Dr. Joshua Gascoyne DDS
Pedodontist
Dr. Joshua Gascoyne is a board‐certified pediatric dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Gascoyne earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2015 from Texas A&M College of Dentistry and attained an advanced pediatric certification from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in 2017 where he was chief resident and recipient of numerous awards and scholarships. Dr. Gascoyne is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, the Greater Houston Dental Society, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. When Dr. Gascoyne is not practicing dentistry he enjoys spending time with his family.
Dr. Meng Deng
Orthodontist
Ever since he was young, Dr Deng knew he wanted a career that would culture smiles and happiness. Dr Deng is certified by the American Board of Orthodontists, something less than 30% of orthodontists achieve. Dr Deng cherishes the opportunity of improving health and life by creating beautiful and vivid smiles for patients of all ages. He is enthusiastic to provide compassionate care by delivering effective and efficient orthodontic treatment. Dr. Deng received his Endodontic and Operative Dentistry specialty training from Sichuan University. Later he earned his doctoral degree (PhD) in Oral and Craniofacial Biomedicine and as well as Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics certificate from UNC-Chapel Hill School of Dentistry, one of the most well-respected programs in the world. Dr Deng has won multiple awards in his career and has highly cited publications in impactful dental and scientific journals. He is involved in professional associations including: The American Association of Orthodontics (AAO), The American Dental Association (ADA), and the International Association for Dental Research (IADR).Dr Deng proudly calls Houston home. He appreciates the diversity and warmth of local community. When not in the office, Dr Deng enjoys reading, hiking, soccer, and delights in family time with his wife and two littles. He speaks fluent English and Mandarin.
Dr. James A. Leithead, Jr.
Orthodontist
Dr. James A. Leithead, Jr., is a Board-Certified orthodontist. He completed his undergraduate studies at Louisiana State University – Baton Rouge and proceeded to further his education by attaining his Doctor of Dental Surgery and Orthodontics Residency at Louisiana State University- New Orleans. During his time with Louisiana State University, Dr. Leithead was a member of the C.E. Kells Honor Society and received the International College of Dentistry Award. Dr. Leithead’s outstanding credentials combined with his naturally gifted perception of beauty and genuine concern for his patients make him an exceptional orthodontist with over 40 years of clinical experience. It is Dr. Leithead’s greatest goal to provide his patients with the kind of orthodontic care he would want for his own family. His professional affiliations include the American Association of Orthodontists (Life member), American Dental Association, Southwest District Dental Association, Louisiana Dental Association, and Louisiana Association of Orthodontists. In his spare time, Dr. Leithead is an avid runner and has completed a total of seven marathons! He also enjoys participating in yearly church-sponsored dental mission trips to Honduras and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Dr. Isabella Nguyen
Pedodontist
Dr. Isabella Nguyen, a board certified Pediatric dentist since 2010. She began practicing dentistry in 2008. She received her education from the New York University College of Dentistry and Brookdale University Hospital. Dr. Nguyen loves playing the piano and loves spending time with her two daughters.
Dr. Rachel Porter
Pedodontist
Rachel Porter is a dedicated pediatric dentist with a D.M.D. from East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine and a B.S. in Biology from Howard University. She completed her Certificate in Advanced Graduate Study in Pediatric Dentistry at Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. She received the Old North State Dental Society’s Community Commitment Award for her outstanding community service. As a member of dental associations like ADA, NDA, and AAPD, Rachel is well-established in her field. Rachel’s patient-centered approach focuses on comfort and positive communication to reduce anxiety. She prioritizes patient education, utilizing the tell show-do technique and staying up-to-date with pediatric dental research. She’s an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and conducted research on how social determinants of health affect children’s oral health. Beyond dentistry, Rachel enjoys travel, hiking, fitness, and has a strong passion for diet and nutrition. Her dedication to service, especially for youth, drives her career in pediatric dentistry, allowing her to make a meaningful impact while pursuing her passions.
Dr. Garry H. Radford DDS
Pedodontist
As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Garry Hamilton Radford, Jr., is committed to making an impact on children’s lives. He firmly believes in treating each child with exceptional dental care.
