Dr. Unterman was born in California. He attended the University of California for his undergraduate and graduate pre-dental education. Dr. Unterman attended UCLA where he was awarded membership in Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society, earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, and graduated with honors.
Dr. Unterman completed a six year residency program in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the Texas Medical Center Houston in conjuction with the University of Texas and Baylor College of Medicine. He earned his medical degree at Lousiana State University and graduated as a member of the John McDonald General Surgical Society. He then completed a one year general surgical internship at the University of Texas affiliated hospitals.
Dr. Unterman is a diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He maintains an active dental and medical license in Texas. He is certified in basic life support, advanced cardiac life support, advanced trauma life support and laser and microsurgery techniques. Dr. Unterman joined Northwest Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 1999. He and his wife, Mylene, live in The Woodlands with their two children.
Dr. Lalani is a native of India and completed his education in dentistry there. He was the valedictorian of his dental school class, recipient of the Best Graduating Student award by his dental school, and received an award for Outstanding Achievement during four years of dental school by the International College of Dentists.
Dr. Lalani completed post-graduate training in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from his alma mater and proceeded to Scotland and England to continue his training. He completed the required training and examinations for Fellowship in the Faculty of Dentistry of The Royal College of Surgeons. Dr. Lalani then came to Houston to start his training in an integrated Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery/Ph.D. program at The University of Texas Health Science Center and affiliated hospitals of The University of Texas Medical School and Baylor College of Medicine. His research focused on the molecular basis of wound healing, and it formed the basis of a NIH and a Department of Defense grant. He received an award for best Ph.D. thesis in the Medical Faculties by Sigma Xi Society Texas Medical Center Institutions & Rice University Chapters.
Dr. Lalani is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England and Ireland. He is part of a small group of surgeons in the U.S.A. who are Diplomats of both the American and British Boards. He is also a Diplomate of the National Dental Board of Anesthesiology and a Fellow of the International College of Oral Implantology.
Dr. Lalani joined Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in 2005. He practices the full scope of his specialty in both office and hospital-based settings. He maintains surgical privileges at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, and Texas Childrens Hospital.
In 2014, Dr. Lalani successfully completed a two-year MBA program, Leadership in Healthcare at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for The Yale Club of Houston.
Dr. Zahid Lalani is dedicated to making a positive impact on patient care. Because of his passion and commitment to his profession and patients, he most recently earned the distinction of board certification in healthcare management and became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives in March 2019. The American College of Healthcare Executives focuses on advancing its leaders and the field of healthcare management excellence. Zahid S. Lalani, DDS, PhD, MBA is one of four dental professionals in the United States that has earned this outstanding accreditation.
Dr. David Hoffman was raised in Tennessee. He attended the University of Notre Dame where he earned his undergraduate degrees. He completed his dental education at the Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, TX where he graduated 5th in his class and was awarded membership into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon and Baylor Odontological Honor Societies. Following graduation, he completed a one-year post-graduate fellowship at Baylor College of Dentistry and Baylor University Medical Center.
Dr. Hoffman then completed his six-year residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery at the University of Kentucky. He earned his medical degree and completed his general surgical internship at the University of Kentucky as well. In March 2018, Dr. Hoffman became a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
Dr. Justin Liska joined Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in July 2016, previously graduating from Texas A&M University with his undergraduate degree and from The University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston in 2011 with his graduate degree, D.D.S.
Dr. Liska was always certain that he wanted to be an oral and maxillofacial surgeon because of the life-changing results that can be achieved through specialized surgical techniques. His pursuit of becoming an oral and maxillofacial surgeon began at The University of Kentucky where he completed an oral and maxillofacial internship in 2012. Dr. Liska completed his OMFS residency at Allegheny Health Network affiliated hospitals in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 2016.
Through Dr. Liskas extensive education, he has significant training in TMJ surgery and reconstruction which is an area of special interest for him. In addition, he has completed research in the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea in the endentulous patient. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, he is fully trained to perform the entire scope of his specialty including wisdom teeth extractions, the placement of dental implants, bone grafting, orthognathic surgery and benign pathology. Dr. Liska is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and a diplomate of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists. Additionally, he is BLS, ACLS and PALS certified.In March 2019, Dr. Liska successfully passed the certifying exams for his specialty and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery.
