Albuquerque General Dentistry
You're in safe hands.
Patients choose Kneeland Dental Care for Dr. Tran and Dr. Nguyen's attentive care, clear communication, and a practice built on doing things right over doing things fast.
We'll get back to you within one business day.
What We Do
Every procedure at Kneeland Dental Care starts with listening. Dr. Nguyen and Dr. Tran take time to explain your options — then let you decide what's right for you.
Meet Your Dentists
Kneeland Dental Care was founded by Dr. Dorothy Nguyen and Dr. Quan Tran, who met at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Their practice is built on a simple philosophy: do things right over doing things fast, take time to listen and explain, and always put patient care and comfort first. They believe that when it comes to your teeth, the details matter — and nobody should be afraid of going to the dentist.
Dentist / Co-founder
Studied East Asian Languages and Literature at Smith College and completed a Master's Degree in East Asian Studies at Yale before finding her calling in dentistry. Trained at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and practiced at a community health clinic in Boston. She is passionate about listening, explaining, making people feel comfortable, and being a warm host to patients.
"We are ethical. Doing things the right way matters to us."
Dentist / Co-founder
Trained at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine where he met Dr. Nguyen. He is passionate about learning about the latest innovations and treatments to provide the best care for patients. He values the freedom to practice dentistry the way it's supposed to be done and cares deeply about patient comfort and happiness.
"I think I am an Academic at heart. I love to learn about the latest innovations and treatments, because then I know that I'm doing my best for my patients."
Team Member
The clinic dog — enjoys playing fetch at the park.
In Their Words
Why Kneeland
Most dental offices in Albuquerque lead with cosmetic procedures, implant sales, or awards. We lead with honest, careful dentistry and long-term relationships.
Dr. Nguyen and Dr. Tran built their practice on one rule: doing things right over doing things fast. They won't rush your filling or cut corners on materials to save 10 minutes.
From the digital X-ray machines to the filling materials in your teeth, Kneeland invested in equipment and instruments most Albuquerque offices skip to save on overhead.
Patients describe their visits as "comfortable and painless" and call the staff "friendly, professional, gentle, and quick." Dr. Nguyen trained specifically to make nervous patients feel at ease.
Both doctors trained at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. Dr. Nguyen also holds a Master's from Yale. They brought East Coast dental training to Albuquerque's North Valley.
No pressure to sign up for veneers when you came in for a cleaning. Dr. Tran and Dr. Nguyen explain what they see, what your options are, and let you decide. That's it.
As Dr. Nguyen puts it: "A lot of people say they hate dentists, so if we can change their minds, that's great." Kneeland measures success by whether patients return — not by revenue per visit.
Common Questions
We're at 1628 Alameda Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114 — right on Alameda in the North Valley. Easy to find, with parking right outside.
You're not alone — a lot of our patients felt the same way before their first visit. Dr. Nguyen trained at a community health clinic in Boston where making anxious patients comfortable was part of the job. She and Dr. Tran take time to explain what they're doing before they do it, check in throughout the procedure, and go at your pace. Patients consistently describe their visits as "comfortable and painless."
No. Kneeland Dental Care was built on the principle that doing things right matters more than doing things fast — or doing things that aren't needed. Dr. Nguyen says it plainly: "We are ethical." You'll get a clear explanation of what they see, what your options are, and no pressure. If a filling will do, they won't recommend a crown.
Call us at 505.200.9399 or 505.554.1304, or email dmd@kneelanddentalcare.com. You can also use the form at the top of this page, and we'll get back to you within one business day.
Always. Clear communication and explanation is one of the things patients mention most. Both doctors take time before and during treatment to walk you through what's happening, why, and what your choices are. No jargon, no rushing.
Patients choose Kneeland Dental Care for Dr. Tran and Dr. Nguyen's attentive care, clear communication, and a practice that puts your comfort over speed. Most Albuquerque dental offices emphasize cosmetic procedures, implants, or awards — Kneeland is the no-pressure, general-dentistry-first option. Both dentists trained at Tufts, use high-quality instruments and materials with no compromises, and they've built a practice where people who used to dread the dentist now come back willingly.
Get in Touch
Call, email, or fill out the form. We'll get back to you within one business day.
1628 Alameda Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114