Meet the Team
Doctor
Dr. Jay Lindsay, DDS
Dr. Lindsay joined the Fredericksburg Dentistry family in 2008. He received a BS in Chemical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin and an MS in Chemical Engineering from California Institute of Technology. He then attended the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, where he earned his DDS degree. Dr. Lindsay graduated as valedictorian of his class and received awards in clinical dentistry, general dentistry, esthetic dentistry, endodontics, oral pathology, and implantology. Dr. Lindsay received additional training at the Dental Emergency Clinic at the University of Texas Health Science Center. In addition, he has over 500 hours of continuing education in the field of dental implants. Dr. Lindsay holds membership with the following dental organizations: American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Heart of Texas District Dental Society, American Academy of Facial Esthetics, Alpha Omega International Dental Fraternity, and Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity. Dr. Lindsay and his wife, Amy, have been married over 25 years and have two grown children. They enjoy traveling, CrossFit, scuba diving, skiing, obstacle course racing, cheering on the Texas Longhorns and spending time with their children and family.
Doctor
Dr. Gretchen Lochte Smith, DDS
Dr. Getchen Lochte Smith was born and raised in Fredericksburg. She was very grateful to have joined the practice that she grew up going to and blessed to work alongside a mentor, Dr. Lindsay, who initially inspired her passion to pursue dentistry. Dr. Smith received a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and minor in Chemistry and Biology from Texas Tech University. She continued her education at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery. Upon graduation, she received an excellence award in the area of Service & Leadership. Dr. Smith regularly attends continuing education courses in order to stay up to date with the latest technological and scientific advancements. Dr. Smith's professional memberships include the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association and the Heart of Texas District Dental Society. Dr. Smith and her husband Trent married in 2021 and have two beautiful daughters. They enjoy hunting and spending time with family. Outside the office, Dr. Smith and family enjoy outdoor activities and giving back to the community.
Doctor
Dr. Clark Mannas, DDS
Dr. Clark Mannas was born and raised in Lake Travis, Texas. His family has owned a ranch in Loyal Valley for many years, which drew him to Fredericksburg. He thanks the Lord for his achievements thus far and the opportunity to move back to the Hill Country. Dr. Mannas received a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas A&M University. He then continued his education at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. In June of 2024, Dr. Mannas completed his Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency at Texas A&M, earning a trifecta of Aggie degrees. Dr. Mannas’s professional memberships include the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association. Dr. Mannas and his wife, Caraline, married in April 2024 and have a German Sheperd and a new puppy they “just fell in love with at first sight.” In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, ranching and spending time with friends and family.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Sandra Striegler
Sandra is a Gillespie County native that has been with our practice since 1979. "Dentistry has changed a tremendous amount in the last 40 years and I'm proud to be part of an office that keeps up with all of the latest technology. We all enjoy giving our patients caring, personal, quality dental care." She and her husband Kenny have 2 kids, Scott and Katy and four grandkids. Scott and Emily live in San Antonio with Skyler and Grayson. Katy and Matthew live in Fredericksburg with Kamdyn and Kollyns. Sandra loves being with her grandkids. She enjoys gardening and is an active volunteer at the Good Samaritan Center Dental clinic.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Melissa Kothmann
Melissa has been on the Fredericksburg Dentistry team since 2009. She worked almost ten years as a dental assistant before pursuing her goal of being a dental hygienist. Graduating with highest honors from the Tarrant County College Dental Hygiene program in 2008, Melissa strives to provide the highest quality in dental hygiene care. Her pride and joy are her children Kambree and Kanyon. Melissa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, the outdoors, and the adventures of being "Moto Mom" to her son.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Casie Staudt-Kiehne
Casie is a 2005 graduate of the dental hygiene program at Amarillo College where she was active as class president for 2 years. She and her husband, Kyle, were born and raised in Fredericksburg. They returned home in 2014 with their daughters, Kenley and Peyton. Casie is active at her childrens schools and extracurricular activities. Casie enjoys reading, bay fishing, and spending time with her family. Casie joined Fredericksburg Dentistry in March 2014 and her goal is for a lifetime of dental health, getting to know her patients and happy smiles for all.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Brady Hill
Brady, yes like Brady, TX, Tom Brady or the Brady Bunch. She is a South Texas native born and raised in Jourdanton, TX. Brady and her husband, Travis married in 2015. They always dreamt of living in Fredericksburg, and in 2018 they finally made the move. She can be very bubbly, but she does also have a shy side. Brady believes she is an introvert and she loves to connect with patients one-on-one. Brady graduated hygiene school in 2018 at Coastal Bend College in Beeville, TX. She loves new research and the latest technology that improves the field of dentistry. In her spare time, her husband and her enjoy hunting, fishing, breweries, and spending quality time with their boxer, Hemi.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jennifer Winkler
Jennifer is a Texas native who lives in Johnson City and works at our Johnson City location. She was born and raised in Austin, Texas and graduated with scholastic excellence from Austin Community College’s dental hygiene program where she was the president of the Student Chapter of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association for 2 years. Following graduation, Jennifer was asked to volunteer her time as a board member on ACC’s Dental Hygiene Program Advisory Committee for two years. Jennifer loves getting to know her patients and helping them to feel comfortable and at ease while getting their teeth cleaned. She has a passion for overall general health and well-being. Outside of the office, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her husband, Richard, and their son, Hunter, spoiling their pups and cows, traveling, reading, being active in nature and lots of baseball!
