Dr. Patricia Mary Smith, D.M.D.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1689751265
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Dr. Patricia Smith is a pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience caring for children's dental health in Newark, Delaware. She completed advanced training at top institutions including the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, giving her special expertise in pediatric sleep disorders, airway assessment, and laser treatment for tethered oral tissues. Dr. Smith uses modern laser technology and provides dental care under general anesthesia when needed to help children who need extra support. She is active in the community as a part-time clinical professor at Temple University Dental School and works with other hospitals to teach new dentists. Dr. Smith is now accepting new patients and is committed to making dental care comfortable and effective for children.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- General practice residency at Staten Island University Hospital
- Bachelor's degree from Saint Peter's University, Jersey City, New Jersey
- Specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Temple University Hospital, Episcopal Campus
- Doctorate of Dental Medicine from University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine
- Fellowship at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Credential: D.M.D.
NPI registered: 11/01/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Laser treatment (frenectomy) for tethered oral tissues
Professional Memberships
- The Breathe Institute (TBI Ambassador)
- Nemours Children's Hospital (associate community staff member)
- ChristianaCare Health System (active member of medical and dental staff)
Beyond the Office
Faculty member at Temple University Dental School (part-time clinical assistant professor)
Teaching general practice dental residents at Wilmington Hospital
Providing dental services under general anesthesia in operating room at Wilmington Hospital
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