Through dentistry, Dr. Radford has touched the lives of thousands of children in the Houston area. In the late 1980’s, he received national attention for discovering and reporting a child abuse case for an incident involving a pellet gun. Recently Dr. Radford’s practice, Almeda Dental Group, has become the dental home to the Houston area Chukwu Octuplets, for whom he will provide complimentary dental care until age 18.
Over the past 40 years, Dr. Radford has maintained a deep connection with his community through oral healthcare. He has designed and administered many dental service programs geared towards underprivileged youths, including the Head Start Program, the Model Cities Dental Program, the Migrant Workers Dental Program, the Follow Through Dental Program, and the Urban Development Program. Through these programs, ranging from 1969 until 1997, Dr. Radford has treated over 100,000 disadvantaged children.
A modern day pioneer, Dr. Radford was one of the first Pedodontists in Houston and one of the first African-American Pedodontists in the nation. He owns and operates one of the largest pediatric dental practices in the state of Texas. In addition, he is also one of the original cofounders of the John B. Coleman Building, formerly known as Almeda Medical Square, which was the first multi-story African-American owned medical center in Houston.
Dr. Garry Hamilton Radford, Jr. was born on October 5, 1938 in Marlin, Texas, a small city south of Waco. His father, Dr. Garry Hamilton Radford, Sr., practiced general dentistry in Waco for over 40 years, and was also the first elected African-American city councilman in Waco. As a child, Dr. Radford always dreamed that one day he would become a dentist like his father.
In 1959, Radford graduated from Fisk University in Nashville, Tennessee with a B.S. degree in Mathematics. After college, he attended Meharry Medical College, School of Dentistry from 1959 until 1963. When he graduated from dental school, Dr. Radford received 16 out of the 20 awards that were given, including: the Turpin Memorial Award, the American Academy of Dental Medicine Certificate of Merit, the American Academy or Oral Roentgenology Certificate of Recognition, the American Society of Dentistry for Children Certificate of Merit, the American Academy of Gold Foil Operators Achievement Award, and the Alpha Omega Fraternity Award for Excellence in Scholarship. Following dental school, Dr. Radford attended Eastman Dental Center in Rochester, NY, where he received his certification in pediatric dentistry along with the Outstanding Young Men of America Award in 1967.
Dr. Garry Radford belongs to a family of dentists. In addition to his father, his eldest daughter, Rhea, is a pediatric dentist as well. His second daughter, Rhonda, works alongside him as a dental hygienist.
Currently Dr. Radford serves as a board member of HealthVelocity Group, Ltd. In addition, he is also a member the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the National Dental Association, the International Association for Orthodontics, the American Academy of Head, Neck, Facial Pain, TMJ Orthodontics, the American Association for Functional Jaw Orthopedics and Board Certified by the American Academy of Chronic Pain Management.
Dr. Kyle Sanders
Pedodontist
Dr. Kyle Sanders is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 25 years of dental experience. After obtaining her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Xavier University, Dr. Sanders was accepted into Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. While there, Dr. Sanders was the recipient of the Meharry College School of Dentistry Scholarship and attained her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 1996 . Dr. Sanders validated her expertise by completing an intensive postgraduate General Practice Residency at Martin Luther King-Drew University in 1997 and practiced as a general dentist for twelve years. In 2007, Dr. Sanders discovered her passion for serving children and was given the opportunity to attend a rigorous Pediatric Residency at Bronx- Lebanon Hospital Center where she received her Pediatric Certification in 2009 . Dr. Sanders is an upbeat lighthearted provider that enjoys having a playful environment for her patients. She is committed to following the guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and offers nitrous oxide and oral sedation to ensure her patients are comfortable. Dr. Sanders is a proud member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatrics Dentistry.
Dr. Claudia Perez Salcines DDS
Pedodontist
Dr. Claudia Perez Salcines is a Board Eligible pediatric dentist who is most recognized for her gentle touch and passion for working with young children. Dr. Salcines completed her pediatric residency at Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Eistein College of Medicine and graduated with her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Salcines understands the importance of creating a positive and fun atmosphere to alleviate fear and anxiety and focuses on engaging and educating her young patients to empower them with the tools they need to build strong and healthy smiles. Dr. Salcines is fluent in Spanish and when she is not practicing dentistry enjoys spending time with her family.