Registered Dental Assistant
Yesenia Villa
Yessi was born in Piedras Negras Coahuila Mexico. She met her husband, Edgar, and married in 2007. They have two beautiful children, Santy and Valentina. They moved to Fredericksburg in 2014 and Yessi has been with the Fredericksburg Dentistry family since May 2015. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, CrossFit, watching soccer and taking clothing and supplies back to her native Mexico for families in need. Yessi lights our office up with her wonderful smile and incredibly funny personality. She makes patients feel very comfortable and at home and seeing patients happy gives her happiness.
Registered Dental Assistant
Cindy Schmidtzinsky
Cindy is a Fredericksburg native. She got her start working for Dr. Schmidt the summer of 1994, and continued her career in San Marcos from 1995 until rejoining the Fredericksburg Dentistry family in October of 2016, coming full circle. Her goal is to treat people like family and give patients the best dental experience possible. Cindy enjoys hunting, fishing, traveling and helping on the farm and ranch as well as spending quality time with her nieces and nephews.
Registered Dental Assistant
Courtney Martinez
Courtney joined our dental family as a registered dental assistant in April 2019. She is from Corpus Christi, but moved to Mason and graduated from Mason High School in 2017. She loves her team and enjoys working with everyone. She especially enjoys working with children and has a special gift to make them feel comfortable in a dental chair. She loves painting, being outdoors and spending quality time with her husband Jay and their two beautiful children.
Registered Dental Assistant
Ashley Hudson
Ashley is a Johnson City native. She graduated from LBJ High School and studied at Central Texas College. She joined the Fredericksburg & Johnson City Dentistry team after completing her RDA in January 2022. She married her high school sweetheart, Haddon in 2021. They welcomed a precious baby boy in 2023 and she never knew she could love someone so much as she loves her son. In her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with family. She has a passion to make her patients smile just a little brighter each day.
Registered Dental Assistant
Yarisbeldy Zarazua
Yarisbeldy graduated Fredericksburg High School in 2022. She joined our dental family in January 2024. Yari sets high goals for herself and loves being in the dental industry where she is given the opportunity to help and take care of others. She feels blessed to be part of this team. Yari is engaged to her fiancé, Orlando and they have a sweet baby girl born in September 2024. She always has an optimistic and smiling demeanor and makes our dental family day brighter every day.
Registered Dental Assistant
Valeria Ramirez
Valeria joined Fredericksburg Dentistry as a graduate straight out of Fredericksburg High School in 2024. She is working towards a degree in pre-med, but in the meantime enjoys learning all about the dental field while working around her amazing team. In Valeria’s free time, she enjoys hanging out with her boyfriend of 4 years, her family and her dogs, chickens & turtle. She also loves children, baking & cooking with her mom and was active in Interact Club, Student Council & the president of HOSA while attending FHS.
Front Office
Debbie Mund
Debbie has been in the dental field since 2001 and joined Fredericksburg Dentistry as an assistant in 2008. In the Fall of 2012, she moved to the front office. Debbie and her husband Mark have been married for over 30 years and have four grown children. She enjoys trips to the beach and lake, fishing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Front Office
Christie Mohr
Christie joined dental family in 2017. She works as an Administrative Assistant and helping with patient flow. She enjoys working around people she has grown up with and loves to see patients smile. She is a native of Fredericksburg and graduated from Fredericksburg High School. In 2002, she married her best friend and rock, Greg and has 2 sons. She and her family are very involved in 4H and FFA, showing steers, baseball, football, track and field. Christie enjoys hanging out with her family and friends and especially being with her boys and watching their extra activities!
Front Office
Fernanda Romero
Fernanda was born in Mexico City. She met her husband, Giovanni in high school, and married in 2014. They have two handsome boys, Ayden, and Mateo. They moved to Fredericksburg in 2019. Fernanda has been with the Fredericksburg Dentistry family since March 2021. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, watching TV, cooking, and reading. She loves greeting patients with a smile and making them feel comfortable walking through the door. Fernanda and her husband, Gio have 2 incredibly sweet boys that keep them energized daily. She loves to be around family and spends most of her free time reading and thinking of pranks to play on her mom.
Front Office
Dana Fambro
Dana is a native of Johnson City. She started working in the dental field in 2022 after leaving her Emergency Room career of 24 years. She enjoys helping patients keep a smile on their face when checking in or checking out. In 2021, Dana married the love of her life Alton, her rock and best friend. Side by side they can conquer the world. She is a Fur Mama to Astro and Daisy. She treasures spending quality time with her husband, parents, brother and niece. She likes to have fun times with her friends. She is a very proud aunt and loves watching her niece play volleyball. Dana enjoys working side by side with her husband on their ranch. When she has time off, she enjoys hunting and fishing and sitting on their front porch enjoying nature.