AboutRivers Family Dentistry
Rivers Family Dentistry is a Bryan based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, veneers and more.
We also perform emergency dentist services that include bonding, root canals, crowns, and bridges. As a local dentist, we create lifelong relationships with our patients and their families and work to ensure that they receive treatments in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Dr. Rivers and our team invite you to schedule an appointment by calling 979-710-2216 and experience why our patients think Rivers Family Dentistry is the best dentist in Bryan.
General Dentist/Owner
Dr. Kristina Rivers
Dr. Rivers is a native of Arlington, TX, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2004. Following graduation, she moved to Dallas and completed her Doctorate in Dental Surgery at Texas A&M Baylor College of Dentistry in 2008.
Dr. Rivers enjoys being outdoors and traveling. Her husband is a Scientist at Texas A&M, and they live in Bryan together with their two young children and their pup, Ellie.
Associate Dentist
Dr. Mary Ta
Dr. Ta is originally from Houston, TX, and received her DMD at Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She is a patient-focused dentist with several years of experience providing comprehensive and personalized dental care for patients of all ages. We are very excited to have her join our team!
Ana Vargas
Front Office Coordinator
Ana was born in McAllen and moved to Bryan at the age of 3. Her first job was in the dental field and 18 years later, it still ignites her passion to care for patients. She has 4 active boys that keep her busy with sports. Ana also enjoys working out, trying new restaurants, spending time with family, and making people smile.
Makenzie Brown
Front Office Coordinator
Makenzie was born and raised in Huntsville, TX, and has been in the dental field for five years. The best part of her job is helping each patient smile and seeing them reach their goals. When she is not at work, she enjoys being surrounded by family and friends and traveling.
Kumiko Loehr
Dental Hygienist
Kumi was born and raised in Okinawa, Japan. She received her Associate of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene from Southern University of Shreveport, Louisiana. She loves meeting new people and is passionate about making her patients as comfortable as possible while educating them on the ways they can improve their oral health. Kumi enjoys exploring new places with her husband and two girls.
Jessica Spears
Operations Manager/Dental Assistant
Jessica grew up in Elgin, Texas and received her Registered Dental Assistant license in March 2018. She married into the Aggie family in 2019 (Whoop!). Jessica says that the best part of her job is seeing a smile on a patient's face and knowing she helped put it there.
Angela Snell
Dental Assistant
Angela was born and raised in Chicago, moved to Texas at age 15, and has over 12 years of experience as a dental assistant. Shortly after arriving in Texas, she met her high school sweetheart, and they were married in 2017. Angela is bilingual, and when not working, she loves to travel with her husband, spend time with her family and dogs Rizzo & Chai, garden, and bake.
Astrid Morales
Dental Assistant
Astrid was born and raised in Bryan, Texas, is bilingual, and has been a Registered Dental Assistant since 2015. She really enjoys helping people regain their smile and confidence. She is happily married with two children and two stepchildren, who she loves and spends most of her time with.
Gabrielle Lilly
Dental Assistant
Gabrielle was born and raised in Brownwood, TX, she moved to Caldwell, TX in 2019 with her husband, and she has one son who is full of energy and adventure. She has been a Dental Assistant for 2 years and enjoys changing the perspective of going to the Dentist. When she is not working, books, painting, making memories with her husband and son, and family time is what she appreciates most.
Chasidy Holsinger
Dental Assistant
Chasidy was born and raised in Magnolia, Texas, and moved to Bryan 2 years ago. She is very excited to learn and grow in her new career as a Dental Assistant. She is also a busy mom with 3 active kids, and when not working, she enjoys the outdoors and making memories with her kids and family.