At Growing Smiles, we do everything we can to keep your natural teeth healthy, but unfortunately, sometimes life can get in the way, leaving you with gaps in your smile. If you ever lose one or more teeth, you have a variety of treatments available to get back to a full smile. One of the most popular options is dental implants because they so closely resemble the way natural teeth look and function.
Dr. Sekhon is proud to have been named to SJ Magazines Best Dentists 2015 list. Readers of SJ Magazine voted on the their favorite dental professionals and Dr. Sekhon was voted one of the top pediatric dentists and Dr. Allen was voted one of the top general dentists.
After setting his mind on doing cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Sonny Sekhon realized during residency at a hospital that his true calling was treating children. Kids felt at ease in his presence, and he has always had a connection with kids. After applying his cosmetic training to the treatment of his younger patients, the outcomes were phenomenal. Dr. Sekhon was quickly recognized as the top resident in his program.
Upon completion of his specialty training in pediatrics, he was hired as the Director of Pediatrics for a large group of dental practices. It was his responsibility to build up the pediatric patient base in various offices throughout the state before deciding to settle down in South Jersey. Dr. Sekhon has gone on to become a premiere pediatric dentist in New Jersey.
Growing Smiles of Voorhees was born out of his vision on how pediatric dental care should be. The focus is on the comfort of the patient, as well as the parents. The relaxing atmosphere of the office makes coming to the dentist a pleasurable experience. Dr. Sekhon has also developed techniques to treat children in a single sitting, using minimal anesthesia. This results in painless, quick dentistry of the highest quality. Parents are happy that they dont have many repeat trips to the dentist. We're sure the kids don't mind either!
Dr. Ahkiah Allen is licensed in general dentistry in both the U.S. and Canada. She practices with a strong emphasis on patient education and preventive care. Her scope of procedures includes implant restoration, veneers, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canals, orthodontics, extractions, and fillings.
Dr. Allen has extensive experience in geriatric oral health care, having provided regular dental cleanings and dentures to the patients of dozens of South Jersey nursing home facilities. She stays abreast of current trends in her field by attending regular continuing education courses, seminars, and dental conventions. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, cross-stitching, and traveling.
Dr. Karisa Carroll, pediatric dentist, received her bachelors in chemistry from St. Mary's College of Maryland, where she played soccer and lacrosse. After college, she went on to complete her dental school training at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Spending her summers as a camp counselor and sports coach, she found a strong passion for working with children early on in her life. This passion translated to her two-year pediatric dentistry residency at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, in Philadelphia.
Dr. Carroll is a member of the American Academy of the Pediatric Dentistry and American Dental Association. She specializes in treating children of all ages as well as those with special healthcare needs. She believes the most important outcome from your childs dental visit is for a child to have an encouraging and enjoyable experience. Dr. Carroll accomplishes this with deep compassion and understanding of the fears and anxiety your child may have. She hopes to create a dental 'home' early on in your child 's life, and most of all, wants to make your child 's dental experience positive and fun!
Dr. Nicole Berk has been providing general and cosmetic dentistry in southern New Jersey for twenty years. A graduate of Brandeis University in Massachusetts, she received her DMD in 2001 from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Berk prides herself on providing excellence in dentistry and commits herself to providing a superior level of care and creating relaxing experiences that puts her patients at ease. Dr. Berk enjoys spending her free time with her husband and her two young sons.
Dr. Bo Jung is a pediatric dentist from Rockville Centre, NY on Long Island. He attended Wesleyan University and after bouncing around for a few years, he moved to Boston for dental school. He is a graduate of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and completed his specialty training at the University of Buffalo/Oishei Childrens Hospital in Buffalo, NY.
Dr. Michael Ahdout, General Dentist, received his Bachelors Degree in Biology from Yeshiva University. During his time there he was very involved with community service, outreach and tutoring students of all ages.
After college he took a year off and worked as a substitute teacher, science instructor and private tutor. He continued his education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine where he was president of Alpha Omega, an international dental organization, and helped student leaders across the country connect with fellow dental students.
Dr. Ahdout uses his strong background in education to include his patients in their treatment plans to ensure their full understanding of the process and the dental work to be done so that they feel relaxed, trusting and comfortable in his chair.
Dr. Monika Patel, pediatric dentist is a NJ native who received her B.S. in Biology from St. John's University - Queens, NY. She then went on to attend UMDNJ to complete a masters of Biomedical Science with a concentration in Oral Biology. She completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree at the University of Louisville in Louisville, KY. During her time at U of L, she participated in several volunteering experiences and her primary focus remained in volunteering with the pediatric and special needs community. Upon graduating from dental school, she completed an intensive one year hospital residency in General Practice at Jersey City Medical Center where she discovered her passion to pursue pediatric dentistry as a career. She then went on to complete her residency training in Pediatric Dentistry at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA.
Dr. Patel is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Dental Association. She believes in providing a dental experience that is comprehensive and pleasant for children of all ages. Dr. Patel understands the different temperaments children can experience at the dentist and wishes to offer the best possible treatment in the ideal setting for the child. She wishes to foster a relationship with the patient and their parents that will make their visit a great one!
Doctor Joanna Walska was born and raised in Philadelphia in an immigrant Polish family. She worked as a dental assistant in high school and fell in love with the profession. She went on to college at Fordham University in the Bronx where she studied Biology, and then continued her education at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Throughout dental school Dr. Joanna volunteered her time teaching young kids throughout New York City public schools how to properly brush and floss, and participated in free screening programs at health fairs. It is through these experiences she realized her energy and goofiness jive perfectly with treating children, and thus her path towards pediatric dentistry began. After dental school Dr. Joanna completed a general practice residency program at North Shore University Hospital in Long Island, and then completed her pediatric specialty training at Temple University Hospital. When Dr. Joanna is not working she is spending time with her husband and three girls and enjoys hiking, crafting, and cooking.
Dental visits dont have to be stressful or unpleasant experience. Weve taken great care to ensure that visiting our Voorhees and Mount Laurel dental offices is convenient and comfortable for all ages.
We believe that a trip to the dentist can be a fun and rewarding experience. Thats why weve designed our office to be inviting to kids as well as adults. We know youll love our amenities, and theyll keep you and your family coming back for the quality dental care youve come to expect from our dedicated team.
Dental emergencies can be scary, especially for children. When you have a toothache or your child has a chipped tooth, you shouldnt have to wait two or three days to get it fixed! We reserve blocks in our schedule each day just in case dental emergencies come up, so youll never have to wait in pain.