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/.