9212 Fry Rd #120 Cypress, TX 77433

Meet Ashton Mitchell
Lead Dental AssistantFrom Childhood Inspiration to Clinical Leadership
For Ashton Mitchell, dentistry has always felt like home. Inspired by stories from her mother—a former dental assistant herself—Ashton pursued dental assisting straight out of high school and hasn’t looked back since. Today, she brings that same excitement and purpose to Smile Avenue Family Dentistry, where she leads the back-office clinical team with warmth, confidence, and a deep sense of service.
As Lead Dental Assistant, Ashton doesn't just guide workflows—she leads through connection. Every day, she helps patients and teammates feel at ease through education, kindness, and strong clinical follow-through.
Education & Certifications
- Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License
- Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certificate
- CPR Certification
- OSHA Certification
- American Academy of Cosmetic Aesthetics (AACA) Certification
Areas of Expertise
- Back office systems and operatory flow
- Training and onboarding new assistants
- Patient communication and case confidence
- Ortho support: Invisalign and traditional braces
- Leading sedation and multi-doctor support protocols
Leadership Philosophy: Lead with Trust, Serve with Joy
Culture Index – Socializer: Energy, Empathy, and Patient Connection in Action
Ashton’s Culture Index profile as a Socializer reflects her natural ability to uplift others while staying grounded in purpose. She thrives in environments where people come first and where connection fuels outcomes. Her enthusiasm and emotional intuition make her a calming presence for anxious patients, while her adaptability allows her to navigate busy schedules, changing clinical priorities, and real-time team needs without losing momentum.
She brings structure to the back office by creating rhythms her team can rely on—and then adds the human touch that makes patients feel like they’re not just being treated, but cared for. Ashton is expressive, honest, and responsive, and she uses those traits to bridge the gap between high-performance dentistry and high-trust relationships. Her ability to shift gears, read the room, and guide with optimism is what makes her such a key leader at Smile Avenue Family Dentistry.

