About Tooth Time Dentistry — Hartford's Dental Team for Kids

Dr. Lim founded Tooth Time Dentistry with a single powerful mission: to create a dental practice where every child feels safe, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. With over 14 years of experience in children's dentistry in the Hartford area, she has built a reputation as one of Connecticut's most skilled and compassionate children's dentists.

Dr. Lim earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania before going on to receive her Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in New Jersey. She further honed her clinical skills through a residency at Wycoff Heights Medical Center in New York City — an affiliate of Cornell University. She is known among Hartford families for her extraordinary patience, her ability to connect with even the most nervous children, and her meticulous clinical skills.

Patients and parents consistently praise Dr. Lim for her kindness, her clear communication, and her genuine investment in each child's wellbeing. Hundreds of Hartford families have trusted her with their children's dental care for years — many bringing multiple children and even grandchildren to her practice.

Dr. Lim is particularly passionate about caring for children with special needs. She understands that these patients often face additional barriers to dental care, and she has developed specialized techniques and a deeply patient, individualized approach that makes dental visits possible and positive for children across the full spectrum of needs.

Fluent in English, Spanish, and Korean, Dr. Lim is deeply connected to Hartford's diverse community and committed to serving every family regardless of language, background, or financial situation.

When Dr. Lim isn't caring for Hartford's youngest smiles, she is chasing some of the world's highest peaks. An avid mountain climber, she has tackled challenging summits across multiple continents — pushing her limits and finding perspective among the clouds. She approaches each climb with the same patience and determination that defines her dental practice.

Dr. Lim is also a passionate world traveler. From the temples of Southeast Asia to the markets of South America, she has explored dozens of countries, immersing herself in new cultures, cuisines, and communities. These experiences deepen her appreciation for Hartford's own rich diversity and fuel her genuine connection with families from all walks of life.

Her adventurous spirit and global perspective make Dr. Lim not just an exceptional clinician, but a truly remarkable human being — and it shines through in every interaction with her patients and their families.