Jeannie Klepper, Office Director

A native Austinite, Jeannie has over twelve years of dental experience. She previously acted as a registered dental assistant for ten years as well as a dental laboratory technician. Her knowledge and expertise in multiple aspects of dentistry has been an invaluable addition to the Authentic Smiles team.

Jeannie has also completed additional education courses at Baylor College of Dentistry in the study of orthodontics, endodontics, and insurance and billing in order to stay up to date in providing the best care for our patients.

Outside of the studio, Jeannie enjoys spending time with her two children, traveling across Texas, and experiencing the live music scene of Austin.

Beth Mast, Dental Hygienist

Originally from Ohio, Beth has lived in Texas since 1979 and has two sons and a wonderful grandson who has added a whole new dimension to her life.

Because of the diverse range of people she has had the opportunity to meet daily, she enjoys dentistry today as much as she did when she started over 30 years ago. Beth listens and connects with her patients and readily discerns how her knowledge and skill will help them achieve a greater level of health. Beth loves Austin’s culture and catches live music at local haunts, house concerts and music festivals. When not gardening, cooking or making jewelry, she enjoys exploring the hill country, camping, hiking and river sitting.

Ginger Helen, Dental Hygienist

Ginger is a native Texan with a love of world travel, hoppy microbrewery beer, dark chocolate with chili, and Book People. Ginger holds a B.A. in German Literature from The University of Texas at Austin.

We are thrilled to have Ginger as a returning team member to Authentic Smiles after a two-year hiatus to advance her dental training at Austin’s local ACC Dental Hygiene program.

Mia Townsend, Dental Hygienist

Mia has been a practicing Dental Hygienist for 15 years, and is licensed in both Texas and Florida. She received her licensure from The University of Texas Dental School in Houston where she graduated first in her class.

After nine years in Tampa, FL, Mia relocated to Austin, TX in 2007 and joined Authentic Smiles and is committed to her patients. When not working, enjoys tennis, horseback riding, snow skiing, diving and traveling anywhere and everywhere. Most importantly, Mia has a beautiful young daughter who is the center of her life outside of work.

Fae Esparza, Registered Dental Assistant

Fae joined the Authentic Smiles team in 2010. She has been active in dentistry since 2002, as both a dental assistant and a front desk coordinator. Fae makes it a priority to continue her education to keep informed on the latest in dentistry.

Fae is also currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (either in Chemistry or Biology, she is deciding this semester!). When Fae is not assisting at the Studio or studying, she enjoys the local live music scene, fashion, and is an active runner, volleyball player, and softball player.

Raquel Castillo, Registered Dental Assistant

Raqeul is the newest member of the Authentic Smiles team, joining the office in 2011. She has been active in dentistry since 2002, as both a dental assistant and a front desk coordinator.