Dr. Piedra is a member of the following professional organizations:
- American Dental Association
- Texas Dental Association
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Children’s Dentist – Waco, TX
Get to Know Dr. Alex Piedra
Dr. Alex Piedra was born in Ecuador but raised in Seattle, WA. He completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah where he earned his degree in Exercise Science. Dr. Piedra speaks Spanish fluently, having served as a missionary for his Church in Guayaquil Ecuador. Dr. Piedra later attended the University of Utah School of Dentistry matriculating as the second class to graduate from this prestigious program. He then journeyed back to Washington State where he completed his Pediatric Dental Studies in Yakima, WA serving hundreds of children. He is staff at McLane Childrens Hospital where he performs complex surgery for children with Special Needs and is also an Adjunct Professor at Baylor University where he lectures and teaches aspiring undergraduates focused on dentistry.
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Outside of the Office?
While not at work, Dr. Piedra loves spending his time with his children and wife. He loves creating positive and happy memories with everyone. His other interests include going to the gym and being a foodie. Fun fact: Dr. Piedra collects sneakers!
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