Dentistry has been a very fulfilling career for me. I am fortunate to have found a path in life that allows me to use my mind as well as my hands. I have a very strong artistic side and I feel that dentistry, in some ways, is an art form.
I love to solve problems and see the transformation that I can create, not only in terms of someones smile and overall comfort but also in their self-esteem. The best rewards of my profession come from the thank-you cards, drawings, and pieces of artwork that my little patients bring to me ... orwhen a formerly fearful child runs intothe office and is eager to see us. The fear is gone, and its amazing to feel responsible for that turnaround!
When I was going through my pediatric rotation indental school, it became quite apparent to me that this was the specialty for me. It was more the childrens response to me than my response to them that sealed the deal. Over the years, I have seen my profession turn into big business, and that does not always make me feel comfortable or proud. I never want to lose sight of what brought me to dentistry in the first place: the kids. As a practitioner, the connectionswith my patients are the most valuable and important.
I am passionate about creating lasting relationships with all of my patients and their families. The practice ethics and standards that I started with 28years ago have not changed. The only thingthatsdifferent isthe incorporation of modern dentistry in terms of materials and technology.
I never envisioned the advances we have today when I started practicing dentistry. I have always felt that learning never ends and I am committed to continue to educate myselfin order to provide the best services available for our patients.Even after two decades in private practice, I am still reminded every day how fortunate I am to have such a rewarding job.
I was born in Manila, the Philippines, and immigrated to the United States when I was nine years old. I grew up in Pittsburgh. I now live in Lititzwith my life partner, Dr. Lee Patalowski, and the love-of-my-life dog, Dolce, a Coton de Tulear. I am always eager to come home to her after a long day at the office.
When Im not doing dentistry, Im usually contemplating my next renovation/design project. I love looking atfabric swatches and paint samples and obsessing over design websites. I also love to cook and host dinner parties with friends. I love spending time in Naples, FL; the Gulf Coast region is my little piece of paradise. If Im not in Pennsylvania, youll find me there!
My patients call me 'Dr. Brad' and I am excited to be a part of M2! Prior to my dental career, I was a biology and mathematics teacher at a K-12 private school in Washington State. I loved my time working with kids and I draw on those experiences when teaching my patients about their oral health. I am dedicated to providing each child with the best possible care and experience.
I grew up in Olympia, Washington and I have other family members in the dental field. My father is a general dentist and my sister is also a pediatric dentist. When not working, I enjoy traveling with my fiance. I also love spending time with my family, friends, and my chihuahua, Zoey. I am an avid golfer and tennis player.
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I am so excited to meet the patients at M2! My patients call me Dr. Sara'. I was raised in the suburbs of Northern Virginia. I attended Virginia Tech for my undergraduate training and obtained dual degrees in chemistry and flute performance. After college, I opened my own flute studio and taught children of all ages for five years.
I am a forever musician and continue to play the flute. I enjoy running, going to concerts and playing with my dog, Zoey, who has quite a following on Instagram! Follow her page at @zoey_the_phi_chi. I am so happy to call Lancaster home and I am enjoying the wonderful culinary scene here!
Since retiring from active dental practice several years ago due to medical issues, I have been devoting my time to my passion of sports dentistry. I actively lecture locally and nationally on the topic of sports-related dental injuries and theirprevention. I am a lifelong learner and eager to stay in the forefront ofallthe advances in the field of concussion prevention. I am honored to work with several local athletes and sports teams.
I continue to manage the Center for Sports Dentistry for the design and fabrication of custom-fitted sports mouthguardswe offer at a fraction of the average national price. I am also available to the patients of M2, local sports teams, and people in the community to advise them on the proper type and fit of mouthguards for their respective sports.
I love continuing education! I was one of the youngest to achieve the status of Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD). Awardees must meet the highest criteria for professional excellence by taking 1,100 hours of continuing dental education in the sixteen disciplines of dentistry, including 400 hours dedicated to practicing hands-on skills and techniques. To date, there are only 152 dentists in Pennsylvania to have earnedthis Mastership.
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 based on 60 reviews
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2 years ago
What a great Office to bring your little ones. All the staff was extremely professional and friendly. 5 star experience !
