Welcome to North Dallas Anesthesia

North Dallas Anesthesia works closely with local dental offices and oral surgeons to provide exceptional adult and pediatric services to the DFW metroplex.

Our Services

Dental

Sedation

During intravenous sedation, an anti-anxiety drug is administered into the bloodstream to achieve a state of “deep conscious sedation.” Although you will not actually be asleep, you will enjoy a heightened state of relaxation. Our patients do not remember much, if anything, about their dental procedure.

Throughout the IV Sedation procedure, your breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure will be closely monitored.

Emergency

Training

Our team will help you identify and review common medical emergencies that occur in dental offices, review CPR concepts and common errors, provide practice with managing emergencies, and learn your role in emergency situations.

In-office and seminar format available.

Dental

Sedation

During intravenous sedation, an anti-anxiety drug is administered into the bloodstream to achieve a state of “deep conscious sedation.” Although you will not actually be asleep, you will enjoy a heightened state of relaxation. Our patients do not remember much, if anything, about their dental procedure.

Throughout the IV Sedation procedure, your breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure will be closely monitored.

Emergency

Training

Our team will help you identify and review common medical emergencies that occur in dental offices, review CPR concepts and common errors, provide practice with managing emergencies, and learn your role in emergency situations.

In-office and seminar format available.

Emergency

Medical Kits

Ulta Medical was established by Dr. Ben Quenzer, a board certified anesthesiologist. Dr. Quenzer has been training dentists and dental offices for medical emergencies for nearly a decade. During that period he began to notice some distinct performance challenges and inefficiencies related to the emergency medical kits that those offices were using. Over time, he decided to create a medical emergency kit that is designed to solve many of those issues and provide simplicity, efficiency, and quality.

BLS/CPR

Certification

NDA offers both individual and in-office certification for BLS/CPR with our on-staff certified instructors. The course is approximately four hours long and can be scheduled by calling our office.

Our Team

Our team of experienced and board certified anesthesiologists provide the safest of care for both our adult and pediatric patients. We are an ideal partner for your anesthesia needs.

BEN QUENZER, MD

Anesthesiologist

Dr. Quenzer graduated from Brigham Young University. He received his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine, then completed his anesthesia residency at Wake Forest. Dr. Quenzer is a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and President of North Dallas Anesthesia. He performs deep sedation for all types of dental procedures. In addition, he has extensive expertise in training dental offices for medical emergencies.

ERIC AUBEL, MD

Anesthesiologist

Dr. Aubel grew up right here in the area and graduated salutatorian from South Garland High School. He attended Texas A&M University for his undergraduate and attended Texas Tech for medical school. After his residency at UT Southwestern as an Obstetric anesthesiologist, Dr. Aubel decided to commute less and joined the NDA team.

KATINA THORNTON, MD

Anesthesiologist

Dr. Thornton graduated summa cum laude from Texas Christian University. She received her medical degree from UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas where she also completed her residency in Anesthesiology and Pain Management. Dr. Thornton is triple board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Management, Obesity Medicine, and Aesthetic Medicine. She serves as an expert panelist for the Texas Medical Board and is on the Medical Advisory Board for the Texas Department of State Health Services, Consumer Protection Division EMS-Trauma Systems Section.

MAUREEN LUBY, MD

Anesthesiologist

Dr. Luby graduated from the University of Nebraska and then attended Kansas School of Medicine. She then served as a General Medical Officer in the US Naval Reserves. After returning to civilian life, she completed Anesthesia training at Washington University. Dr. Luby lives in Dallas and is affectionately known as Grandma Mo to her three grandchildren.

HEATHER GANO, MD

Anesthesiologist

Jennifer joined NDA in 2019. She has extensive experience in corporate administration and works closely with the day-to-day operations of the back office. She is also a Registered Dental Assistant, BLS Instructor and Phlebotomy certified. Jen is one of the many faces to greet patients and assist with care on the day of their procedure. Jen has been married to her husband, Derek, for 19 years. They have a daughter and a son. She spends her free time cooking, reading and making memories with her family and friends.

JENNIFER CANTERBURY, RDA

Assistant

Jennifer joined NDA in 2019. She has extensive experience in corporate administration and works closely with the day-to-day operations of the back office. She is also a Registered Dental Assistant, BLS Instructor and Phlebotomy certified. Jen is one of the many faces to greet patients and assist with care on the day of their procedure. Jen has been married to her husband, Derek, for 19 years. They have a daughter and a son. She spends her free time cooking, reading and making memories with her family and friends.

CYNTHIA SMITH, RDA

Assistant

Cynthia is a Registered Dental Assistant with 14+ years of clinical experience. Prior to joining NDA she was a Continuing Education Instructor for the Dental Assisting Program at Collin College. Cynthia is our scheduling coordinator and speaks with every patient personally to answer any questions, review medical history and ensure they understand our procedures. She is the liaison between the patient, dental office and NDA Physicians. On a personal note, Cynthia is married and has a little boy. She enjoys spending her free time with family and friends, doing yoga, and cycling.

FAITH RIFFLE, RDA

Assistant

Faith is a Registered Dental Assistant and Phlebotomist with 15+ years of experience. She comes to us from the world of pediatric dentistry and enjoys making a trip to the dentist a positive and fun experience for all of the little ones. She is very knowledgeable and helps each patient feel comfortable and informed during their appointment. Faith enjoys spending time with her husband, 2 kids and fur babies. She is always up for a Jeep driving adventure!

RACHEL COOK, RDA

Assistant

Rachel is a Registered Dental Assistant and Phlebotomist with a background in general dentistry. She is kind and compassionate and helps patients feel at ease during their appointment. In addition to assisting patients, Rachel maintains the records and billing process for NDA. Rachel grew up and currently resides in Rockwall with her husband, Preston, 2 daughters and 3 fur babies. She is a long time member at Lakepointe Church in Rockwall and enjoys attending church, thrifting and spending time with family.

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