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by RiverRockDental | Jun 1, 2020 | Dental Hygiene
As we get used to the new normal during the global pandemic of COVID-19, preventative care may be less likely to happen in a dental office, and more likely to take place at home. Dental Hygiene is important to at home preventative care. But why is it so important?...
by RiverRockDental | Apr 8, 2020 | Dental Hygiene
With the changes that come with COVID-19, it’s easy to get out of your day to day routine. During this time, people should take care of their mental health, physical health, boost their immune system, and practice habits that promote good dental hygiene. Here are a...
Dr. Jane Quintana attended Rutgers University, where she achieved her Bachelor of Arts degree. She continued her studies at the Rutgers School of Medicine, where she obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.
Dr. Quintana chose to study dentistry because she enjoys working with people and impacting their lives by changing their smiles. She enjoys the power of changing someone’s life by giving them a smile that improves their self-esteem and outlook on life. She is looking forward to educating patients and help people achieve dental health!
Outside of the office, Dr. Quintana enjoys spending time around Austin with her husband of twenty-two years, her two teenaged kids, and their dog!
Dr. Dam Hee Jang was born in Seoul, South Korea, but was raised in our good neighbors to the north. Not Oklahoma, but Canada! After receiving his bachelor’s degree in Biology from York University in Toronto, he came down to the states to study dentistry. He attended New York University College of Dentistry where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and kept moving south.Dr. Jang and his wife (who is also a dentist) moved out to rural West Texas to help out some underserved areas with their skills before settling down in Central Texas.
Dr. Erik Klintmalm was raised in Dallas, TX and attended Baylor University where he received his Bachelor’s in biology, biochemistry, and philosophy. Following his time in Waco, he moved up to New York City to pursue a master’s degree in Bioethics from New York University. He then realized that he wanted to become a dentist and attended the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health where he earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine and Master of Public Health degrees. Dr. K believes that dentistry provides the unique opportunity to treat a patient’s short term and long-term issues, while simultaneously cultivating a life-long connection with the patient. The doctor patient relationship is what drives him; he strives to create a space where the patient feels welcome and comfortable. As part of his efforts to treat people, Dr. Klintmalm looks forward to developing connections within the Austin community by helping lead projects on oral health education and overall wellness.
Dr. Autrine Loghmanian attended the University of Virginia where she received her Bachelor’s in Biochemistry. She went on to attend the Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. Dr. Loghmanian attributes her passion for dentistry to her life-long love of art and working with her hands. She strives to provide the best personalized care for each of her patients, and hopes to encourage them to be more mindful of their oral health.
Dr. Brad Albertson was born and raised in Bettendorf, Iowa, along the Mississippi River. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of Iowa and his dental education at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics. He was enticed by the ability to make a significant impact on the lives of his patients by helping them achieve an amazing smile, so he was naturally drawn to the field of orthodontics.
Dr. Jordan Jarrett received his undergrad degree from West Virginia University in Business Management. He then went on to earn his D.D.S from West Virginia University School of Dentistry.
Dr. Jarrett chose dentistry because he enjoys improving patient’s health and well-being. He enjoys the interaction with patients and the satisfaction he gets from improving a one’s oral health. Dr. Jarrett is looking forward to being part of the community and developing a strong, trusting relationship with patients.
In his free time, Dr. Jarrett enjoys fishing, skiing, golfing, and traveling to other countries. He is also involved in local groups on sustainability initiative.
Dr. Im was born in Seoul, South Korea and came to the United States when he was 10 years old. He spent his younger years in Coral Springs, FL until attending college at Emory University where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Im then served in the U.S. Navy for five years, which included a year in General Practice Residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. The remaining time was spent serving as a General Dentist at Naval Hospital Pensacola. He has served countless military personnel over the years, and has found it highly rewarding to be able to make an immediate and positive difference to their wellbeing. He is happy to now be serving the greater Austin area and making long-term ties with his patients and the community.Dr. Im is also a member of Academy of General Dentistry, Korean American Dental Association and International Association of Dental Research.
Dr. Im is happily married to his wife, Jennifer since 2013. They have a pet shih tzu, who is your best friend as long as you give him treats.
In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf and basketball, as well as going on adventures with his wife.
River Rock Dental’s priority has always been providing exceptional care to our patients. With the recent outbreak of COVID-19 we want to assure you that we are taking necessary precautions to protect our patients and staff.
Currently, we are proceeding with business as usual, appointments and surgeries will continue as planned. However, we ask that if you are experiencing fever (over 100 degrees), difficulty breathing, and/or coughing and have a scheduled appointment/surgery, please contact us as soon as possible. We will be more than happy to reschedule your appointment for a later date once you are symptom-free. If you have a medical concern that you feel needs to be discussed and cannot wait until the rescheduled appointment, please let us know and we can discuss your concern with our physicians.
It is important that we as a community proactively take necessary precautions. According to the CDC, the best way to prevent illness is by being diligent with personal hygiene and staying home if we are feeling ill.
• Wash your hands with soap and warm water, especially after being in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If soap and water are unavailable, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• If you are symptomatic, stay home and rest, avoid close contact with others until your symptoms resolve without the use of medications.
Thank you for your understanding as we all work together to slow the spread of this virus.
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She loves spending time with her patients and becoming part of their family. Dr. Mills enjoys seeing the transformation a new smile can give a patient and how it effects their confidence and overall health. She is looking forward to meeting new people in the community and trying new restaurants.
Dr. Mills is happily married to her husband, Tristan, who is an expert in cars and computers. Together they adopted a dog named Remy who has loved them unconditionally ever since. In her free time, Dr. Mills enjoys cooking, baking, kayaking, hiking, traveling, and binge-watching Netflix series.