We’re passionate about caring for people in the same way we’d care for our own families.
Jane Choi, DDS
Background & Education
Dr. Choi is an East Coast transplant who spent her early years moving between Seoul, Maryland, Tokyo, and North Carolina. She actually got her start in forensic dentistry, studying skeletal remains as an anthropology undergrad, but decided that she’d much rather interact with living people. She went on to earn her dental doctorate with honors from the University of North Carolina School of Dentistry in Chapel Hill, followed by post-graduate training at the VA Medical Center in Long Beach.
Serving & Surgery
Through the years, Dr. Choi has filled her passport with dental mission trips to Guatemala and Honduras, and expanded her surgical and interdisciplinary training through hospital externships in Brazil and South Africa.
Teaching & Training
To share her passion and knowledge in dentistry, Dr. Choi taught as an instructor at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. She continues to stay at the cutting edge of dentistry through continuing education, taking over 100 hours of advanced training each year. She has completed the UCSF Dental Sleep Medicine residency for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with oral appliances, a Mastership in Biomimetic Dentistry to provide patients with ethical, long-lasting and conservative restorations, and is a graduate of the prestigious Kois Center for advanced training in jaw function and facially-driven aesthetics.
Home Life
Outside the office, Dr. Choi and her husband are usually chasing their two kids around San Francisco on a mission to find the city's best playgrounds (and great coffee along the way) and squeezing in hikes along the California coast whenever they can.
Nancy Ly, DDS
Background & Education
Born and raised in San Jose, Dr. Ly received her B.S. in Biology at the University of the Pacific. She went on to the UOP School of Dentistry where she earned her dental doctorate with honors and received the first-place award for Clinical Excellence in Complex Restorative Dentistry. Following graduation, she completed the General Practice Residency program at Jacobi Hospital in New York City.
Teaching & Training
Dr. Ly is a faculty member in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry. She has also completed the UCSF Sleep Medicine Residency for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with oral appliances, a Mastership in Biomimetic Dentistry, and is a graduate of the prestigious Kois Center in Seattle, Washington.
Home Life
She loves spending time with her husband and their two children. She also enjoys being a soccer mom, baking, and planning unforgettable themed parties.
Kimberly Louie, DDS
Background & Education
Dr. Louie was born and raised in Sacramento. Although both parents and her sister are optometrists, her passion for oral health led her to dentistry. She received her B.S. in Biology at Cal Poly, followed by her Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the University of the Pacific in San Francisco.
Advanced training
As a lifelong learner, she is Invisalign® Certified, has completed the UCSF Residency in Sleep Medicine to provide care for patients with obstructive sleep apnea, and has received training at the Kois Center where she learned the latest in aesthetics, implants, and restorative dentistry.
Serving others
After completing her degrees, Dr. Louie set off to Jamaica and Peru on mission trips as a volunteer dentist, where she served the dental needs of people without access to traditional oral healthcare.
Home Life
She enjoys exploring new parks and trails to hike, baking, traveling, drawing, and painting.
LEanne Lew, DDS
Background & Education
As a San Francisco native, Dr. Lew loves serving the community she grew up in. She earned her B.A. in Biology with a specialization in Neuroscience at Boston University and completed a master’s degree in biological sciences from CSU East Bay. She spent time as a dental assistant before graduating with honors from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry.
Advanced Training
Committed to clinical excellence, Dr. Lew has completed extensive continuing education in Biomimetic Dentistry as well as training at the Kois Center.
Home Life
She loves spending time with her husband and two daughters. She also enjoys cheering on our local teams – Warriors, Niners, Giants, and Sharks.
Patricia Nguyen, DMD
Background & Education
Though Dr. Nguyen has lived all over California, she calls the Bay Area home. She graduated from the University of California Berkeley with a focus on Integrative Biology and completed her dental doctorate at Western University of Health Sciences. There, she was honored to be on the Dean’s List and received awards from the American Association of Public Health Dentistry from her contributions to community health.
Advanced training
With a passion for being on the leading-edge of dental advancements, she enjoys digital dentistry and is a graduate from the prestigious Kois Center.
Serving others
Dr. Nguyen has volunteered at local free clinics and enjoys the opportunities to serve vulnerable populations. She has also worked in community health centers.
Home Life
She loves exploring and adventuring with her husband and their dog. She also enjoys experimenting in the kitchen (food & cocktails), watching films, and making films.
professional and caring
"This place is so professional and caring. The team has incredible expertise and takes time to truly listen and answer any questions. I no long live in the area but continue to go because I think it’s so nice and the people are just great"
Rebecca K.
We can’t wait to meet you!
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