519 Falling Leaf Alley
Monrovia, CA 91016
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Specializing In:
-ENDODONTICS
-ORAL SURGERY
-PERIODONTICS
Tel: (626) 239-6437
Where Compassion Meets Quality
Message from Our Doctors
Welcome to True Dental Specialties! We deeply subscribe to three core values: Being Ethical, Being Compassionate and Being Quality Oriented. We understand that getting a root canal, extraction, implant or gum surgery can conjure up some anxiety. But we're here to lower that as much as possible by properly explaining, showing respect & kindness, providing gentle care and giving appropriate options. We hope your experience will be positive as we're in a partnership with you to maintain the best health for your mouth.
Our Doctors
Our Endodontists
Dr. David C. Han
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Dr. David Han is a Board Certified Endodontist with Master of Science degrees in Biomedical Sciences/Immunology and Oral Biology. He received his endodontic training from UCLA. He strives to make sure patients understand their treatment, are as comfortable as possible and that kindness is stressed from beginning to end. Dr. Han teaches part-time as the Clinic Director of UCLA School of Dentistry’s Endodontic Post-Graduate Clinic and also helps oversee their surgical program.
Dr. Han is married with two children. In his spare time, he loves to spend time with his family, help with church activities and cook.
Dr. Laurel F Martinez
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Dr. Laurel Martinez is a Board Certified Endodontist who received her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree from Harvard School of Dental Medicine. She continued her training to specialize in Endodontics at UCLA. Dr. Martinez's training and experience provides patients with quality care and comfortable chair-side manner. Dr. Martinez teaches part-time at UCLA School of Dentistry and continues to stay informed on dental science & new technologies by participating in continuing education courses.
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During her free time, she enjoys running, cycling, and spending quality time with her daughter, husband and their dog, Miko.
Dr. Kevin J Song
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Dr. Kevin Song is a Board Certified Endodontist who received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Michigan School of Dentistry. He went on to a General Practice Residency and subsequently practiced general dentistry. He later found his true calling and continued his education specializing in Endodontics at UCLA. His passion for endodontics along with his compassion for patients makes him a perfect fit for our community. Dr. Song teaches part-time at UCLA School of Dentistry and continues to stay informed with up to date continuing education.
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During his free time, Dr. Song enjoys spending time with his wife and two amazing sons.
Our Oral Surgeon
Dr. Veronica Gonzalez
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Dr. Gonzalez is a Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon who received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the UCLA School of Dentistry. She went onto a general practice residency program and subsequently continued on to specialize in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Harbor-UCLA. She also teaches part-time as an attending at Martin Luther King's Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department. Dr. Gonzalez is active in multiple professional associations and is constantly up to date with the latest advancements in both biological and technological advancements.
In her free time, Dr. Gonzalez loves yoga, salsa dancing, swimming, traveling and spending time with family.
Our Periodontist
Dr. Irene Tam​
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Dr. Irene Tam is a Board Certified Periodontist who graduated from UCLA School of Dentistry and continued onto her specialty training in Periodontics at UCLA. She has a rich background in Periodontology and Implant dentistry and prioritizes placing patient's needs first. She is an excellent communicator and explains things in ways that patients can appreciate and understand. Periodontics is often progressive and long standing, so Dr. Tam really connects with patients well so a collaborative effort can be made to strengthen the health of gums and surrounding tissues around teeth.
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In her free time, Dr. Tam enjoys ballet, ice skating and traveling with her family.