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Founder & Lead Dentist
Dr. James Ho
D.M.D., M.P.H.
Dr. James Ho brings over 20 years of full-time clinical experience and a rare dual perspective to dental medicine: the clinical mastery of a Harvard D.M.D. and the population-health lens of an M.P.H. Known for solving cases other practices consider "hopeless," Dr. Ho combines comprehensive skill across implants, orthodontics, endodontics, and periodontics to deliver complete care under one roof. He is fluent in English and Cantonese, and places strong emphasis on patient consensus at every stage of treatment planning.
- Harvard School of Dental Medicine — D.M.D.
- Harvard University — M.P.H. (Public Health)
- Functional Jaw Orthopedics & Orthodontics
- Dental Implants & Bone Regeneration
- Root Canal Treatment
- Periodontal Health Restoration
- CAD-CAM & Laser Dentistry
Associate Dentist
Dr. Ryan Ho
D.M.D.
Dr. Ryan Ho grew up right here in Palo Alto: the same streets, the same community, the same neighbors who have trusted his father, Dr. James Ho, for over two decades. Inspired by watching his father transform patients' lives through dentistry, Dr. Ryan pursued the same path and earned his D.M.D. with a biochemistry foundation from UC Davis. He brings the warmth of someone who truly knows this community, combined with a gentle, patient-first approach that reflects everything the Ho family stands for. Having a father as one of the Bay Area's most respected dentists is a high bar, and Dr. Ryan rises to it every day.
- Roseman University of Health Sciences — D.M.D.
- General & Family Dentistry
- Preventive Care
- Holistic Patient-Centered Treatment
- Restorative Dentistry
Associate Dentist
Dr. Brenda Luan
D.D.S.
Dr. Luan brings a compassionate, thoughtful, and preventative approach to comprehensive dental care at PAAD, with a focus on patient education. A Bay Area native, she pursued her undergraduate studies in biological sciences at UC Santa Barbara before returning to earn her dental degree from the University of the Pacific. She believes great dentistry goes beyond treating symptoms—it starts with understanding the root cause, educating patients, and working together to support long-term oral health. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, discovering new food and coffee spots, and spending time with loved ones.
- UC Santa Barbara — B.S., Biological Sciences
- University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry — D.D.S.
- Comprehensive Dental Care
- Preventive Dentistry
- Patient Education & Oral Health
- General Dentistry
Associate Dentist
Dr. Shane Huang
D.M.D.
For over two decades, Dr. Shane Huang has built a reputation as one of the Bay Area's most trusted general and cosmetic dentists — known for meticulous precision, refreshingly honest treatment recommendations, and an ability to put even the most anxious patients completely at ease. As the former owner and principal dentist of Alpine Dental Care in Cupertino, he brings the accountability and standard of care that comes from running your own practice to everything he does at PAAD. His philosophy is straightforward: recommend only what the patient truly needs, execute it exceptionally well, and treat every person in the chair like family. Fluent in English and Mandarin, Dr. Huang is a trusted voice for the Bay Area's Chinese-speaking community.
- Tufts University School of Dental Medicine — D.M.D.
- Former Owner & Principal Dentist — Alpine Dental Care, Cupertino
- General & Cosmetic Dentistry
- Conservative & Preventive Care
- Restorative Dentistry
- Anxiety-Free Patient Experience
Associate Dentist
Dr. Sara Hamed-Negahdar
D.D.S.
Known affectionately as the "gentle dentist," Dr. Sara Hamed-Negahdar is deeply committed to patient comfort and thorough communication. She takes time to explain each procedure in detail, ensuring patients feel informed and confident. Beyond the office, Dr. Hamed-Negahdar is passionate about community service, having participated in dental mission trips in Mexico and Kenya. Outside dentistry, she enjoys cooking, jazz music, podcasts, and skiing.
- University of Southern California — D.D.S. (2014)
- General Dentistry for Adults & Children
- Comprehensive Diagnosis & Treatment Planning
- Digital & Technology-Assisted Dentistry
- Preventive & Pediatric Care
Associate Dentist
Dr. Pedro Avendaño
D.D.S.
Dr. Pedro Avendaño brings a distinguished international perspective to PAAD. As a former director of clinical practices in Santiago, Chile, and an active lecturer in implantology, he combines elite academic credentials with deep hands-on expertise. Dr. Avendaño has contributed to implant training courses at Loma Linda University School of Dentistry and remains actively engaged in continuing education. He enjoys skiing and spending time with family.
- University of Chile — D.D.S. (Graduated with Honors)
- Clinical Instructor — Fixed Prosthodontics & Implantology
- Loma Linda University — Implant Course Contributor
- Dental Implants & Implant Prosthodontics
- Oral Rehabilitation
- Endodontics & Oral Surgery
- Crowns, Bridges & Fixed Prosthodontics
Associate Dentist
Dr. Eddy Wang
D.M.D.
Dr. Eddy Wang received advanced residency training at a Level 1 trauma hospital, giving him rare expertise in treating severe dental injuries and complex oral surgery cases. His professionalism, patience, and gentle chairside manner make him an exceptional provider for patients of all backgrounds. Dr. Wang is fluent in English and Taiwanese, making him a trusted choice for the Bay Area's diverse Taiwanese-speaking community.
- University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine — D.M.D. (2011)
- St. Elizabeth Medical Center — General Practice Residency (Trauma Level 1)
- Oral Surgery & Trauma Dentistry
- Root Canal Treatment
- Crowns, Veneers, Bridges & Dentures
- Invisalign
- General & Cosmetic Dentistry
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