I grew up in Lafayette, Louisiana and upon graduating from the University of Texas Houston Dental Branch in 1989, decided to make Houston my home. After a one year General Residency Program at the Olin E. Teague Veteran's Hospital in Temple Texas, I returned to Houston to begin my general dentistry practice in 1990.
It is hard to imagine that I am entering my 31st year of practice. I have enjoyed immensely the quality dentistry that I have provided through those years and the lives that were touched and those that touched me personally. Those young patients that I treated since grade school are now having their own children. Since we are a family dental practice, it has been a great pleasure to provide the same quality dentistry for their children as I did for the parents.
Since my dental startup, I have continued to enhance my skills and knowledge through many hours of continuing education programs and courses to stay current in the advancements of the dental field. I continuously search for the newest technologies, products, and techniques, adapting only those that I believe will have a greater benefit for my patients. Further, I have accumulated more than 500 hours of continued education, a feat that is much desired and commendable. We are a full service dental office that offers cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
During my time away from work, you will most likely find me spending time on the baseball and soccer field with my son and daughter. I have enjoyed watching and coaching my kids in their sports, as well as having the privilege to sponsor many of my patient's and the teams they belong to in Friendswood, Pearland, and League City.
Fast forward to present days.
My son graduated from Lamar U and received his Master of Mech Engineering at U of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is now working for Boeing, is engaged to Madison who is a labor and delivery nurse at Texas Children Hospital. Christian bought a house in Clear Lake close to work and I have the enjoyment of his calls for fixing things at his house.
My daughter is now in dental hygiene school at UT Health Science Center in Houston. Peyton will receive her bachelor in hygiene in summer of 2023. We miss her terribly that she lives close to the medical center but will travel for her mother's cooking.
I consider it a privilege that you have taken the time to inquire into my office. My aim each day is to give my patients the time that they feel they need to talk with me about their dental needs, concerns, and desires for a healthier smile. Your comfort and care is most important to us!
My staff and I welcome you to our dental family.
I am the oldest child and have 2 siblings. My dad and brother are both dentists and my younger sister has a financial degree. I love dentistry, especially the relationship that I build with my patients. I graduated in 2004 from Tyler School of Dental Hygiene after 2 years of college.
I am married to my husband Brad and we have a 14 year old daughter, Delaney and son Cullen. I am a seasoned member and enjoys working with Dr. Dao and his dental team since 2008.
Greetings!
I am from a small town in the SETX area called Sabine Pass. I am the youngest of 6 siblings. After graduating from Sabine Pass High School in 2015 I moved to Beaumont to pursue a higher education at Lamar University. After 2 years in college, I decided to pursue a career in dentistry and decided to attend the dental hygiene program at Lamar Institute of Technology. I graduated in 2020 and moved to the League City area where I began working.
In October 2021, I became a team member in Dr. Dao’s office and I have loved every minute of this office as well as the Dental Hygiene profession. Being able to help patients obtain beautiful smiles, develop friendly connections, and continuing to improve in my profession everyday is one of the best feelings I could ask for in my career.
I began working as a dental assistant shortly before graduating from high school and realized the value of care that I could give to each patient when they had questions about their dental treatment or were experiencing that nervousness that many feel. I decided then that I would continue my work as a dental assistant. Making a patient’s visit, whether it is an adult or child, as comfortable as possible is very important to me and what I do. I have worked as a dental assistant for almost 24 years now and still continue to enjoy both the challenges and the rewards that it has for me daily!
My time spent away from the office is filled with lots of family time; I am married, have two boys and enjoy spending time with them and their activities. Finding time to read is also a great way for me to relax. Shawnda celebrated her 21th year with Dr Dao.
As the appointment and financial coordinator for our office, I make every effort possible to ensure that if it is your desire to have dental treatment completed in our office, that you have all the information you need to make an informed decision about your dental health care. Every effort is made to include the coordination of your dental benefits if you are working with an insurance plan, your financial obligations before any treatment is started, and that you understand why the treatment was recommended to you. I firmly believe that by working with you in this way, we can truly make a difference in building a long standing relationship with our patients.
I'm a happily married mommy of three beautiful kids. I've called Houston home for over 30 years and have been in the dental field for over 30 years. I love helping our patients with their dental care and insurance needs. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, baking, and watching football with my husband.
