Meet The Ocean Ave Dentistry Team
Sandy T. Shih, DDS
My love of science and my desire to help people feel better led me to pursue a career in dentistry. These passions still drive the work I enjoy every day. I received a specialty Hon. B.Sc. in Toxicology, a major B.Sc. in Human Biology, and a minor in Philosophy from the University of Toronto. I moved to San Francisco to pursue my Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of California – San Francisco School of Dentistry. I have been happily practicing as a dentist since 2006.
I enjoy building a foundation of trust by treating every patient as a unique individual. I do everything I can to deliver gentle treatment and make people feel comfortable. I am proud to say that I have converted quite a few dental-phobic individuals, of all ages, into enthusiastic patients who now love visiting our dental office! We are truly a family dental practice. I have a passion for creating beautiful smiles with minimally invasive cosmetic dentistry using the latest techniques, materials and technology available in dentistry. I am an Advanced Bioclear Certified Doctor that allows me to transform my patients’ smiles.
As a mom to two young children, I know how parents can struggle to get their kids to brush their teeth. I am committed to making the dental visit a fun experience. I volunteer to visit preschools and elementary schools to educate youngsters about the importance of taking care of their precious smiles. I use puppets, story-telling and song to teach children about “sugar bugs and cavities."
I am a member of the American Dental Association and the California Dental Association. I am also involved with the local San Francisco Dental Society, having served as a committee member in Peer Review, New Dentist Committee, and Community Dental Health Committee, Chair of the New Dentist Committee, and a Director of the Board. I am currently serving as the Chair of the Community Dental Health Committee.
I am dedicated to giving back to our community by volunteering with community projects, including:
Project Homeless Connect
City Smiles Connect
San Francisco Unified School District Kindergarten dental screenings
Public health fairs
I enjoy getting to know every patient and endeavor to provide the highest quality, gentle care in a warm, and friendly environment.
My husband Paul and I are parents to a son and daughter, which keeps us on our toes. I grew up in Canada, so I love the multicultural aspects of San Francisco, the sense of community and I and don’t miss shoveling snow for half of the year! I enjoy karaoke, travel, movies, and making home crafts with my Cricut!
Renee Chow, DDS
I'm a proud San Francisco native dedicated to bringing smiles to my hometown community. Armed with a Bachelors of Science in Human Biology and a Masters of Science in Biology from the University of California, San Diego, I discovered my passion for dentistry through volunteer work at free dental clinics in the San Diego area.
My journey continued at the University of California, San Francisco, where I earned my DDS. I further honed my skills through an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency in Hawaii.
What fuels my enthusiasm for dentistry is the unique blend of science and artistry it offers. Through warm and gentle care, I strive to understand my patients and address their dental needs. I believe in fostering a comfortable environment where every smile receives the attention it deserves.
