Dr. Anita J Gouri, D.D.S.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1437300134
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Dr. Anita Gouri is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 18 years of experience serving children in Lafayette, Louisiana. She completed specialized training at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC, and holds advanced certifications in laser dentistry and tongue-tie diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Gouri is known for her gentle approach—she treats every child as if they were her own and is dedicated to creating worry-free, painless dental visits for her young patients. In addition to routine exams, cleanings, and preventive care, she offers specialized services like tongue and lip tie diagnosis and uses modern dental lasers for treatment. A Louisiana native who has served the Acadiana community since 2008, Dr. Gouri is an active speaker on children's breathing and developmental health, and she is now accepting new patients.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Doctorate of Dental Surgery (DDS), Louisiana School of Dentistry in New Orleans
- Tufts University - B.a.Undergraduate School, 2000
- Lsu School Of Dentistry - D.d.s.Medical School, 2006
- Two-Year Pediatric Dentistry Residency, Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC
- Bachelor of Arts in English, Tufts University in Massachusetts
- Pediatric Dentistry - Childrens National Medical Center Washington DcResidency Hospital, 2008
Board Certifications
- Board Certification - American Board Of Pediatric Dentistry
- Certified in Laser Dentistry with the World Clinical Laser Institute
- Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- Tufts University - B.a.Undergraduate School, 2000
- Lsu School Of Dentistry - D.d.s.Medical School, 2006
- Pediatric Dentistry - Childrens National Medical Center Washington DcResidency Hospital, 2008
- Certified in Tongue and Lip Tie Diagnosis by Tethered Oral Tissues Specialty Training (TOTS)
Credential: D.D.S.
NPI registered: 10/01/2008
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Dental laser for tongue and lip tie treatment
- Conscious sedation options
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Louisiana Dental Association
- Acadiana District Dental Association
- Seattle Study Club (local chapter)
- The Breathe Institute
- American Laser Study Club
- Academy of Laser Dentistry
Beyond the Office
Invited speaker locally, regionally, and nationally on tongue ties and breathing/developmental concerns
Ambassador of The Breathe Institute
Louisiana native
Has practiced in Acadiana since 2008
Married with two daughters
Family enjoys traveling together
Supports daughters' numerous activities and interests
Saints fan
Enjoys exploring and enjoying food with family and friends
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