The Sweet Treat-ment

At Sweet Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves on delivering the “sweet treat-ment” to all of our guests. What does that mean for you? Well, it’s our way of saying that your comfort comes first and foremost when you visit us. We will make sure you have a stress-free experience that leaves you informed and at ease. Our patients are a part of our family and without you and this community, our practice wouldn’t be here.

The Sweet Mission

Sweet Family Dentistry strives to provide care that is beyond compare. Through our “sweet treat-ment,” we want every patient, at any age, to feel comfortable when they step through the doors. Our family of trusted staff members will deliver exceptional patient care with the highest levels of integrity and compassion. Another passion of ours is education. We pride ourselves on ongoing education for our practice, to ensure we are offering the latest advances in dentistry. In addition, we provide patient education to our community, to ensure a healthier mouth and brighter future.

The Sweet Family

It is important to us that you feel comfortable about coming to visit our dentists. To help achieve this, we want you to get to know the people you’re trusting to take care of you. Here is a little bit of information about our staff in their own words

  • Dr. Derek Chan DMD, BSc

    I grew up in Toronto, Canada and attended McMaster University before obtaining my Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. Dr. Yip convinced me that Texas is the best state for us after meeting her in dental school. (Of course, she was right.) We got married soon after we…

    I grew up in Toronto, Canada and attended McMaster University before obtaining my Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. Dr. Yip convinced me that Texas is the best state for us after meeting her in dental school. (Of course, she was right.) We got married soon after we moved to Texas and we are blessed with two wonderful boys. After practicing dentistry as an associate for ten years, Dr. Yip and I decided to open our own practice that would better fit our visions and goals – a patient-focused practice that provides the highest standards of personalized dental care.  
    I am consistently looking for new techniques and knowledge to advance my skills.  With over 1000 continuing education hours, my patients benefit from the up-to-date comprehensive care that I am able to provide.

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  • Dr. Josephine Yip DMD

    I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Science from the University of Texas at Dallas before attending Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, where I graduated with my degree in Dental Medicine. I have been in the dental field for over 13 years, starting as a dental assistant in 2003. My draw to dentistry comes…

    I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Science from the University of Texas at Dallas before attending Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, where I graduated with my degree in Dental Medicine. I have been in the dental field for over 13 years, starting as a dental assistant in 2003. My draw to dentistry comes from my LOVE of building relationships with people. Little did I know how it would end up impacting my life and bringing me a husband and two beautiful boys. I pride myself and my dental team on our ability to provide professional care with advanced technologies. I enjoy all aspects of family and cosmetics dentistry, but with extensive experiences in pediatrics dentistry and being a mother of two little ones, I especially enjoy helping and treating pediatric patients.  
    When I am not working hard to care for your smile, I love traveling and spending time with my family and kids.  My favorite food is crawfish – between my 4 years old and I, we can down 10 lbs no problem!

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  • Miriam

    I am originally from East Texas. In my spare time, I enjoy all things outdoors including hiking and playing with my rescue pups. I love photography and capturing memorable moments for people to keep for years to come. I have been in the dental field for nearly 5 years. I love connecting with patients and…

    I am originally from East Texas. In my spare time, I enjoy all things outdoors including hiking and playing with my rescue pups. I love photography and capturing memorable moments for people to keep for years to come. I have been in the dental field for nearly 5 years. I love connecting with patients and helping them feel at ease in the dental chair. I’m looking forward to meeting you at Sweet Family Dentistry.

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  • Tanya

    I was born and raised in California and last year, my family and I moved to Rockwall.  My husband and I have been married for over 21 years.  We have a beautiful 20-year-old daughter, Valen.  She is attending Collin College.  I have been a dental hygienist for 26 years and I still love what I…

    I was born and raised in California and last year, my family and I moved to Rockwall.  My husband and I have been married for over 21 years.  We have a beautiful 20-year-old daughter, Valen.  She is attending Collin College.  I have been a dental hygienist for 26 years and I still love what I do after all these years!  I love getting to know my patients and making a difference in their dental health.  In my spare time, I love being with my family, which also includes 2 German Shepherds.  I love game-night with friends and we attend church at Lakepointe in Rockwall.  I feel very blessed to be able to join  Sweet Family Dentistry Team!!

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  • Jasmintae

    I was born in Long Beach, California, and lived there until I was 13. I spent the rest of my teenage and young adult life in Mississippi where I graduated high school and met my current boyfriend of 5 years. A year after graduating my boyfriend and I packed up our things and moved to…

    I was born in Long Beach, California, and lived there until I was 13. I spent the rest of my teenage and young adult life in Mississippi where I graduated high school and met my current boyfriend of 5 years. A year after graduating my boyfriend and I packed up our things and moved to Texas. I came across an ad for dental assisting school, and said why not! We’re now engaged, living in our comfy 1 bedroom apartment in Mesquite with our cat (son) Max. Dental assisting has become way more than a job for me. Knowing that with every person I see, that I’ve helped improve their quality of life even by just a little, means so much to me. Come by to meet me here at Sweet Family Dentistry!

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  • Jacquelyn

    I am originally from Gainesville, Florida – Go Gators! I spent three years living in Waterloo, Iowa where I earned a diploma in Dental Assisting from Hawkeye Community College. After moving to Garland I completed the requirements to become a Certified Dental Assistant through DANB. But I really love being the first person to greet…

    I am originally from Gainesville, Florida – Go Gators! I spent three years living in Waterloo, Iowa where I earned a diploma in Dental Assisting from Hawkeye Community College. After moving to Garland I completed the requirements to become a Certified Dental Assistant through DANB. But I really love being the first person to greet our amazing patients! Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my partner of 8 years, our 6 year old son and our rescue pitbull, Bordeaux.

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