Dr. Laura Lynn Matsunaga, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1992890735
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Dr. Laura Matsunaga is a pediatric dentist in Los Angeles with 20 years of experience helping children feel comfortable and safe during dental visits. She is a board-certified dental anesthesiologist who specializes in in-office sedation, IV sedation, and general anesthesia, which means she can help anxious or very young patients relax during their procedures. Dr. Matsunaga believes that having a specially trained anesthesiologist on the dental team makes treatment safer because the dentist can focus completely on dental care while she manages the child's comfort. She has been featured on the TV show "The Doctors" and is an active member of major dental organizations including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Matsunaga is accepting new patients and is committed to giving back to her community through dental service trips to Central America.
Specialties
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Education & Training
Board Certifications
- Diplomate of American Dental Society of Anesthesiologists
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 10/04/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- IV sedation
- modern anesthesia medications
Professional Memberships
- American Dental Association
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Society of Dental Anesthesiologists (A.S.D.A.)
Awards & Recognition
- Featured on 'The Doctors' TV show (14 seasons)
- Featured in Doctor of Dentistry magazine
Beyond the Office
Executive Board Member of Strong Villages
Led service tours to Belize
Planning service tour to Ecuador (2017)
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