At the core of our dental practice is a friendly team of professionals that are dedicated to your utmost comfort and optimal oral health. We view each patient as a unique individual, and tailor each treatment to your specific needs. As part of our commitment to providing close, personalized attention to every patient, we want to encourage patient communication. Please know that we are here to provide outstanding patient care, and that we value the trust you have placed in us.
Dr. Candy Hans, DDS
Dr. Candy Hans is an internationally trained dentist serving the Bay Area for over 10 years . She graduated from the prestigious University of California , San Francisco School of Dentistry in 2010 and has been in practice since then. Dr Hans is a very compassionate and gentle dentist and patient care and wellness are her top priority .
Continuing her interest in cutting edge dentistry , Dr Hans received advanced training in placing Dental Implants and has been placing and restoring them for a few years now. She is also a proud member of the SantaClara Dental Society , California Dental Association and American Dental Association . Dr Hans believes in the theory that learning never stops after college and therefore receiving continuing education is a must. She is therefore constantly taking up new courses to provide the best dental care to her patients.
Dr. Hans believes that a healthy mind resides in a healthy body and therefore has a huge passion for fitness as well . Dr Hans loves to hike and has a passion for running. She trained and ran her first half marathon when her daughter was little and still nursing . She loves to take up the challenges and work hard to achieve them . She has run 3 half marathons and a few 10k and 5 ks as well.
Dr. Hans is happily married to her husband and together they have a beautiful 5 year old daughter. They love hiking as a family and have
explored several kids friendly hikes in the area.
Along with her team at San Jose Dental Smiles, Dr Hans strives to provide excellent dental care to her patients and educate them about oral health and wellness.
Dr. Hemali Potdar, BDS, DDS
Dr Hemali graduated from UCLA school of dentistry in 2018 and has since been practicing in the bay area for 3 years. Prior to moving to the bay area, she completed her Initial dental studies in India and practiced there for over 2 years. She believes in a patient centered approach in which highest quality dental care is delivered in a comfortable and caring environment.
Dr Hemali resides in San Jose. In her free time she enjoys travelling, gardening and hiking.
She is a member of:
ADA: American Dental Association
CDA: California Dental Association
SCCDS: Santa Clara county Dental Association