Meet the Staff at Barron Family Dental Office in Thornton, CO
Andra Macy
Dental Hygienist
Andra Macy is a skillful dental hygienist at Barron Family Dental. She is known for gentle touch and attention to detail. She loves the role she plays in improving periodontal health and the relationships she forms with her patients along the way. Andra is a graduate of Wichita State University, Go Shockers!! The pull of the beautiful Rock Mountains drew her to Colorado and is where she feels at home. On the weekends she enjoys a myriad of outdoor activities like golfing and hiking with her dog, Summit. Besides her passion for all things Dental Hygiene, she loves a good book. Barron Family Dental appreciates her warmth, mirth, and sense of humor. Andra has found her place in Colorado amongst highly skilled, passionate healthcare providers.
Lesley Washburn
Dental Hygienist
Lesley is a Colorado native from around the Thornton area. She loves the outdoors and doing things with her kiddos. Lesley loves being a hygienist and she has been in the dental field for over 10 years. She looks forward to giving you personalized dental care with compassion, thoroughness and thoughtfulness. She is excited to be part of a team that values patient care and always puts them first.
Alekz Sanchez
Dental Assistant
With a Dental Assistant Certificate from Kaplan College, Alekz offers patients thorough care and attention with any Barron Family Dental checkup or treatment. Alekz creates lasting patient relationships and enjoys being part of the Barron Family Dental team that strives to deliver the best overall dental experience.
Alekz was born and raised in the terrific Thornton, Colorado community. Alekz is married to a Marine Corp veteran and they are expecting their first child. She is also the proud owner of Maltipoo Maltese and Poodle mix, named Bella! Alekz and her family enjoy spending time outdoors, especially in the summer, taking in all that Colorado has to offer.
Tabitha Marquez
Dental Assistant
Tabitha Marquez is an EDDA (Expanded Duties Dental Assistance) with over 15 years of experience and 9 years with Cerec restorations. She graduated from Concord Careers College at the top of her class and received her EDDA certification from Front Range Community College. Tabitha takes pride in her work and strives to ensure that every patient is treated like family. She has a keen attention detail that partners with kindness and compassion, which guarantees that her patients will leave with a bright smile on their faces.
Tabitha was born and raised in Colorado. She has a beautiful family and is proud of all of their accomplishments. She is always a team mom helping in any way that she can, including coaching her daughter’s softball team to a Regional Championship. Tabitha also likes playing Volleyball and is a key part of Broncos Country with season tickets and dedication to the team win or lose, enjoying the football season to the fullest!
Patricia Acevedo
Dental Assistant
Patty started her dental career in 2013 as a front desk receptionist in the small, beautiful town of Glenwood Springs Colorado. Patty was given the opportunity to grow and develop the skills to become the proficient Dental Assistant she is today. Not only has she developed the skills to perform the tasks of a Dental Assistant, but she has also been able to achieve her certification of Radiology Education and training in 2017. Patty enjoys working alongside the Barron Family Dental team. Patty is also bilingual, speaking Spanish as well. She is passionate about helping those in the community as if they were her own family.
Patty was born in California but has lived in Colorado for most of her life. In 2019 she married the love of her life and left the mountains for the Mile High City! Patty loves to spend time with her husband, Gabe, and visit her family in the mountains. Patty does not have kids yet, but she enjoys spending time with her niece and nephews. She also enjoys traveling, cooking, and going to concerts.
Melissa Galleos
Dental Assistant
Melissa graduated from Pima Medical Institute in 2010 with her certification in Dental Assisting. Since then, she has had experience working both as an assistant and in the front office with scheduling and verifying insurance. At Barron Family Dental she is the hygiene assistant/sterile tech, helping with sterilizing instruments, taking x-rays, and helping the hygienists with any of their needs. In her free time, she enjoys being with her family, going to concerts, sporting events and everything in between!
Beth Barron
Beth started her dental career 6 years ago learning all of the ins and outs of the Front office where she
quickly moved up to become the office manager. She loves to be at the front of the office where she
can greet all of our amazing patients and create lasting relationships with them. Beth is always happy to
help, weather it is answering questions patients have about their insurance, or even helping get them
scheduled with treatment to maximize their benefits! Beth has been with Barron Family dental as the
practice administrator from the beginning and loves being part of a family owned business.
Beth has lived in Thornton for 9 years with her son Prestin and loves the community. When she is not at
work you will find her cheering Prestin on at his soccer or baseball games.
Give us a call today and you are sure to hear her cheery voice, she looks forward to welcoming you like
you too are family!
Megan Parkin
Megan is not just your average dental professional, with a heart full of love and a warm personality that brightens up any room, Megan is the epitome of someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people.
As a valued member of the Barron Family Dental, Megan brings her expertise and nurturing spirit to ensure that every patient’s experience is comfortable and enjoyable. Her genuine love for people shines through in her interactions, as she goes above and beyond to make everyone feel at ease, particularly the little ones who may feel anxious about dental visits.
Outside of work, Megan cherishes her role as a mother to her two children. In her free time, Megan likes to go to concerts, enjoy the outdoors, and of course spend time with family and friends.
