Previously, Dr. Mo has worked as a pediatric dentist at Willamette Dental Clinic and Gentle Dental in Vancouver. Dr. Mo also trained dental students and pediatric dentistry residents at OHSU. She was the founding dentist at Providence Specialty Dental Clinic for Children in Portland, OR, specializing in treating children with special health care needs.

As a former faculty member at OHSU School of Dentistry, member of American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, as well as local and national pediatric dental associations, Dr. Mo has stayed current with the latest in pediatric dental care. She is also affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Hospital, Salmon Creek Legacy Hospital, St. Vincents Providence Hospital, and Kaiser Interstate Surgical Center.

Dr. Mo says, I love working with kids because it gives me an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of each child and be a part of their lives in a small way. It has taught me immense patience and unconditional love.

Financial CoordinatorTawni has worked in the dental industry for 14 years and she moved to the area from Texas three years ago. She is an expert in working with insurance providers and helping patients take advantage of their benefits. On weekends, Tawni enjoys spending time with her family, boating, hiking, and painting. She loves the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and exploring new places.

Office ManagerMariana began her career in dentistry seven years ago. She transitioned to the office manager role at Must Love Kids in 2019. Mariana is great at problem-solving and keeping the practice on schedule, and she does everything with a smile. As someone who loves working with children, Mariana finds her role incredibly rewarding. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and finding new places to eat.

Business TeamKarina was born in the Ukraine and moved to America when she was three years old. She is CPR/OSHA certified and attended Skills Center Dental Assisting School. Karina is known for her positive attitude around the office. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors and reading a book with an iced coffee in her hand. Those who know Karina know shes totally obsessed with coffee and cannot go a day without it. Shes also a fan of iced matcha with peppermint.

Registered Dental HygienistKristi graduated from Clark College, where she studied dental hygiene. Born in Texas, raised in Utah, and living in Washington since 1988, Kristi has worked in the dental field for more than 20 years. Kristi loves working with kids in her role at Must Love Kids. When not working, youll find Kristi hiking, cooking/baking, playing video games, or gardening. She also has a hidden talent for scuba diving and fixing cars.

Dental AssistantCourtnee has lived in Vancouver, WA, her whole life, and has been with the practice since 2016. Courtnee is CPR/BLS certified and she has completed an Oregon Radiologic Proficiency Certificate and WISHA/HIPPA training. Outside of work, Courtnee loves to be outdoors, at the beach, or spending time with friends and family, especially her daughter Ariella.

Dental AssistantOriginally from Peru, Francesca recently joined Must Love Kids as a dental assistant. She graduated from Concorde Career College and loves working with children. When shes not working, Francesca enjoys hiking and visiting the beach. She also loves her little Chihuahua, called Gummy, who is three years old.

Pediatric dentistry is dental care especially for children. Must Love Kids has three board-certified pediatric dentists who have undertaken additional training so they can provide quality dental care to meet the unique needs of growing kids. Finding a trusted dental home for your children, where they can get preventive dental services and treatment throughout their childhood, helps to reduce dental-related anxiety. We make dental visits fun and our friendly and caring staff help to instil healthy dental habits in your child, so they can smile brightly now and forever. Our highly experienced dental team can also provide care to children with special health care needs.

The old adage of prevention is better than cure rings true when it comes to preventive dental care. Regular visits to the dentist will help your child to keep their teeth healthy and avoid major dental issues in the future. Your childs dentist will examine tooth development, check for cavities and decay, and provide treatment for any dental problems. From checkups and cleanings to fluoride treatments and sealants, preventive dental care is aimed at keeping your childs teeth and mouth healthy. Unfortunately, if left untreated, small dental issues can transform into major dental problems, which can be both painful and costly to fix, and why its important to stay vigilant with oral health and dental visits. And, remembergood health starts with the whole family. Set a great example for your children and encourage regular preventive checkups with the dentist. Youll be glad you did!

All I can say is AMAZING! Staff were all friendly and professional. My son loves it here and felt very comfortable. I would recommend this dentist to all my friends and family with kids. Hands down, best kids' dentist in Vancouver.

The Computer Assisted Local Anesthesia uses the latest in technology to deliver a pain-free option for anesthesia. Ideal for treating children, its a great alternative to regular dental injections, which have the potential to cause dental-related anxiety and fear in younger patients. The Wand uses a computerized system to deliver a local anesthetic right into the tooth being treated. Importantly, it doesnt numb your entire face like traditional injections, so kids dont face any difficulty eating or speaking post-treatment.

Yes, your childs baby teeth will fall out eventually and a new set of adult teeth will come through. But, baby teeth arent disposablethey are necessary and worth restoring. Baby teeth play an important role in helping children to chew and speak, and they also help a childs permanent teeth to grow into their correct position. If your child has major decay in a baby tooth, a stainless steel crown can be an effective way to restore it. This offers a durable option to protect the tooth until the childs adult teeth erupt and at times is the only option for treatment.

Sedation dentistry is available at Must Love Kids to help children feel more at ease with their dental treatment. It can be particularly helpful for kids with dental-related anxiety or special health care needs, such as autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, or other complex health conditions. We use safe and effective techniques to increase patient comfort and ease nerves and anxiety. Nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation (sometimes called laughing gas) is regularly used in children during minor dental procedures to ease anxiety. We also offer general anesthesia through an independent anesthesiologist (MD) in house or in a local hospital when necessary. This is a controlled state of unconsciousness that can work well for more complex treatments.

Sedation dentistry isnt the only option to calm the fears of young patients. Our highly experienced team can help to reduce dental-related anxiety through behavior guidance and non-medication options. Behavior guidance is a technique used to alleviate dental anxiety and to create a positive attitude towards dental care. It allows pediatric dentists to perform dental treatments for infants, toddlers, teens, and children with special health care needs. Importantly, our dentists will tailor treatment to suit each childs needs. There is no one size fits all approach.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children receive an orthodontic evaluation no later than age seven. This is because their first adult molars erupt around this age, which establishes the back bite. An orthodontic evaluation is a straightforward process. Dr. Mo will evaluate your childs tooth development and examine the mouth for signs of crowding or space issues. An evaluation ensures that any orthodontic treatments can be recommended early enough to prevent major dental issues from occurring for your child in the future.

Orthodontic interceptive care helps to guide your childs adult teeth and it corrects any malocclusion or problems with their bite. It also helps reduce the need for tooth removal and gives your child the best possible start to life with their adult teeth. Your pediatric dentist will advise whether any orthodontic treatment is required for your child after an orthodontic evaluation. Treatments typically include space maintainers, palatal expanders, and/or braces. Any orthodontic treatments are closely monitored by our pediatric dentists to ensure the best possible solutions are available for your child for optimal results.

These guys are absolutely amazing. They took such great care of my daughter this week. The team went above and beyond for our family multiple times. Out of every kids dentistry I've ever been to these guys are hands down the best and my kids will never go anywhere else.

When teens are faced with crooked teeth or other dental issues, it can cause a drop in self-esteem and confidence. But with regular preventive dental care and orthodontic evaluation and treatments, you can prevent serious dental problems for your child in the future. Braces are a very common orthodontic treatment for teens. They can even be used as a treatment in children as early as eight years old. Braces help guide the development of a childs teeth and jaw. They ensure they are properly aligned, keeping your teens smiling now and tomorrow.