Dr. Esther Jeong was born in Seoul, Korea, but was raised in America. Her father was in the United States Army so she has lived and traveled all over the U.S while she was growing up. In fact, she has been to all 48 continental states in the United States with Hawaii and Alaska being the only ones she has not visited! Dr. Jeong attended Andrews University in Berrien Springs, MI where she majored in biology and minored in chemistry and religion. She later attended Loma Linda University School of Dentistry where she graduated with her Doctorate in Dental Surgery.
After finishing dental school, she moved to Texas with her husband, Tony, and their five children–Dawn, Jade, Hope, Drew and Soul. They have two Shih Tzu dogs, Max and Ruby. Dr. Jeong maintains memberships with the American Dental Association, North Texas Dental Society, Texas Dental Association and National Association of Seventh-day Adventist Dentists. When asked why Dr. Jeong chose to go into the dental field her response was:
Serving the community and volunteering are very important to Dr. Jeong. Over the years she has done numerous missionary work in Belize, Honduras, Korea, and Bangladesh. She volunteered at elementary schools and AIDS/HIV clinics as a dental student, and as a dentist, she has also volunteered stateside at Pathways to Health events in San Antonio and Ft. Worth, and she. She feels very fortunate to have great staff to work with everyday. She is also grateful for the great patients she gets to see daily. Her daily prayer is that every patient that walks in the door leaves in a better state than when they walked in. Dr. Jeong has many hobbies. She enjoys being active by playing sports like soccer, softball, swimming and volleyball. She also has a hidden talent when it comes to playing the guitar and singing. Because Dr. Jeong has grown up traveling all over the United States, she still finds joy in it. She is actively seeking out new places to visit and experiences that bring her out of her comfort zone.
Stacy Tran grew up in Vietnam and moved to the United States as an adult. She and her husband have three adult children. Stacy chose to become a registered dental hygienist so she could educate patients on how to care for their teeth and help them achieve a lifetime of healthy smiles. She loves working at Willow Family Dentistry because of the friendly environment and the philosophy of care. Stacy has a true passion for dentistry and it shines through with each and every patient she cares for.
Yeni was born in Mexico City and came to the United States when she was in high school. Since then, she considers Texas her home. She is married, has 3 children and a small poodle named Melon. Yeni likes reading and spending time with family and friends. She enjoys working in the dentistry because she can make a difference in someone’s life. She loves knowing that she can help improve the health, self esteem, and the life of her patients. She especially loves helping young children overcome their fear of visiting the dentist. She thrives on learning and growing in the dental field, as there are always new things to learn.
Kathryn was born in Illinois, but grew up in Plano, TX. She graduated from Plano East High School. She graduated from Tyler Junior College as a Registered Dental Hygienist. She is married and has twin sons. She loves her job as a hygienist because she is able to help others on a one-on-one basis. Her mission is to help people care for their oral health. Before having children, Kathryn's hobby was playing tennis. Now that her boys have grown, she enjoys watching them play hockey. A unique fact about Kathryn is that she got married while scuba diving!!
Selina is a Front Office Administrator with 5 years of experience in the dental industry. Starting as a dental assistant, she has spent the last 4 years in the front office, ensuring patients have a smooth, stress-free experience. She joined Willow Family in July 2024. Passionate about accessible dental care, Selina focuses on guiding patients through appointments, handling billing, and creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels comfortable. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, watching horror movies, and diving into a good book. Selina brings friendly, positive energy to every interaction.
1125 FM 544 #700
Wylie, Texas 75098
Phone: 972-881-0715
Fax: 972-203-6546
Hours of Operation:
Monday: 9AM-5PM
Tuesday: 9AM-5PM
Wednesday: 9AM-5PM
Thursday: 9AM-5PM
Friday: By Appointment
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
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