Lavoyger E. Gies, DDS
Dr. Gies was born and raised in San Antonio. He obtained his undergraduate degree from Texas Tech University and then attended the University of Texas Health Science Center for his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years and also the current President of the San Antonio District Dental Society. He stays current with the latest trends, procedures, and technology by regularly attending Continuing Education classes and industry events in order to provide the finest oral care for his patients. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, San Antonio District Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentists. Outside of work, you’ll find Dr. Gies running races, cheering on the Dallas Cowboys, grilling BBQ for his three kids and enjoying a glass of wine with his wife.
Meet The Staff
MarthaLily aka Lily
Registered Dental Hygienist
Originally from California she moved to Texas to pursue a career in the dental field after serving in the United States Navy. She started as a Dental assistant then continued her education for dental hygiene graduating in 2017. When not in the office she spends her time with her husband and two daughters at the beach or working out with her best friend.
Tiffanie Pearson
Dental Assistant
Tiffanie was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas. (Wreck ‘em!) She has been a Dental Assistant since 2012 and a wonderful addition to the Gies Family Dental team. Outside of work, Tiffanie enjoys spending time with family and friends, floating the river and working out.
Heather
Registered Dental Hygienist
Heather was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, and moved to San Antonio in 2019 after graduating from dental hygiene school. She lives here with her husband, who’s an Air Force officer, and their two cats. She likes museums, trying new recipes, and boating. Her favorite museums are the National Museum of the United States Air Force in Dayton, and the Mütter Museum in Philadelphia.
Jessica Ojeda
Registered Dental Assistant
I was born and raised here in San Antonio, Texas. I have been a dental assistant since 2005. I am a mother of three amazing kiddos and have been happily married to my husband for six years. I love running, working out, and spending as much time as I can with my family. I am a huge fan of the San Antonio Spurs (Go Spurs Go!) and Texas Longhorns (Hook ‘em Horns)
Michaela Quesada
Registered Dental Assistant
Michaela was born in Key West, Florida and raised in central Florida. She has been in San Antonio since 2012 and graduated with her RDA in 2014. She is a mom to three beautiful boys. In her spare time she enjoys tending to her plants and taking care of her goats.
We’re from here!
Dr. Gies is a San Antonio native and studied dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center. He wouldn’t dream of practicing anywhere else. This is home. With over twenty years experience, Dr. Gies has had the honor of treating generations of family members and strives to make the Alamo City brighter one smile at a time.