Dr. Mona Houshiar is a pediatric dentist in Houston, TX with 17 years of experience caring for children's teeth and gums. She completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Connecticut and has additional training from UCLA and VA hospitals, making her well-equipped to handle everything from routine cleanings to teeth grinding and sports dentistry. Dr. Houshiar believes the best dental care focuses on prevention and education, and she uses gentle, age-appropriate techniques to help children feel comfortable and safe in the dental chair. She stays current with the latest technology, including digital X-rays, soft tissue lasers, and special treatments like silver diamine fluoride to protect developing teeth. When she's not treating patients, Dr. Houshiar volunteers to provide dental care for underprivileged children in the community. She is accepting new patients and is a member of both the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

General Dentistry Residency (2 years) - VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center
Postdoctoral Residency Training At The University Of Connecticut
Va West Los Angeles Healthcare CenterResidency Hospital
University Of California At Los Angeles (ucla)Medical School, 2009
Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry - University of Connecticut
Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS) - University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA), 2009

NPI registered: 06/09/2009

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryPreventive careFinger sucking or pacifier habitsTeeth grindingSpace maintenanceKids sports dentistryRestorative dentistry for childrenPulp therapy in childrenTooth extractionsWisdom tooth removalGum disease treatmentOral sedation dentistrySpecial needs dentistryEmergency pediatric dentistry

Technology & Equipment

Digital X-rays
Soft tissue laser procedures
Silver Diamine Fluoride treatment
ICON White Spot treatment
Nitrous oxide sedation
IV sedation or general anesthesia

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
American Dental Association

Beyond the Office

Community service to underprivileged children outside the office

Born in Oklahoma City

Grew up in Tehran, Iran

Lived in multiple cities including Vancouver, Los Angeles, and West Hartford before settling in Houston

Enjoys traveling

Enjoys working out and playing tennis

Plays piano

Enjoys sampling international cuisines

Spends free time with friends and family

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