Dr. Evelyne Vu-Tien is a specialty graduate of Radys Childrens Hospital of San Diego. Dr Evelyne is also a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Fellow of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She completed her dental training at the University of California, San Francisco and her business-economimcs degree at the University of California, Los Angeles. At UCSF she was the Western Regional Trustee for the American Student Dental Association and the National Pre-Dental Liason. Dr Evelyne enjoys lecturing and presented at the Oral Health Initiative Programs in San Diego and Naval Medical Center Continuing Education Courses. Dr Evelyne also enjoys volunteering in local San Diego dental events, Mexico, and Vietnam with her husband (a general dentist in the Navy). She served as volunteer faculty at the Rady Children's pediatric dental program and served on the Peer Review Board for San Diego. She is also a national speaker for the American Dental Association Success Seminars, educating dental students about practice management and patient care. She also enjoys volunteering with Point Loma Nazarene Pre-Health Students and serves on the San Diego Oral Advisory. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters, Reagan and Josephine.
Dr. Evelynes practice vision is to provide high quality dentistry in a nurturing and caring environment. Her focus is patient-centered with emphasis on preventing dental disease, beginning in infancy to adulthood. Her progressive techniques utilizes tooth-colored fillings, Solea laser to minimize or eliminate anesthetic during cavity treatments, NOMAD hand held digital radiographs which have the lowest emission of radiation, and computerized anesthetic delivery device. The Single Tooth Anesthesia device keeps the tongue, lips, and cheek from becoming numb in certain cases.
Dr. Evelynes two year specialty training has prepared her to work with special needs patients such as those suffering from autism, cancer, and rare genetic anomalies as well as dentally anxious patients. For her nervous patients, she is able to administer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to make the dental experience more comfortable. A pediatric dental anesthesiologist is also available for patients needing to go to sleep for their dental treatment. Her goal is to establish a positive dental experience with all patients, thus helping patients foster a healthy, lifelong view of the dentist office.
Dr. Judy Brown has been working at Kidz Place for the past six years, covering for Dr. Evelyne when she is away from the office. She is a transplant from the East Coast and moved to San Diego in 2008. She was born and raised in New York City where most of her family still resides. She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. She also completed a general dental residency program in the VA Hospital of La Jolla and specialization in pediatric dentistry at the Jacobi Hospital in the Bronx.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, an endodontist in San Diego, and their four beautiful children. She received the distinction of a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist in 2011.
Dr. Chrissy Hammer was born and raised in the Chicago area. She received her undergraduate and Masters degrees from Loyola University Chicago before completing her Doctorate of Dental Medicine at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona in 2013.
Dr. Hammer completed her post-graduate specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Maryland in Baltimore and was honored to act as Chief Resident her second year. As a proud Navy wife, she has traveled around the country for almost a decade with her husband and is excited to call San Diego home. Dr. Hammer is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a Fellow of the American College of Dentists, a peer-nominated honorary organization and a designation earned by only 3.5%of dentists. She was named the 2016 New Dentist of the Year by the Maryland State Dental Association, and volunteers her time with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation. Dr. Hammer also received the International College of Dentists Student Leadership Award in 2013.
Dr. Hammer practices comprehensive Pediatric Dentistry with a minimally invasive mindset. She enjoys treating infants, children and those with complex medical and behavioral challenges. Her goal is to help every child leave his or her visit feeling comfortable, confident, and excited to visit the dentist. Dr. Hammer is known for her compassionate, calming bedside manner and for being relatable to both children and parents.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 54 reviews
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a year ago
We've been going to Kidz Place Dentistry for over a decade! I cried when I saw they took special needs patients! That got me there. And the rest has kept me coming for the long haul! The people are fabulous! Great customer service! The office is a kid's dream! They are up-to-date on all the latest tech and methods. Top notch across the board! I drive a distance to get there, but my kids think I'm awesome for taking them to the dentist! #worthit!
