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Even before you meet us face-to-face, we want to ensure that you are familiar with us and our training. Our mission is your beautiful smile results and the satisfaction that comes with a renewed self-confidence. It begins by feeling comfortable with our doctors and staff before moving forward with dental implants.
Dr. Maggie Chao
Dr. Chao started her dental career after graduating from UC Berkeley, and went on to earn a DMD from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. She proceeded to participate in a residency program in Prosthodontics where she received recognition and awards for material science research and clinical care, then went on to earn her Master of Medical Science in Oral Biology. Dr. Chao has pursued advanced training to provide her patients with the very best in care. She returned to California and became an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California in San Francisco. Dr. Chao is also considered an expert in the application of All-on-4™/ Teeth in a Day™, transforming her patient’s smiles.
Dr. Chao is devoted to staying up-to-date on technology and training in dental implants and all aspects of clinical dental care. She serves as a Prosthodontic consultant in many study clubs for the benefit of other dentists in the community, and maintains memberships in the following organizations:
- American Dental Association
- California Dental Association
- Contra Costa Dental Society
- Alameda Dental Society
- American College of Prosthodontics
When she’s not transforming patient smiles, Dr. Chao enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband Wan and two young children.
Dr. Tran Hoang
Dr. Hoang attended UC Irvine and graduated Phi Betta Kappa and Cum Laude with majors in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, along with a minor in Women’s Studies. She went on to graduate from the UCLA School of Dentistry with honors, including the highest honor of the Pacific Coast Society for Prosthodontics and the Section Award in Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Hoang then completed her residency program in Advanced Prosthodontics at UCLA.
Dr. Hoang strongly believes in giving back to the community through her dental care skills. She served as a UCLA-USC Mobile Clinic coordinator, bringing dental services to areas where dental care was difficult to find. She also joined dental outreach teams that traveled to Honduras and Fiji, and with Kerry’s Kids, which is a non-profit organization that provides free care to homeless children in the East Bay area. Along with Dr. Chao, Dr. Hoang also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California in San Francisco.
When she’s outside of the office, Dr. Hoang enjoys hiking, reading, exploring new restaurants in the bay area and spending time with her husband Adam, and their dog, Buster.
Our Team
Dr. Chao and Dr. Hoang are supported by their wonderful staff at Pleasanton Prosthodontics:
Amanda Bordeaux, RDA
Amanda has been assisting Pleasanton Prosthodontics for four years, after receiving her RDA from a vocational school, and her Associate’s Degree in Psychology from Solano Community College. Amanda loves to read, cook, garden, and spend time with her fiance and son.
Karla Steele, RDH BS
Karla is the resident dental hygienist, and graduated as Class President from University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene. Karla enjoys working with Dr. Chao, having joined the practice back in 2008. She enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, and spending time with her husband, friends, and family.
Gina Natali-Woodhead
Gina is the first face you see when you enter our office, as the front office administrator. After joining the team in 2012, Gina has enjoyed helping patients with their administrative needs and answering questions they have. Gina loves spending time with her family and animals.
Request Your Consultation
Are you ready to take control of your oral health, and complete your smile again? Call us for more information on dental implants and the wonders they can do for your smile. We encourage you to schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Chao.
