Meet Our Doctors

Tom Thai Lam, DDS

Board Certified

Education

Dr. Lam began his education at the University of California, Riverside where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science. From there he decided to pursue a career in dentistry at the New York University, College of Dentistry. While working toward his Doctorate’s Degree in Dental Surgery, Dr. Lam excelled to the top of his class and was recognized by Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) for his academic excellence.

Biography

Following the acquisition of his doctorate, Dr. Lam determined he would like to specialize in children’s dentistry. As a result, he underwent an intense residency at the University of Tennessee. In addition to practicing at the University of Tennessee’s pediatric clinic, Dr. Lam served other various pediatric facilities, including Crittenden Regional Hospital, Lebonheur Children’s Hospital, and St. Jude’s Research Hospital.

Accordingly, Dr. Lam has extensive knowledge and experience working with children, including infants, children of special needs, medically compromised individuals, as well as those with severe anxieties. Because Dr. Lam has had a wide variety of training and experience, his scope of practice includes the ability to deliver full mouth dental rehabilitation under general anesthesia; and to deliver safe and effective in-office Sleep Dentistry via administration of nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation via pharmacological agents such as Hydroxyzine, Versed, and Demerol.

Dr. Lam invites you and your family to drop in or schedule an appointment for at least an oral exam and cleaning. Your child’s dental development and practice is important to him. He would like to ensure that your child receives a pleasant dental experience and accordingly, the education and guidance to avoid preventable pediatric and adult dental diseases.

Dr. Crystal Hanano, DMD

Board Certified

Education

Dr. Crystal completed her undergraduate education at the University of California, Los Angeles where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychobiology.  She then made her way to Utah to pursue her career in dentistry, where she obtained her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree at Roseman University of Health Sciences.  Dr. Crystal wanted to further her career and specialize in pediatric dentistry.  She completed her residency at NYU Langone Dental Medicine in San Diego and became a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist through the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Biography

Dr. Crystal grew up in Los Angeles, and is grateful to be back in Southern California where she can be close to her family.  During her spare time, Dr. Crystal enjoys spending quality time with her husband and dog, Mimi.  She loves trying new foods and restaurants as well as playing basketball and traveling.