Meet Our Doctors
At Caldwell & Steinbring Dentistry For Children, our skilled pediatric dentists offer expert dental treatment as well as dental services like dental sealants and tooth decay prevention to patients in our Sugar Land, TX office. The Drs. Caldwell, Steinbring, Shelton and Siso team takes pride in providing patients with advanced dental care, using only the highest quality techniques and procedures. Our pediatric dentists' years of experience, combined with our mission to provide friendly, personalized care in a comfortable and fun office environment makes Caldwell & Steinbring Dentistry For Children one of the best pediatric dentist practices in the area. Contact our Sugar Land, TX office for an appointment today, and learn a little bit more about our doctors by continuing to read below!
Larry Caldwell, DDS
Dr. Larry Caldwell is a dentist in Sugar Land, Texas, who specializes in providing quality pediatric dental care. He has been in private practice since 1982.
Dr. Caldwell graduated from the University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston in 1978, and completed a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at Texas Children's Hospital in 1981. He became board certified by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry in 1997.
Dr. Caldwell holds memberships in the American Dental Association, Greater Houston District Dental Society and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
He performs volunteer service with many local organizations and conducts food drives for the local food pantry.
Dr. Caldwell is married, has one daughter and two beautiful granddaughters that keep him busy. Also, while away from the office, he enjoys golf, working out, yoga and walking his dogs.
Derek Steinbring, DDS MSD
Dr. Steinbring was born and raised in Fredericksburg, Texas and attended Texas A&M University, earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science in 2009.
He received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas School of Dentistry in 2013 and completed a two-year residency program in pediatric dentistry at The University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston with affiliations at Texas Children's Hospital and Memorial Hermann Children's hospital in 2015. Dr. Steinbring is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Steinbring is a member of the Greater Houston Dental Society, Houston Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Texas Dental Association, Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Steinbring enjoys spending time with his wife Holly, their young Son and two Labs, Bhodi and Cheyenne. The family are active members of Sugar Land First United Methodist Church. His hobbies include running, working out, playing golf, hunting, fishing, Texas A&M athletics, and spending time on his family's ranch in Fredericksburg, Texas.
Mary Kate Shelton, DDS
Dr. Shelton was born and raised in the small town of Freeport in the Florida Panhandle. She obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Sciences from Auburn University (War Eagle!) and then moved to Houston to pursue a Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Texas School of Dentistry. Having a passion for prevention, children and making dentistry more fun, Dr. Shelton chose to continue her education at UT. She completed a two year residency program in pediatric dentistry where she grew her skills in behavior management, sedation and growth and development. Dr. Shelton's goal is to make every child feel known and comfortable in the dental office!
Dr. Shelton is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Houston Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Greater Houston Dental Society, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Shelton enjoys spending time with her husband, Chase, and her yellow lab, Annie Oakley. She and her husband are active partners at Grace Bible Church in Houston and serve in the children's ministry and on the welcome team. In her free time she enjoys being outside at the beach or pool, exercising, reading or walking with Annie!
Elizabeth Siso, DDS, MS
Dr. Siso is a Houston native. She graduated from DeBakey High School for Health Professions and obtained a degree in Biology from the University of St. Thomas in Houston. She completed her dental training at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston, where she was Vice President of the Academy of General Dentistry Fellowtrack organization and taught Dental Spanish as part of the Hispanic Student Dental Association.
After graduation Dr. Siso worked as a general dentist for 4 years during which she recognized her passion for treating pediatric patients. Dr. Siso completed a two year pediatric dental residency at the University of Texas School of Dentistry in Houston. As part of the program she also trained at Texas Children's Hospital and Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital. Her training included providing dental care for patients with special healthcare needs, participating as part of a craniofacial team managing care for patients with cleft lip and palate, and treating dental trauma and acute dental infections. During the second year of her residency, Dr. Siso served as Chief Resident; she was also awarded the Joel J. Vela Scholarship. During residency Dr. Siso obtained a Master of Science Degree for her research, and she was presented with the prestigious Peabody Award, which is presented to the most outstanding graduating resident.
When not in the office, Dr. Siso and her husband, Daniel, enjoy exploring Houston's diverse food scene, trying new recipes in the kitchen, traveling internationally, and exploring different parks with their dog, Stella. Dr. Siso is fluent in Polish and Spanish, and she enjoys learning words in new languages.
Dr. Siso is excited to meet you all in the office!
