Born in Zambia and raised in the U.S., Dr. Gaj studied at UT Austin, where he played soccer, before earning his DMD at Midwestern University. He has advanced training in implants, Invisalign, and cosmetic dentistry, and volunteers with a dental outreach team serving underserved communities. Off the clock, he loves photography, travel, and Star Wars.

Midwestern University, Chicago

Implants & Invisalign

Family & cosmetic dentistry

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Dr. Swetha Sama, DMD

Dr. Sama earned her public health degree at UNC Chapel Hill and her DMD at Boston University. She provides general and cosmetic care for all ages, always starting by listening to your goals, and her nitrous oxide certification makes her a great fit for nervous patients. Outside the office, she enjoys yoga, cooking, and travel.

Boston UniversityNitrous oxide certifiedCosmetic & family dentistry

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Beyond the chair

Our dentists, in and out of the office.

Dr. Gaj treating a patient at an outdoor volunteer dental clinic

Dr. Hamza Gaj smiling with family at a celebration

Dr. Hamza Gaj carrying a child down a tree-lined dirt path

Dr. Hamza Gaj, DMD, in navy scrubs and dental loupes

Dr. Swetha Sama, DMD, with family on a park bench

Dr. Swetha Sama exploring a blue glacier ice cave in New Zealand

Dr. Swetha Sama with family in front of a colorful hot air balloon

Dr. Swetha Sama with a young boy among Texas bluebonnets

The Vida difference

Modern dentistry that still feels personal.

Complimentary consultations

Talk through your options with no pressure and no surprise costs.

In-house dental lab

Faster, more precise crowns and restorations made right here.

3D imaging & digital scans

No messy impressions — just clearer answers.

English & Spanish

Our team is happy to care for you in your language.

Comfort-first care

Gentle techniques and nitrous oxide for anxious patients.

Licensed & insured

Experienced, credentialed professionals you can trust.

Patient reviews

Caring for South Austin smiles since 2016.

4.7

★★★★★

480+ reviews on Google & Yelp

I travel across state lines specifically to see Dr. Hamza Gaj, and the care I receive makes every trip worthwhile. His dedication, gentleness, attention to detail, and expertise are exceptional. Truly, look no further — this is it.

Illy P. · Google

Hands down the best dental experience I’ve had. Until I visited Dr Sama, I thought all dentists were the same and all dental work was painful and unpleasant. She showed me how easy, pain free and pleasant dental work can be.

Bradley C. · Google

After too many years without health insurance I finally made a return to the dentist’s office. Initially scary for me but the staff at Vida Dental are well trained, communicative, and provided the care I needed at a very reasonable price to me while walking me through all of my insurance questions. I would recommend to anyone.

Jeff C. · Google

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