Keeping New Mexico Smiling
Dentistry with a gentle touch.
Meet the Dentist
Dr. Loi Ta
Dr. Loi Ta believes that dentistry is a beautiful combination of science and art. It was during his junior year of college that he discovered a love of dentistry. After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of Memphis, he took a year away from school and studied abroad in Shanghai, China. He then interned at the VA in Washington, D.C. In 2008 He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry.
While in dental school, he was selected to present his findings on oral cancer research at the Hinman Student Research Symposium in Memphis, the UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry, and the American Association for Dental Research in Los Angeles, CA. He also served on a mission trip to Ecuador, where he developed a deeper love for patient care.
He continues his love of knowledge and passion for dentistry by taking multiple education courses each year and by reading the latest dental journals and research studies. In Puerto, Rico he completed a Maxicourse with 400 hours of training in complex implant surgery and IV sedation. He also completed a complex occlusion design training with Dr. Stephen Phelan and Guided Bone Regeneration and Soft Tissue Graft with Dr. Naheed Mohamed. Additionally, he completed an advanced surgical course in All-on X Ninja Implant Systems.In continuing his quest to bring his patients the highest level of care, Dr. Ta will be implementing BOTOX and dermal fillers through the American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE).
Dr. Ta is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), The American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), The American Academy of Facial Esthetics (AAFE), a former member of the Tennessee Dental Association and the Arkansas Dental Association, where he previously practiced dentistry.
Dr. Ta understands the importance of communication. This led him to study multiple languages. He is multi-linguistic—proficient in Vietnamese Chinese, and English. He has team members who are fluent in Spanish. It is of upmost importance that all of his patients feel equally comfortable and understood.
Dr. Ta loves to have fun and treats each person he encounters with kindness and respect.
He believes all his patients are an extension of his friends and family and enjoys speaking to each of them about their lives and families. His gentleness and generosity also extends to his staff who describe him as sweet and a humble man who cares deeply for everyone he encounters. He is known to put others ahead of himself and continuously checks on his employees physical and mental health. His generosity also extends to the community where he is often witnessed giving and helping complete strangers whom are less fortunate.
When he isn’t caring for his patients, Dr. Ta enjoys exercising both his mind and body by practicing calisthenics, a form of street workout.
He also enjoys traveling with his fiancee and reading a good book while sipping a fresh brew of coffee at the local coffeehouse.
Receiving over 600 hours of continuing education in 2019-2021.
Meet the Team!
We really care.
We provide the best treatment options for patients. We have an amazing team who continue to stay with the practice and attest for the amazing services we render. We also coordinate with other amazing specialists to cater through patients' specified dental treatments to ensure patients receive appropriate treatments.
Sara - Office Manager
Sara is our office manager. Sara is married to her wonderful husband Artie. Together, they have four beautiful children and seven amazing grandchildren. She is a proud member of Bethel Baptist Church. Sara juggles all our day to day operations, insurance, and finances. Sara goes above and beyond to keep all of us organized and running smoothly. Sara is compassionate , kind , and has close professional relationships with all our patients. Sara treats everyone like family, its not unusual to see Sara uplifting those in need, and giving a helping hand to those who are struggling or having a bad day.
Helen - Patient Care Coordinator
Helen is one of our amazing patient care coordinators , has an extensive secretarial background, and many years of dental administrative experience. Helen has lived in Hobbs most of her life. She is blessed with a wonderful son and daughter, two beautiful granddaughters, and two amazing great grandsons. Helen is compassionate, kind, funny, and has the most gentle and soothing voice and mannerisms. Helen goes above and beyond to make all our patients feel loved and welcomed. Helen helps our nervous patients feel welcome, and comfortable. With her gentle and compassionate care, Helen has formed close friendships with patients that go back years.
Lisa- Patient Coordinator
Lisa is one of our wonderful patient care coordinators. Lisa is kind, compassionate, and goes above and beyond to help all our patients be seen in a timely manner. Lisa brings so much joy and laughter to our office and into our patients lives. Lisa is married and is the mother of 4 beautiful children. She spends her spare time making memories with her family.
Lorena- Dental Assistant
Lorena was born and raised in a small town in Texas, where she still resides today. She completed dental assisting school in Lubbock, Tx. Lorena takes great pride in making sure all our patients have a positive experience. Her passion for people along with her knowledge and experience help her in giving our patients top quality care. Lorena is the proud mother to 3 beautiful children. She spends all her free time making memories with her family.
Cynthia - Dental Assistant
Cynthia grew up in Lovington, NM. Cynthia graduated from New Mexico Junior College’s Dental Assisting Program 5 years ago, after graduation she earned her national Registered Dental Assistant license (RDA) . Cynthia enjoys getting to know each patient , and takes pride in making them feel comfortable and welcome. Cynthia is friendly, compassionate and caring. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Tamie - Dental Hygienist
Tamie is one of our wonderful hygienist . She is married to her wonderful husband Mike, and together they share 3 beautiful daughters and 1 son. Tamie has 2 (so far) precious grandchildren. Tamie has been a hygienist for for 28+ years! Tamie’s years of experience and specialized licensing allows her to perform a number of procedures, such as whitening, laser services, anesthesia , specialized perio protect services and expertise dental care. Tamie loves getting to meet new patients and building a professional relationship with them for years to come. In her spare time Tamie enjoys hunting, fishing , and all things outdoors!
Deborah- Dental Hygienist
Deborah is one of our amazing dental hygienist . She is the mother of four distinguished children, a wonderful son-in-law, and two beautiful daughter-in-laws, her pride and joy is her precious granddaughter, Miss Lilya. Deborah has been a hygienist for many years, and has formed close friendships with her patients. She prides herself in personalized, compassionate care and personal relationships with her patients. She has treated these patients and their families for generations. Deborah has received many specialized licensing and certifications including anesthesia, and perio protect. She has earned top level certifications in whitening, and laser services. Deborah spend her personal time at continuing education seminars learning the most up to date and high tech procedures and services for hygiene and periodontal disease. Her love for education, and years of experience allows her to give expertise care to each and every one of her patients. In her spare time, Deborah is a talented seamstress, quilter and loves to crochet .In addition she is a avid reader, and a member of two book clubs.
Katy - Dental Hygientist
Katy has been a dental hygienist for 8 years. She graduated from Midwestern State University with a Bachelors Degree in Science. Along with Katy’s 8 years of experience, she has earned many specialized licensing and certifications that allows her to preform anesthesia, and specialized periodontal services. Along with these services, Katy provides expertise dental care for her patients. She has been married for 8 years , and has 2 children.. Sunny (5) and Stetson (4). She loves spending time with her family, traveling, and riding her peloton bike. Katy values her relationships with her patients, and makes it a point to help people feel at ease, and comfortable while getting their teeth cleaned. Katy loves what she does, and cant wait to continue building lasting friendships with her patients and our staff.