About Us

Dr. Marty Montgomery comes from a family where all the children were drawn to dental careers early in life. His brother operates a dental practice in Tennessee, and his sister is a dental hygienist in Texas. Graduating with an undergraduate degree from Baylor University, in Waco, Marty attended Tufts Dental School in Boston. He completed his residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, specializing in pediatrics. When not perfecting smiles, Marty is an active outdoor sports enthusiast and can often be found running, wake-boarding or skiing. But his favorite sport is indulging in family time with his wife and partner, Rachel, and their two boys. He has a heart for dental mission work and treated patients in Nicaragua in 2008, offering dental care needs to the people in that region that never would have received any due to the extreme shortage of dental providers throughout the country. Marty is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), American Dental Association (ADA), and Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (TAPD). Fun Fact: Marty can wiggle his ears — with no hands!

Dr. Rachel Montgomery graduated from Baylor University in Waco, followed up by attending The University of Texas Dental School in Houston. Her residency was spent at the Boston University School of Dental Medicine, with a specialty in pediatrics. Also coming from a ‘dental home,’ her father practices dentistry in Plano, one sister is a hygienist, another sister is pursuing her dental degree at The University of Texas dental branch at Houston, and her third sister is planning on attending dental hygiene school in the future. When away from the practice she loves so much, Rachel can most likely be found spending time with Marty and their two precious little boys, taking in the latest romantic comedy or walking their beloved Rhodesian Ridgeback, Harley. She also loves being in the company of her nieces and nephews, as well as unwinding in the splendor of her family’s ranch in South Fork, CO. She is a Diplomate and member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), a member of the American Dental Association (ADA) and a member of the Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (TAPD). She speaks fluent Spanish. Rachel considers it a joy working with children and getting to know them and their families. Fun Fact: Dr. Rachel can draw superheros and princesses on teeth.

Dr. Craig Taylor is one of very few people who have completed two residencies in the dental field. He attended dental school at Temple University from 2004-2008; after which, he stayed in Philadelphia for another two years to complete a Pediatric Dental Residency in 2010. Dr. Marty and Dr. Craig met during this time in Philly and had the same ambitions to work together. Not too far into the future, and after Dr. Craig worked as an associate for a pediatric practice in Waco, TX, he joined Dr. Marty and Dr. Rachel to expand Lone Star Pediatric Dental and Braces (LSPD). It was evident to Dr. Craig that orthodontics was going to be a big part of LSPD and he had a strong desire to go back to school and get the training that he needed to expand that vision for the practice. Finally, after three years of orthodontic training in Las Vegas, NV at Roseman University, he is dual certified to work pediatrics and orthodontics. Dr. Craig grew up in Mesa, AZ and met his wife, Allison, there. They were married in 2000 and have three children, one boy and two girls… and a dog named Pippa. Dr. Craig enjoys road biking and is anxious to ride the roads in Austin again. In his spare time, he spends time with his family and serves in his church. Fun fact: Dr. Craig is learning to play the acoustic guitar and will some day be able to play songs for his patients.

Dr. Eduardo Rappaccioli is a Pediatric Dental Specialist coming from Nicaragua. After earning his undergraduate degree in Managua, Nicaragua in 2015, he went on to complete an advanced two-year specialty program in pediatric dentistry in Loma Linda California. Dr. Rappaccioli practiced pediatric dentistry in California with patients and as Faculty before relocating to Austin in 2019 to provide dental care.

Dr. Rappaccioli is steadfast in staying up-to-date on latest dental techniques and patient comfort. His goal is to assist kids of all ages feel comfortable in his care.

Dr. Rappaccioli enjoys spending his free time exercising, traveling, and anything outdoors.

Dr. Valerie Fong grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area in California where she received her Bachelor of Science degree and D.D.S. from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 2008. She then went on to complete an additional Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency program in Boston through Lutheran Medical Center. Over the next few years as a general dentist, she realized she wanted to pursue her career in pediatrics and completed her pediatric dental residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. She is a board certified member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and stays up-to-date with continuing education annually. She feels the most rewarding part of her job is helping children of all ages and needs have a positive experience visiting the dentist. Dr. Valerie loves to spend her free time with her two beagle mix dogs outdoors, reading, cooking, and trying new restaurants. Fun Fact: Dr. Valerie was a Girl Scout from Daisy to Senior when she was growing up. Her favorite cookie is still the Samoa!

A Bama girl at heart, Dr. Reesie is a dentist with a huge heart for kiddos! After earning her Pre-Health Degree in Biology from Alabama State University, she then graduated Dental School from the University of Tennessee – Health Science Center in 2010. On the S.E.C. trail, Dr. Reesie then migrated to Arkansas where she developed a niche in providing fun-filled dental care to children. During her seven years in Arkansas, Dr. Reesie found a love of community service by hosting yearly events resulting in family oriented fun. She was involved in health fairs and several speaking engagements where she addresses dental awareness to children and adolescents. Dr. Reesie currently serves as a member of the Christus Health Ark-La-Tex Hospital Board. Fun Fact: In high school, Dr. Reesie was a decorated member of the Childersburg High School Tiger Marching Band and concert band. She was also a Universal Cheerleading Association all-star honored cheerleader. She performed in the half-time shows with the marching band in her cheerleading uniform!

