Dr. Joni M Richmond, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1639146350
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About This Provider
Dr. Joni Richmond is a pediatric dentist in Saint Paul with 20 years of experience helping children feel comfortable and confident about their teeth. She earned her special training in pediatric dentistry from SUNY-Buffalo and Children's Hospital of Buffalo, and she focuses on everything from infant exams to preventative care and fluoride treatments. Dr. Richmond is passionate about giving every child a positive dental experience, and she stays current with the latest dental technology including digital X-rays and laser dentistry. Beyond her practice, she volunteers with Give Kids a Smile to improve dental health for underserved children, has served as clinical faculty at the University of Minnesota, and spent six years treating pediatric patients in Uganda through missionary work.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from SUNY – Buffalo and the Children's Hospital of Buffalo, New York (2002)
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 03/01/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Digital X-rays
- Diagnostic imaging
- Laser dentistry
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- Minnesota Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (past president)
- St. Paul District Dental Society
- Montana Dental Association (Chair of Dental Health Access Committee)
Awards & Recognition
- New Dentist Leadership Award from the Minnesota Dental Association (2008)
Beyond the Office
Volunteer with 'Give Kids a Smile' to advocate for dental health care for children
Traveled to Uganda for six years as part of African Christian Fellowship to treat pediatric patients
Clinical faculty at the University of Minnesota in the pediatric dental department
Served on Executive Council of the Minnesota Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Served on executive committee of the St. Paul District Dental Society
Served on Committee on the New Dentist for the MDA
Served six years on the Minnesota Dental Association Scientific Sessions Committee
Co-chair of the Star of the North Dental Meeting (2014)
Met husband Justin on a mission trip to Uganda in 2010
Became engaged at Bwindi in Uganda in 2011
Had a working honeymoon in Uganda in 2012
Has two sons: Wyatt and Owen
Enjoys going to the park with her boys
Enjoys hiking and finding new trails
Enjoys reading
Is an avid Peloton rider
Enjoys road biking with family
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