Thank you for visiting our website and spending time to learn a little about me and my practice. I hope you will find the information you need, and that you will not hesitate to give us a call when you are ready to see us.
After having two boys and retiring from a career in Finance, I decided to pursue my passion for healthcare and became a Magna Cum Laude graduate of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, where I received a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2011, along with multiple awards and honors in Prosthodontics and Oral Medicine.
My clinical background also includes a residency in Implant Prosthodontics at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry Implant Clinic;a 2-year externship in Implant Surgery at the Midwest Implant Institute; and a 2-year externship in Orthodontics.
Because I want to always do my best for my patients,and offer them the latest and most reliable treatment options;I regularly work to exceed all state and national continuing education requirements by accumulating hundreds of training hours in General Dentistry, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, Endodontics, Laser Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, and Facial Aesthetics.
My treatment philosophy focuses on preserving natural dental structures through conservative and minimally invasive surgical approaches. I also put a lot of care into the experience that my patients receive by making sure that everyone enjoys a clean, gentle, friendly and relaxing environment that promotes healing. I use the most modern technology and I partner with highly reputable dental laboratories and suppliers who provide the superior quality products and materials that allow me to produce outstanding and long-lasting results.
I am an in-network provider with most dental insurance programs, and the patients who visit my practice include adults, seniors, teenagers and children. Whether they need basic care like cleanings and checkups, fairly involved treatment like complete mouth rehabilitation, or anything in between;I treat each and everyone with the utmost care, attention, and respect.
Some of the things that will always bring a smile on my face if you mention them in a conversation: Food and cooking (especially anything fresh), professional basketball (big San Antonio Spurs fan here!), and any type of romantic comedy movie, foreign or domestic.
Reviews
Rating 4.3 out of 5 based on 10 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestPaul Nguyen
2 years ago
Great services, gentle and very clean dentist office. My impression was the welcoming environment, music and staff greeting. Very professional and very advanced with the machines and process. New camera and x-ray system. The dentist assistant was great and friendly. They were very getting to you better and care about their health and teeth well being. I learnt today about my teeth and how to clean them properly to prevent any major issue that cause me money in the future. I am pleased with my first visit. It was painless for a routine checkup and complete teeth oral cleaning. Highly recommended for any dentist help and teeth cleaning.
Laura K
2 years ago
Best dentist I have been to since moving to Texas. Very knowledgable and thorough in her exam. The office staff were great as well. I highly recommend seeing this dentist.
Toni Dunkleberger
2 years ago
Dr. Tam is the best dentist I've ever had. She is very caring and truly has the best interests of patients in mind when she suggest a procedure.
Toni Dunkleberger
3 years ago
Dr. Tam is the best dentist I've ever had. She is very caring and truly has the best interests of patients in mind when she suggest a procedure.
Julia Simmons
4 years ago
I had THE WORST experience with this woman, just over a year ago and I am still suffering (and paying) for her mistakes! She did not explain what she would be doing. The crowns (3) that she made did not fit , where a really brown/yellow color (she wanted to charge me $700 to whiten my teeth before making them, even with all of the extensive work I was having done!) all have come off. When I was freaked out that one of my front crowns fell off, she told me "you shouldn't be so upset, some people have cancer! Things could be worse!" and that I should be cutting or tearing all of my food up and putting it in the back of my mouth to eat (I was eating a cheese sandwich when it fell off). The one toward the back of my mouth has had to be replaced as there was a hole through the middle! She would blame me for grinding my teeth, and insisted on me getting a retainer made- which I did, but after 3 or 4 tries (and time off work to go to MORE appointments) they coudn't make one that fit correctly.... one thing after another. Now I am at a different dentist, and my insurance won't pay him to put in new crowns because they're supposed to last at least 7 years! What a nightmare. RUN away from Dr. Tam!
Ken Lucas
4 years ago
I went there today, always a great experience. The staff is friendly and the Doctor is excellent. I recommend this place to all my friends.
