Melissa Giddens
My name is Melissa Giddens. I've been a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) for 8 years. I have experience assisting in general dentistry, endodontics, and oral surgery procedures. I currently work in an oral maxillofacial surgeon office at the Trinity Medical Center and I teach dental assisting with VIP Dental Training Center.
Besides working, I love to shop, spend time with my boyfriend and friends, spend time with family, and most of all work out. I'm a really easy going person but also like to work hard and expect the same from others.
Kim Velarde
My name is Kim Velarde. I've been a Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) for 21 years, and a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) for 6 years. I have worked in both Oral Surgery and General Dentistry. I am currently working for a General/Cosmetic dentist in Carrollton, Texas, and teaching with VIP Dental Training Center. I keep my registration and Certification current by taking approx. 50 hours of continuing education per year. I have a passion for dentistry and truely enjoy sharing this with others.
I have been married for 17 years and I have two wonderful daughters.
Melissa and Kim are our two primary core instructors. Jeannine Lafin, Esther Taylor and Ronda Crawford are also very qualified and experienced instructors that provide assistance for our labs. All instructors are very motivated to ensure maximum hands-on labs.