We believe that the impressions children form at a young age about dentistry, and their own personal dental care, begin with their earliest dental visits. These impressions must be positive and must carry forward into adulthood.

Our doctors and staff have achieved the highest levels of education and training in the specialized field of Pediatric Dentistry. It is our goal, as Pediatric Dental specialists, to insure that our patients have the best experiences possible, under all circumstances, so that they will continue to be comfortable in the dental environment.

We also believe that both prevention at a very young age and parental involvement in the preventive aspect of dental disease are essential to long term oral health. It is our desire and responsibility to educate both the parents and the patients of our practice. We hope that this will enable them to maintain an informed and positive focus on dental health for the rest of their lives.

It is universally acknowledged that Primary or 'baby' teeth are very different than permanent or 'adult' teeth. Pediatric Dentists are specially trained and are required to complete a two year residency program in addition to the standard four years of dental school.

Pediatric Dentists are, essentially, 'Pediatricians of the Mouth.' Just as most enlightened and caring parents choose to have their children treated by a Pediatrician, instead of their adult doctor, Pediatric Dentists are better educated and equipped to treat children and childhood diseases and, through specialized education, training and experience, are aware of the differences and the oral problems that are most common to children.

For example, many family or general dentists do NOT advise parents to have their children examined beginning at age one and instead, wait to examine children at age three or four. Pediatric Dentists know that this delay in examination and potential treatment is unacceptable and potentially harmful to your child's oral health. In addition, the current standard of care by the American Dental Association, The American Academy of Pediatrics, The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Hygiene Association recommends the first dental visit within 6 months of the first tooth or the FIRST DENTAL VISIT BY AGE ONE! This is done to establish a dental home in the event of an emergency and to guide parents on prevention of dental disease and problems.

Primary teeth are susceptible to decay as soon as they erupt into the mouth. The science of Pediatric Dentistry has proven that waiting until ages three or four is often too late to discuss prevention as many of these young children already have cavities.

In addition, many very young children fall and injure their mouths and should be seen to assess the problem. Pediatric Dentists are equipped with the proper size instruments and X-ray films to evaluate the oral trauma.

Finally and most importantly, Pediatric Dentists are trained in the behavior management of the child - at any age. This allows our doctors and staff to treat your child in a professional, kind and empathetic manner which will empower them to look forward to their next visit to the dentist.

Dr. Shari Kohn has been practicing Pediatric Dentistry since 1992. She has owned her private practice in Hunt Valley, Maryland Dentistry for Kids - since 2004. Since 1999, Dr. Kohn has been a part time clinical instructor at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, for the Department of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Kohn also works as needed for the Maryland State Board of Dental Examiners as both a General Anesthesia Parenteral Sedation Examiner and an Expert Witness for Pediatric Dentistry.

In 1998, Dr. Kohn became a board-certified Pediatric Dentist. At that time, she was offered fellowship into the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and Diplomate status to the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Kohn has been remained active in several Professional Boards that serve the state of Maryland. She has served on the Board of the Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, as vice president and president. Dr. Kohn is also past president of the Maryland Society of Dentistry for Children and a former winner of the Pediatric Dentistry Achievement Award. Currently, she serves as the Maryland Public Policy Advocate for the Pediatric Dentists of Maryland. She travels with her residents to Annapolis and Washington DC annually to promote childrens oral health where she advocates for bills and laws that provide dental services to the children of Maryland and the US.

In 2007, Dr. Kohn was elected by her peers and inducted as a Fellow into the American College of Dentists. The American College of Dentists is the oldest national honorary organization for dentists and was founded in 1920 to recognize dentists who have made significant contributions to the advancement of dentistry.

In 2019, Dr. Kohn was again elected by her peers and inducted into the International College of Dentists. Since 1920 this organization has been honoring the worlds leading dentists for their outstanding personal achievements, meritorious service and dedication to the continued progress of dentistry for the benefit of humankind.

Dr. Kohn is active in the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) where she represented the northeastern district. Dr. Kohn currently serves as a member of the Council on Government Affairs. She also serves as a trustee on the board of the Foundation of the AAPD where she serves as chairman of the development committee. Dr. Kohn sits on the Grants and Programs Committee. This committee evaluates grant proposals and awards grants to programs that treat children in need throughout the country so that every child has a dentist.

Dr. Kohn has received many awards and accolades. Both Dr. Kohn, and Dentistry for Kids have been continuously selected as one of Baltimores Best Pediatric Dentists and practices by Baltimore Magazine.

Dr. Kohn currently lives in Baltimore. Her daughter, Rachel, lives in Los Angeles, CA and is working as a Manager of Sports Screenings at FOX Sports. Dr. Kohns son, A.J. passed away in 2019 at the age of 23.

At the front office, you may see Dr Kohns furry kids often referred to as our directors of first impressions. Rosie, a black and tan Cocker Spaniel joined the practice in 2016 as an emotional support dog. She recently welcomed her younger sister, Daisy, a mini golden doodle to the front office. Daisy hopes to follow in her big sisters paws soon!

Dr. Evancho completed her residency in Pediatric Dentistry in July, 2010 at the Childrens National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. She graduated from the University of Maryland Dental School - Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 2008, magna cum laude, and she is a graduate of Kings College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, summa cum laude .

Dr. Evancho has also been the recipient of numerous awards throughout her educational career including membership in Omicron Kappa Upsilon and the National Dental Honor Society both extraordinary acknowledgements of her academic successes. Dr. Evancho is currently a member of both the Maryland Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Dr. Evancho is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentists a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She has been voted as one of Baltimore's Top Pediatric Dentists every year since 2011.

Courtney Bisset is a part-time hygienist here at Dentistry for Kids. She graduated in 1996 from University of Maryland, School of Dentistry, Suma Cum Laude with a Bachelors Degree. She began her career in both a periodontal office and a family dental practice. She joined the team at Dentistry for Kids in 2010 after having such a great experience bringing her 2 children here.

Courtney also spends time investing in the lives of children outside of work. She has traveled several times to the impoverished area of Nogales, Mexico to host a Childrens Dental Day. She is also involved at River Valley Ranch, chairing the KidsFest Area (of which Dentistry for Kids is the Premiere Sponsor).

When Courtney is not at work, she can usually be found exercising, gardening, and cooking fresh and healthy meals for her family. She especially loves spending time at her home in Monkton with her husband Jon and their two children, Anna and Aidan.

Kaitlynn Tanner is a full-time hygienist here at Dentistry for Kids. She graduated in 2012 from University of Maryland, School of Dentistry with a Bachelors Degree. Kaitlynn began working at Dentistry for Kids in 2011 as a sterilization tech while attending hygiene school.

Post graduation, Kaitlynn began as a hygienist at Dentistry for Kids on Saturdays. Just as the practice has grown, so has Kaitlynns time and involvement here at Dentistry for Kids. She now works full-time, she has a true passion and love of working with children.

Kaitlynn and her husband Jeremy are the proud parents of Lilli and 2 adorable dogs: Winnie and Honey. When Kaitlynn is not working, you can find her curled up with her kindle reading. She also loves to spend time outdoors hunting, fishing, boating, and camping with her family.