About Us

Violetta Kielkowski, Office Coordinator

Violetta has been with us for 23 years, her entire career. She enjoys working with our patients and our team, and she has an affinity for customer service.

Born and raised in Gdansk, Poland, Violetta moved to Houston in 1983 and married her husband, Waldemar. They have two children, Olivia and Patrick. Violetta enjoys traveling, playing Bridge, and attending the ballet, opera, or baseball games.

Sue Thueson, Office Manager

For 20 years, Sue has been a part of our practice. After dental assisting for 5 years, she moved into administration and has since served our patients in the front office. Sue loves our wonderful patients and has enjoyed watching many families grow up with our practice.

When she’s not at work, Sue and her husband enjoy traveling and spending time with family. She has five adult children, three of her own and two step children, and she loves them all dearly.

Dana Wachtel, Registered Dental Hygienist

As a 16-year veteran to the dental field, Dana has served our patients by promoting healthy smiles for 11 years. She earned her associate’s degree in applied science from Wharton County Junior College. Through the years, Dana has had many patients become friends, and she’s watched children grow into adulthood. She’s proud to have made sure that these families she’s come to adore have healthy smiles – and that their family photos are spectacular!

At home, Dana and husband Allen have a young son, Tres. The family enjoys attending Tres’ baseball games, and Dana also likes to spend time gardening and making crafts.

Nichole Hoffman, Dental Hygienist

For three years, Nichole has helped our patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles. She graduated from University of Texas Dental School in Houston in 2004, though she grew up in Colorado. Educating patients about the importance of good oral hygiene for overall health fulfills her, and she appreciates the teamwork at our office.

After hours, Nichole likes to spend time with friends, travel, and curl up with a good book.

Felicia Schoffield, Dental Assistant

With 18 years of experience, Felicia helps Dr. Tamborello and Dr. Bowen create healthy, beautiful smiles for patients of all ages and from all walks of life. She enjoys working with a team she counts as family, and she appreciates how the entire team puts patients first. Making people smile makes Felicia smile herself!

Beckie Krenek-Robinson, Certified Dental Assistant

Beckie has been dental assisting for 19 years, so she brings our patients experience, as well as a gentle and nurturing spirit. After graduating from Del Mar Junior College in Corpus Christi, Beckie won second place in table clinics at TDA in San Antonio. She enjoys working with our team, as well as our patients.

After work, Beckie likes biking, golf, swimming, and playing with her pets.

Myrna Q. Macias, Dental Assistant

Myrna has been a dental assistant for more than 10 years, and she enjoys working with our team and our doctors. Helping patients achieve optimal oral health and sparkling smiles brings Myrna fulfillment. Traveling, playing poker, and spending time with friends keep her busy after hours.