Meet Your Richardson Dentist

Family of three standing in front of a stone wall and a black metal gate. The man is wearing a light blue shirt and beige shorts, smiling. The woman is wearing a blue dress with a belt and a matching headband, holding a young girl in a light-colored dress. The child is looking at the camera with a neutral expression.
Dental team in Richardson, TX at Smiles of North Dallas dental office. Staff is wearing various colors of scrubs and smiling in a group picture.

Meet Dr. Kenny Thaher, your Richardson family dentist

Dr. Kenny Thaher, DMD

For more than 10 years, Dr. Kenny Thaher has served as a compassionate general, restorative, and cosmetic dentist for families and professionals throughout the Richardson and Dallas area. Known as “Dr. T” to many patients, he is recognized for his gentle, painless injection techniques and expertise in dental implants, Invisalign (clear aligners), traditional braces, root canal therapy, and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr. Thaher earned his bachelor’s degrees in Biomedical Engineering and Applied Mathematics and Statistics from Stony Brook University in New York, graduating cum laude. He then graduated from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in Newark, NJ, and completed his General Practice Residency at Woodhull Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. He is a proud member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), staying current with the latest advancements in modern dentistry.

Dr. Thaher believes in listening carefully to each patient and building long-term partnerships to support lifelong oral health. During consultations, he clearly explains dental conditions and helps patients choose personalized treatment plans that fit their needs, goals, and budget.

Dr. Thaher focuses on family comprehensive dental care and cosmetic dentistry, including:

When he’s not in the office or attending continuing education courses, Dr. T enjoys woodworking, carpentry, playing badminton, and spending time with his wife and son. He also speaks Indonesian, allowing him to better serve a diverse patient community.

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Dr. Brooks Haney with his dental team at Smiles of north Dallas before he retired.

Retired after 43 years

Dr. G. Brooks Haney , DDS

After 43 successful years practicing dentistry in Richardson, Texas, Dr. Haney retired from private practice. He carefully selected Dr. Thaher as his successor—someone who shares his dedication to patient care and passion for dentistry. After working together, Dr. Haney confidently transitioned ownership of the practice to Dr. Thaher, whom he continues to mentor. Although retired, Dr. Haney remains connected to the practice and community. He occasionally visits the office to reconnect with longtime patients and stay involved in the profession he has served for decades.

Dr. Brooks Haney is a highly respected Brooks Haney and accomplished speaker who regularly delivers continuing education lectures for dental professionals nationwide. He has served as the Assistant Clinical Director and Clinical Instructor for Six Month Smiles, helping train dentists in short-term orthodontics and advanced treatment techniques.

A native of Dallas, Dr. Haney earned his bachelor’s degree from Southern Methodist University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Baylor College of Dentistry. He is an active member of leading dental organizations, including the American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Texas Dental Association, L. D. Pankey Alumni Association, and the International Dental Implant Association.

Dr. Haney is a Goodfellow of the Dallas County Dental Society, where he also served multiple terms as a peer review committee member. He completed advanced training at the L. D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education and previously held a position as an adjunct professor in the operative dentistry department at Baylor College of Dentistry. As a leading Richardson, TX dentist, Dr. Haney built his practice around comprehensive dental care, including:

  • Cosmetic dentistry

  • Dental implants

  • Full mouth reconstruction

  • Short-term orthodontics (Six Month Smiles)

  • Diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing

His commitment to excellence earned him recognition as one of Best Dentists in Dallas in 2010, 2013, 2014, and 2015, as well as a Texas Super Dentist from 2014 to 2016.


Come and see why Dr. Haney chose to entrust his practice to Dr. Kenny Thaher, DMD and why patients continue to trust us with their smile. Care at Smiles isn’t just painless, it’s a pleasure!