Julia Simmons
4 years ago
I had THE WORST experience with this woman, just over a year ago and I am still suffering (and paying) for her mistakes! She did not explain what she would be doing. The crowns (3) that she made did not fit , where a really brown/yellow color (she wanted to charge me $700 to whiten my teeth before making them, even with all of the extensive work I was having done!) all have come off. When I was freaked out that one of my front crowns fell off, she told me "you shouldn't be so upset, some people have cancer! Things could be worse!" and that I should be cutting or tearing all of my food up and putting it in the back of my mouth to eat (I was eating a cheese sandwich when it fell off). The one toward the back of my mouth has had to be replaced as there was a hole through the middle! She would blame me for grinding my teeth, and insisted on me getting a retainer made- which I did, but after 3 or 4 tries (and time off work to go to MORE appointments) they coudn't make one that fit correctly.... one thing after another. Now I am at a different dentist, and my insurance won't pay him to put in new crowns because they're supposed to last at least 7 years! What a nightmare. RUN away from Dr. Tam!
Ken Lucas
5 years ago
I went there today, always a great experience. The staff is friendly and the Doctor is excellent. I recommend this place to all my friends.
EvanO
6 years ago
Dr. TAM and Staff provide exceptional service! They Genuinely care for your well being and dental care. They do their best to help out people in all sorts of financial situations. If you don't have insurance, that's not a problem, they will provide with the best deal in town I guarantee it and they will work with you to the best of their abilities and will provide you with top quality Dental Care. This place is more then just a dentist office, I consider them Family!
EvanO
7 years ago
Dr. TAM and Staff provide exceptional service! They Genuinely care for your well being and dental care. They do their best to help out people in all sorts of financial situations. If you don't have insurance, that's not a problem, they will provide with the best deal in town I guarantee it and they will work with you to the best of their abilities and will provide you with top quality Dental Care. This place is more then just a dentist office, I consider them Family!
Jon B
7 years ago
I am able to get my dental and orthodontic work done here. Almost done with wearing braces and the results are awesome! Thanks to Dr. Tam and her awesome staff.
Juan Barragan
7 years ago
They'll cancel your appointments without prior notice.
Kathy Winterle
7 years ago
Love love love Dr Tam. She is very gentle, thorough, professional and kind. Lauren and Charity are also great. I moved here 2 years ago and have been to three other dentist before I found Dr Tam. My husband and daughter also go to her now. We were so blessed to find her.
A Watson
8 years ago
I came here after not seeing a dentist in a long time, and the hygienist was very gentle while doing my deep cleaning. I was a cash patient, and staff informed me of what additional services would cost before going ahead with them, and I was given a discount. Each employee I saw introduced herself by name when she came in.
Juan Barragan
8 years ago
They'll cancel your appointments without prior notice.
Kathy Winterle
8 years ago
Love love love Dr Tam. She is very gentle, thorough, professional and kind. Lauren and Charity are also great. I moved here 2 years ago and have been to three other dentist before I found Dr Tam. My husband and daughter also go to her now. We were so blessed to find her.
Jon B
8 years ago
I am able to get my dental and orthodontic work done here. Almost done with wearing braces and the results are awesome! Thanks to Dr. Tam and her awesome staff.
NewSmiles Mgr
8 years ago
Sorry to hear you'd think that. We want you to know that cancelling a standing appointment is never our practice. We value our patients and believe they deserve to be treated with the utmost care. Please give us an opportunity to speak with you. I believe we may simply need to update some information since you missed your last two visits with us & it has been over a year since you were seen. We sincerely hope to hear from you.
A Watson
8 years ago
I came here after not seeing a dentist in a long time, and the hygienist was very gentle while doing my deep cleaning. I was a cash patient, and staff informed me of what additional services would cost before going ahead with them, and I was given a discount. Each employee I saw introduced herself by name when she came in.
NewSmiles Mgr
9 years ago
Sorry to hear you'd think that. We want you to know that cancelling a standing appointment is never our practice. We value our patients and believe they deserve to be treated with the utmost care. Please give us an opportunity to speak with you. I believe we may simply need to update some information since you missed your last two visits with us & it has been over a year since you were seen. We sincerely hope to hear from you.
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