Dr. Barnali Roy grew up in Southern California. She received her Bachelors degree in Biochemistry with a minor in Psychology from the University of California, San Diego. After college, she spent one year doing research in Boston at Harvard Medical School. She then went on to obtain her doctor of dental surgery (DDS) degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine where she was honored with an Award for Academic Excellence in Pediatric Dentistry.
During dental school, Dr. Roy realized her passion for working with children. She completed a postdoctoral residency program in Pediatric Dentistry at Columbia University-New York Presbyterian Hospital. During residency, she gained extensive experience in working with children with special healthcare needs, craniofacial anomalies, interceptive orthodontics, and treatment with IV and oral sedation. Dr. Roy is a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Roy is an assistant professor at the UCSF School of Dentistry. She also serves as a committee member on the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry. She is an active member of the California Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Contra Costa Dental Society, and San Francisco Dental Society. Each year, Dr. Roy participates in global mission trips to help provide dental care to children in various underserved parts of the world.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Roy enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and dog Buddy. She enjoys doing yoga, going on hikes, running, art, watching sports, volunteering and exploring the Bay area! Dr. Roy can also speak Spanish and Bengali.
Dr. Katie Kim grew up in the Bay Area. She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Biology at the University of California, Irvine. She then moved to Los Angeles, CA to complete her doctor of dental surgery (DDS) degree at the University of Southern California, where she discovered her passion for working with children while volunteering at community clinics. She graduated in the top of her class and was inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, a national dental honor society.
Dr. Katie then made the move to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to complete her residency in pediatric dentistry at the Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh, a hospital consistently ranked in the top 10 of all U.S. Childrens Hospitals. Working in a Childrens Hospital and Level 1 trauma center granted her extensive experience in the areas of dental trauma, special healthcare needs, growth and development, pharmacological modalities including IV and oral sedation, and behavior modification/management. She is an active member of the California Society of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
When not playing with her patients, Dr. Katie enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and crazy cat Flapjack Jacky Kim. On the weekends you will find her rock climbing, practicing yoga, going on hikes, playing the piano/ukulele, and knitting dolls for her loved ones.
Dr. Shan Girn grew up in the Central Valley. He received his Bachelors degree in Integrative Biology from the University of California, Berkeley. After graduating, he journeyed on to Boston to obtain his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Upon graduation, he was inducted into the prestigious Tufts Honos Civicus Society and the Robert R. Andrews Research Honor Society. He was awarded the Dr. Frank Susi Endowed Prize for Excellence in Teaching.
His passion for helping children brought Dr. Girn back to the Bay, where he completed a three-year residency program in Pediatric Dentistry and a Master of Science in Oral and Craniofacial Biology from the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). He gained extensive experience in working with children with special healthcare needs, complex medical and craniofacial anomalies, interceptive orthodontics, and treatment under general anesthesia at UCSF Benioff Childrens Hospital.
Dr. Girn is a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, California Society of Pediatric Dentistry and Western Society of Pediatric Dentistry.
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a year ago
We've been going lamorinda tooth buds with my son who is quite anxious about going and each time we are met with calm, kind and relaxing professionals who put my son and myself at ease. We feel lucky to have found tooth buds and plan to continue there as long as possible!
Shannon O'Connor
a year ago
I am very happy with the level of care my family was provided today. I have three kids and they were all a bit nervous about visiting a new dentist. From beginning to end of the appointments the service/care was exceptional. The receptionist was so patient and kind, the hygenist was caring and provided explanations, the dentist really walked us through treatment in detail. I can tell this is very caring environment and I'm here for it. Already have our next appointments scheduled. Thank you team!
Theresa Fukuno
2 years ago
Such patient, kind people! Beautiful facilities and equipment. Would totally recommend.
MARCI Semain
2 years ago
The staff at Lamorinda Tooth buds is amazing. They take great care in helping my children understand procedures and ease anxiety every step of the way. Would highly recommend!
Frankie Delisle
2 years ago
Our 5yr old has had a few visits, most recently getting a few cavities filled. Our experience each time has been amazing - everyone makes him feel comfortable, as well as distracted enough to make getting his first cavity filled smooth and uneventful (in the best ways possible). Highly recommend!
Silvia Flores
2 years ago
The staff was extremely sweet and caring. You can see how mindful they are of all their patients and the parents. My toddler was treated so kindly. They ask a lot of questions and ensure all your questions are answered. Bravo ladies!!
Cassandra Johnson (Cassandra Hansen)
2 years ago
First off every single person in the office was so sweet and made sure to somehow connect with my daughter. It was her first time going to the dentist. Desi was her hygienist and explained everything and let my daughter feel the instruments and told her what they did. The dentist was very sweet and gentle, I don't remember his name but he was great!
Catherine Warburton
2 years ago
I continue to be impressed by Lamorinda Tooth Buds. We switched from another dental office because they were no longer managing our insurance. I wish we had jumped sooner--this office is friendly, clean and efficient. My daughter loves the sweet therapy dog there, too!
Oleksandr Voronin
2 years ago
Favorite dentist office - really good with kids. Best experience ever! Definitely recommend.
