Dr. Larry Hon

Meet Dr. Larry Hon, DMD, MS, FAAPD

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.

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.

Dr. Hon currently holds the rank of MAJOR in the United States Army Reserves. He attends Battle Assembly one weekend per month and Annual Training two-four weeks a year.

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 – Nature · Apr 25, 2019
Multimodality Imaging of {beta}-Cells in Mouse Models of Type I and II Diabetes
Diabetes · May 1, 2011
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Basic Cardiac Life Support
*Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry​*
*Fellow of American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry​*
“Fellow” is the name of a membership status in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), distinguishing those persons who have contributed above and beyond to the field of pediatric dentistry. Fellows contribute as faculty, volunteers, holding leadership positions as well as actively participating in organized dentistry. Fellows are called upon and respected for their extraordinary commitment to the advancement of the science of 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

Kid's Dentist Near You

Cosmic Kids Dental & Orthodontics

390 N. Stephanie St.
Suite #104
Henderson, NV 89014

Phone:

(702) 745-8512

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM*
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM*
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM*
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM*
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

*Lunch: 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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