Dr. Janice Townsend is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience caring for children's teeth in Columbus, Ohio. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Marquette University and completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at both The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children's Hospital. Dr. Townsend is passionate about helping children who face barriers to dental care and believes in teaching families about prevention to keep teeth healthy for life. She also leads the pediatric dentistry program at Ohio State University and works on national efforts to improve oral health for all children. Dr. Townsend is accepting new patients and would be happy to meet your family.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

Master of Science (MS) in Pediatric Dentistry, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Marquette University School of Dentistry

Board Certifications

Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 10/05/2006

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryBehavior managementDental pain managementPreventive dental care for at-risk populationsPopulation-based approach to oral health care

Beyond the Office

Community outreach initiatives

National initiatives with professional dental organizations focused on improving oral health of the nation's children

Chair of Division of Pediatric Dentistry at Ohio State University College of Dentistry

Chief of Pediatric Dentistry at Nationwide Children's Hospital

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