Diana M. Pham, DDS, MSD
Maxillofacial Prosthodontist
Dr. Diana M. Pham is a prosthodontist with specialty training in maxillofacial prosthetics & oral oncology. Dr. Pham’s extensive training was completed within the University of Texas system including highly-ranked & world renowned programs such as the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio School of Dentistry & MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Dr. Diana Pham’s private practice focuses on comprehensive dental treatment personalized to each patient’s narrative. Her philosophy of “narrative dentistry” developed through 10+ years of practicing in a wide array of dental settings from academia, non-profit community clinics, to group & private practices.
Her 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/.