Meet the Doctors at Cosmic Kids Dental and Orthodontics
Pediatric Dentists in Henderson
Larry Hon, DMD, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Larry Hon was born and raised in San Gabriel, California where he received his eagle scout badge, taught competitive swimming as a high school swim team captain, and tutored children in science. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles and received his Bachelor’s degree in Physiological Sciences and worked as a lab technician in Diabetes and Parkinson’s Disease.
Dr. Hon continued his education at California State University, Dominguez Hills where he earned his Master’s degree in Biology with a focus on advancing the understanding of the pathogenic mechanisms and virulence factors of bacterial infections. During his studies, Dr. Hon developed an interest in oral infections and moved from research to dentistry at UNLV School of Dental Medicine where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.
Following his passion for educating children, he decided to specialize in Pediatric Dentistry and completed his two-year residency at UNLV. Dr. Hon was awarded his Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry and is also Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Hon is currently a Captain in the United States Army Reserves. He attends Battle Assembly one weekend per month and Annual Training two-four weeks a year.
As a Pediatric Dentist, he is dedicated on prevention, education, and treatment without General Anesthesia. He is also a Pediatric Residency Instructor at UNLV School of Dental Medicine, mentoring the next generation of Pediatric Dentists in passing the written Board Examinations and achieving clinical competency.
When he’s not working, he’s taking care of his two children, playing video games, playing chess, watching anime, reading comic books, or training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Publications:
Reliability of colour and hardness clinical examinations in detecting dentine caries severity: a systematic review and meta-analysis Scientific Reports
Multimodality Imaging of {beta}-Cells in Mouse Models of Type I and II Diabetes
Certifications:
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry
Nevada Conscious Sedation License
Professional Affiliations:
Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Member, Nevada Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Member, American Dental Association
Member, Nevada Dental Association
Member, Southern Nevada Dental Society
Min Kim – Orthodontist
Dr. Min Kim began practicing dentistry in the U.S. Air Force upon graduation from dental school. He served as a general dentist for seven years and then was an orthodontist for three years. Dr. Kim treats his patients with the highest of standards and it is not only his goal to leave them with a lasting, perfect smile, but provide a fun, relaxing and comfortable experience for them. Dr. Kim is a member of the American Association of Orthodontics and volunteers at Give Kids a Smile and the U.S. Air Force in his free time.
When Dr. Kim is not working and volunteering, he enjoys watching Dateline and rooting for his hometown team, the Los Angeles Lakers.