Irja Tannlund
2 years ago
SO incredibly happy with and impressed by this team. My son is autistic and was struggling with some severe dentist anxiety the day of his appointment, despite a zero pressure walk through day a while back. The Lamorinda Tooth Buds team met him where he was, talked with him about his fears, slowed it all down to his pace, and made some great suggestions for keeping calm throughout -- like using the lead x-ray vests like a weighted blanket, or holding/petting the clinic therapy pup. He was even able to stay mostly distracted by a favorite Disney flick of his choice playing overhead, right in his sightline. He made it through beautifully, honestly exceeding even what I was hoping he'd get through. I'm so grateful to Desi, his hygienist, and the whole team for their kindness and patience.
Bren Sutton
2 years ago
I have been to four other dentists all who told me I needed to put my 10 year old Autistic son under general anesthesia to get his dental work done. He also has the methyl folate reductase gene mutation (MTHFR) which contraindicates Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen. Dr Jen Tung was willing to work with us. Initially after the first visit she also came to the conclusion my son needed to be put under general anesthesia. However after expressing my concerns she decided to give him another chance. We decided to do several visits to complete the work little by little so my son would not be overwhelmed. At the next visit she was able to pull out a baby tooth and complete a filling all without general anesthesia. I am so happy I finally found a dentist who was willing to listen to my concerns and work with my son. She is a fabulous, patient, kind and excellent dentist! Entire staff is amazing as well! I highly recommend Lamorinda Tooth Buds!
Manoj Lamba
2 years ago
All three of my kids go here (ages 19 months to 6yrs old). Our kids LOVE Dr. Roy - one is even inspired to become a dentist as a result of our time here. Our 19 month old, surprisingly, let Dr. Roy examine and clean her teeth, and did not cry at all. Dr. Roy is very knowledge, trustworthy, and just an absolute pleasure to see interacting with our kids. I recommend this office to everyone in the Lafayette area!
Pina Johnson
2 years ago
Dr. Roy and her entire team are exceptional! I took my 3 year old son for the first time and he enjoyed the experience so much he talks about his dentist all the time! Dr. Roy certainly has a gift for this. She was able to hold Israel's attention and teach him about oral hygiene so he would understand. Now he does so much better when I am flossing his teeth as a result. I cannot recommend La Morinda Tooth Buds. Not to mention, we drove from over 30 miles away and it was very much worth it!
Adrienne Hegarty
3 years ago
Lamorinda Tooth Buds is the BEST!! They are so calming and patient with my kiddos. I would definitely recommend.
Bren Sutton
3 years ago
I have been to four other dentists all who told me I needed to put my 10 year old Autistic son under general anesthesia to get his dental work done. He also has the methyl folate reductase gene mutation (MTHFR) which contraindicates Nitrous Oxide-Oxygen. Dr Jen Tung was willing to work with us. Initially after the first visit she also came to the conclusion my son needed to be put under general anesthesia. However after expressing my concerns she decided to give him another chance. We decided to do several visits to complete the work little by little so my son would not be overwhelmed. At the next visit she was able to pull out a baby tooth and complete a filling all without general anesthesia. I am so happy I finally found a dentist who was willing to listen to my concerns and work with my son. She is a fabulous, patient, kind and excellent dentist! Entire staff is amazing as well! I highly recommend Lamorinda Tooth Buds!
Kristin Luangrath
3 years ago
First time taking my kids here and I have to say it was a great experience. It brought me back to when I was a kid and the dentist I would go to, I loved going to the dentist and thats what I wanted for my kids. They're very welcoming, super nice and my kids left happy and excited to go back. My daughter has not been a fan of going to the dentist, she wouldn't let them touch her teeth and she would cry. But after bringing her to Lamorinda Tooth Buds she didn't cry, instead she laughed and talked with everyone about her Halloween costume. To hear her laughing and talking was absolutely amazing. They have a therapy dog to help ease the kids and she just loved that. I will definitely be going back and I recommend taking your kids to see Dr. Roy and her amazing staff.
Manoj Lamba
3 years ago
All three of my kids go here (ages 19 months to 6yrs old). Our kids LOVE Dr. Roy - one is even inspired to become a dentist as a result of our time here. Our 19 month old, surprisingly, let Dr. Roy examine and clean her teeth, and did not cry at all. Dr. Roy is very knowledge, trustworthy, and just an absolute pleasure to see interacting with our kids. I recommend this office to everyone in the Lafayette area!
Pina Johnson
3 years ago
Dr. Roy and her entire team are exceptional! I took my 3 year old son for the first time and he enjoyed the experience so much he talks about his dentist all the time! Dr. Roy certainly has a gift for this. She was able to hold Israel's attention and teach him about oral hygiene so he would understand. Now he does so much better when I am flossing his teeth as a result. I cannot recommend La Morinda Tooth Buds. Not to mention, we drove from over 30 miles away and it was very much worth it!
Jennifer Smilowitz
3 years ago
Dr. Roy is gentle with children and takes her time to explain treatment options. The office staff is friendly and professional. The environment is geared for children who love visiting (movies, games, treasure chest, etc.).
Allison Henkel
3 years ago
I wish I could go to here along with my son. He had his first dental visit and had a great time which included toys, tvs, sunglasses, therapy dog, and a balloon/rubber duckie to go!
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