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 70 reviews
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a year ago
Had my wisdom tooth taken out recently. Dr Parnell and team, thank you for everything. I was a little anxious as I had opted to do the procedure under local anesthesia but Dr Parnell and the nurses made me feel really comfortable and the procedure was done quickly and efficiently with minimal discomfort. Thank you so much.
Jennifer Lee
2 years ago
Dr. Hoffman performed an extraction of an extra tooth that was growing above my 8 year old daughter's two front permanent teeth and growing into her nose. She had to have the tooth extracted and bone grafting. I cannot say enough great things about Dr. Hoffman. To say that I was beyond nervous about the whole thing is an understatement. We got varying opinions and decided to go with Dr. Hoffman - great bedside manners, very knowledgeable, very comforting, and I could tell had lots of experience. At our consultation I knew I had come to the right place and without hesitation knew he would be the surgeon to perform the work on my daughter. She is one day post op and doing well. On a side note, I had our daughter checked every year for her dental check ups at a well known dentist in the woodlands. I never knew about the third tooth until we changed dental offices in houston and the dentist took a broader picture that showed more. If we did not go to this new dentist then we would have never known about the tooth until it ruptured into her nose. Double check your dentists work!
Dean Alcorn
2 years ago
Dr. Hoffman probably saved my life. I had a terrible infection that I had been suffering through due to a fear of dentists from previous experiences. I came in to see him and he calmly talked me through the whole process and we got it scheduled. Two days later and I had my surgery. The whole process was fantastic and I am happily pain free now.
Kenzie K
2 years ago
Dr. Parnell made my wisdom teeth surgery a breeze! He and his staff were so friendly and answered all of my questions. I received multiple phone calls with instructions before surgery, and a follow up call from Dr. Parnell the day after my surgery. The office is also very transparent and thorough with their pricing. They informed me what would be covered under my insurance, which many other offices do not do until after the appointment. I would definitely recommend this surgery center.
autumn wysocki
2 years ago
I hate having to get any kind of dental work. If you do as well I would recommend this place because everyone here is top notch. The front desk staff is very nice and communicative. Dr.Parnell was my surgeon. He removed all four of my wisdom teeth. I felt like I was in very competent/skilled hands. I like how their website lists all of the surgeon's qualifications. It also helps that the entire staff is very sweet and friendly to help make you feel more at ease!
Aliaksei Karnavushanka
2 years ago
Absolutely amazing experience! Wisdom teeth removal procedure took less than an hour and I felt no pain or any discomfort AT ALL. Would definitely come again if I'll grow new molars and decide to remove them in future
Janet Davis
2 years ago
Dr. Hoffman & his staff are very professional & make you comfortable with decisions made.
Jacqueline Negron
2 years ago
Dr. Hoffman and his staff were amazing from day 1 consult. The office staff was so welcoming and the facility alone is so serene. I had 4 wisdom teeth removed and the process was so seamless, no pain, I'm recovering very well. Dr. Hoffman himself even calls to check on you. Highly recommend. Such great service I almost want to get another tooth pulled for fun.
Ghita Borst
2 years ago
Get a second opinion. We visited two other providers and both deemed the 'mandatory' treatment this doctor was pushing as uneccessary. This office charges $250 for a mandatory icat scans and does not accept insurance or care credit; we found a provider in the Woodlands where this service is free. Despite being in network we had to do our own prior authorizations by calling in the billing codes. Staff was impatient and unprofessional. We ended up going with another provider and saved thousands. This experience was a $250 waste of time.
Chelsey Diaz
2 years ago
Decent dentist and loved being there but their phone skills are absolute trash. I've been calling for more than 3 months to talk to someone because I can't just drive up there and they NEVER answer. I've left voicemails, I've called consecutively throughout the day at times and still nothing, nada. Do better.
