Cara received her dental hygiene degree in 2017 from Texas Women’s University where she graduated at the top of her class. She joined our practice in 2020 and immediately became a part of the Lone Star family. She was born and raised in Allen but currently lives in Melissa with her husband and their newborn baby girl, Penelope June!

★ What inspired your career in dental hygiene? My mom has worked in dental offices since before I was born so I kind of grew up in dentistry. I knew from a young age that I wanted to work in the dental field, but it was when I was much older that I chose the preventative side of dentistry because of the unique opportunity to build and grow relationships with patients. 
★ What are your favorite hobbies? I enjoy listening to Audible books! I especially love getting book recommendations from patients. I love a wide variety of genres. 
★ If you were a super hero, what would your power be? Mind reading. I would love to better understand how people are feeling and how to comfort them. 

Raven received her dental hygiene degree in 2018 from the Texas A&M College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene program. Before deciding on a career in dental hygiene, Raven was a 2nd and 3rd grade teacher for several years where she honed her skills of patience and empathy. Raven lives in McKinney with her husband, Brad, and their two precious boys- Eli and Brooks!

★What inspired you to retire from teaching and join the field of dental hygiene?  I loved working in education but I was eager to join a field where I could benefit patient’s health and help to educate them on their oral health. Dentistry also provided better work-to-life opportunities for me as a mother! 
★ What is your favorite dessert? I am a dental hygienist with a huge sweet tooth, so I won’t be the one to lecture you on your candy eating habits! Luckily, I always have floss close by. 
★ What do you like to do outside of the office? I love to travel and show my boys new places. We most recently took them on a Disney cruise and had the best time! 

Jessica received her degree in dental hygiene from the Sanford-Brown Institute in 2015 and has been learning and growing in the field ever since! She has a calming presence about her that helps her patients to feel relaxed. Jessica is from and still resides in Rowlett with her sweet 6 year old son, Carter! Outside of work, Jessica and Carter stay very busy with his many sports activities- he is in football, baseball, AND soccer! 

★What inspired your career in dental hygiene?   I decided to take a chance on seeking an education in dental and am so glad I did! I am a people person and love having the opportunity to interact with patients and gain their trust while also building a relationship. 
★ What is your favorite food? CHIPOTLE- all day- every day! 
★ What is on your life bucket list? I really want to travel to Thailand someday! 

Paige graduated from the Texas A&M and Baylor College of Dentistry Dental Hygiene program with top honors. She met Dr. McElvain by being seated near him during their college orientation- and the rest is history! Her and Dr. McElvain opened the practice in 2015 and worked fiercely to build it to be the practice that it is today. She is originally from Sunnyvale, TX but now lives locally in Allen with Dr. McElvain and their three beautiful children, Nixon, Audrey, and Gavin! 

★ What inspired you to be a dental hygienist? I have always had an interest in teeth and often notice someone’s smile before anything else. I loved the concept of being able to create relationships with patients while also educating them on their oral health. 
★ What is your favorite meal? Sea bass or red snapper and lobster mac and cheese! Cotton candy ice cream from TCBY for dessert! 
★ What are your favorite hobbies? I love to travel with my family, organizing, and working out! 

Colleen is our office manager and has been with the practice since 2017. She has been working in the dental field since she was 19. She is a Texas native, originally from Euless, then Flower Mound/Lewisville, and just moved to Princeton to be closer to the office! She and her husband are expecting their first baby, a boy, in September 2023!

★ What brought you to work in dental? I was recruited to work in a dental office in 2012 while working as a teller at a bank. The reason I stayed in dental is because of the McElvains. Dr. McElvain and Paige showed me how truly thrilling and emotionally rewarding a long term career with one office/one doctor could be. 
★ What is your favorite meal? Jambalaya Pasta from Razzoos!
★ What are your favorite hobbies? I have been crocheting for 12 years and usually crochet every night. I also enjoy doing projects with my Cricut! 

Kiki joined our practice in 2021 as a dental assistant but has been in the dental field for many years! She is originally from Lubbock, TX but now lives in McKinney with her fiancé and their three sweet kiddos; Carter, Amaya, and Ayanna!

★ What inspired you to work in dental? I always loved going to the dentist as a child. Once I was in the field, I realized how much joy there is in helping make an impact on patients lives through their smiles. 
★ What inspires you in your daily life? My fiancé and kids inspire me every day to push forward and to be a better me. 
★ What is your favorite meal? Lamb chops and mashed potatoes! 

Viktoriya is a dental assistant at our office. She is originally from Russia but her family moved to the United States when she was 9. She lived in Minnesota for many years and then Oregon. She moved to Texas in 2021 for a new adventure with her husband and joined our team within days of moving to Texas. She lives in Aubrey with her husband, Eugene, and is  expecting their first baby, a girl, in December 2023!

★ What brought you to work in dental? I knew I wanted to work in healthcare and my best friend was a dental assistant. I immediately loved interacting with patients and making them feel comfortable. 
★ What is your favorite motivational quote? “Let all that you do be done in love.” 1 Corinthians 16:14
★ What is your favorite meal? Sushi, any time of the day! 

Maddie is one of our dental assistants here at Lone Star! Maddie has been a dental assistant for five years and loves that she still learns something new every day. She is originally from Wylie but currently lives in Lewisville with her husband, Austin, and their two cats, Nala and Simba! 

★Why did you decide to pursue a career in dental? My dad found a dental assisting program and encouraged me to give it a try. A family friend from church heard I was going to school to assist and hired me at her office! I fell in love with dentistry right away. 
★ Where is your favorite placed you’ve ever visited? My husband and I got married in October of 2022 and were so lucky to have the opportunity to visit London, Switzerland, and Paris! Paris was my favorite. 
★ What is something on your life bucket list? I want to sky dive someday!

Victoria is a part of our front office team! She is fairly new to working in dental but came into the field inspired and eager to learn! She fit into our team like a puzzle piece.  Victoria is originally from and still lives in Melissa. She is expecting her first baby, a boy, in early 2024!

★ What inspired your interest in dental? My mom has been working in the dental field for over 20 years. When I was growing up, she always talked about how much she enjoyed working with a small, close-knit team, and now that I have joined the Lone Star team I can see why!
★ What do you like to do for fun? SHOPPING! I also love traveling with my family and playing The Sims. 
★ What is your favorite meal? Chicken alfredo! 

Tiffani joined our front office team at Lone Star as we prepare for several maternity leaves during our office’s baby boom of 2023! She jumped right in and is eager to learn all about the world of dentistry. Tiffani is engaged to her high school sweetheart, Cameron, and together they share a beautiful and bright baby girl- Elaina. She anxiously awaits her Cinco De Mayo wedding in May, 2024!

★What brought you to Lone Star Family Dental? My first job was as a receptionist at a cooperate dental office. I knew I loved interacting with patients and doing my daily job duties, but I’ve always wanted to work for a private practice. I am so glad to have landed here! 
★ What do you like to do outside of the office? We love going out on the lake as a family and, of course, taking my daughter shopping! 
★ What is your favorite snack? Any type of spicy chip!