Our Dentists


Wayne W. Lee, DDS, DICOI

General Dentist & Implantologist

Dr. Lee has been practicing general dentistry in the San Francisco Bay Area since 1999.  He started the San Francisco practice in 2001, serving the diverse Richmond community.  Dr. Lee enjoys all aspects of general dentistry with the emphasis on oral surgery and conservative cosmetic dentistry.  He continues to look for opportunities to better his skill by participating in the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, San Francisco Dental Society, and taking continuing education courses.  Dr. Lee's unique approach to his patients was born out of his unique upbringing and education.  He was born in Taiwan and came to the US after finishing elementary school.  His father is also a practicing dentist in Taiwan and has instilled in Dr. Lee a strong work ethic and advocacy for his patients.  Dr. Lee is fluent in English, Mandarin Chinese, and Taiwanese and is culturally sensitive to each of his patients.

Dr. Lee graduated with honors from the University of California, Irvine in 1995 with a bachelor of science in biology.  He also graduated from the University of California, San Francisco with honors with a degree in doctor of dental surgery (DDS) in 1999.  To broaden the scope of his practice, he attended The University of Miami's implant continuum and received his Fellowship from the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) in 2003.  In 2015, he received the Diplomate credential, the highest credential, of the ICOI.  Dr. Lee takes time to listen to each of his patient's needs and caters his treatment plans to meet the patient where they are.  He enjoys seeing his patients satisfied with the work that he has done and looks forward to maintaining a long-term relationship with each of his patients and their family. 

Dr. Lee is married and has three kids that he adores.  He enjoys scuba diving, traveling, tennis, swimming, and skiing with his family and friends.  He is also actively involved with his church and the community.  Please ask him about what he loves most about the ocean when you see him.


Christina Liao, DDS

General Dentist

Known for her gentle touch, Dr. Liao focuses on providing comfort and the best care to all her patients. She is an active member of the California Dental Association, the San Francisco Dental Society, and the American Dental Association. Dr. Liao graduated with honors from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2000, majoring in psychobiology.  She received her dental degree from UCSF School of Dentistry in 2005. In addition, she completed a general dental residency program in New York in 2006. 

After practicing in New York City for 3 years, Dr. Liao decided to make the move back to San Francisco in 2009 and has enjoyed being back in California and serving the San Francisco Bay Area’s diverse population. She has been a member of Dr. Wayne Lee’s office since early 2009 and has been blessed to be a part of his team. Dr. Liao shares Dr. Lee’s practice philosophy that patients are precious and that we are here to meet their needs.

During her free time, Dr. Liao enjoys traveling, enjoying good eats, photography, and exploring the Bay Area. One of Dr. Liao’s goals in life is to visit all seven continents around the world and she has only one left to go. Please ask her about her travels when you see her.


Andy Duong, DDS

General Dentist

Dr. Duong is a general dentist practicing with Dr. Lee since 2007.  Dr. Lee and Dr. Duong share the same practice philosophy that patients are precious and doctors serve to meet their needs.  Dr. Duong worked several years in the customer service industry prior to becoming a dentist.  He strives for “5 star” service, which includes treating all patients like a member of his family. Many people avoid the dentist because of the fear of pain.  Dr. Duong has unique techniques to minimize pain for a comfortable experience. 

Dr. Duong received his dental degree from the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in 2006.  He elected to do a year in an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program after graduation to further his knowledge and training.   He maintains membership in ADA, CDA, SFDS, and AGD.   

Some of Dr. Duong’s hobbies are experiencing different restaurants, traveling, singing, and seeking adventures.  Please ask him about his favorite restaurants when you see him.
 


Jessica Lam, DDS

General Dentist

Dr. Lam is a general dentist who has recently joined Dr. Lee’s office in 2019. With the goal of saving the world one smile at a time, Dr. Lam has great compassion for her patients and serves to meet the patients’ needs. She shares the office’s philosophy that patients are precious and is dedicated to spending time making sure all questions are answered and all procedures are understood.

Dr. Lam graduated summa cum laude from San Francisco State University as a biochemistry major and received her dental degree from the University of California, San Francisco. She is an active member of the community, and is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association and the San Francisco Dental Association.

When not doing dentistry, Dr. Lam enjoys watching shows and movies, running, listening and singing along to music and eating. Please ask her about her favorite shows and movies when you see her.


Bing Elliot Xia, DDS

Orthodontist

Dr. Xia graduated with honors from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni  School of Dentistry in San Francisco. In total, Dr. Bing Elliot Xia has over 12 years of professional dental education and has been honored numerous times. He is a general dentist with post-graduate (PhD) training in orthodontics. Experienced in orthodontic treatment for both children as well as adults, he can provide you with the sound advice and practical options needed to maintain or restore a healthy and beautiful smile.


In his effort to keep abreast of the latest techniques in orthodontics, Dr. Bing Elliot Xia is now able to offer patients a wide range of appliance options which not only provide patients with quicker and more efficient orthodontic treatment, but also take into account the growing demand among patients, especially adults, for non-metal, more natural looking orthodontic appliances. These options include non-staining tooth-colored braces, as well as two relatively new breakthroughs in the science of orthodontics – Invisalign and lingual braces.

Dr. Xia thoroughly enjoys working with both children and adults to create beautiful smiles. It is his goal to create an enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere in which he is able to provide the highest quality orthodontics care available. In order to ensure that he is up to date on the latest technology, he has spent hundreds of hours in continuing education seminars, conferences, and meetings including:

  • Experience the Difference: Low Force, Low Friction Orthodontics by Dr. Alan Bagen
  • From Survival to Success by Kerry Straine
  • Advanced Orthodontic Seminar by Dr. Alexander
  • TMJ and Straightwire Orthodontics
  • Lingual Appliances, a Typodont Workshop for Orthodontists, Indiana University
  • Invisalign Workshop in Washington D.C.
  • Advanced Esthetics for the 21st century, Dentsply


Dr. Xia is an active member of the dental community at large and is a member of the following professional organizations: American Dental Association, American Orthodontic Society, California Dental Association, San Francisco Dental Society, and the Alameda Dental Society.

Dr. Xia and his wife Ann Pedone live with their three children Mary, Emerson, and Julia in San Francisco. Dr. Bing Elliot Xia's wife, who is also his office manager, has a Bachelors degree in English literature from Bard College and a Masters degree in East Asian Language and Literature from UC Berkeley. They enjoy spending time together as a family, traveling, and spending time in the City.