Dr. Baptista Kwok, B.Sc., D.D.S.

Dr. Baptista Kwok is from Toronto, Canada. Realizing early his interest in science, medicine and engineering, Dr. Kwok found a combination of all three aspects in dentistry. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry from the University of Western Ontario in 1992; then completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1996.

Dr. Kwok's spent first his four years of dental practice in Canada, working as a dentist in a remote rural area and in a metropolitan city. He went on to obtain his dental implant training and education from the Carl Misch Implant Institute at the University of Pittsburgh. He graduated from that program in 2001.

In 2000, Dr. Kwok obtained his Washington State License. He currently maintains a General Family Dentistry practice located in the Meadow Creek Professional Center in Issaquah, WA. His scope of practice also includes extraction of wisdom teeth, root canal therapy, white fillings, gum treatment, crowns, bridges, veneers, full mouth reconstruction treatment, dental implants and cosmetic dentistry.

Throughout his career, Dr. Kwok has placed a priority on advancing his education and he frequently attends dental lectures and courses to keep his techniques current. He is also involved in a dental implant study club where he collaborates with other dentists on the latest dental implant techniques and developments. This is not only for the benefit for the patients of his practice, but also for those whom Dr. Kwok sees when doing volunteer work. Dr. Kwok has provided dental care to migrant worker's children in Washington and to locals in Cambodia. Dr. Kwok has also helped set up and worked in a dental clinic in rural Nepal with another colleague.

Aside from dentistry, Dr. Kwok enjoys spending time with his family and friends, mountain climbing, outdoor photography, sailing, cycling, and hiking. He has climbed Mount Baker, Mount Rainier, Kala Patthar, Imjatse, Manasulu, Aconcagua, and Denali.

Achivements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Biochemistry, University of Western Ontario, 1992

• Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree, University of Western Ontario, 1996

• Carl Misch Implant Institute at the University of Pittsburgh, 2001

• Member of the American Dental Association, Washington State Dental Association, Seattle- King County Dental Association.

• Continuing Education: General Dentistry and Implant Dentistry

Extra Curricular

• Member of a dental implant study group

• Volunteering

Dr. James Ma, B.Sc., D.D.S.

Dr. James Ma is from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He earned his Bachelor's of Science degree in Molecular Genetics from the University of Toronto in 1992. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Northwestern University in 1996. The following year Dr. Ma completed a general practice residency at the University of Rochester in New York where his experience included managing medically compromised patients.

Dr. Ma provides General Family Dentistry in Issaquah, WA. He also provides minor orthodontics (Invisilign) and transparent braces. He believes in providing his patients comprehensive dental treatment that will help them better plan for their future dental needs.

Achivements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Molecular Genetics, University of Toronto, 1992

• Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree, School of Dentistry at Northwestern University, 1996

• Certificate of Residency, University of Rochester, 1997

Dr. Melody Sun, B.A., D.D.S.

Dr. Sun was born in Brooklyn, New York and grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. She graduated magna cum laude from Indiana University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Upon graduation, she decided to follow in her mother's footsteps and pursue a career in dentistry; earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the New York University College of Dentistry.

Dr. Sun furthered her education in all aspects of outpatient and hospital dentistry, by completing a general practice residency at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.

A wife, mother and professional, Dr. Sun has not only continued to further her professional experience by working in various dental practices and serving as a clinical instructor in the departments of Oral Diagnosis/Pathology and Dental Radiology at the UCLA School of Dentistry; she has also found time to pursue volunteer activities including working with the Special Olympics and to educate young children about dental health and oral hygiene. Outside of her professional pursuits, she enjoys family time, travel, and the creative arts.

Dr. Sun, who maintains a dental license in both California and Washington, practices in a General Family Dentistry clinic in Issaquah, WA. Drawing upon her array of educational and clinical experiences, Dr. Sun provides a wide range of general dentistry services with quality and compassionate care.

Dr. Kiki Chow, B.Sc., D.M.D.

Dr. Chow grew up in Vancouver, B.C. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of British Columbia. After completing her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of British Columbia in 2000, Dr. Chow associated in a private practice in Richmond, B.C. In 2005, she relocated to Washington state where she resides with her husband and two young children.

Outside interests include travel to Europe, cooking, drawing and hiking. Her two energetic boys take up most of her spare time these days.

Dr. Chow is fully committed to patient-centered care. She believes in spending quality time with each patient and providing as much information as needed so they can make informed decisions regarding their dental health.