When you visit Echeverri Dental Center, our friendly dental team will provide gentle, compassionate dental care to meet all your oral needs. We are a family-owned and patient-focused practice that prioritizes your comfort and ensures that all your experiences with us are easy and stress-free.
Along with our experienced hygienists, assistants, and administration team, Drs. Juan Echeverri, Elsa Echeverri, Mildred Kendrick, Charbel Saba, Paola Brown, Mariana Mago, and Kim Kierszenson are committed to providing quality dental care that ensures your family a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Our dentists are academically active, continually writing papers and journal articles about dental issues, treatments, and innovations to improve the dental field and enhance your care at our dental office in Spring Branch, TX. They strive to remain current on all dentistry to ensure you receive the best possible treatments and results. We invite you to browse through the bios below to learn more about their skills and expertise.
We welcome you to contact us at (713) 956-8767 to make your appointment with one of our talented general or pediatric dentists and learn more about what we offer. We look forward to meeting you! Our location in the Spring Branch East neighborhood offers convenient access from Houston.
Juan C. Echeverri, DDS
After earning a dental degree (DDS) in his native country of Colombia, Dr. Echeverri moved to the US to pursue graduate studies. He attended Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in New Orleans, where he received his certificate in prosthetic dentistry, followed by a certificate in maxillofacial dentistry from the MD Anderson Cancer Center at the University of Texas in Houston.
Dr. Echeverri earned his American DDS degree from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston, Texas, in 1992. Dr. Echeverri has lectured in Colombia, Venezuela, Spain, and the United States and has published articles in the Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry and the Journal of the American Orthodontic Society. In addition to his private practice, lectures, and publications, he continues to advance his knowledge of dentistry regularly through continuing education courses. He has received advanced training in orthodontics, with an emphasis on CBCT and skeletal anchorage.
Dr. Echeverri has been practicing in the Houston, Texas, area since 1993. His private practice focuses on a comprehensive approach to treating patients, including restorative, prosthetics, and implant dentistry, as well as oral surgery and orthodontics. Dr. Echeverri is a member of the American Dental Association and is a Diplomate, past president, and instructor for the American Orthodontic Society. He has also received multiple awards.
He participates in charitable mission trips to Guatemala with his wife, Dr. Elsa Echeverri, with Faith in Practice. Since 2000 he has participated as a rider and fundraiser for the Houston to Austin MS150 bike ride.
As a father, Dr. Echeverri understands the joys and tribulations of being a parent and finds immense fulfillment in the achievements of his children and now his grandchildren in every stage of their lives.
Elsa Echeverri, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Elsa Echeverri is a board-certified pediatric dentist. After receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in Venezuela, she completed a post-doctoral program and residency in pediatric dentistry at the Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Dr. Elsa has been a Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston for 18 years, where she mentors new generations of pediatric dentists. She has also been teaching at the University of Texas School of Dentistry Pediatric Dentistry Department for over 30 years.
With an international reputation as an educator, clinical researcher, writer, and guest lecturer, Dr. Elsa loves the time she spends meeting families and helping children with their dental needs. She has extensive experience in treating infants, children, adolescents, and those with special needs. She provides dental outpatient surgery under general anesthesia as a staff member of Texas Children’s Hospital. When it comes to treating children, she emphasizes the prevention of dental disease and provides compassionate, gentle care to every child she meets.
Dr. Elsa and her husband, Dr. Juan Echeverri, participate in medical mission trips with Faith in Practice annually to provide medical-dental treatment for impoverished patients. They love spending time with their three daughters, one son, and their grandkids.
Charbel Saba, DDS, CAGS
Pediatric Dentist
After obtaining his doctor of dental surgery (DDS) degree in his native country of Venezuela, Dr. Saba pursued a post-doctoral residency program at Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, obtaining a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in Pediatric Dentistry. He also has full pediatric dentistry privileges at Texas Children’s Hospital to perform dental surgery under general anesthesia in an operating room (OR).
Dr. Saba strives to offer specialized and comprehensive dental healthcare for kids, adolescents, and patients with special needs in a friendly and safe environment. He believes that the first dental experience of a young patient will quite possibly shape their opinion of dentists for a lifetime. He takes it upon himself to provide a positive first dental experience and to show patients how much he cares.
Dr. Saba is fluent in English, Spanish, and Arabic. He is happily married and a proud father of two sons. When he is not working, he loves to travel and experience different cultures, as well as spend time with his family and friends and play with his kids.
Mildred Kendrick, DDS
Dr. Mildred Kendrick absolutely adores children and therefore limited her practice to children and adolescents. Her patients refer to her as the little doctor who sings, and parents love how she interacts with their children.
Dr. Kendrick completed her degree in dentistry in her native country of Venezuela. She practiced there for seven years and continued her dental education by enrolling in a three-year prosthodontics residency, earning a subsequent degree in that field.
