Gentle Dental Lakeland Hills

ABOUT ME
A Dr. Gupta says, “I love being able to provide my patients with comfortable and high quality dental care. I love the satisfaction of a job well done and will always do everything in my power to achieve that. It is great to cure people of disease and being able to help them eat, talk and Smile!”

Dr. Gupta received her Dental Degree from the University Of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. She additionally received post doctorate training in Restorative Dentistry from the University of California at Los Angeles School of Dentistry. She also speaks Hindi.

Dr. Gupta says, “Away from the office I like hiking, traveling and snorkeling. I love exploring new cities and different cultures.”

EDUCATION
B.D.S., Dentistry– BVP Dental College and Hospital
D.D.S.– University Of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
Restorative Dentistry–UCLA School of Dentistry

ABOUT ME
Dr. Pham says, “There are so many things I love about this profession that it’s hard to just pick one! However, I can easily say that I am flooded with joy when seeing a smile on my patient’s face whether it be after relieving them of dental pain, transforming their smile, or just having a pleasant conversation with them. Dentistry has had a huge impact on my life and to be able to bring that to others to give back means the world to me.”

“In undergrad, I volunteered with a dentist on a bus in the middle of nowhere providing free dental services to those who were unable to receive care. It was by far the most rewarding and most fascinating experience I had ever had. The patients were so grateful that the dentist was able to help them and even just listen to them. It was right then and there that I knew that I wanted to be a dentist.”

After graduating from the University of Florida, Dr. Pham received her Dental Degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. To keep up with evolving technology, she’s a member of the American Dental Education Association, the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Association for Women Dentists.

Dr. Pham says, “Hobbies of mine include hiking, scrapbooking, windsurfing, and running. Traveling is one of my favorite things to do because I love exploring the world around me. Plus, I like the fact that I can try some new and interesting foods!”

“I have just recently moved to the great state of Washington from sunny Florida and am so honored to be treating a community that is so welcoming, diverse, and lively!”

EDUCATION
B.S., Food Science & Human Nutrition–University of Florida
D.M.D.– University of Florida College of Dentistry

AFFILIATIONS
American Dental Education Association
Academy of General Dentistry
American Association for Women Dentists

ABOUT ME
Dr. David Kang believes patient education is a critical component in successful treatments. He always spends time with his patients going over details of diagnosis and prognosis based on clinical evaluations and research studies recommending evidence-based treatments. All of his patients and referring doctors complement and appreciate him for his great chair-side manner!

After graduating from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Dr. Kang received his M.S. in Biotechnology from Johns Hopkins University. He completed his dental degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and his Masters degree in Endodontics from the Harvard University School of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Kang grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina and worked as a computer engineer at IBM before he joined the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland for his master’s degree in Biotechnology.

EDUCATION
B.A., Computer Engineering–Georgia Institute of Technology
M.S., Biotechnology–Johns Hopkins University
D.M.D.– University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine
M.M.Sc., Endodontics–Harvard University School of Dental Medicine

About Me
Dr. Wang says, “Having a great smile is important and makes a huge impact during first impressions. I like to be able to make a positive difference in a patient’s life.” Sometimes it means taking people out of pain or improving their smile and self image. His ultimate goal is to provide treatments that will lead to a lifetime of healthy teeth. As an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Wang appreciates the delicate and sophisticated nature of his work and how his clients may find this complexity daunting. He carefully describes their course of treatment and welcomes the close involvement of his clients. He also enjoys getting to know them personally.
After graduating from UC Berkeley, Dr. Wang received his Dental Degree from the Columbia University School of Dentistry. He was later awarded his Medical Degree from Southwestern Medical School. He also speaks Mandarin.
In his free time, Dr. Wang can be found on active adventures. He says, “I enjoy anything outdoors. Especially cycling, rock climbing and running.”

Education

B.S., Biology–UC Berkeley
D.D.S.–Columbia University School of Dentistry
M.D.–Southwestern Medical School

Affiliations

American Dental Association

About Me
Dr. Matthys says, “I see dentistry as the dual harmony of science and creativity. It gives you the opportunity to be a scientist and an artist all at once, with the final product being a healthy and fantastic smile!”

“I’m trilled to be working with the Gentle Dental team, and to serve the community of Lakewood, Dr. Matthys says. “I like being involved in patients’ lives on a regular basis: we get to work with all kinds and types of people, see them at different times in their life over the course of their orthodontic treatment. It’s fun to watch their smile and their lives change one month after the other. It is a tremendous honor to be involved with people in this special way.”

After graduating from Loyola Marymount University, Dr. Matthys received her Dental Degree and her M.S.D. in Orthodontics from the University of Washington School of Dentistry. She’s a member of the many organizations including the American Association of Orthodontics, the Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists and the Washington State Society of Orthodontists.

Dr. Matthys says, “Family is the most important thing for me. We spend a lot of time getting together for events, meals and outdoor activities. Hobbies I enjoy include working out–running, snowboarding and hiking. I’m newly interested in fishing and backpacking and look forward to our Northwest Summers! I also love to watch all kinds of sporting events and I look forward to the NBA in Seattle again!”

Education

B.S., Biology–Loyola Marymount University

D.D.S.–University of Washington School of Dentistry

M.S.D., Orthodontics–University of Washington School of Dentistry

Awards

Washington Association of Women Dentists Award

James and Joyce Oates Scholarship for clinical excellence

Affiliations

American Dental Association

Washington Dental Association

American Association of Orthodontics

Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists

Washington State Society of Orthodontists