I had such a wonderful experience at South San Francisco Dental Care. The clinic was immaculate and high tech, and the staff was extremely welcoming and friendly.I'm so glad that I found a dentist office close by with such amazing customer service and attention to detail.

'I have never been to a dental office so professional, welcoming, and high-tech like South San Francisco Dental. The receptionists are friendly, I got a tour of the place, and saw the cutest area for kids!'

Dr. Alexandra Choi was born and raised inthe Bay Area and loves the richly diverse community, culinary offerings, and climate it has to offer. Her initial career interests lay in engineering before she became captivated by the healing power and aesthetic potential of dentistry. Dr. Al spent three years in Stockton, CA and earned her Bachelor of Science in biology at the University of the Pacific before moving to San Francisco to complete her dental education at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry.

Dont let her youthful facefool you. Dr. Kamille Mercado is a talented, accomplished and highly-skilled professional and we are excited to have her join our ranks as the premier dental providers in the area. She not only earned top honors and graduated the top of her class, but was an award-winning published researcher before she picked up her well-earned diploma.

She graduated Magna Cum Laude at University of Pacific Stockton with a BS in Biology, where she was also a member of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. She earned her DDS degree from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and was inducted into the Tau Kappa Omega Honorary Society. Her dental pulp stem cells research was published in the Journal of the California Dental Association (JCDA) and was awarded by the American Association of Dental Research. Upon graduating she extended her training to include a yearlong Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) residency program run by NYU Langone in San Jose.

Her passion for dentistry started when she interned with her dentist in high school and it only grew deeper the more she learned about the level of artistry and skill it demanded, and the difference it can make in someones life. When I can help get patients out of dental pain, educate them about their oral health, and improve the esthetic appearance of their smile, it is very fulfilling. It 's not just about 'fixing their teeth,' it 's about helping to improve their quality of life, said Dr. Kamille Mercado.

Looking for a practice who could match her dedication and push her expertise, Dr. Mercado joined South San Francisco Dental Care in 2020. From her initial stints filling in for some of our providers, she was impressed by the level of teamwork and camaraderie she observed. She was also excited by the ability to collaborate with our in-house specialists to give her patients the best comprehensive care possible. She is now in our practice full-time and is joined by a team of dedicated dental providers who are as equally committed to their craft and to delivering unparalleled customer service.

Raised by immigrant parents in Daly City, she has lived most of her life in SF Bay. She looks forward to developing her career here and serving her hometown community. She could think of no better place to live with its diversity of food, people, culture and landscape. Her skills and passion doesnt stop at dentistry. She plays piano and guitar, speaks Filipino and Spanish, and is learning Japanese and Korean through her favorite dramas.

Dr. Kelvin C. Choi started his South San Francisco dental practice more than 25 years ago, after graduating from the School of Dentistry at the University of the Pacific in 1977. He has also taught in the fixed prosthodontics department at UOP from 1977 to 1980. He holds dental licenses in both California (since 1977) and in Hong Kong (since 1979). Dr. Chois high standards produce quality dentistry that has helped numerous patients achieve their life-changing dream smile.

Dr. Choi is the father of four children. The eldest is working in Hong Kong and the other three chose to go into dentistry, including Dr. Alexandra Choi, and Dr. Philip Choi, who have joined the practice. Dr. Choi is an active member in his Christian church and enjoys going to the gym, cycling, and spending time with his family.

'Dr. Kelvin Choi was my dentist when I lived in the Bay Area 10 years ago until I moved back east. He and his staff left me with such a wonderful impression that I went back upon my return to the Bay Area a decade later! I am glad I did. They 've only gotten better!'