A native of The Woodlands and proud graduate of the John Cooper School, David Epstein, DDS a general and cosmetic dentist and sleep apnea specialist is happy to call Texas his home once again. He is currently practicing at David B. Epstein, DDS and Nikita Vakil, DMD, in Spring, Texas.
Dr. Epstein left Texas to attend Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where he completed a BS in neuroscience. After college, while he was trying to decide what to do with his career, he spent a few days at Woodlands Dental Group observing Dr. David Ryder.
That experience seeing the day-to-day professional experiences of a dentist inspired him to go to dental school, beginning a path that eventually led right back to Woodlands Dental Group. Dr. Epstein grew his passion for dentistry at the State University of New York in Buffalo.
While he was a dental student, Dr. Epstein volunteered in the Dominican Republic as well as Appalachia, two parts of the world where many people lack access to quality dental care. His volunteering led him to realize just what a profound difference dental care can make in a persons life, and how rewarding the practice of dentistry can be. He continues to volunteer on Fridays at Interfaith Community Clinic, which provides care to people without insurance.
Dr. Epstein is happy to be back in Texas, among family, friends, and good barbecue. Hes honored that he can work at the practice where his love of dentistry started and help the people of the Woodlands keep their smiles in tiptop shape.
Dr. Vakil was born and raised in South Florida where she earned an HonorsBachelors in Science at the University of Miami. She then attended Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine obtaining her DMD with honors in 2004. She completed a residency in Advanced Education in General Dentistry at Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry in 2005. She is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Vakil attends many courses and seminars to keep up with the latest technologies and advancements in dentistry. Her goal is to keep her patients at ease while providing the best care and having them leave with a smile!
Dr. Vakil has settled in The Woodlands with her husband and two young children. In her free timeshe enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, traveling, reading and freestyle dancing with her kids. She is excited to call The Woodlands home and looks forward to taking care of the needs of you and your family.