Dr. Jennifer Charlesworth, D.M.D.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1457485534
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Dr. Jennifer Charlesworth, known to her patients as "Dr. Jen," is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 19 years of experience caring for infants, children, and teenagers in Latham, NY. She completed her pediatric dental residency at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children and is certified in sedation dentistry, which helps nervous patients feel comfortable during their visits. Dr. Jen's practice philosophy centers on making dental care fun, educational, and caring—she believes that positive early experiences create healthy dental habits for life. She's been recognized as a Best Dentist by the Times-Union multiple times and serves on Albany Medical Center's Cleft & Craniofacial Center team, one of only a few accredited centers in the region. Dr. Jen is accepting new patients and uses advanced technology like digital X-rays and 3-D imaging to provide the best care possible.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Two-year Pediatric Dental Residency Program
- Bucknell University, Bachelor of Science in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Education
- Temple University School of Dentistry, Philadelphia, PA - DDS
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
- Certified in New York State for Sedation Dentistry
Credential: D.M.D.
NPI registered: 03/14/2007
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Digital X-rays (lower radiation exposure)
- In-Office Cone Beam CT Scanning Machine (3-D X-ray)
- Laser soft tissue surgery
- BPA-free dental sealants
- BPA-free white composite fillings
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association, 3rd District
Awards & Recognition
- 2021 Times-Union Best of the Capital Region - Best Dentist
- 2022 Times-Union Best of the Capital Region - Best Dentist
- 2021 Daily Gazette Best Pediatric Dentist
- Outstanding Providers Award from the Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region
Beyond the Office
Outstanding Provider Award recipient from Autism Society of the Greater Capital Region
Part of Albany Medical Center Cleft & Craniofacial Center team (only accredited team for 100 miles around)
Named Chief Resident after first year of pediatric dental residency
Known by patients as 'Dr. Jen'
Enjoys hiking, tennis, and cross country skiing with her daughter
Attends her daughter's softball and soccer games on weekends
Huge fan of the Philadelphia Phillies
Loves anything related to Disney
Previously performed medical research and co-authored scientific articles at The Institute for Human Gene Therapy at University of Pennsylvania
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