Meet The Team

At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health. We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs. As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication. Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us.


Dr. Anita Jhangiani

Dr. Anita Jhangiani is a dedicated and skilled dentist, committed to providing high-quality care while enhancing her patients' oral health and overall well-being. A graduate of Baylor College of Dentistry in 2009, Dr. Jhangiani earned her dental degree after completing her undergraduate studies at Houston Baptist University. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Dr. Jhangiani has deep roots in her community and has built a reputation for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Dr. Jhangiani is an active member of several prestigious professional organizations, including the American Dental Association (ADA), the Texas Dental Association (TDA), the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and the Academy of Clear Aligners. Additionally, she has undergone extensive training through the Kois Center, a renowned institute for advanced dental education, which further enhances her expertise in complex cases and cutting-edge treatments.

Her passion for dentistry is fueled by a desire to help people and solve problems. She thrives in a profession that allows her to blend her scientific knowledge, artistic skills, and dedication to healthcare. With a commitment to staying at the forefront of the field, Dr. Jhangiani has completed over 600 Continuing Education (CE) credits in the past three years, ensuring that she remains knowledgeable about the latest advancements in dental technologies and practices.

Outside of the office, Dr. Jhangiani enjoys exploring new restaurants, traveling to different countries, and maintaining an active lifestyle through boot camp fitness and outdoor cycling. She values quality time spent with her family and friends, and she is always eager to try new culinary experiences.

Dr. Jhangiani's ongoing pursuit of excellence in both her professional and personal life makes her a trusted provider of dental care and a beloved member of her community.


Dr. Scott Benoit

Dr. Scott Benoit is a native Houstonian who grew up in Clear Lake. He graduated from St. Edwards University in Austin TX and attended University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery, he obtained a certificate in advanced Education in General Dentistry in 2006.

He has practiced general dentistry in Houston his entire career. Dr. Benoit worked as an associate dentist for Dr. Bill Boyd in 2007 and is delighted to continue practicing at the same office with Dr. Anita Jhangiani, which is now Cedar House Family Dentistry. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Jeannine, and doing outdoor activities like fishing and gardening.


Sheila Stall

Office Manager

Sheila is a register dental assistant and our superwoman office manager. She was born and raised in Houston and received her license from the University of Texas Dental Assisting program. She has been in the dental field for more than 40 years, starting in her junior year in high school in the ICT coop program. She enjoys the dental field, it has kept her interest over the years with the many different procedures and specialties she has learned. But what she loves most is all of the doctors she has worked with and the most special patients and friends she’s made along the way. In her personal life, Sheila and her very talented husband Kenneth were married in 1986. They have two daughters and eight grandchildren. She enjoys spending time with her grandkids, going to their lake house, dancing to country music, classic TV shows, cooking and gardening. And if you can’t find her dancing, at Willie’s Ice House or Chuy’s, you’ll probably find her cheering on her favorite Texas teams-the Astros and the Texas Longhorns! She makes our office run so smoothly and she is a jack of all trades that helps all of us! Favorite Dental Joke: What did Santa Claus call the tooth fairy? “The Molinator”


Jackie Zapata

Jackie is the first person you see when you walk into our office! She has over 15 years of experience in the dental field as a patient care coordinator and dental assistant. She was born and raised in Houston and got her dental assisting license from the Texas School of Business Dental Assisting Program. She enjoys her profession because she gets to meet new people and help them feel confident about their smile and enjoy life. She has been married to her husband, Eddie, for 16 years and has two children, Angel and Sofia. She loves to watch the Astros and enjoys new projects and home renovations. Although she does hope to win the lottery one day, we’re happy to have her working here with us and taking such great care of our patients!

Favorite Dental Joke: What do you call a bear with no teeth? “A Gummy Bear”


Robin Carney

Hygienist

Robin is a registered dental hygienist with over 25 years of experience. She was born and raised in Houston and attended University of Texas Health Science Center for her dental hygiene license. She loves the dental profession because she gets to meet and help people with their oral hygiene. Outside of work, Robin loves to spend time with her husband, Larry, kids, grandkids and her dog Ellie Mae. She enjoys gardening, sunsets and sunrises, eating at Lupe Tortilla and hopes to one day travel to Australia. She is our “office mom” and we are so appreciative of everything she does to take care of the office and all of us.


Chelsea Levitzki

Hygienist

Chelsea is a registered dental hygienist with 10 years of experience. Originally from East Texas, she graduated from Tyler Junior College in 2013 and went on to finish her bachelors at Texas Woman’s University in 2016 while working in Houston. She loves dental hygiene because she enjoys being someone her patients can trust and she loves to help someone gain confidence in their smile. She has been married to her husband, Justin, since 2018 and they have two dachshunds named Benji and Leia as well as a new cat named Jinx. She enjoys reading, traveling with her husband, and going out to eat Mexican food. She hopes to do more traveling in the future.

Favorite Dental Joke: What do you call a dinosaur with good dental hygiene? “A flossiraptor”


Shelita Ballentine

Hygienist


Angel Blea

Dental Assistant

Angel is a registered dental assistant that started in our office in 2021. She was born and raised in Houston and received her license from Cypress Dental Assisting School. She was introduced to the dental world by an old coworker and discovered she really loved it. She loves always meeting new patients and creating relationships with them and loves that there is always something new to learn. She has been married to her husband, Austin, since 2018 and they have two children together. She also has a close relationship with her parents and two sisters. She enjoys spending time with her family as well as traveling, reading, shopping and swimming. She hopes to one day travel to Greece and also see Massachusetts in the fall with her sisters. She is a great joy to be around and an incredible help in our office!

Favorite Dental Joke: “My dentist said I should try flossing more, so I’ve started taking dance lessons.”


Marie Cianciola

Marie is one of our registered dental assistants. She is originally from the Philippines and actually started as a chef. Once she moved to the United States, she came into our office and worked in the back helping with sterilization and cleaning. After a year of that she was encouraged to pursue assisting. Although she still loves cooking, she loves being a dental assistant as it provides a new experience every day. When she’s not at work, you can find her hanging out with her husband Michael, trying new foods as well as making her own recipes. She is the photographer of our office and always catches us in our best moments.

Favorite Dental Joke: What did the judge say to the dentist? “Do you swear to tell the tooth, the whole tooth and nothing but the tooth?”


Casey McClain

Dental Assistant

Casey has been a registered dental assistant since 2015. Originally from Texas, she chose dental assisting as her career and truly loves what she does. With a passion for smiles, Casey is dedicated to helping boost her patients' confidence and self-esteem as their dental assistant. Outside of work, you’ll likely find her at the gym, enjoying her favorite music, fishing, or having brunch. She cherishes time spent with her husband Lamar and their family, and together, they love supporting the Houston Texans football team. For a special meal, Steak 48 is her go-to restaurant. One of Casey’s dreams is to try skydiving someday.

Favorite Dental Joke: What are dental x-rays called? Tooth-Pics.