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Dr. Fatima Hassan, DMD

Pediatric & Special Needs DentistryHouston, TX

This profile lists Dr. Fatima Hassan, DMD on the review team in Houston, TX, with a focus on Pediatric & Special Needs Dentistry. Their published background appears below.

School
Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine
Class of
2014
Focus
Pediatric & Special Needs Dentistry
Credentials

Education and background

SpecialtyPediatric & Special Needs Dentistry
City, stateHouston, TX
Dental schoolBoston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine
Graduation year2014
License listed on profileTX License #DDS-46703
Since graduation12years since graduation as of 2026
Background

Clinical background

Dr. Hassan is a board-certified pediatric dentist practicing in Houston with a subspecialty focus on children and adults with autism, sensory processing disorders, and complex medical histories. After BU in 2014, she completed a pediatric residency at Texas Children Hospital.

Dr. Hassan leads our special needs dentistry coverage and works with Dr. Kim on pediatric listings. She has developed our accommodation-quality rubric, which scores clinics on lighting adaptability, appointment length flexibility, and staff training with neurodivergent patients.

Autism-Friendly CareSensory AdaptationsSpecial Healthcare NeedsFirst VisitsHospital DentistrySedation Dentistry
What a reviewer does

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Clinical accuracy

Treatment information is checked against current dental guidance.

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Plain language

Technical terms are explained for readers.

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