Dr. Shiny Thomas, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1326165689
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(713) 256-0951Practice Details
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About This Provider
Dr. Shiny Thomas is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 19 years of experience helping children in Austin feel comfortable and excited about their dental health. She specializes in working with anxious children, infants, and kids with special needs, always focusing on creating positive experiences in a warm and caring environment. Dr. Thomas earned her specialty training from UCLA's prestigious Pediatric Dentistry Program and was recognized in the top 3% of all board certification candidates. She uses modern techniques like oral conscious sedation and laser dentistry to make treatments easier for nervous patients. As a mother of two and a lifelong Texan, Dr. Thomas is passionate about teaching families how to build healthy dental habits that last a lifetime, and she's currently accepting new patients with Cigna, Guardian, PPO, Medicaid, and CHIP coverage.
Specialties
- 1
Education & Training
- Specialty Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry, UCLA Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program (2009)
- General Practice Residency, UT Houston Dental Branch and Memorial Hermann Hospital (2005)
- Bachelor of Science in Biology, Baylor University
- Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Dental Branch
Board Certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)
- Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 03/23/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Oral conscious sedation
- Laser dentistry
Awards & Recognition
- Richard C. Pugh Achievement Award for outstanding performance on ABPD Examination (2009)
- Placed in top 3% of all ABPD candidates (2009)
Beyond the Office
Native Texan
Mother of two boys
Plays contemporary and classical piano
Enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with family, friends, and church community
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