Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist: Dr. Dean Kim, DPM

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Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist: Dr. Dean Kim, DPM

Frisco Office
12500 Lebanon Rd. Suite 104
Frisco, TX 75035

Phone: (469) 384-2135
Fax: (469) 252-1064

Website: https://www.gtxfoot.com/

Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist: Dr. Dean Kim, DPM is a podiatry practice that treats conditions of the foot and ankle.

04/17/2026

That first step out of bed pain is one of the most common signs we see with plantar fasciitis.

Patients usually describe the same pattern:

• Sharp pain with the first few steps
• It eases up as you move around
• Then comes back after standing or walking

Most people wait it out, thinking it will go away on its own.

In reality, the inflammation often builds the longer it is ignored.

The sooner you treat it, the easier it is to calm it down.

Simple support, the right treatment plan, and an accurate diagnosis can make a big difference.

If your mornings start with heel pain, it is time to get it checked.

04/15/2026

You don’t have to live with ankle pain just because you’ve “gotten used to it.”

A lot of people walk around for years thinking the discomfort is normal. It’s not. And more importantly, it’s often something we can actually treat once we know what’s going on.

This is what matters:
• The right diagnosis changes everything
• Once we know the cause, we can build a plan that fits your life

For some patients, that means regenerative treatments that support your body’s ability to heal. No shortcuts. Just a clear path forward.

And the best part is seeing someone go from constant pain… to feeling like themselves again.

If your ankle has been bothering you for months or even years, it’s worth getting answers.
Greater Tx Foot & Ankle
12500 Lebanon Rd Suite 104, Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 384-2135

04/13/2026

Heel pain is not something to ignore.

If you are feeling sharp pain in your heel or along the bottom of your foot, it is important to get evaluated early. Conditions like Plantar Fasciitis respond best to the right treatment plan and guided care from the start.

With the right support, including in-office treatment and simple at-home therapy, you can reduce pain and get back to normal activity sooner.

If you are in the Frisco area, our team is here to help.

Greater TX Foot & Ankle
Dr. Dean Kim
12500 Lebanon Rd, Suite 104
Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 384-2135
gtxfoot.com

04/09/2026

Stop letting your kids walk barefoot in public places.

Plantar warts are very common in active kids, especially those in sports or around pools.

The virus thrives in warm, damp environments and spreads easily when kids go barefoot.

Most parents don’t realize how it starts. It often looks like a small spot at first, then slowly grows and becomes painful.

The good news is prevention is simple.

Flip flops in locker rooms and around pools can make a big difference. 🩴

If you start to notice rough, painful spots on your child’s foot, it is worth getting it checked early.

Greater Tx Foot & Ankle
12500 Lebanon Rd Suite 104, Frisco, TX 75035
(469) 384-2135

04/07/2026

Toenail injuries are common in kids who play sports.

Soccer, running, basketball, and tight cleats can repeatedly hit the nail against the shoe. Sometimes the nail even falls off after intense activity.

Most parents assume the nail will just grow back normally.

But sometimes it doesn’t.

When a nail grows back abnormal after trauma, fungus can develop underneath the nail.

Here are 3 signs it may be more than just an injury:

1️⃣ The nail stays yellow, brown, or white months after the injury
2️⃣ The nail becomes thick, crumbly, or distorted as it grows
3️⃣ The nail lifts off the nail bed or spreads to other toes

The important first step is figuring out whether it’s trauma or a fungal infection.

Once fungus establishes itself under the nail, it won’t simply “grow out.”

Early treatment makes it much easier to clear and helps prevent it from spreading.

If your child has a toenail that just doesn’t look right months after an injury, it’s worth having it evaluated.

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04/02/2026

The biggest fear I hear?

“How long will I be down?”

Minimally invasive bunion surgery is designed to:
• Protect soft tissue
• Minimize swelling
• Get you back to movement sooner

Don’t let outdated stories scare you away from modern solutions.

Come see if you’re a candidate.

03/30/2026

"I saw your TikTok the other day" is my worst nightmare.

03/26/2026

Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery for the win... again!

Greater Tx Foot & Ankle
469-384-2135

03/24/2026

When you come in for nagging plantar fasciitis...

My goal isn’t to rush you into surgery.
It’s to give you options.
Regenerative care.
Laser therapy.
Minimally invasive techniques when necessary.

You deserve thoughtful care that actually solves your problem.

469-384-2135
GTXFoot.com

03/20/2026

Toenail fungus lives under the nail, not on top of it.
So layering polish over discoloration can actually trap moisture and make the environment worse.

If your nail is:
• Thick
• Yellow or white
• Brittle
• Lifting
• Or spreading to other nails

It’s time to treat it properly.

The earlier we address it, the easier it is to clear.

No judgment. Just solutions.

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Schedule an evaluation and let’s fix it the right way.

03/18/2026

Steroid injections can reduce inflammation quickly.

That’s why they feel effective.

But here’s the part most people aren’t told:

They suppress inflammation. They don’t repair damaged tissue.

And when injections are repeated in areas like the plantar fascia or Achilles tendon, the tissue can actually weaken over time.

That’s why pain often comes back.

Regenerative medicine takes a different approach.

Instead of numbing the problem, treatments like PRP are designed to stimulate your body’s natural healing response and support tissue repair.

Less band-aid.
More rebuilding.

If your heel or tendon pain keeps returning after injections, it may be time to consider a long-term solution.

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Bunions don’t stay the same.The earlier you address it, the simpler the correction can be.Come see if you’re a candidate...
03/16/2026

Bunions don’t stay the same.

The earlier you address it, the simpler the correction can be.

Come see if you’re a candidate for minimally invasive surgery.

Address

12500 Lebanon Road, Suite 104
Frisco, TX
75035

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14693842135

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