Our Highland Village Dentists

Originally from Alamogordo, New Mexico, Dr. Christopher Herrera graduated from New Mexico State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and attended Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, earning his Doctorate of Dental Surgery. A former radio personality and laboratory researcher, Dr. Herrera believes that his work in dentistry allows him to effectively combine his scientific knowledge with his creative and interpersonal skills. Throughout college and dental school, Dr. Herrera led and participated in numerous community service and dental education projects and is strongly committed to providing both comprehensive and compassionate dental care to the members of his community. Dr. Herrera is a member of the Dallas County Dental Society, Texas Dental Association, and American Dental Association.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Herrera enjoys playing tennis, reading, painting, going to concerts and shows, finding new restaurants and brunch spots with his friends, and traveling. As a Dallas transplant, Dr. Herrera is proud to call the area his home and is looking forward to continuing his career and adventures here for years to come

Dr. Khushbu Patel graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with Honors and the University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston with multiple recognitions. She then pursued a residency in General Practice in Dentistry followed by Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at NYU Langone Medical Center. Dr. Patel’s philosophy is to provide her patient with their best smile- which is not only aesthetically driven but also functionally long lasting. She believes in providing her patients with all possible options so they can make informed decisions.

Dr. Patel calls DFW her home. She enjoys spending her spare time with friends & family, traveling and training for half marathons.

Dr. Andy Xu was born in Shanghai, China. After college, He was accepted into the College of Dentistry, University of Oklahoma Health Science Center. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, He was accepted into Advanced Education of General Dentistry program at University of Oklahoma to further improve his knowledge and clinical skills in dentistry. Dr. Xu practiced general dentistry for 6 years before he decided to specialize in Endodontics. He obtained his Master of Science in Endodontology and certificate of Endodontist from School of Dentistry, West Virginia University, Dr. Xu is a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontics which is the highest honor in Endodontics, awarded by the American Board of Endodontics. To achieve this honor, Endodontists must pass rigorous tests and clinical case presentation. Dr. Xu is a of American Association of Endodontists and American Dental Association. Outside dentistry, Dr. Xu enjoys spending time with his family.