Sandy White
2 years ago
We came to M2 after my 14-y-o had a HORRIBLE experience at another practice. Everyone was calm, kind, and respectful. You can tell from the minute you walk in that they "get" young people- kids even get to choose a movie to watch while they have work done! My kiddo got a filling today and never even flinched! Dr. Brad really knows his stuff- we're never going anywhere else!
Kate
2 years ago
This is such a great place to go if your child is sensitive during dental procedures. Everyone is very kind, highly recommend.
G Black
2 years ago
Dr. Meliton and her staff are simply the best- her staff was nothing but accommodating and friendly. Her compassion was evident from the moment she began speaking with my daughter. As it was her first dentist experience, I was nervous to take her, but my fears were quickly quelled. She left the appointment with a smile on her face, and a new toothbrush in hand. I couldn't recommend Dr. Meliton any higher. And not to mention her office was spotless; it reminded me of an Apple store.
Dena Lombardo
2 years ago
The atmosphere and staff at M2 Dentistry were outstanding! It was our first experience with Dr Meliton and I couldn't be more pleased. She and her staff were so kind and friendly. They put both myself and my two year old niece at ease the entire appointment. And during these unusual times I felt very comfortable and safe with their guidelines to keeping the work spaces clean and sanitized. Highly recommend!
Dee Marie Achuff
2 years ago
The staff and Doctor were amazing. They were so kind and caring towards my son and made him feel comfortable during the visits. Will definitely be recommending them to family and friends and will be going back in the future.
Elizabeth Fishel
2 years ago
When my son Oliver was almost 4 years old, he needed oral surgery. In looking around, we found Dr. Meliton and the M2 dentistry staff. The procedure was the smoothest process I've ever experienced, and they took the parents worries into consideration the entire time. The office was in contact with us following the procedure to check-in on Ollie as well. We loved it so much that we started using them as our regular dentist for all the kids. Oliver now calls the office his "happy place". What kid loves going to the dentist?! Dr. Meliton is AMAZING. She's kind, patient and knowledgeable and really makes the kids feel special. I can't say enough great things about her and her wonderful, polite staff. You feel like family when you walk in the door, and that's hard to find.
Tonda Habecker
2 years ago
I have a daughter with Down syndrome and I was dreading her first dentist appointment because of the difficulties we have at home with brushing her teeth. Dr. Meliton and the rest of the staff at M2 Dentistry were amazing with her! They were very patient with her and made her first dental experience and enjoyable one! I definitely recommend M2 Dentistry for anyone looking for a pleasant and professional dental office.
Maggie Sue
2 years ago
We had a wonderful experience at M2. Dr. Meliton and her team were excellent! They were so great with my son and took time to answer all my questions and made me feel comfortable with the treatment. The office is beautiful, clean and everyone made us feel very safe having a visit during COVID. We wouldn't go anywhere else! Thank you Dr. Meliton and team! You are the best!!
Sara Fisher
2 years ago
If I could give this place 10 stars, I would! My daughter had to have some dental work done and she is always very scared and anxious when she goes to the dentist. Our family dentist recommended M2 to us, and I couldn't be happier with the recommendation! The staff and Dr. Meliton worked with us and were kind, understanding, and took the time to explain EVERYTHING to my husband and me. I even had to ask the same couple of questions a few times to fully comprehend what was going on (lol), and everyone I spoke to took the time to clarify things. My daughter had to be sedated to get the dental work done, but I knew going into it that she was in good hands. I highly recommend this place for your kid/teen! Also, Dr. Borandi was the dr who did my daughter's anesthesia. His bedside manner is calm but knowledgeable. Confident but not patronizing. He spoke to my daughter at her "level" and was very patient with her. After the surgery was over, he was again very kind and patient with us. Even helped us get her to the car! So, yes, please go to M2 for any dental work your kid needs!
Tonda Habecker
3 years ago
I have a daughter with Down syndrome and I was dreading her first dentist appointment because of the difficulties we have at home with brushing her teeth. Dr. Meliton and the rest of the staff at M2 Dentistry were amazing with her! They were very patient with her and made her first dental experience and enjoyable one! I definitely recommend M2 Dentistry for anyone looking for a pleasant and professional dental office.
