Meet Our Dentist
Khang Nguyen, DDS
Dr. Khang Nguyen attended the University of California-Davis and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry. He completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the New York University College of Dentistry – one of the most prestigious dental schools on the East Coast. After graduating from dental school, he moved back to California and in 2006 established El Portal Dental Group in Merced, CA.
To stay abreast of the latest techniques and technology, Dr. Nguyen takes continuing education courses in endodontics, progressive orthodontics, ClearCorrect, and dental implants. In doing so, he can offer cutting-edge treatments and provide the best dental care for his patients.
Dr. Nguyen is an active member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Stanislaus Foundation Society, Yosemite Dental Society, and Merced Chamber of Commerce.
Meet Our Hygienists
Fred, Hygienist
Fred has been a dental hygienist for 14 years. He completed his associate of arts from Fresno City College and was accepted to their dental hygiene program, graduating with an associate of science in dental hygiene. He later completed his bachelor of science degree in health science with a community health emphasis from California State University – Fresno. Fred is currently pursuing his master’s degree at California State University – Bakersfield in science administration.
Fred is active in the dental hygiene profession. He teaches at Fresno City College dental hygiene clinic part-time as adjunct faculty as a clinical instructor for first- and second-year dental students, helping them develop their hands-on skills. He is the trustee of the San Joaquin Valley Dental Hygiene Association and an active member of the California Dental Hygiene Association.
Fred serves on several advisory boards, San Joaquin Valley College’s dental department, and Fresno City College’s health science division. He also serves others in his community by volunteering his time and services in underserved areas with the Tzu Chi mobile clinic, Fresno annual sealant clinic, Team Smiles – Fresno State, and Fresno area mobile dentistry.
Fred enjoys spending his free time with his family and pit bull, Rayder. He loves outside activities, like basketball, football, track, cycling, and running. His favorite sports teams are the Oakland Raiders and of course, he is a BIG LA Lakers fan!
Ramon, Hygienist
Ramon is a proud member of the El Portal Dental hygienist team. He has been a registered dental hygienist for 4 years.
He completed his prerequisites at the University of California – Merced and Merced College and received an associate of science in dental hygiene from San Joaquin Valley College – Visalia. He regularly keeps up with his continuing education courses to improve his knowledge and skills.
Ramon’s interests include traveling, long drives, cars, and keeping up with sports.
Judy, Hygienist
I’ve been a registered dental hygienist since 2015.
I graduated from UC Merced with a bachelor of science degree in biological sciences and pursued a bachelor of science in dental hygiene at the University of the Pacific.
I enjoy getting to know each of my patients during their visits and delivering oral hygiene instructions to help every patient.
When I’m away from dentistry, I enjoy the outdoors and the company of my family and friends.
Viri, Hygienist
Meet Our Support Staff
Lorena, Financial Coordinator
Melissa, Schedule Coordinator
Michelle, Receptionist
Yesenia, Back Office Supervisor
Valerie, DA
Emily, DA
Seanna, DA
Jenny, DA
Sarah, Ortho DA