Dr. Elizabeth Katz is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 19 years of experience caring for children in Tucson. She completed her dental degree and specialized training at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston before returning to Arizona, where she grew up. Dr. Katz is passionate about building strong relationships with her young patients and their families, and she focuses on preventative care, treatment for children with special medical needs, and helping kids develop healthy teeth as they grow. She also volunteers at Banner UMC, providing dental care to children with serious illnesses like cancer and blood disorders. Dr. Katz is accepting new patients and brings warmth and compassion to every appointment.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

Three-year residency in Pediatric Dentistry, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA
Tufts University School Of Dental Medicine Pediatric DentistryResidency Hospital, 2007
Undergraduate degree, University of Arizona
Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD), Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, Boston, MA (with Honors in Pediatric Dentistry)
University Of ArizonaUndergraduate School, 2000
Tufts University School Of Dental MedicineMedical School, 2004

Board Certifications

Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 07/19/2007

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryInfants and childrenSpecial medical needsPreventative careRestorative treatmentGrowth and developmentEarly orthodontic therapyBehavior guidance techniques

Beyond the Office

Serves on staff at Banner UMC caring for hematology and oncology inpatient patients

Has practiced and taught at clinics in Tucson and Green Valley

Originally from Pennsylvania

Moved back to Tucson after college due to fond memories of its beauty and warm people

Married with one son

Has a fluffy dog named Luna and a cat named Leo

Enjoys traveling, skiing, baking, running, restorative/yin yoga, open water swimming, and attending Let's Sweat

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