Dr. Mia Myoungah Seo is a highly trained dentist with extensive expertise in endodontics and root canal therapy. She is dedicated to improving her patients' oral health and providing exceptional, compassionate care.
Meet Your Dentist
Dr. Mia Myoungah Seo is a highly trained dentist with extensive expertise in endodontics and root canal therapy. She is dedicated to improving her patients' oral health and providing exceptional, compassionate care.
Dr. Seo (pronounced "Suh") first earned her dental degree from the prestigious Yonsei University College of Dentistry in Seoul, South Korea. She then pursued advanced training through a three-year endodontic residency program, where she became a specialist in complex root canal procedures. After completing her residency, she worked as a microscope-trained endodontist for five years before relocating to San Francisco, California, where she continued to specialize in root canal treatments.
In 2012, Dr. Seo furthered her education by attending the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry to validate her dental degree. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, graduating with multiple awards for excellence in patient care. Among these honors was the American Association of Endodontists Excellence in Endodontics Award, a prestigious recognition given to only one student per graduating class.
Dr. Seo is a dedicated member of several professional organizations, including:
Outside of her dental career, Dr. Seo enjoys spending quality time with her family, taking her two children to visit Lake Michigan, and reading them bedtime stories.
Common Questions
You can request an appointment with Dr. Seo through our online booking form or by calling our Niles office directly. Our team will help find a time that works with your schedule, and if you're coming in for a root canal or endodontic concern, let us know so we can prepare accordingly.
Dr. Seo's training centers on endodontics and root canal therapy, so she is especially well suited to treat tooth pain, infections, cracked or abscessed teeth, and other conditions affecting the inner tooth. She also provides general dental care as part of her work at Smiles of Niles.
Your first visit typically starts with a thorough discussion of your symptoms and dental history, followed by a careful exam and any imaging needed to pinpoint the issue. Dr. Seo will explain her findings clearly and walk you through your treatment options so you feel informed and comfortable before any procedure begins.
Yes. Dr. Seo completed a three-year endodontic residency focused specifically on complex root canal procedures and spent five years working as a microscope-trained endodontist before continuing her specialization in San Francisco. Her background gives her deep familiarity with even the more challenging root canal cases.
Dr. Seo welcomes both new and existing patients at Smiles of Niles. Whether you're coming in for a first-time evaluation of tooth pain or you've been a longtime patient of the practice, our front desk team can get you set up on her schedule.
Your Smile Awaits
Schedule your visit with Smiles of Niles today and experience dental care that's gentle, modern, and genuinely welcoming.