Dr. Austin Nunez is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 16 years of experience caring for children's teeth in Petaluma. He earned his dental degree from Creighton University School of Dentistry and completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at UCLA, along with a Master's degree in Public Health. Dr. Nunez creates a fun and welcoming environment where children feel comfortable and safe, helping them build healthy dental habits that last a lifetime. He specializes in preventive care, cleanings, exams, fluoride treatments, and advanced techniques like Silver Diamine Fluoride, and he uses modern digital X-rays to provide the best care. Dr. Nunez is committed to his community, volunteers with The Miracle League of Petaluma, and is accepting new patients.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

UCLA Fielding School of Public Health (Master's Degree in Public Health)
UCLA Pediatric Dental Residency Program
University of Nevada, Reno (organic chemistry, pre-dental)
Creighton University School of Dentistry (graduated near top of class)

Board Certifications

Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentists
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

Credential: DDS, MPH

NPI registered: 06/22/2010

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryPreventive dentistryCleanings and examsFluoride treatmentsOral cancer screeningsSilver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)Dental sealantsChildren's dental health and development

Technology & Equipment

Digital X-rays

Professional Memberships

American Dental Association
Redwood Empire Dental Society
California Dental Association

Beyond the Office

Volunteered at local dental clinic while in college (University of Nevada, Reno)

National Health Service Corps Scholarship recipient (practiced at underserved community clinic in Austin, TX)

Volunteer at The Miracle League of Petaluma

Active resource foster parent

Grew up in Reno, NV

Has a 2-year-old daughter named Olivia

Wife is also a dentist

Active resource foster parent

Enjoys time at McNear Park with family and their dog Zoey

Enjoys hiking through Helen Putnam Park

Moved to Petaluma to be closer to family and was drawn to its small town charm

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