Meet the Team
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Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Robert W. Allen
Dr. Robert W. Allen received his B.S. in Biology from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. He went on to earn his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Louisiana State University. Dr. Allen is a member of the American Dental Association (ADA), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), and is Invisalign certified. Dr. Allen has always wanted to be a dentist and help people.
Dr. Steven Blackburn
Dr. Steven Blackburn earned his B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Dallas. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Baylor College of Dentistry graduating first in his class. After practicing for three years as a general dentist, Dr. Blackburn entered the orthodontic residency program at the University of Detroit Mercy earning both a M.S and a certificate in orthodontics.
Dr. K. Scott Williams
Dr. K. Scott Williams is originally from Commerce, Texas. He completed his undergraduate work at Texas A&M University before receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Texas Dental Branch – Houston. Combining his extensive education with his many years of dental practice experience, Dr. Williams performs in-house oral surgery services for patients in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex areas.
Dr. Megan Conlin
Dr. Megan Conlin earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Texas at Dallas before completing her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. She is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their smiles and is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Dr. Darren Songstad
Dr. Songstad has proudly served patients for 29 years with a passion for providing exceptional dental care. He studied in Mechanical Engineering at Memphis State University before receiving his dental degree from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry. Known for his commitment to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles, Dr. Songstad combines experience with personalized care. Outside the office, he enjoys golfing—a hobby he’s loved since the age of four—and spending time hunting outdoors.
Dr Shazia Farooqui
Dr. Shazia Farooqui earned her undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Texas at Dallas. She received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA.
Dr. Farooqui is passionate about creating a positive and comfortable experience in the dental chair. She is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry and the American Dental Association.
Outside of dentistry Dr. Farooqui enjoys spending time with her family, reading and being outdoors. She is excited to be a part of the Melissa Dental and Orthodontics team!
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Flora Rosas
Office Manager
Very amazing dental office. The staff and dentist were very kind and patient. My daughter has high dental anxiety and the doctor was very gentle and patient and walked her through every step of the process for a tooth extraction. We will definitely be going back!!