Dr. Kendrick has practiced in the Houston, TX, area since 1989 when she moved to the US and volunteered at the University of Texas dental branch for two years. She obtained her Texas Dental License in 1995 and joined Echeverri Dental Center that same year. Her practice focuses on children’s dental care from six months to 12 years of age. Dr. Kendrick is licensed to administer Moderate Enteral Sedation LEVEL II and is also Pediatric Advanced Life Support certified. Her goal is to be the best dentist she can be and to give her dental kids the best care possible.
Professionally, Dr. Kendrick's time is divided between private practice and community service, having founded a charitable organization called Adopt a Family that provides holiday meals and presents to underserved families in the Houston area.
When not in the office, Dr. Kendrick enjoys hiking, traveling, and Pilates. She has one daughter, Erika, two grandchildren, Ema and Eli, and a boyfriend, Bob.
Paola Brown, DDS
Dr. Paola Brown earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Houston, graduating in 2010. She then attended dental school at the University of Texas Health Science Center School of Dentistry, graduating with her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2016. She has practiced in the Houston, TX, area since and continues to advance her knowledge of dentistry, earning a certification in nitrous oxide and completing a mini-residency in osteoready implants in San Antonio. She also completed a Master of Science in Aesthetic Dentistry at King’s College London on 2020
Dr. Brown has performed missionary dentistry for the underserved in Texas, Guatemala, and Venezuela. As a dentist, Dr. Brown's goal is to build relationships with patients and educate them on the importance of oral care while delivering quality, comprehensive dental services in all the clinical disciplines of general dentistry. Dentistry is a blend of art and science, and she takes great pride in her work and in improving her patients’ smiles.
When not treating patients or serving others, Dr. Brown enjoys spending time with her husband and son, family and friends. She also has a love of traveling and experiencing different cultures.
Mariana Mago, DDS
Dr. Mariana Mago graduated from Universidad Santa Maria, Caracas, Venezuela, in 2011 and from the Advanced Standing program at the University of Texas in San Antonio in 2020. She was inspired to become a dentist due to her strong desire to serve people and positively impact their lives. She has always felt compassion for those in need and saw dentistry as a way to use her skills to improve the oral health and overall well-being of those in her care.
As a dentist, Dr. Mago finds it truly fulfilling to see the positive impact her work has on her patients' lives. One of her favorite aspects of her job is the ability to help patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles. Whether through a routine cleaning or a complex cosmetic procedure, the look of relief and happiness on a patient's face after completing her work is truly priceless.
Dr. Mago is honored to collaborate with a talented and dedicated team of colleagues, and she is constantly inspired by their passion, expertise, and commitment to providing top-notch care. She’s grateful for our competent and caring staff, who work together to ensure things run smoothly. Their compassion and commitment to patient-centered care are truly impressive, and it is a pleasure to work alongside them every day.
When she's not caring for her patients, Dr. Mago enjoys quality time with her husband, three boys, Diego, Tomas, and Pablo, and their rescue dog, Rufa. She enjoys creating special memories and treasures the moments they share, whether playing sports, going on hikes or simply relaxing at home. She is also an avid baker, and whether she's trying new recipes or perfecting traditional ones, she finds baking a fun and rewarding experience.
Dr. Kim Kierszenson, DDS, MSD
Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Kim Kierszenson brings warmth, expertise, and international experience to her role as a pediatric dentist at Echeverri Dental Center. Her journey in dentistry began in 2019 in San Jose, Costa Rica, where she practiced after completing her dental degree from Universidad Latina de Costa Rica in 2018. Driven by her passion for healthcare and belief that dentistry uniquely combines art, science, and patient care, Dr. Kierszenson pursued advanced training in the United States at UTHealth Houston, where she completed a preceptorship program and her pediatric dentistry residency.
As an associate pediatric dentist, Dr. Kierszenson dedicates herself to treating children's dental issues with comprehensive preventive care. She takes special pride in educating patients and their parents about dental health, working collaboratively with the dental team to ensure every young patient has a positive experience. She also offers Invisalign for kids!
What truly sets Dr. Kierszenson apart is her genuine enthusiasm for working with children. She views each day as a new adventure, finding fulfillment in her patients' unique personalities and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on their dental health. The happy atmosphere at Echeverri Dental Center and the joy patients experience during their visits perfectly align with her approach to pediatric dentistry.
Outside the office, Dr. Kierszenson enjoys spending time with her husband Gal. Together they enjoy cooking and baking for friends and family and they particularly enjoy exploring Houston's diverse restaurant scene. Her love for travel and trying new cuisines improves her ability to connect with patients from various backgrounds.
First time to this office and I had a great experience. Entire staff was very friendly, office was very clean and the Dentist was very thorough and explained everything to me. Best part was my cleaning! My teeth feel amazing! Melanie cleaned my teeth and she was very gentle and very nice and extremely thorough. Thank you!!!
-William G.