Dr. Gilbert is the only accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in Southern New Mexico and the El Paso region of West Texas.
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Dentist in Las Cruces, NM
Meet Our Team! We are proud of all of our wonderful team memebers here at Bright Star Dental. Along with the exceptional care they give, they also maintain the highest level of professionalism with each patient they meet.
Dr. Brian Gilbert, D.D.S.
Professional. Approachable. Skilled. These are the words that describe Dr. Brian Gilbert, a gifted practitioner, instructor, and presenter who has received nationwide recognition for his work and is regarded as a preeminent professional in the fields of Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry.
After graduating Magna Cum Laude from New Mexico State University with a degree in Biology, Dr. Gilbert earned his dental degree from the University of Colorado School of Dentistry, where he was named Valedictorian. He fine-tuned his skills through continuing education courses offered through the prestigious Baylor College of Dentistry Post Graduate Continuum and the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, which is staffed by some of the world’s most highly regarded dental experts.
Dr. Gilbert is the only Accredited Cosmetic Dentist in Las Cruces and the El Paso Region of West Texas, receiving this distinction from the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Gilbert has also been chosen by the Academy as a Consultant and Examiner.
Dr. Brian Gilbert has been a featured lecturer/presenter across North America, including in San Diego, Las Vegas, Chicago, and Vancouver, and has published several articles on cosmetic dentistry techniques. He is currently an instructor with Esthetic Advantage, a post-graduate program for cosmetic dentistry based in Manhattan, and teaches with a team of cosmetic specialists in Palm Beach, Florida. In addition, he has worked for both the Albuquerque Dental Study Group and the Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in Nevada as a clinical instructor.
Dr. Gilbert’s life-changing work has received nationwide attention. He is a recipient of the coveted Grace Ogle Award for Leaders in Organized Dentistry, the American Academy of Periodontology Award for Outstanding Achievement in Periodontics, the Pierre Fauchard Academy Certificate of Merit, and the Alpha Omega Award of Excellence in Scholarship.
In addition to being the only accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry in Southern New Mexico and the El Paso region of West Texas, Dr. Gilbert is a member of a number of reputable professional organizations. These include the American Dental Association, the New Mexico Dental Association, the Southwest District Dental Society, and the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honorary Dental Society.
Dr. Gilbert and the entire Bright Star Team are also active in supporting the city of Las Cruces by means of numerous community service projects throughout the year. Each year in February, Dr. Gilbert and his team host "Dentistry From the Heart"--a day of free dentistry for the entire community. In May, Dr. Gilbert awards the Bright Star Dental Healthcare Scholarship to 4 high-school seniors. Each student receives a $1000 scholarship to continue their studies in college in any field of healthcare. In the summer, Dr. Gilbert and the Bright Star Team hold a fundraiser or food drive for the Gospel Rescue Mission, an organization serving the needy in our area. And, Each November 1st, Dr. Gilbert Hosts the "Halloween Candy Buy Back," an event that pays $1 for each pound of candy a child donates to Operation Gratitude, a program to send care packages to our troops overseas.
To learn more about Dr. Brian Gilbert or any cosmetic dentistry procedures that we offer please contact our dental office in Las Cruces, New Mexico today!
Dr. Gilbert is a prominent cosmetic dentist in Las Cruces. He performs the latest general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry procedures, including tooth whitening, the placement of composite fillings, and tooth redesign with porcelain veneers and crowns. Brian Gilbert, DDS, cares for the residents of the Southern New Mexico and El Paso, Texas region.
Contact our dental practice today at (888) 526-4334.
Marcela Garcia - Dental Assistant
Hobbies/interests: Styling hair, anything that has to do with hair, and cooking, baking, singing, spending time with my family, my daughters especially, they are my everything!
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I enjoy talking and visiting with my patients love to hearing about things that mean the most to them.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
Our team we have a great team we all pull together especially when some of our team members are out..
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
For them to be happy with our office and staff and not feel nervous about having dental work.for them to feel comfortable..
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
That I listened to their every need and answered all their questions.
Katie Montoya, CDA
Certified Dental Assistant/Lead Treatment Coordinator
Hobbies/Interests: Singing, dancing, playing with my son, reading, sewing, baking
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I look forward to seeing the patients I have met and hearing about their lives, they feel like part of the family.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
I love working with a team that is open-minded and flexible. Some of the people I work with are my best friends, so it is nice to see them everyday. We have fun and that is the way a good work environment should be. I also like the complexity and challenge of my job, there are many different skill you need to have to be a dental assistant and I love that I can different skill sets on a daily basis, it keeps things interesting.
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
To be pain-free and 100% happy with their visit to our office.
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
That I listened and was concerned with their health and well-being.
Angela Garcia
Administrative Assistant/Marketing Director
Hobbies/interests:I enjoy spending time with my daughter and traveling.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
Our patients are the best! They always come in with a smile, and are super friendly.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
I enjoy working with the Team at Brightstar. We all work well together and do it with a smile!
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
My one wish for our patients would be that they leave our office feeling like they had the best dental experience ever!
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
I would want them to remember that the team at Bright Star will always work our hardest to exceed their expectations.
Marie Galaz
Dental Hygienist
Hobbies/Interests I love baking and spending time with my husband Brian and our two girls Gwendolyn and Samara
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I feel they are one of kind and I look forward to talking with them every day.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
I love the people I work with because they make my job fun and they feel like a second family to me
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
They would have a perfect appointment every time they come in !
