A board-certified pediatric dentist is one of a small group of leading practitioners in the field of pediatric dentistry. In order to be considered a pediatric dentist, one must complete four years of dental training at an accredited U.S. dental school, and another three years of specialty training in an accredited pediatric dentistry program.
In order to achieve ABPD (American Board of Pediatric Dentistry) board certification, a pediatric dentist must first successfully complete the aforementioned training, and then must go through the rigorous process of completing the requirements to become board-certified. These additional requirements include passing a complex written qualifying examination as well as an in-person oral clinical examination. Thus, those pediatric dentists who have become board-certified, have demonstrated an advanced clinical and scientific mastery of pediatric dentistry.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) is the leading organization of pediatric dentists in the United Sates and there are two levels of membership. Pediatric dentists can be a Member, or they can achieve the status of a Fellow. In order to become a Member of the AAPD, one must have completed an accredited Pediatric Dentistry specialty program. And in order to become a Fellow, a pediatric dentist must be member in good standing of the AAPD for five consecutive years, and be board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD). Fellows of the AAPD have demonstrated the highest level of knowledge and expertise in Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Lindi Ezekowitz grew up in Woodbridge, Ct. She graduated Cum Laude from the University of Rochester in New York, where she majored in biology and was awarded a scholarship to study flute performance at the Eastman School of Music.
Dr. Lindi received her D.D.S. at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in Ann Arbor, and completed her pediatric dental training at Schneiders Childrens Hospital/Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York. She is currently on staff at the Franciscan Childrens Hospital in Brighton, Massachusetts, where she provides comprehensive dental rehabilitation for young children and children with special needs. She is a diplomate to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
When Dr. Lindi is not fixing teeth, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to Tanglewood or Vermont, and playing her flute. Prior to dental school, Dr. Lindi taught music appreciation classes for pre-school children and has been known to sing to her young patients, frequently making up her own words.
Dr. Lindi is very active in Alpha Omega, an international philanthropic dental organization. Alpha Omega is known for founding Israels two dental schools and its support of programs such as the Special Olympics Special Smiles, an organization dedicated to the oral and dental health of children with special needs.
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Rating 4.1 out of 5 based on 17 reviews
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5 years ago
I have been taking both of our boys to dr lindi since they were old enough to see a dentist and our youngest is autistic and requires special attention dr lindi and her staff have been providing outstanding care for our family for almost 15 years and I have and continue to refer her to anyone that is looking for the best dentist for their children. She is an Angel doing God's work!
roblox man
6 years ago
Dr Lindi and her nursing staff r amazing I brought my grandson to her who is 6 and needed dental work she was caring compassionate and let me know everything there were gonna do my grandson loved her and the nurses the are very loving and assured my grandson he was doing great the whole time could not ask for a better place. Louise west
Diane Sabino
6 years ago
A wonderful place, all the staff is so nice and Dr Lindi is amazing, my daughter love her.
Kris Spanks
6 years ago
Dr. Lindi and her team are amazing. My children actually enjoy going to the dentist now that we come here!
Rachel Carpentier
6 years ago
I took my one year old in for his first cleaning and I can't say enough good things about Dr. Lindi and her staff. Everyone was so kind and welcoming. They were fantastic through the whole process and made sure to explain and show everything to my little guy so he knew exactly what they were going to be doing to his teeth. It was a wonderful experience that he still talks about, I highly recommend them!
Pam Simpson
6 years ago
My daughter came in for her first ever dentist appointments and it was the best experience. The hygienist was so sweet, patient and kind. She took so much time to show and let my daughter hold every tool, practice on her stuffed animal and laugh. The office is extremely clean and the waiting room is incredible. We were brought in right away, very punctual and almost no wait for the dentist after the cleaning
emeleo12
7 years ago
Dr. Lindy is probably the 4th dentist I took my son to, due to having so many horrible experiences with other places. Dr. Lindy, including the staff, were amazing! My son now has no fear of going to the dentist :)
Mark Troxel
8 years ago
We've been taking our kids to Dr. Lindi for several years. I can assure you that Dr. Lindi is a caring and compassionate dentist. She is honest and direct with parents, which may not be your cup of tea, but she truly has your kid's best interest at heart. Our oldest son is high-functioning autistic with some sensory issues. She's very easy going and gentle with him and makes him feel completely at ease. Our daughter LOVES Dr. Lindi and frequently asks when she gets to go back to the cool dentist's office. After every visit, she can't wait to tell her preschool class about going to the dentist. The staff at Newburyport Pediatric Dentistry is professional, caring, and friendly. Their new office is amazing and the kids have so much fun playing before their appointment. It's one of the few places that we make sure to get there a bit early so the kids can play. It's all we can do to drag the kids out of the office when it's time to leave!
Jess Stone
8 years ago
Personally, I would give no stars on this review of I had the option. I took my one yr old to Dr.Lindi in 2010, apparently there was a mix up of communication on the appointment TIME and the office said I was late. I disagreed with the front desk woman, because I had the card it was written on. And they had put it in the computer incorrectly. She had an awful attitude and I called her out on it...then they saw my son, who was not even there for teeth, as he was only one...he was there to get comfortable with dental appointments. And she saw us, charged us, then after we left she flagged our file as to not give us anymore appointments due to being late. I just had a referral there, here in 2016, my son is now 7, and they refused to see him Bc he was late in 2010. Give me a break. Snobby, and the dentist isn't anything special. In fact she's pretty aggresive with how she talks to the parents. The only thing people really are attracted to is their decor...and they need it to look amazing when they treat people the way they do. Ugh. Don't bother.
Coreen McGrath
10 years ago
Love the flavored toothpaste !!!
Mary Roberts
10 years ago
Don't bring your children here! I brought my two daughters here based on the google reviews, but I was extremely unhappy! I did not care for Dr. Lindi at all.
Jason Tucker
10 years ago
I would give the office staff at Newburypot Pediatric Dentistry a 5 star, but Dr. Lindi is just terrible!! She gave me a hard time because my child had one cavity and she accosted me stating "I needed to take her dental health more seriously". Needless to say, I did not take her advice to get the tooth filled and went somewhere else for a second opinion. Our new dentist is much nicer and it turns out the tooth did not need to be filled anyway! I found this woman to be extremely unprofessional and RUDE, don't take your children here!
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