Explore Patient Care and Dental Services with Ashton Mitchell

Meet Ashton Mitchell

Lead Dental Assistant

From 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

Ashton earned her dental assisting certification in 2021, following her graduation from high school in 2020. She holds:

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License
Nitrous Oxide Monitoring Certificate
CPR Certification
OSHA Certification
American Academy of Cosmetic Aesthetics (AACA) Certification

Her credentials support her hands-on leadership in both general dentistry and orthodontics.

Areas of Expertise

Ashton’s clinical and leadership strengths include:

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

She is at her best when creating calm from chaos—especially during fast-paced patient care days.

Leadership Philosophy: Lead with Trust, Serve with Joy

Ashton’s approach to leadership is rooted in connection. She believes the foundation of a great patient experience is trust, and she models that belief by showing up consistently, listening deeply, and guiding her team with clarity. She encourages her assistants to see the human side of care and helps them grow into confident professionals who take pride in every procedure.

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.

Beyond the Operatory

Outside of work, Ashton is a committed soprano on her church’s praise team and actively involved in children’s ministry. She loves spending time with her husband and their two cats, and is passionate about serving both her patients and her community with joy and presence.