Corey Wilson
2 years ago
My experience with Dr. Parnell and his staff was exceptional. I first came to the office with severe pain in my lower jaw and a bad temper. Once Anne visited with me and cleared up procedural questions, I was quickly administered to and made to feel comfortable. Dr. Parnell's confidence and chairside manner upon his introduction were another much needed relief. He and his staff listened patiently to my concerns and promptly came up with a treatment plan that was carried out at 6:30am the following morning. Surgery went smoothly according to plan. I was informed every step of the way and had no surprises start to finish. Dr. Parnell has reached out personally post op to see how my recovery is going. You have all been wonderful and though I don't hope to see you soon, I wish you all the best and give this 5 star review to the entire office with heartfelt thanks for the way you handled me as a patient.
Kate Harper
2 years ago
My son went in very nervous about having his wisdom teeth removed, but the friendly staff at The Woodlands office quickly put him at ease. Everyone was so kind and caring, and Dr. Repa even personally called on a Sunday evening to make sure things were going well with my son and to wish us a good week. Absolutely A+ service all around and would not hesitate to recommend this office to others.
Chris Mutz
2 years ago
Never got to make it in the office but when I called to make an appointment the first lady tells me they have an opening on June 1st. In my current state that wasn't going to work for me as I am in some pain. So I decided to call their other office on Louetta where a lady ask if I was in pain and let me know their Dr. Was on vacation but then she stops and says but our woodlands office looks like they have some openings before the Dr. Got back on June 1st she said she could see the opening in their schedule. So I decided to call back to The Woodlands office and ask for the day she suggested was open and I was met with a different lady on the phone this time, who then told me the next available day was June 10th come on people it was just storytelling from one person to the next don't have time for foolish games between your offices.
Alex H
2 years ago
They don't call back, no information that our Dr Underman left - sent costing to the wrong insurance company and we have to clean up the mess... Very bad service from this location! What a mess...
adam visor
2 years ago
Amazing office! I was expecting lots of pain after the surgery but i had no issues at all. Completely painless and fast! Dr.parnell does the best work totally recommend!
Amy Borgmeyer
2 years ago
Dr. Hoffman and his staff were wonderful, from initial phone consult (after my daughter's sudden fall injury), to care and follow up appointment. On top of the exceptional care, their professional and friendly demeanor kept my five year old at ease, and even entertained her curious questions. The followups afterwards were greatly appreciated also, and went above and beyond other professionals we saw in this process. I would definitely recommend this office and Dr Hoffman for their excellent care, courtesy, and professionalism.
Mark Keiper
2 years ago
Tuesday I was diagnosed with a abscessed tooth that I had to have treated. I cold called NWO and M and Annie despite having a full schedule and no appointments got me in for a consult. Dr Parnell decided the tooth was posing enough hazard that after his full schedule he stayed late with his staff and operated on me. I had been in significant pain but after the procedure I was able to function again and the pain was mostly gone. Recovery has been amazing. I can't say enough about this doctor and the staff. I am sure I haven't thanked them enough but I am thankful they were there. Mark Keiper
Justine Belmares
3 years ago
I was in yesterday morning for all 4 impacted wisdom teeth to be pulled with Dr. Parnell and his assistants. Everyone was absolutely amazing, very personable and were very comforting throughout the whole procedure. Even during my first visit for my consultation. I highly recommend Dr. Parnell & his assistants.
Katie Holmes
3 years ago
Dr. Parnell was amazing! I was in so much pain with an impacted wisdom tooth and needed an appointment as soon as possible. I had my consultation on a Wednesday and I was scheduled for surgery Friday! I was nervous but Dr. Parnell and all of the ladies in the office were so awesome and reassuring. My experience was perfect!
C D
3 years ago
Although I live in Michigan, I saw Dr. Parnell when he was a resident here. I wish he was still practicing here, because he is an amazing oral surgeon and was so nice to me when I was surrounded by some pretty uncaring doctors. I have been in severe pain after getting my wisdom teeth out almost 3 years ago, and I have seen a lot of oral surgeons. Dr. Parnell will always stick out to me as one of the most gentle and caring doctors I've seen. I've been looking for a new oral surgeon to see consistently for a couple different issues, and I remembered how he made me feel so I had hoped he was still here. I felt like I had to share my experience and say that Texas gained a good one!
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