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Dr. Caterina Raffa, D.M.D

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1609097336

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Contact Information

Address

521 MOUNT AUBURN ST
SUITE 104
Watertown, MA 02472

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Languages

Chinese (Simplified), English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(2 reviews)
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About This Provider

Dr. Caterina Raffa is a pediatric dentist in Watertown, MA, dedicated to making dental visits fun and comfortable for children from babies through young adults. With 19 years of experience and board certification in pediatric dentistry, she provides comprehensive care including checkups, cleanings, baby root canals, and emergency services. Dr. Raffa earned her dental degree with highest honors from Tufts University and completed specialty training at Boston University, and she is fluent in eight languages including English, Spanish, Chinese, and more. As President of the Massachusetts Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, she is actively involved in her community and committed to helping every child build a strong foundation for lifelong oral health. Dr. Raffa is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • DMD, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (graduated Summa Cum Laude)
  • Pediatric Dentistry specialty postdoctorate, Boston University School of Dental Medicine
  • Dental Hygiene degree, SUNY Farmingdale
  • Bachelor's degree, Hofstra University

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Credential: D.M.D

NPI registered: 05/01/2007

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryChildren's oral healthDental checkups for childrenBaby root canalsEmergency pediatric dentistryPreventive care for children from infancy to young adulthood

Technology & Equipment

  • Digital X-rays

Professional Memberships

  • American Dental Association
  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Massachusetts Dental Society
  • Northeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Massachusetts Association of Pediatric Dentists

Awards & Recognition

  • Dr. Philip Silverstein Award for outstanding scholastic achievement (SUNY Farmingdale)
  • 2003 Certificate of Merit for Outstanding promise in the field of pediatric dentistry (Tufts University)
  • Inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society (Tufts University)

Beyond the Office

President of the Massachusetts Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

Vice Chair, Middlesex District Massachusetts Dental Society

Originally from Italy, moved to New York at a young age and grew up in Brooklyn, NY

Has a great appreciation for the sciences and community

Loves spending time with her husband and children Alex, Gabriella, and Luca

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