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
I would like them to remember what a great visit they had when I cleaned their teeth and to always brush and floss daily!
Shaunna Schmidt
Administrative Assistant
Hobbies/Interests:
I love spending time with my son and my family, really enjoy camping and being outdoors, I love to watch Football
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I enjoy our patients and I to know that they come to our office with confidence that whatever they come in for it will be taken care of.
Aside from our patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
The Bright Star team and how we can always pull together as one
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
That each and everyone leave with the best experience and leave with the satisfaction that whatever the reason for coming in is resolved.
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
I would want them to remember that I am here for them if they have any questions or concerns, I want them to know that, if I can't help them ,I will do whatever I can to find a solution to their problem; I want them to remember that our office as a whole is here for them.
Lisa Rodriguez
Treatment Coordinator
Hobbies/Interests: I love spending time with my family, especially my grandson, he has brought so much happiness into our lives. Decorating and cooking are things that I enjoy doing as well.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I enjoy our patients, I feel they should be our priority when they come into our office and treated as if they are number one. When patients come in for their appointments they should feel comfortable and leave with the satisfaction that the reason they were here was taken care of.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
Working with great people! All of the team gets along so good, we are all not only co workers we are also friends.
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
My wish for our patients would be that they benefit from their visits here and continue with oral hygiene and if treatment is needed, they would do it before the problems become bigger.
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
I would like them to remember my compassion, the fact that I listened to them because I was really interested in what they had to say and treated them like a person not just a patient.
Tanya Pollorena
Hygiene Coordinator
Hobbies/Interest:Scrapbooking, Coaching soccer and shopping with my family.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I feel proud to know thatin most cases we can take care of them right away. I enjoy my patients.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
-Being apart of a team that works well together
-Beautiful office with my own desk
What is the one thing you would like patient to remember after a visit with you?
I would like for them all to be aware that I'm looking out for their best interest and if they should have questions or concerns, they can call me.
Jenny Castillo
Certified Dental Assistant
Hobbies/interests
I love running , spending time with family, Reading.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I love seeing my patients i like when some come in nervous but then leave feeling so confident and excited to return. I love the after result of patients who get the cosmetic procedues and the confidence they have after!!
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
The staff!!! When I started here you would have thought I have been here forever the way they have all made me feel like family.
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
That they all feel like family when they are here.
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
Me and the staff and how great we were to them so they could go tell all there friends and family.
Jennifer Massey
Administrative Assistant
Hobbies/Interests I enjoy spending time with my children and as a family we are involved with horse and the horse races, we all enjoy going to the horse races every weekend in different cities.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I enjoy all the patients we see at Bright Star Dental, it is a pleasure to met and help such wonderful people in our community.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
We have an awesome staff and a great Dr, we all work very well together it is a pleasure to come to work on a daily basis. For all of our patients to leave with a WOW experience and refer all their friends and family to our office.
What is one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
That they felt complete, that all questions and concerns were answered or addressed and that they felt trust in our office with any procedure they will have done.
Melissa Padilla
Dental Hygienist, RDH- My degree is associates in applied science
Hobbies/interests: Dance, Cooking, Snowboarding, Crochet Travel, Spending time with my husband and family.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
Its nice to see a familiar face with our established patients, its like seeing an old friend. As for our new patients I always love to make new friends.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
Our team is amazing, everyone is always willing to step in and lend a helping hand when needed. Everyone on our team is very knowledgeable about dentistry in all aspects as well as building personal/professional relationships.
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
That everyone could have healthy mouths with great oral hygiene.
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
A friendly warm face that they can trust all of their dental needs and wishes with.
Jaqueline Vasquez
Hygienist assistant
Hobbies:I Love Spending time with mi family, going camping, shopping, and going to the movies.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I feel that all the patients at Bright Star Dental are very pleased with the service they receive every time they come in.
What are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
We are like family; we are willing to give a hand when needed.
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
I would like for the patient to remember me as a very friendly and helpful person.
Teresa Sanchez
Administrative Assistant/Hygiene Coordinator
Hobbies/interests:Reading, Taking walks, Riding on our Harley
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
I Love my patients that I interact with they have been very nice and respectful.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
Our Team, Vacations!
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
That all patients would be able to do all their treatment and not have to worry about finances.
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
My name, and that I was able to answer all their questions to the best of my ability and, if I didn't know the answers to their questions, that I made it a point to find the answers for them.
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Angela Sanchez- 
Dental Hygienist
Hobbies/Interests: I love baking and cooking, running, working out, and spending time with my family and my dog.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
Our patients here at Bright Star Dental are wonderful! The best of the best!
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
Our team is great! Everyone is always willing to step in and help when needed. We are like a little family!
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
That each patient leave with the best experience and leaves with great satisfaction.
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
A warm happy smile that they can trust with all their dental needs.
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Pamela Ontiveros- Administrative Assistant
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with my kids, shopping, reading, listening to music.
How do you feel about the patients you see at Bright Star Dental?
That they are all special and each one of them matters.
Aside from our great patients, what are the best things about working at Bright Star Dental?
Working with such a great staff!
If you could make one wish for our patients, what would it be?
That they all could have the smile of their dreams
What is the one thing you would like a patient to remember after a visit with you?
That I was friendly and did my best to make them feel like one in a million.