Kristin Horman, DDS

Owner

“I enjoy the relationships with my patients—getting to know them more personally,” says Dr. Horman, whose practice focuses on orthodontics. “I also enjoy the positive outcome and well-being that a patient experiences after treatment. Particularly with orthodontics, I enjoy seeing the change that occurs as the problems begin to resolve and the patient gets to experience better function and a beautiful smile.” MORE

Harold E. Butler, DDS, MHA

“I went into dentistry because I enjoy the combination of art and science, the variety and challenge, and making people happy,” says Dr. Butler. “I am casual, straightforward, and open with patients. I try to give them enough information to make good decisions about their dental health. Most of all, I care about what is best for the patient. It keeps my head out of the clouds and my feet on the ground.” MORE

Omar G. DeOliveira, DDS

“I chose dentistry because of my interest in the health care field and the opportunity to create a good impact in patients’ lives through our work and relationship with them,” says Dr. DeOliveira. “The results of our work include giving patients a beautiful smile, helping them when they are in pain, rehabilitating their chewing function, and creating a lasting bond with them, which is important to me. MORE

Robert P. Renck, DDS

“Dentistry is enjoyable to me because of the variety of procedures and the challenge of problem-solving,” says Dr. Renck. “The immediate feedback after fixing a patient’s dental problem is very rewarding. I endeavor to make dental visits a low-stress experience with quick, quality treatment and minimal discomfort." MORE

Carl S. Appleton, DDS

“It brings me satisfaction to know that I work in the field that treats the number one infectious disease in the U.S.—the disease that causes cavities,” says Dr. Appleton. “Accomplishing procedures successfully brings me daily satisfaction in my work." MORE

Niraj P. Patel, DDS

“I find dentistry to be a very challenging and rewarding profession,” says Dr. Patel. “Growing up, I witnessed how poor oral health affected my grandmother, and I wanted to help prevent others from enduring the same hardships. I enjoy being able to make significant improvements in people’s lives by restoring their self-confidence, self-image, and ability to eat and speak properly." MORE

Eric Cho, DDS

“As a dental provider, I feel that communication is vital to a successful doctor-patient relationship,” says Dr. Cho. “I realized very early on that patients really appreciated it when I took the time to explain why certain problems arose and the various ways we could try to fix them. In addition, I find it very beneficial to try to put myself in my patients’ shoes and always consider, Is this a treatment I would choose for myself?" MORE

Ryan Williams, DDS

"I chose dentistry because it combines several areas that I enjoy,” says Dr. Williams. “I like doing intricate work with my hands. I enjoy spending time with patients, discovering their priorities for care, educating them on the treatment options that are available to reach their goals, and then following through with the treatment plan. My goal is to treat every patient with gentleness and respect—just as I would want to be treated." MORE