Meet Our Warmhearted Pediatric Dentists in Richmond, TX

Dr. Vincent Luan, D.D.S. Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Vincent Luan is passionate about providing his patients with the highest standard of dental care possible. He devotes himself to educating children and their families about the importance of prioritizing and maintaining oral health, and he does everything he can to make every dental experience fun, comfortable, and effective!

Dr. Vincent attended Strake Jesuit College Preparatory in Houston and proceeded to obtain his undergraduate in Pre-Dentistry at Baylor University. He continued his education at the University of Texas Dental Branch and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree before completing a hospital residency at the West Los Angeles Veteran’s Administration, part of the UCLA Medical system. Dr. Vincent then went on to practice dentistry in Arizona and Texas, where he focused on treating children. These experiences prompted him to pursue and complete two years of specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at St. Barnabas Hospital, which is part of the Cornell system in New York. While there, he served as Chief Resident in the Pediatric Dental Department.

Dr. Vincent is dedicated to giving back and participates in the Give Kids A Smile program, and has lead mission trips to Honduras and Guatemala in an effort to provide dentistry to children without access to modern dental treatments and procedures. He’s also on staff at Texas Children’s Hospital, served as Team Dentist for Houston Rockets and Houston Texans, and is a member of the US Olympic Dental Committee, and he’s the former president of the Houston Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. When he’s not caring for smiles, he loves spending time with his family and teaching at the University of Texas Houston Dental Branch.

Why I Became A Pediatric Dentist

In the seventh grade, I suffered a traumatic injury to my mouth, which resulted in a broken front tooth. My family often struggled financially, and unfortunately, my parents did not have the means to pay for me to have my tooth fixed. I remember feeling self-conscious, uncomfortable and would rarely smile. Kids often teased me and called me names, which greatly affected my self-esteem and confidence. After what seemed like an eternity living with my damaged smile, I was able to get my tooth fixed. Once again, I was back to the happy, confident young man my family, friends and teachers knew.

Adversity is one of life’s few guarantees. It comes in all shapes and sizes and we all handle it differently. It was because of this childhood experience that I chose to pursue a career in pediatric dentistry. I strive to help children feel confident and empowered by exhibiting a bright, happy and healthy smile.

Dr. Alice Luan, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, D.D.S.

Focused on providing calming and attentive care that puts even the most anxious or fearful patients at ease, Dr. Alice Luan loves getting to know her patients and their families, and devotes herself to delivering empathetic and effective dental services that enable patients to achieve and maintain healthy smiles for life.

Dr. Alice achieved her undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan and obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center. After graduating, Dr. Alice completed a general practice residency at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine.

It was during her time at Harvard that Dr. Alice realized her passion in the field of dentistry was in the prevention and provision of dental care for children. She pursued and received her postdoctoral certificate in pediatric dentistry at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio.

Dr. Alice is passionate about participating in school-based education and screening programs and volunteers at local community clinics. She is also proud to be on staff at Texas Children's Hospital, is on the Harvard University Admissions Committee, and is a member of several dental boards, associations, and academies.

During her free time, Dr. Alice enjoys spending time with friends and family – and especially her two children!

Dr. Manika Patwari, Board Certified Orthodontist, D.M.D., M.S.

Dr. Manika Patwari is a Board Certified orthodontist who believes in changing the world - one smile at a time! She was born and raised in New Delhi, India, and was exposed to healthcare early on by her parents, both of whom are Pediatricians. Her own Orthodontist further inspired her and helped her understand how good dental care and healthy smiles affect our overall well-being and self confidence.

Her passion for art and science culminated in the start of her dental education in India. After earning her Bachelor in Dental Surgery and Internship, she moved to the United States and completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Boston University. Subsequently, Dr. Manika completed her residency in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at Marquette University, Wisconsin, where she received extensive training in the diagnosis, treatment planning, and management of complex orthodontic cases.

Dr. Manika is a Board Certified Orthodontist, which means she has completed a rigorous examination process and has demonstrated a high level of knowledge and expertise in the field of orthodontics. She is also an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Association of Orthodontists, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists.

She is committed to providing her patients with the highest quality orthodontic care in a comfortable and friendly environment. Helping her patients achieve beautiful, healthy smiles that can improve their self-esteem and overall quality of life is truly gratifying.

Dr. Karen Leung, D.D.S.

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Dr. Lydia Brett, D.M.D.

Dr. Lydia Brett’s approach to dentistry strongly emphasizes preventive and all-encompassing care for her patients. She focuses on instilling good oral hygiene habits in children from an early age and loves nothing more than providing her patients with compassionate and knowledgeable guidance to help ensure their smiles remain healthy throughout their lives!

Dr. Brett grew up in Canada before moving to the U.S. to pursue her dental career. She attended Temple University’s Kornberg School of Dentistry, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. A few years after graduating, Dr Brett entered the UTHealth Houston Pediatric Dental Residency program, where she received in-depth training in pediatric dentistry.

She is proud to be an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Houston Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

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