Dr. Elizabeth grew up in San Antonio with a love for her family and her home state of Texas. She went on to become an Aggie graduating from Texas A&M University, followed by her dental education at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston. Always knowing she had a passion for kids and the energy they bring, she continued her dental journey with a residency in pediatric dentistry at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Elizabeth enjoys being out in the sunshine walking hiking trails or spending time with family and friends, but she’s also happy to be home solving puzzles of any kind or competing against her husband with a new board game. Her favorite snacks are pretzels and grapes, and she always drinks water after snacking to rinse off those pesky sugar bugs! She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and the American Dental Association (ADA). Fun fact: Dr. Elizabeth already knows the words to all of your favorite Disney songs! Try to stump her!

Dr. Chang is a board-certified pediatric dentist. She received her DMD degree from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine in2013. Upon graduation, she joined the Health Promotion Board in Singapore to gain additional experience working with children in underserved and multicultural populations, and then returned to the US for her advanced training through the UTHSC Houston Pediatric Dentistry Program. Dr. Chang was also an assistant professor at Texas Children’s Hospital.

Outside of work, Dr. Chang enjoys spending time with her husband, baby boy, and fur baby outdoors and staying active. Dr. Chang looks forward to meeting you and your young ones!

Dr. Traci has been practicing dentistry for more than 20 years, and has had the opportunity to care for a variety of pediatric patients, their families, and even staff members. She has experience working with children of all ages and various mental and emotional ages. In her free time, Dr. Traci volunteers with her church and the Saint Louise House, an organization dedicated to helping those experiencing homelessness, and has even participated in a dentistry mission trip to Guatemala. Dr. Traci has 5 children and 2 beagles and they love to travel and spend time at the lake. She also enjoys the great outdoors through activities such as skiing and running marathons, of which she has already completed 4!

Dr. Sally always enjoyed visiting the dentist, as her childhood dentist was caring, patient, and humorous. When she found out that not everyone had that experience with their dentists, she decided to become a pediatric dentist herself and bring that experience to all her patients! Dr. Sally and her husband, Daniel, enjoy cooking, trying new restaurants, and playing tennis. She has also been sponsoring children in Ethiopia through World Vision since 2010 and has volunteered as a dentist for King County Clinic. In her free time, she likes to watch Mukbangs on YouTube, research real estate on Zillow, and play MapleStory, where her character is rated 1^st in North America!

Dr. Virtue became a pediatric dentist because she has always wanted to play a pivotal role in preserving and restoring the oral health of children. She enjoys providing a calm environment for her patients to help alleviate any of their dental anxiety. Dr. Virtue is deeply passionate about missions, regularly volunteering with organizations such as Mission of Mercy, TeamSmile, and Give Kids A Smile (GKAS). Dr. Virtue enjoys hiking, kayaking, watching movies and live theatre, and volunteering at her local church. Her ideal vacation destination is any place where she can enjoy relaxing in the sun, preferably set against the soothing ambiance of a tropical beach nearby.

Dr. Kim became a dentist because he loves helping children smile and working with his hands to provide excellent dental care. He takes pride in being able to help his patients get out of pain and achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. His goal is for all of his patients to have positive dental experiences and have fun coming to the dentist. Dr. Kim and his wife, Clara, have a small, white Maltese named Winter. In their free time, they enjoy traveling, exploring new restaurants, watching TV shows, and taking Winter out on long walks. Dr. Kim also enjoys going to the gym, listening to music and podcasts, and hanging out with family and friends.

Dr. Allie became interested in dentistry as a child because she always had a positive experience at her pediatric dentist’s office. She enjoys getting to know her patients, and putting a smile on their face. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, attending music festivals, trying new restaurants, spending time with family and friends, hiking, and playing tennis. She especially enjoys skiing and takes an international skiing trip each year with her family!

Dr. Katya loves being a pediatric dentist because she gets to work with spontaneous, imaginative kids every day. It must run in the family – her older sister is a pediatric dentist too! When she’s not in the office, Dr. Katya enjoys exercising, cooking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family, especially her husband of more than 20 years and their two boys.

Dr. Tony became a pediatric dentist so that he could help children have healthier smiles. During his internship at the Lancaster Cleft and Palate Clinic, he was inspired by the experience of working with different specialists to improve the quality of life of children who required extensive dental treatment. In his free time, Dr. Tony enjoys baking desserts and sharing them with his colleagues at work. He also enjoys traveling and photographing the beautiful moments he witnesses during all of his exciting adventures!

