Our Doctors

Dr. Dan was born and raised in southeast Houston. He graduated in the top 25% of his high school and was awarded First Place in Nationals of the Health Occupations Student of America Competition under Dental Assisting. This movement was the start to his career into the dental profession. He received a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a Health minor from the University of Houston. During his time in college, his devotion towards dentistry continue to grow becoming leaders of dental organizations that helped other students proceed into the same profession. He became a Registered Dental Assistant and volunteered at Texas Mission of Mercy events and at Healthcare for the Homeless Houston, where he they provide free dental services for the community. He stayed in Houston and completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, School of Dentistry. As a dentist, his education will never end. He continues to strive to learn through numerous continuing education courses and through the wisdom of his colleagues in Santa Fe. 

Dr. Dan is a member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association and the Greater Houston Dental Society. Through sharing the passion for helping the community, Dr. Dan met his wife, Dr. Kaylee Phan, at UH. They enjoy volunteering, attending church services, and being with the families. For leisure, Dr. Dan loves to cook, bake, and explore food from different cultures. In the Summer of 2019, Dr. Dan joins Dr. Bonno and Dr. Fontenot as an associate. He enjoys learning from these two about dentistry and wants to make the world a better place one smile at a time. In November of 2024, Dr. Bonno began his well earned retirement allowing Dr. Dan to form a partnership with Dr. Fontenot to continue Santa Fe Dental Associates, L.L.P.