THE KIDS SMILE CENTER TEAM PROVIDES EXCELLENT LOVE AND CARE TO EACH AND EVERY ONE OF OUR PATIENTS.

We want to help everyone. Our friendly and knowledgeable team speak several languages (English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Hindi, Punjabi) in case someone needs a translator for their dental needs, we are here to help!

DR. MY-HANH NGUYEN

Dr. Nguyen earned her bachelors degree in Chemistry from Xavier University in 2004. She received her doctorate at Louisiana State University School of Dentistry in 2009. With over 6 years of dental experience as an associate, she decided to open up her private practice, Little Smiles Dentistry. In 2019, she decided that she was ready for the challenge of being a multi-practice owner when she took over Kids Smile Center in Plano.

She believes that fun and educational early dental experiences can help children establish healthy habits for a lifetime of great smiles.

In her free time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys her family time with her husband, Chinh, and their four children… Jimmy, Emerson, Henry and Jade.

DR. KRISHNA PATEL

Dr. Patel grew up in Eugene, OR, where she grew to love hiking, reading, and nature. Life brought her to San Antonio, Texas in 2008. She graduated summa cum laude from University of Texas at San Antonio with a degree in Biology. She received her dental training at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio, where she received the Award of Clinical Excellence. Dr. Patel has been with Kids Smile Center since 2020 and has become a pillar of our team and community.

Dr. Patel recently married her dental school sweetheart, which is what brought her to Dallas. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, participating in cultural activities and cooking.

DR. LIZZETH RODRIGUEZ

Dr. Rodriguez was born and raised in a small town in Mexico. She moved to Texas at the age of nine. She graduated with a Psychology degree from Baylor University in Waco, Texas and later earned her dental degree from Case Western University School of Dental Medicine. She stayed in Ohio another year doing a Residency in General Dentistry.

Having braces as a teenager led Dr. Rodriguez to fall in love with dentistry. She strives to continue providing the best dental care for her patients of all ages. In her free time she likes to spend time spoiling her two cats, reading, running, and exploring foods with her husband.

DR. PAVANYA MANTENA

Dr. Mantena grew up in the Frisco area since 2007! She graduated summa cum laude in Healthcare studies from the University of Texas at Dallas and received her doctorate from UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry. While at school, she was part of many volunteering organizations both on and off campus.

Dr. Mantena was so thrilled to be back in her hometown in the Dallas area to give back to her community though her work! She has always loved working with kids and is excited to be doing it everyday. In her spare time she enjoys exploring new places, hiking, painting, and reading!