Tamara Anderson
a year ago
Great dentists and dental hygienists but billing is not transparent and it took 3 weeks for me to get a call back to go over billing questions. Can no longer recommend.
Nassim Sarraf Wills
2 years ago
The most incredible dental experience for kids. My daughter was extremely nervous to get a filling and a friend told me to switch dentists and that I wouldn't be disappointed. Well, not only was I not disappointed, but I was blown away by the kind, tender, sweet approach our dentist had. The entire experience was incredibly professional, but so much more than that - she's a unicorn that speaks the language of kids. We're so grateful for the excellent work and perfect approach to minimize the fear!
Nita Gavkar
2 years ago
It was always a good experience with Kidz place dentistry. Dr. Evylene is a very good dentist. My kids are going from toddler age and now they are 15 and 12 year old. I will highly recommend this dentist place.
True Happiness
2 years ago
Our kids love Dr. Evelyne and her staff. She's professional, friendly, and gentle with her little patients. Her staff are friendly, resourceful, & extremely helpful. Our kids look forward to their dental visits every time. We highly recommended Kidz Place Dentistry.
Cynthia Wrona
2 years ago
Clean and beautiful space for children. They knew how to engage with my shy guy and get us through his first dental visit with a smile.
Parmis Sionit
2 years ago
My little one had the easiest 1st appointment here! They were on time, friendly, attentive, and most of all thorough. I would recommend Dr. Hammer to anyone looking for a new dental home!
Mizuki Kaneko
2 years ago
Amazing experience!! Our first time there, I expected our two year-old to throw a tantrum, but turned out quite the opposite, thanks to everyone there- staff, nurses and doctors were all simply wonderful and attentive. Highly recommended!!
Monica Hall
2 years ago
Great first visit for my 1 year old. Everyone was so friendly and did a great job at making him feel at ease. We had great visit, highly recommend.
Amy R
2 years ago
We have been going to see Dr Evelyn for over ten years - my son loves the dentist, office and staff! They are great with making kids comfortable and calm and really focus on making it a positive experience.
Christy Conway
2 years ago
We have been going to Dr. Evelyne for 12 years now and can't say enough about how wonderful she and her team are. Her Solea Laser is an absolute game changer! When my girls needed to have their cavities filled it was a piece of cake and they walked out of the office with smiles on their face. Highly recommend this office!
Leslie Pineda
2 years ago
Never fails my kids always leave the dental visit with complete smiles on their face. In fact they are always excited to see Dr. Evelyn. The whole staff are always so friendly and you can tell they care about each child and parent.
Haley Chin
2 years ago
Dr.Vu-Tien has been my dentist for over 10 years now and she's the best. She's so sweet, gentle, and you and your kid(s) will love her and her staff!
Victoria Roig Sakar
2 years ago
Best kids dentistry in San Diego
Tabatha Tovar
2 years ago
These dentists are conservative about going into the kids' teeth which I really appreciate. They are really nice and my kids love them.
Kathryn Stevens
2 years ago
Kidz Place Dentistry is the best! Everyone is so kind and helpful! My kids love going to see Dr. Evelyne and I love how thorough and patient she is. You can tell she loves what she does!!
Caitlin Gennett
2 years ago
Great staff. Great atmosphere.
Cat D. Palomares
2 years ago
Dr. Evelyne and her staff are so warm, friendly, caring, and professional! My son has been their patient for 10 years and we couldn't have asked for a better pediatric dentist!
Deb Shugart
2 years ago
Dr. Hammer, Brittany and Shiray were absolutely WONDERFUL, and so patient, with our very nervous and crying 3-year old's first ever dentist visit!
Anne Davis
2 years ago
Dr. Evelyn and her staff are just so wonderful - I brought all three of my girls to see her for an 8am appointment and we were done by 9 am! Their office is beautiful and immaculate and very COVID safe/aware. Thank you, Dr. Evelyn!
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