When you choose Luna Pediatric Dentistry, youre choosing the best care for your young ones. Unlike general dentists, pediatric dentists have years of additional training and experience. Therefore, choose the best care for you and your family a pediatric dentist.
Following dental school, pediatric dentists focus on the needs of kids. Notably, that includes their unique teeth and behavior. Thus, your pediatric dentist knows the best methods to maintain a childs oral health. Plus, they know how to interact with kids to ensure a calm, gentle, positive experience.
When it comes to your first visits to a dentist, we know that kids and their parents can be nervous. However, we are ready to make sure those first experiences are positive and educational. Importantly, this can encourage better oral health practices, which will continue into adulthood.
At Luna Pediatric Dentistry, we have designed everything to maximize the comfort of you and your child. Thus, our high-tech office is bright, colorful, inviting, and fun. We want you to enjoy your visit as much as possible as you maintain the best possible oral health.
At Luna, each child gets the individual attention they require. We know that every child is different with unique needs. Therefore, we go out of our way to make sure those needs are met. Also, parents are always encouraged to accompany their children during treatment. Thus, everyone is comfortable and always feels safe and secure.
Gentle, effective, efficient treatment are always our goals. Using the latest technologies, we ensure care is as fast and comfortable as possible. During and after treatment, we reward kids with lots of praise and encouragement. Its enjoyable for us and really makes a difference for our patients. Always, we want to encourage more smiles!
At Luna Pediatric Dentistry, we are committed to making sure your child gets the best quality care. However, we also want that care to fit your budget and accommodate your busy schedule. Before treatment begins, well discuss flexible payment plans. Plus, our coordinator will assist in maximizing any insurance benefits you may have.
Always, our goal is to exceed your expectations. And, our number one priority is to make sure your experience is rewarding. Our biggest reward is when returning patients say they looked forward to their visit.
By choosing your pediatric dentist wisely, you can encourage better habits at the earliest stage. We can spot problems before they have a chance to worsen. Consequently, we can help ensure smiles get off to the best start and mature into beautiful, straight smiles and bites.
We know that smiles are essential in life. Importantly, the more smiles, the more confidence, happiness, and even success down the road. By getting an early start, you can encourage a lifetime of smiles and all that comes with it.
Before any treatment begins, we will be happy to discuss all your concerns and the specialized quality care that we love providing. As we provide exceptional care, we enjoy getting to know each patient and their families.
Dr. Julia grew up in Westfield, Massachusetts. She graduated from UMass Amherst where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology. She attended the University of New England College of Dental Medicine for her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. During dental school, Dr. Julia was involved with various school outreach programs where she taught underserved children about oral health care. She also volunteered at head start programs where she taught young kids how to read. As her passion for helping children continued to grow she decided to be a dentist solely for children.
After dental school she went on to receive further specialized training in pediatric dentistry at the Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. During her training she learned many advanced pediatric dental techniques and treatment options such as oral conscious sedation and general anesthesia. Her goal is to provide comprehensive treatment to children of all backgrounds in the safest and most comfortable dental environment.
Dr. Anu Wadivkar completed her Advanced Standing dental training (DDS) from The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at The University of Southern California, Los Angeles. She has a rich and broad experience first, as a general dentist for 16 years (in Chicago and Dubai) and currently as a pediatric dentist. This long experience working with adults spearheaded her passion towards earning her Post Graduate Advanced Training as a pediatric dentist at the University of Texas Health Sciences Centre in Houston (Texas Medical Centre).
She truly feels she has come full circle and is excited to treat children and their dental needs. Dr. Anu is a very strong advocate of preventative care and is keen on educating parents and children towards developing robust oral home care routines and dietary choices. Being a mother of a teenager, she believes it is teamwork when it comes to a childs dental care and encourages parental involvement.
Her mission is to provide gentle, calm, compassionate, optimal dental care to a child in a safe, friendly environment and help create and maintain a fun and positive attitude towards dental care for the child and parents with the aim that the child develops into a wonderful, confident adult with a healthy smile!!
Dr. Anu keeps her passion for knowledge active by attending several continuing courses in Pediatric Dentistry to stay updated with the latest in the field. She is an advocate of continuing education and constant learning. Her vision for your child is a healthy mouth for a healthy life !!! She is grateful for the opportunity to work with you and your child and looks forward to meeting you!!
Bienvenido a Elara Orthodontics / Luna Pediatric Dentistry. Mi nombre es Magdalena y estoy aqu para saludarte con una sonrisa en el momento en que entres por la puerta principal. Estoy a tu disposicin para responder todas tus preguntas e inquietudes que puedas tener.
Hello and welcome to Elara Orthodontics. My name is Allison Ryans and I will be your best friend! Im here to assist the doctor and make you as comfortable as possible. Ive been an assistant for eighteen years. I was born and raised in Houston,Texas and Ive always been a people person. Thats why being an orthodontic assistant suits me well. I love to see patients lives changed through their smiles! Outside of work, I spend time with my family and friends hoping to live my best life ever!
Hello! I am Amy Torres. I have been an RDA for over seven years. I have specialized in pediatric dentistry and love interacting with the little ones. I try to make every child feel comfortable and hope to have them loving the dentist.
Hello! My name is Elizabeth, and I enjoy being a registered dental assistant at Elara Orthodontics. I am dedicated to guiding you in every step of your journey and making you feel at ease during each dental visit. My favorite part of Orthodontics is watching the unique transformation in every smile created here at Elara. I like to travel, shop, and get my nails done in my spare time. But most of all, I love to spend time with my family and fur babies, whether its a movie night with my husband, softball games with my daughter, or running around the park with the dogs.
Hello my name is Jacqueline Childs, Ive been an orthodontic assistant for 13 years. Here at Elara orthodontics I enjoy working with patients watching their smile blossom through the process. My favorite part of working as an assistant is helping patients choose multiple colors for their braces to have a little fun. Outside of work I am a wife and mother that enjoys spending time with my family. I enjoy taking long road trips with plenty of selfies on the way. My favorite color is purple and I love reading novelties. On my relaxing days I enjoy getting a manicure and pedicure. In the end I love to see my patients happy and ending their process with a beautiful smile.
My name is Sabina. Ive been an RDA since 2010. I enjoy helping patients feel comfortable while achieving dental wellness and great smiles. Im a mom of 3 and love spending time with family and friends in my spare time.