provide for our patients. My role as practice administrator is to ensure that our office always provides quality care and excellent customer service to you, our patient.”
Terri married her high school sweetheart Ronald and they have 1 son, Ryan. When she is away from the office, her greatest joy is spending time with her 3 grandchildren. She is a dog lover, loves attending sporting events, curling up with a good mystery, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.
Carrie – Business Assistant / Marketing Coordinator
Carrie joined 12 Oaks Dental in July 2016. She has been in the dental field since 2005. Her tremendous knowledge of all things dental is an ideal fit with our team. You will feel welcomed by her warm smile and spunky attitude.
“Every time you smile at someone, it is an act of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing” ~ Mother Teresa
Carrie is the proud mother of two amazing kiddos. Aubrey is an ER nurse in College Station, TX. Colton is a busy high school student and keeps his mom busy as chauffeur, chef, and problem solver extraordinaire. She enjoys cooking and baking yummy gluten-free meals and treats, traveling, and supporting her children’s various activities. For those indulging times, Carrie likes shopping, exploring all the fun things Austin has to offer, and DIY projects around her home.
Rebecca – Business Assistant/Insurance Coordinator
Rebecca graduated from The Center for Dental Professionals in 2008 and entered the dental field as a Registered Dental Assistant. Although she loves working closely with patients chairside, she came to love the administrative aspects of dentistry too. She will more than likely be the friendly face you will see upon your arrival.
“The best part of working in the dental field is building connections with patients and getting to know them like family, all while helping them smile with confidence. Seeing a patient show off their new smile is priceless.”
When not working, Rebecca enjoys spending time with family and friends, trying different cardio classes, and anything crafty. You will also find her cheering on her 4 nephews at the baseball fields, almost year round. Although she doesn’t have human kids of her own, she shares two hilarious pugs with her boyfriend Michael. Sammy and Ginger keep them very entertained!
Jarica-Business Assistant/ Scheduling Coordinator
Jarica, originally from Olney, TX, began her career in oral surgery in Lubbock under the mentorship of Dr. Ronald G. Smith. After five years of invaluable experience, she relocated to Austin in 2000 to continue her passion for oral surgery. Jarica also expanded her expertise by spending seven years in dental imaging before joining our team as a scheduling coordinator in July 2024.
BeTu – Registered Dental Hygienist
A southern Louisiana native, BeTu made the move to Austin about 8 years ago. She loves the unique character that Austin offers to both locals, as well as out of towners. Along with its small city feel like her hometown. BeTu graduated from the University of Louisiana at Monroe in 2007 as a Bachelor of Health Science in dental hygiene. She loves interacting with her patients and being able to go above and beyond for each patient’s needs. She strives for perfection and does it from the heart. She enjoys celebrating her accomplishments and goals with her colleagues and heavily values team effort.
“Great things are done by a series of small things brought together”-Vincent Van Gogh
When BeTu isn’t with us in the office, she enjoys cooking for her husband Eric, and her puppy Angel. Her friends call her “the whip it lady” because she can whip up anything on a whim, when it comes to cooking. BeTu appreciates the outdoors, traveling, and hopping around town with her “foodie” friends checking out Austin’s restaurants. Her goal is to, one day, explore the world with her future children to try out various ethnic cuisines. “Nothing brings people together like good food.”
Brandi – Registered Dental Assistant
Brandi graduated from Allied Health Careers and began her dental career in Austin, TX in 1992. She has been cross-trained in all areas of the dental office. After many years on the business side, she returned to assisting chairside in 1997. Brandi enjoys helping patients feel welcomed and making sure they understand their treatment needs. She truly cares for her patients and their comfort. She enjoys building relationships with her patients and getting to know them on a personal level.
Outside of the office she enjoys traveling with her husband, Frankie. She also loves spending time with her two sons, their wives, and 2 grandchildren Wesley and Ellie. When she has extra time she loves gardening, DIY projects, and refinishing/building furniture.
Gentry – Registered Dental Assistant
Gentry or Gen was born in Plano, TX but grew up in Cedar Park. She began her career as a Registered Dental Assistant in 2013 and joined the 12 Oaks Dental team in October 2021. If you are new to our practice, you may recognize her as the person that is with you from the beginning to the end of your first visit. Her warm smile and genuine personality help our patients feel comfortable and cared for. She shows them that the dentist can be fun!
Outside of the office, she is a full-time baseball and gymnastics Mom to Braxton and Gracie. In a rare kid-free moment she loves the outdoors and you will find her hiking, listening to music, and working out (Yes, even in the Texas heat!). One of her favorite quotes is “Don’t stop if you’re tired, stop when you are done.”
Amanda – Registered Dental Hygienest
Amanda Ybarra is a licensed dental hygienist with a mission of examining and treating patients for optimal oral and whole body health. She has performed preventative and oral healthcare for over thirty years. She values integrity and respect as shared values helping her build confidence and trust with her patients.
Amanda is a native Texan and graduated from Howard College in Big Spring, Texas – her hometown! In her off-hours, Amanda enjoys traveling and visiting new places, camping, and hiking with her spouse and two dogs. Amanda has a goal of visiting and exploring all eighty-nine Texas State Parks and historic sites.
Kris – Registered Dental Hygienist
CeAnn – Registered Dental Hygienist
Melanie – Registered Dental Assistant
Tommy the Tooth
Tommy the Tooth, the official mascot of 12 Oaks Dental, has been a member of our team since 1990.
He loves greeting each patient with a smile as they come through our door and is a fun morale booster for our team members. Tommy definitely has the travel bug! Some of his favorite trips were to Hawaii, Portland, Colorado, the Texas Coast and even Lubbock Texas. When he does stay around town, Tommy likes to dress his best and attend local events like Pecan Street Festival, Austin Rodeo, Longhorn and high school sporting events and even R.O.T. Rally.
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