Children are not just small adults. Pediatric dentists have specialized training not only in treating a childs teeth, gums and mouth, but also treating children according to their stage in development. Pediatric dentists have chosen to treat children exclusively, and are the most qualified dentists to evaluate and care for your child.
Pediatric dental offices are also specifically designed to make children feel comfortable. Toys and video game systems in the lobby and kid friendly decorations make the experience as positive as possible. We also have specialized equipment such as smaller x-ray sensors designed for kid-sized mouths.
Dr. Nguyen is a Washington native and earned her Bachelors of Science degree at the University of Washington. Following undergrad, she moved to New York City for her dental training and earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at NYU. In dental school Dr. Nguyen was selected to serve in numerous international dental outreaches, as well as in under served areas of Brooklyn, the Bronx and upstate New York. It was during these outreaches that Dr. Nguyen fell in love with treating children and chose to continue her training and complete a two-year residency specializing in pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Nguyen completed her pediatric residency at NYU and Bellevue Medical Center, where she received comprehensive training in treating children with special needs and dental anxiety. As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Nguyen is also trained in the use of nitrous oxide sedation and treatment under general anesthesia in order to safely and effectively treat young patients.