Diana M. Pham, DDS, MSD

Owner of Narrative Dentistry, Maxillofacial Prosthodontist

Dr. Diana M. Pham is a dentist with specialty training as a prosthodontist & additional specialty training as a maxillofacial prosthodontist. Dr. Diana Pham practices in Houston, Texas in the heart of the Southwest District on Bellaire Boulevard. Her practice focuses on comprehensive dental treatment that is personalized to each patient’s narrative. Her philosophy has developed from the last 10 years of practicing in multiple settings from the dental school, non-profit community clinics, to group & private practices. Her practice philosophy emphasizes the importance of actively listening to patients & providing them with the knowledge necessary to make informed decisions on their oral health. Her goal is to practice with empathy & honesty while maintaining a high standard of care & ethics.

Formal Education

  • University of Texas at San Antonio (2010), Bachelor of Science in Biology, Minor in Mathematics with High Honors, Summa Cum Laude

  • University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry (2014), Doctor of Dental Surgery with a Distinction in Dental Education

  • University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston (2020), Certificate in Prosthodontics

  • University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston (2020), Master of Science in Dentistry

  • University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center at Houston (2021), Certificate in Oral Oncology & Maxillofacial Prosthodontics

Awards & Honors

  • Third Place Finalist of the ACP Sharry Research Competition (2020)

  • First Place Table Clinic at Star of the South (2020) W. Kenneth Horwitz, DDS, Endowed Fund in Ethics “Best Discussion of Ethics & Professionalism”

  • Recipient of Dr. Heyl G. Tebo Endowed Scholarship (2019) at UTHealth School of Dentistry at Houston

  • Recipient of Dr. Heyl G. Tebo Endowed Scholarship (2018) at UTHealth School of Dentistry at Houston

Professional Affiliations

  • ACP (American College of Prosthodontists), Region 4 Membership Director

  • AAMP (American Academy of Maxillofacial Prosthetics), Member

  • UTHPROSAA (UT Houston Prosthodontics Alumni Association), President

Publications

  • Pham DM, Gonzalez MD, Ontiveros JC, et al. (2021). Wear resistance of 3D printed and prefabricated denture teeth opposing zirconia. J Prosthodont, 30(9), 804-10. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33486808/.