Dr. Zin is a board certified pediatric dentist who has a passion for building personal relationships with her patients. She finds joy in working with children who are all unique, engaging, and keep her day exciting. Dr. Zin also spent time serving as a general dentist with the U.S. Army, completing her Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Fort Benning, GA, before being stationed in Fort Myer, VA. In her free time, Dr. Zin enjoys exploring new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with her husband. She is a big Disney fan and loves going to Disneyland!

Dr. Craig Taylor is one of very few people who have completed two residencies in the dental field. He attended dental school at Temple University from 2004-2008; after which, he stayed in Philadelphia for another two years to complete a Pediatric Dental Residency in 2010. Dr. Marty and Dr. Craig met during this time in Philly and had the same ambitions to work together. Not too far into the future, and after Dr. Craig worked as an associate for a pediatric practice in Waco, TX, he joined Dr. Marty and Dr. Rachel to expand Lone Star Pediatric Dental and Braces (LSPD). It was evident to Dr. Craig that orthodontics was going to be a big part of LSPD and he had a strong desire to go back to school and get the training that he needed to expand that vision for the practice. Finally, after three years of orthodontic training in Las Vegas, NV at Roseman University, he is dual certified to work pediatrics and orthodontics. Dr. Craig grew up in Mesa, AZ and met his wife, Allison, there. They were married in 2000 and have three children, one boy and two girls… and a dog named Pippa. Dr. Craig enjoys road biking and is anxious to ride the roads in Austin again. In his spare time, he spends time with his family and serves in his church. Fun fact: Dr. Craig is learning to play the acoustic guitar and will some day be able to play songs for his patients.

Dr. Ashley Hill has had a love for orthodontics since her first visit to the orthodontist at the age of six. Dr. Hill was born in Mountain View, California but grew up as an “Army brat” and spent most of her childhood moving from state to state. Dr. Hill studied Chemistry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She then attended the UNC School of Dentistry where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery with Honors and was inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society. Dr. Hill remained at UNC Chapel Hill where she received her Master of Science and certificate in orthodontics. Dr. Hill moved to Texas to be closer to her family in San Antonio and is excited to now call Austin home. In her spare time, Dr. Hill enjoys spending time with her family, running, traveling and reading. Fun Fact: Dr. Hill ran track while in college.

Dr. Clayton Warder was born and raised in the suburbs of Atlanta and graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in biochemistry and molecular biology. He then moved to the Northeast in 2012 to pursue his training in dentistry and orthodontics. He strives to be a clinician that listens closely to the patient’s concerns and is dedicated to providing each patient with their best possible smile in a comfortable and fun atmosphere. His passion for developing new skills keeps him up to date on the newest techniques and technologies in his field.

Dr. Warder also strives to learn new skills away from the office, such as riding a unicycle, and juggling. He continues to enjoy snowboarding, hiking, and tennis – and is always on the lookout for new experiences. During his time at Columbia University, he biked thousands of miles through the streets of NYC to explore everything the city has to offer. He is now thrilled to call Texas his home, and won’t be slowing down anytime soon.

Dr. Jacob Keller was born and raised in Texas. Having grown up in Houston, he earned his bachelor of science in Biology at Texas A&M University in College Station and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas. He also had the chance to experience life in Lincoln, Nebraska where he received his orthodontic certificate and Masters in Oral Biology. Dr. Jacob is super excited to be back in Texas and in Central Texas where his family now resides! He and his wife are avid hikers and go camping quite regularly. They are always sure to bring their giant Great Dane, Luna, who loves scouting the trail for them. When he is not out hiking, you’ll often find him in the kitchen fixing up something delicious to eat. As a reformed “picky-eater” he now loves experimenting with new combinations of flavors and trying fun new recipes. Along with cooking, he is also quite passionate about gardening. His love for plants eventually led him into the world of bonsai, and he’s been working on creating miniature trees ever since.

Dr. Lima became an orthodontist because he experienced many dental complications as a child and he pledged to help other people who need orthodontic treatment. He enjoys being able to have a long-term impact in his patients’ lives. Dr. Lima and his wife Andrea, who is a pediatric dentist, have a son named Christian and a dog named Bella. In his free time, Dr. Lima enjoys outdoor activities, watching movies, and working out. He is a black belt in Judo, and being from Brazil means he loves soccer but enjoys American football and baseball as well!

Dr. Ke became an orthodontist because of the way it combines artistic talent with a mechanical mindset to help guide effective treatment for patients. She enjoys sharing  treatment progress with patients and parents and seeing her patients become more and more confident with their smile. Dr. Ke and her husband, an electronics engineer, were high school sweethearts and have known each other since they were 15. Dr. Ke enjoys cooking, watching TV shows, listening to podcasts, and traveling. A fun fact: Dr. Ke can do Katy Perry’s “doll eye” trick, so ask her to show you when you see her!