Michelle Kim, DDS (She/Her)
About Michelle
Michelle Minyoung Kim, DDS began her career at CommuniCare+OLE in 2025. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in 2025, following her B.S. in Biological Sciences from UC Davis. During her training, Dr. Kim gained extensive clinical experience through her dental school clinic as well as community outreach, including a mission trip to the Philippines. Her professional interests include dental caries prevention and management, periodontal disease, preventive care, restorative dentistry, oral surgery, and endodontic therapy. She is especially passionate about providing compassionate care to medically compromised and underserved patients, with a focus on children and families.
My approach to care
My approach is centered on providing compassionate, patient-focused care that emphasizes prevention, education, and building trust with every patient I serve. I believe oral health is deeply connected to overall well-being and strive to empower patients to take an active role in their care.
Why I went into healthcare
I became a dentist because I wanted to serve communities with limited access to care. Growing up as a first-generation immigrant and experiencing the challenges of not having reliable dental care firsthand inspired me to pursue dentistry as a way to make a meaningful impact, especially for underserved patients and families.
Something you might not know about me
Something you might not know about me Something you might not know about me is that I was born in South Korea, and outside of dentistry I love traveling, exploring new coffee shops, and spending time with my dog, Aji