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Dr. Todd Whitfield

Dr. Todd Whitfield grew up in Weatherford, Oklahoma, and always dreamed of becoming a dentist. He pursued his college degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. After graduation, he was aggressively recruited by several colleges for dentistry and he selected the University of Nebraska- Lincoln, for its reputation as having one of the finest clinical dentistry programs in the nation. It was there that he completed his Doctorate in Dental Surgery in 1989.  Dr. Whitfield’s first post-graduate position was working at the United States Public Health Service from 1989-1991. He was very fortunate that oral surgeon, Dr. Mark Waller instructed him on complicated tooth…

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Dr. Dana Tievsky

Dr. Tievsky was born in Washington, D.C. and raised in Bethesda, MD and Plano, TX. Dr. Tievsky received a B.A. in Biology and Psychology from the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, and an M.S. in Clinical Research from New York University College of Dentistry. She received her D.D.S. degree from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry in Los Angeles, CA, where she earned Deans List honors. While in dental school, Dr. Tievsky completed selective pediatric and general dentistry extern-ships at the La Maestra clinic in San Diego, CA and the St. Johns Well Child and Family…

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Dr. Ortiz – Orthodontist

Dr. Jan Ortiz graduated from the University Of Puerto Rico School Of Dental Medicine in 2005, where he is from.  After finishing his dental degree, Dr. Ortiz obtained his Certificate in Advanced Graduate Studies at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine focusing in special needs and medically compromised patients. Dr. Jan Ortiz received his specialty training in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics combined with a Doctorate in Sciences in Dentistry from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. During his years doing his specialty training in Boston, Dr. Ortiz worked as a general dentist. During his entire dental training, Dr. Ortiz…

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Dr. Anne Faucheu

Dr. Faucheu was born and raised in France. She moved to the United States in 1999 and then attended the University of Texas, Dallas where she received her Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2003. She then attended Dental School at Nova Southeastern University and received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2008. Dr. Faucheu is married, her husband is also a Dentist, and they have two children. She enjoys spending time with and taking care of her children, cooking, photography, painting and hiking. Dr. Faucheu is dedicated to providing quality care for her patients. She strives to provide…

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Dr. Abhinav Kalra

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Dr. Meshak Muluh

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Dr. Rishank Korupolu

Dr. Rishank Korupolu was born in India but moved to the US at the young age of 3. He has lived in various areas around the country; such as, Maryland, New York, Florida, California, and now Texas. Dr. Korupolu received his B.S. in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Florida, which he then graduated from the University of Southern California for his D.D.S. degree. While attending dental school, Dr. Korupolu developed his passion in treating children by volunteering at the mobile dental clinics. He also completed a selective pediatric and general dentistry externship at the La Maestra Community Health Clinic…

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Dr. Rahul Joshi

Dr. Rahul Joshi was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. His background in dentistry started very early as both of his parents are also practicing dentists. He studied and received his B.S. in Biological Sciences degree at University of Pacific in Stockton, California. Dr. Joshi continued with University of Pacific in San Francisco to earn his D.D.S. degree. Since graduating, Dr. Joshi has had extensive experience in both the pediatric and surgical aspects of dentistry. Dr. Joshi has also been on mission trips around the world including locations like Costa Rica and the Dominican Republic to provide needed dental services…

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Dr. Dancus

Dr. Dacian Biltiu-Dancus is a graduate of University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest Romania and New York University College of Dentistry. He completed his residency at Flushing Hospital in Queens, NY treating patients from 28 days old to 102 years old. He is passionate about arts and design, winter sports, swimming and discovering new cultures through volunteering and travel.

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Dr. Del Mundo – Orthodontist

Dr. Marites Del Mundo (or Dr. D as she is fondly called by her patients) received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine Degree from the University of the Philippines in 1993 where she graduated top of her class and received the Most Outstanding Dental Graduate Award given by the International College of Dentists. In 1996, she completed her 2-year orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis where she earned a Certificate in Orthodontics as well as a Master of Science Degree in Dentistry. During her free time, Dr. Del Mundo enjoys reading books and loves spending time with her…

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Dr. Steven Blackburn – Orthodontist

Dr. Steven Blackburn earned his B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Dallas. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Baylor College of Dentistry graduating first in his class. After practicing for three years as a general dentist, Dr. Blackburn entered the orthodontic residency program at the University of Detroit Mercy earning both a M.S and a certificate in orthodontics. Dr. Blackburn’s first interest in orthodontics began after being so impressed with the smile transformation achieved by his orthodontist as a teenager. He wants his patients to enjoy their time in treatment and wants them…

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Dr. Thamen Evans

Dr. Thamen Evans journey to becoming a dentist was influenced by positive role models in her life, including her family physician, the late Dr. Emmet J. Conrad, and her family dentist, Fr. Lavern Holyfield. Their passion and commitment to providing professional and loving care to their patients inspired Dr. Thamen from a young age. After years of aspiring to become a dentist, Dr. Thamen achieved her goal by graduating from Baylor College of Dentistry in 1993. Following her graduation, she started her dental career, initially practicing in Grand Prairie for decades and then Duncanville before eventually coming here to Picasso…

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Dr. Chris Shin

Dr. Chris Shin grew up in Dallas and earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology at The University of North Texas. He went on to attend the Texas A&M College of Dentistry where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. When not helping families with dentistry, Dr. Shin enjoys spending time with his family and friends. His hobbies include golf, exercise, traveling and cooking. Dr. Shin chose to study dentistry to provide quality healthcare service to others. He participated in several dental volunteer programs and mission trips to Guatemala & Jamaica. Dr. Shin strives to make everyone’s dental visit…

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Dr. Noelle Niessen – DMD

Dental School: Nova Southeastern University, Undergraduate: University of Scranton, Dr. Noelle Niessen is a general dentist originally from Northeast Philadelphia. She graduated from the University of Scranton with a major in Biology and minor in Biochemistry. She then attended Nova Southeastern University in South Florida where she graduated with her Doctorate of Medicine in Dentistry in 2021. Dr. Niessen is dedicated to providing top-notch dental care with a gentle touch. She believes in creating the most comfortable and welcoming environment for all patients and will do her best to put your dental anxieties as ease.  Outside of work, Dr. Niessen…

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Dr. Maxine Danso

Dr. Danso was raised in Michigan. She received her undergraduate degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Danso is a graduate of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. Prior to becoming a dentist, she worked in cosmetics because she has always enjoyed helping people feel better about themselves. She loves that dentistry allows her to help people with their confidence in addition to impacting their overall health. She is passionate about patient education and working with patients of diverse backgrounds. She has worked with patients from rural Michigan to West Africa In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, crafts,…

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