About Heart Dental in Carson, CA
Meet Dr. Thu Tran
Dr. Tran is the founder and dentist at Heart Dental in Carson. She was born and raised in Vietnam. She went to the University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Vietnam before moving to the US. She resumed her college education, majoring in biology at Fullerton Community College, and graduated magna cum laude in biology from the University of California, Irvine. Dr. Tran earned her dental degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, and completed her Advanced Education in General Practice residency at NYU Langone Health. She had practiced at multiple private offices before starting her own office.
Dedicated to providing quality and compassionate dental care to all patients, Dr. Tran has a particular interest in cosmetic, orthodontics, and dental implants. She has undergone further training to expand her dental expertise and become a well-rounded clinician. She has encountered many patients who seek to improve their dental health and enhance their smiles but require multi-phase treatments such as cavity and pain control, restorative procedures, orthodontics, and dental implants. Her goal is to offer expert care to her patients within a comprehensive and trusted dental home.
Dr. Tran has gentle touch and compassionate demeanor.
In her leisure time, she enjoys taking walks in nature and indulging in crafting activities. Dr. Tran resides with her husband, Eric, and their cat Chillvia, in West Carson, California.
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Heart Dental Mission
Our mission at Heart Dental is to offer you and your family the finest dental care in a comfortable environment. We want to be a place where you feel at ease and confident in the care you receive. We are passionate about what we do and endeavor to make a difference for our patients. You will always be treated with professionalism and respect here.
Honesty
We strive for transparence in communication about diagnoses, treatments, expectation, and costs. We present treatments that are necessary and appropriate for your need. There is no up-sale or pressure to treatments. Our goal is to build trust and empower you to make informed decisions to achieve long-term dental health and transformed smiles.
Excellency
We love what we do and strive for the quality of work that we’re proud of. Our goal is transform patient smiles without sending patients to different places, which require expertise in different areas. We love learning and keep updated with new dental knowledge and skills. Our office is also equipped with advanced equipment for better diagnosis and safe procedures.
Kindness
We recognize that dental visits can trigger anxiety and fear, and that dental issues can arise from various causes. That’s why we nurture a welcoming environment where patients feel safe and valued. Regardless of your dental history or concerns, we’re here to listen attentively, provide personalized care, and support you on your journey to a healthy smile. There will be no judgement, no lectures, ever.
Patient’s satisfaction
We are confident in our patience and skills, and we are committed to working with you until you are satisfied.
Facility
Welcome to our warm and welcoming office! We wanted you to feel comfortable and at ease. Our dental office is located in Carson on Avalon Blvd, close to Carson Pavilion mall, with easy access from the street and plenty parking.
We invest in the latest dental technology equipment to ensure accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, safe procedures, and efficient process, and predictable results for our patients
3-D CT Scanner
We take pride in offering 3-D cone beam CT scanning technology at our office. This advanced imaging provides a three-dimensional view of your bone and anatomical structures, enhancing accuracy compared to traditional 2D x-rays. This essential tool aids in precise diagnosis, treatment planning, and safe procedures, including dental implants, orthodontics, and root canals.
Intra-oral scanner
We’re proud to offer an intra-oral scanner at our office, allowing us to capture digital models of your teeth and gums. This technology is invaluable for planning orthodontic treatments, aligning teeth, and designing smiles in cosmetic cases. Combined with 2D photos, it provides a preview of your designed smile, guiding us to achieve optimal results. With our 3-D CT scanner, we continuously refine our smile transformation process.
Digital 2-D X-rays
It’s standard practice for dental offices to use intra-oral 2-D x-rays to detect dental cavities. Digital 2-D x-rays offer significantly lower radiation exposure compared to non-digital methods. In addition to standard intra-oral 2-D digital x-rays, we offer panoramic and cephalometric views with analysis, aiding in diagnosis and treatment planning for orthodontic and oral surgery procedures.