Surgical Placement of Dental Implant Near Me in Parker, TX

Dr. James E. Hillstrom believes that living a life of service to others is the greatest thing a person can do. As a dentist, he takes pride in providing top-quality care and long-lasting results to his patients of all ages. He works hard to serve them with advanced dental procedures and effective treatments that give them confidence in their smiles, and he works just as hard to ensure his patients feel comfortable and at ease when they are being cared for. His goal is to treat his patients not as patients, but as friends. No matter what work his patients need done, Dr. Hillstrom is dedicated to giving them a comfortable, fun, and genuine dental experience.

Dr. Hillstrom graduated from Weber State University with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology and a minor in chemistry. He then went on to The Ohio State University to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. He completed advanced dental implant procedures training at the Medical College of Georgia soon after. Today, Dr. Hillstrom stays up to date on the latest dental techniques and technologies by attending over 20 hours of continuing education courses each year, as well as maintaining membership with numerous dental associations including the Dallas County Dental Society, the Weber State Dental Society, the North Texas Dental Society, the Texas Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. He currently treats patients with North Texas Dental Associates. He has been a proud resident of Texas for over 10 years.

Dr. Andrew Lazaris is not only a dentist but an innovator. He designed his practice with his patients’ comfort in mind, often thinking about what he would want from his dentist if the roles were reversed. He was one of the first dentists to put TVs in the office, angled so patients could watch their favorite shows while fully reclined. He was also one of the leading dentists in teeth whitening, helping to popularize the procedure throughout the country. Patients of Dr. Lazaris can feel confident that their dental anxieties will be taken care of, and their health will be treated in a compassionate, professional manner.

Dr. Lazaris is passionate about all areas of dentistry and is proud to be able to offer his patients an extremely wide variety of treatments. He is a general practitioner, cosmetic dentist, radiologist, emergency doctor, and surgeon at the same time. Having so many areas of expertise keeps Dr. Lazaris very occupied, and very excited to go to the office each day.

Dr. Lazaris completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas. He earned his dental degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center. To complete his dental training, he attended the Children’s and VA Hospital of Oklahoma to complete a 2-year general practice residency program. In 1999, he opened his practice, Texas Dental. Throughout his professional career, Dr. Lazaris has done exceptional work, winning him numerous awards. He is the recipient of the Angie’s List General & Cosmetic Dentistry Super Service Award and Dental Economics Magazine’s America’s Coolest Dental Office Award. He has won Texas Monthly’s Super Dentist vote more than 10 times, earning him a place in their Hall of Fame. He was also the Dallas Academy of General Dentistry’s 2013 Dentist of the Year Nominee.

To keep himself well-informed about the latest dental techniques and technologies, Dr. Lazaris is a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, the International College of Dentists, the Academy of General Dentistry, and the American College of Dentistry. He has also held leadership roles in the North Texas Dental Society, the Dallas Academy of General Dentistry, and the Texas Academy of General Dentistry.

I just recently started going to Dr. Drakeford. After my first appointment where she listened to my questions and concerns, she scheduled an appointment 3 days afterward for my crown prep and a temporary partial. I was worried about losing a tooth anchor for a filed 5 tooth bridge and not having a partial to make it look more natural until the treatment was complete. Dr. Drakeford took my concerns away and made me feel calm and comfortable. She had a new assistant who actually came in on her day off to help her with me. Friday was supposed to be her day off too, but she still came in and saw me. I left feeling very satisfied, and they were both very nice. The front desk staff was kind and caring. The office is very big and has the latest technology. They offer more operations than any other dentist in Dallas. The office is beautiful, and so is the art they hang up on the walls. I recommend this place, and I feel very lucky to have found them.

Dr. Yoon Kim is a restorative and cosmetic dentist dedicated to helping her patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. She completed her undergraduate studies at Baylor University and then earned her dental degree from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine. She attended an advanced general dentist residency program at the University of Buffalo. She treats patients of all ages and has practiced in California, New York, and Texas where she continues to live and work today. She is an active member of the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association.

Dr. Abdul Jabbar Khan has been providing top-quality care to patients for over 20 years. His introduction to the dental industry was working as a dental assistant. Once he discovered dentistry as his passion, he applied to dental school to earn his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. After graduating from Tufts Dental School in Boston, MA, he became a practicing dentist, devoting his life to helping others achieve their oral health goals. He has been involved in dentistry since 2003 and has been practicing in Houston for over 10 years. He keeps himself updated on the latest and most effective dental procedures by frequently attending continuing education courses.

Dr. Jeremy Unger has been a practicing dentist since 2009, providing his patients with top-quality care and high-tech procedures. Although he is interested in all areas of dentistry, his biggest passion is dental technology. He makes sure to incorporate the latest dental tech into his practice, allowing him to offer same-day in-office crowns, 3D imaging, dental implants, laser cavity detention and therapy, and intra-oral digital cameras. When he is not treating patients, Dr. Unger is educating other dentists on ways they can improve their practices with dental tech and provide better care to their own patients.

Dr. Unger earned his aviation engineering management bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University and then went on to join the United States Marine Corps. His goal was to become a commissioned officer, but he soon discovered that dentistry was his true calling. After serving on land and sea and learning irreplaceable critical thinking and leadership skills, he returned to Ohio State University to earn his dental degree. He graduated in 2009 and has been practicing dentistry ever since.

Dr. Cecile Nguyen has been a practicing dentist for over 10 years. Besides being passionate about providing her patients with top-quality dentistry and personalized care, she is also passionate about community service and helping under-served populations live better lives. She worked with the National Health Service Corporation providing free dental treatments to those in need.

Dr. Nguyen completed her undergraduate studies at Tulane University. She earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Louisiana State University.

Dr. Ron Taylor is passionate about numerous areas of dentistry and can provide his patients with a wide variety of high-quality treatments and procedures. He offers same-day emergency care, digital dentures, and same-day crowns. He specializes in Invisalign and moderate (conscious) IV Sedation and has specialized in dental implant surgery since 2003. His goal is to ensure that the community of Van Zandt County receives the best dental care possible.

Dr. Taylor earned his undergraduate degree from Brigham Young University in Spanish linguistics with a minor in chemistry. He earned his DDS degree in 1998 from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center.