Maggie Sue
3 years ago
We had a wonderful experience at M2. Dr. Meliton and her team were excellent! They were so great with my son and took time to answer all my questions and made me feel comfortable with the treatment. The office is beautiful, clean and everyone made us feel very safe having a visit during COVID. We wouldn't go anywhere else! Thank you Dr. Meliton and team! You are the best!!
G Black
3 years ago
Dr. Meliton and her staff are simply the best- her staff was nothing but accommodating and friendly. Her compassion was evident from the moment she began speaking with my daughter. As it was her first dentist experience, I was nervous to take her, but my fears were quickly quelled. She left the appointment with a smile on her face, and a new toothbrush in hand. I couldn't recommend Dr. Meliton any higher. And not to mention her office was spotless; it reminded me of an Apple store.
Dee Marie Achuff
3 years ago
The staff and Doctor were amazing. They were so kind and caring towards my son and made him feel comfortable during the visits. Will definitely be recommending them to family and friends and will be going back in the future.
Sara Fisher
3 years ago
If I could give this place 10 stars, I would! My daughter had to have some dental work done and she is always very scared and anxious when she goes to the dentist. Our family dentist recommended M2 to us, and I couldn't be happier with the recommendation! The staff and Dr. Meliton worked with us and were kind, understanding, and took the time to explain EVERYTHING to my husband and me. I even had to ask the same couple of questions a few times to fully comprehend what was going on (lol), and everyone I spoke to took the time to clarify things. My daughter had to be sedated to get the dental work done, but I knew going into it that she was in good hands. I highly recommend this place for your kid/teen! Also, Dr. Borandi was the dr who did my daughter's anesthesia. His bedside manner is calm but knowledgeable. Confident but not patronizing. He spoke to my daughter at her "level" and was very patient with her. After the surgery was over, he was again very kind and patient with us. Even helped us get her to the car! So, yes, please go to M2 for any dental work your kid needs!
Elizabeth Fishel
3 years ago
When my son Oliver was almost 4 years old, he needed oral surgery. In looking around, we found Dr. Meliton and the M2 dentistry staff. The procedure was the smoothest process I've ever experienced, and they took the parents worries into consideration the entire time. The office was in contact with us following the procedure to check-in on Ollie as well. We loved it so much that we started using them as our regular dentist for all the kids. Oliver now calls the office his "happy place". What kid loves going to the dentist?! Dr. Meliton is AMAZING. She's kind, patient and knowledgeable and really makes the kids feel special. I can't say enough great things about her and her wonderful, polite staff. You feel like family when you walk in the door, and that's hard to find.
Dena Lombardo
3 years ago
The atmosphere and staff at M2 Dentistry were outstanding! It was our first experience with Dr Meliton and I couldn't be more pleased. She and her staff were so kind and friendly. They put both myself and my two year old niece at ease the entire appointment. And during these unusual times I felt very comfortable and safe with their guidelines to keeping the work spaces clean and sanitized. Highly recommend!
Leah Timm-Wolgemuth
3 years ago
From the first visit, I knew M2 was the perfect fit for our children's dental needs. The entire staff is simply amazing, and they truly care about each patient. My 3-year old son needed surgery to repair/remedy several teeth. They took the time to explain each step of the process, made sure all our questions were answered, and made the experience extremely easy for me as a parent. My son was so well cared for, and Dr. Meliton did a phenomenal job with his teeth! I was floored when I saw the before and after photos with how beautifully she took care of the cavities in his front teeth. They look absolutely perfect, as if there had never been any damage (cavities) at all! The office is clean, comfortable, and kid-friendly. I'm excited to bring my 2-yr old daughter to M2 for her appointment soon. I know that each visit will continue to be a great experience with truly exceptional care.
Marc Harbin
3 years ago
Best children's dentist ever. Been going for ten years, and we live about 40 minutes away. Highly recommended.
Mom 54
3 years ago
Absolutely awesome experience! What kid says they "can't wait to come back" when referring to the dentist? Mine did. Wonderful staff, fun office setting for kids and Dr. Meliton is the best. Highly recommend.
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