'Our visionis to provide our patients with an experience that will promote a lifelong relationship built on trust, confidence, quality of work, and exceptional patient care. We believe in working together with our patients to maintain a healthy smile that will last a lifetime

Our husband and wife team wants to welcome you to our family friendly practice. Our primary goal is to make sure your mouth is healthy and secondly, to make sure you like your smile. Although the doctors will offer recommendations to accomplish your dental goals, you will make the final decision. If there is a health concern, we may stress the importance of certain treatments but its your decision on what treatment gets done.

To ensure that you maintain great oral health, this level of quality needs to extend into your personal oral hygiene routine. We can help you establish a dental hygiene routine that will keep your teeth healthy and white. If you have any questions about your current hygiene plan please ask us.

Lindsay Mitchell worked her way through college as a Dental Assistant assisting the oral surgeon with daily procedures including IV sedation cases, extractions, bone augmentation, sinus lifts, and implant placement. While attending school she also served as a University at Buffalo Undergraduate Teaching Assistant. Her pre-doctoral clinical experience is comprised of clinic work in the Urgent Care Clinic at Erie County Medical Center and a preceptorship in the Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic at ECMC.

Dr. Mitchell received the 2015 Erie County Chester Glor Award upon earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery with a concentration in periodontology at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. This award is given to a graduating dental senior who exemplifies the qualities of love of dentistry, collegiality and generosity to his colleagues and the community. She then spent her residency at Erie County Medical Center where she enhanced her skills working to provide dental care to long term and special needs patients.

Her community service includes work as a Volunteer Health Provider for the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation where she provided restorative dental care to enrolled patients under the supervision of staff dentists and performed select procedures in endodontics, fixed prosthodontics and oral surgery. Additionally, Lindsay served an 8-day stint providing extractions, and restorative dentistry to patients in the Dominican Republic.

Dr. Mitchell is a member of the American Dental Association, the NYSDA, and the Eight District Dental Society. She enjoys spending time with her family and pets (aka fur babies) and she is an avid reader.

Dr. Christian Mitchell is an accomplished graduate of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine with a Doctorate in Dental Surgery and the recipient of the Pediatric and Community Dentistry Award. His residency was performed at the Buffalo Veterans Association Medical Center.

Dr. Mitchell is dedicated to sharing his skills in service to the community. He has volunteered his services for various outreach programs in Buffalo, the Rochester Special Olympics, the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation, and he has also volunteered in Ghana and Mexico.

Beyond having obvious skills in the operatory, Dr. Mitchell has been honored for his prowess on the track and the football field. He was a 2009 Duke Scholar Athlete Award Winner and was inducted into the Sweet Home High School Sports Hall of Fame for both Football and Track in 2014.

Prior to establishing Lakeshore Dental Care with his wife, Dr. Lindsay Mitchell, Dr. Christian worked several years with Stellar Dental. Both partners are dedicated to providing an inviting patient-centered office where everyone is treated like family. The roster of patients who have followed this team into the new endeavor is a testament to the devotion and caring that both Doctors Christian and Lindsay Mitchell have for their patients and their staff.

We were honored to welcome Joseph T. DeLuca, DDS in August 2017. Dr. DeLuca practiced in Hamburg as a general dentist for over 10 years. He is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine and the Director of the Preclinical Simulation Center. In these environments Joseph emerged as a leader for his students, colleagues and peers.

Dr. DeLuca's involvement in dentistry includes educational research and leading groups of students on dental mission trips. He is also on The Board of Trustees for the UB Dental Alumni Association and the Eighth District Dental Society. His dedication to the field of dentistry is present in his every endeavor. From the smallest volunteer services to his most impactful changes in academia, Joseph has already left his mark in the world of dentistry.

Graduating Magna Cum Laude from Canisius College in 2003, Dr. Deluca went on to earn his DDS from University at Buffalo in 2007. Joseph completed his residency and launched his career at one of Buffalos most prestigious medical institutions, Roswell Park Cancer Institute. It is truly our privilege to have Dr. Joseph T. Deluca as an Associate at Lakeshore Dental Care.

Dr. Casey DePauw was born and raised in Canandaigua, NY and then moved to Buffalo where she completed her undergraduate degree in Biology from Canisius College. At Canisius, she was a student-athlete, playing division one lacrosse for four years. After graduating from Canisius, Dr. DePauw received her dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine where she graduated top of her class with honors in Clinical Dentistry.

After dental school, Dr. DePauw completed her Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency from University of Buffalo. She still remains at the University and is now a part-time faculty member where she continues to teach dentistry. She is a member of the American Dental Association, 8th District Dental Society and Omicron Kappa Upsilon Eta (OKU) National Honor Society Chapter.

