About Your Dentist

Joan Hong, DDS

“You don't have to brush and floss your teeth. Only the ones you want to keep.”

My Mission

“We often take our teeth for granted, yet they are integral to every aspect of life, from eating, talking, and smiling to determining our facial shape and signaling overall bodily health concerns. 

As a dentist, I love to work collaboratively with each patient to build a healthier, happier smile. I am committed to clinical excellence, patient education, improved quality of life, and providing world-class dental treatment with integrity, compassion, and an obsessive attention to detail.”

Education

Advanced Education in General Dentistry
U.S. Army Dental Health Activity – Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA

Doctor of Dental Surgery
Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California - Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences with a Minor in Fine Arts 
University of Southern California - Los Angeles, California

Continuing Education & Professional Memberships

  • Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
  • American Dental Association (ADA)
  • American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM)
  • Greater St. Louis Dental Society (GSLDS)

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Hong served honorably in the U.S. Army as an Active Duty general dentist for five years through a Health Professionals Scholarship Program. With her husband and two children, she relocated three times during that period and developed lifelong friendships along the way. The Hong family finally had the opportunity to choose where to live and decided that St. Louis was the perfect place to settle down. Dr. Hong loves to spend quality time with friends and family…especially when there's food involved.
 

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Salam Rajih, DMD

“A healthy smile is a reflection of a healthy mind and body. “

My Mission

“My mission as a dentist is to provide exceptional care by combining the latest advancements in dental technology with a compassionate approach. I am dedicated to creating a comfortable and welcoming environment where patients can receive high-quality treatment and feel at ease. By focusing on preventive care and personalized treatment plans, I aim to bring brighter, healthier smiles to my patients and enable them to maintain their smiles for life."

Education

Doctor of Dental Medicine
Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine – Alton, Illinois

Master of Science in Clinical Research  
Temple University – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Professional Memberships

Dr. Rajih is an active member of the American Dental Association (ADA), Missouri Dental Association (MDA), American Student Dental Association (ASDA), Greater St. Louis Dental Society (GSLDS), and the American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD).

Life & Hobbies

Dr. Rajih has explored many facets of dentistry, from research and assisting to volunteering, and has enjoyed calling St. Louis home for many years. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband and two children, discovering new hiking trails, and sampling the diverse dining options in the St. Louis area. She also finds relaxation and joy in creating art at home.