About Us

Our team is here to give you a top-notch experience.

So you can always expect nothing less than:

A Warm Welcome

Our office feels like an upscale boutique–cozy, inviting and always focused on you, our guest.

Stress-Free Treatment

Affordable prices, sedation services when you need them, and clear answers to your questions make going to the dentist a breeze.

Exceptional Care

Our doctors and entire team are focused on providing efficient and effective services using the latest technology.

If you’re not satisfied with your experience
when you leave, we haven’t done our job

Meet Your Doctors

Dr. Brad Vermeulen

General Dentist

Dr. Vermeulen attended Lamar University, Texas where he received a Bachelor of Science degree. He then attended Baylor College of Dentistry where he received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree.

Dr. Vermeulen believes in a preventive approach to dentistry with patient education in the forefront. He enjoys taking time to listen and get to know his patients. Because dental technologies constantly change and improve, Dr. Vermeulen is committed to continuing education in order to provide the very best care for his patients.

Growing up in the Netherlands, Dr. Vermeulen has developed a love for travel and in his free time enjoys seeing the world with his wife. He is an outdoors person and loves all sports, but especially soccer.

Dr. Vermeulen is a member of the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association.

Dr. Ari Valverde

General Dentist

Dr. Valverde grew up in Mexico City. She moved to Texas where she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Houston and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. She obtained her Doctorate of Dental Surgery Degree from Baylor College of Dentistry.

Dr. Valverde has had a passion for dentistry since she was a child and understands the impact of good oral health, not only on our systemic health, but also on a person’s self-esteem. She places great value on patient trust and works diligently to provide high quality care to everyone she treats. Being committed to staying current with new technology and dental products to benefit her patients, Dr. Valverde enjoys attending continuing education courses regularly.

She likes learning different languages and enjoys traveling with her husband, who is also a dentist.

Dr. Valverde is a member of the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association.

Dr. Tyler Stocker

General Dentist

Dr. Tyler Stocker attended Texas A&M University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Business Administration. He then went on to attend the University of Texas School of Dentistry Houston where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Dr. Stocker chose to study dentistry because he loves helping people, whether it be getting someone out of discomfort, replacing missing teeth, or performing an esthetic procedure. He loves the variety that dentistry offers and the creativity that can be used to solve different problems. As a dentist, he enjoys discussing options with patients to receive their input and incorporate that into the treatment plan.

Dr. Stocker and his wife share one dog named Bear. Outside of the office, he enjoys fishing, golfing, exercising, and spending time with friends and family!

Dr. Wang

Oral Surgeon

Dr. Wang is originally from Houston, TX and received his Bachelor’s in Biology from The University of Texas at Austin and although he is a Hook’em Horns fan, he welcomes all patients regardless of which football team they cheer for! 

He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine.  After graduation, he returned to Texas and enrolled in the oral and maxillofacial surgery residency at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where he also obtained his Doctor of Medicine and a certificate of general surgery internship.

His training has allowed him to serve his patients with professionalism and attentiveness because he was once a dental patient and empathizes with the difficulties one can face with oral health.

Outside of work, Dr. Wang enjoys going to the gym and swimming in the lap pool.  He volunteers with Texas Dental Associations – Texas Mission of Mercy, and TOMAGWA HealthCare Ministries in Tomball, TX.

Dr. Shunda Thompson Banks

Orthodontist
Dr. Banks is a native of Los Angeles, CA. She attended Howard University where she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Education. Upon completion of dental school in 2000, she worked part time as a general dentist and continued her education at Howard University where she obtained her specialty degree in 2002. After her Ortho training, Dr. Banks worked hard to gain additional experience in Pediatric Dentistry, including in office sedation. Dr. Banks is currently organizing a mission trip to Haiti to fulfill her goal of treating vulnerable pediatric patients. She enjoys spending quality time with her husband and children, and in her spare time teaches at her very own ortho assistant school.

Dr. Christopher Witek

Dr. Christopher Witek attended the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. He then went on to attend the University of Michigan School of Dentistry where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Dr. Witek chose to study dentistry because it combined his passion of science, art, and helping others. Dentistry has allowed Dr. Witek the opportunity to make a positive impact on people’s lives, whether it’s through improving their smiles or taking them out of pain.

Outside the office, Dr. Witek enjoys spending time with his wife. Their hobbies include hiking, traveling, photography, and eating out with friends and family.

You’ll love the rest of our team, too.

The entire Monte Belvieu Dental family is dedicated to making your experience as comfortable, relaxing and effective as possible! It’s an honor to serve you and your family.