Dr. DePauw is passionate about providing high-quality dental care to her patients, while building long-lasting relationships. She currently resides in South Buffalo with her greater swiss mountain dog, Griffin. Dr. DePauw loves spending her summers in Canandaigua Lake and Crystal beach with her friends and family. She was raised an avid Buffalo Bills fan and loves to run, snowboard, cook and hike.

Striving to make a dental home for all our patients and employees is one of Ellens priorities as our Office Manager. She enjoys being able to help patients achieve their dental goals with individual treatment and payment plans, and helping them to work through insurance questions. Ellen is a problem solver and team leader who believes communication and hard work are the keys to success.

With over 19 years experience in the dental field Lynn comes to us with a strong background in patient care. She is always ready to greet you with a smile and go above and beyond to help our patients figure out the intricacies of dental insurance. When not at work you'll find her at a hockey rink with her husband and son. She also loves to travel.

Bean joined the Lakeshore Dental Care Family in 2019. Her six years of dental experience consists of being a Dental Assistant, Insurance Specialist, Supervisor and Office Manager. Before she entered into the dental field, she studied Pre-Med at St. Catherine's University in Minnesota. Bean greets each patient with a smile and makes every effort to get to know them. At your next visit, be sure to ask Bean about her time as a Boot Camp Instructor!

Casie Jo joined our Lakeshore Dental Care family in 2020! She looks forward to meeting patients and add to the friendly atmosphere. Before joining Lakeshore Dental Care, Casie Jo worked in construction, as well as, the medical field at a Neurosurgery office. Something that surprises most people about Casie Jo is that she has a degree in Criminal Justice Law Enforcement. When she is not at the office, she enjoys spending time with her dogs.

Meg is a full-time hygienist with a history of 20 years of excellent care rendered to her patients. Meg is a skilled and caring professional, who is always striving to help her patients achieve better dental health. Making patients comfortable is important to Meg and she prides herself on her gentle touch. With the large following of patientsshe has, they must agree.

Always eager to improve the quality care she gives her patients, Sue was one of the first dental hygienists to pursue and receive her anesthesia certification. Working here full-time since 2008, our patients have benefited from her professionalism and extensive periodontal expertise. There certainly is no shortage of many very loyal Sue patients.

Carine has joined our team in 2018 with 15 years of experience caring for patients as a dental hygienist. She is passionate about creating a friendly atmosphere and helping patients feel comfortable. She enjoys building long lasting relationships with her patients. Outside of work Carine enjoys spending time with her family.

Starting as a Saturday only hygienist in 2018, Dinna joined the Lakeshore Dental Care Family full time in 2021. Dinna strives to make her patients feel at ease, providing the highest standard of care for their overall oral health. When Dinna is not at the office, she enjoys going to the gym or hanging out with her cat named Skitzy!

With five years of dental experience, Tara joined the Lakeshore Dental Care family in October 2019. Tara loves getting to know her patients and making everyone smile. When Tara is not at the office, you can find her sky diving, scuba diving or going on adventures with her dogs! She is very outdoorsy and enjoys kayaking, camping, rafting and hiking!

Kaitlin's top priority when working with a patient is their comfort. With over two years of assisting experience, she enjoys helping each patient reach their oral health goals. Outside of the office, Kaitlin is also a kitchen manager and bar tender. She enjoys kayaking, camping, and going to concerts. Next time you see her in the office, be sure to ask about her boxer lab mix named 'Titan'!

Lauren joined the Lakeshore Dental Care Family in 2021 with 6 years of experience in General Dentistry, Endodontics and Oral Surgery. Lauren also has 18 years of experience in the Wedding Industry and holds a Masters Degree in Psychology. Outside of the office, she enjoys writing and spending time at home with her 3 cats. Lauren takes pleasure in working with patients to help achieve their dental health goals. At your next visit, ask Lauren about her time as a Behavioral Neuroscience Researcher.

As a dental assistant with over 20 years of experience, Yolandas ultimate goal is making sure that everyone feels as comfortable and at home in the dental chair as possible. Outside of the office family and serving her community are the most important part of her life. Giving a helping hand to every man, woman and child brings her great joy.

Unless youre having a problem you will be first scheduled with one of our amazing hygienists who will review your past medical history and take any necessary X-rays. After that is completed, they will clean your teeth to remove any tartar that has accumulated since your last dental checkup. We do this first because some patients build up quite a lot of tartar and it can be hard to diagnose cavities on the teeth until it is removed.

After your teeth are bright and clean, the hygienist will call on a doctor to come and meet with you, listen to your concerns, carefully examine your overall oral health, review any X-rays taken, and provide you with options for any treatment you may need.