Dr. Paul A Kennedy Jr, DDS
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1295767903
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About This Provider
Dr. Paul Kennedy Jr. is a pediatric dentist in Corpus Christi, TX, with over 20 years of experience helping children develop healthy smiles. He is a board-certified pediatric dentist who specializes in treating traumatic tooth injuries, using advanced laser technology, and addressing complex dental issues like non-erupting permanent molars. Dr. Kennedy creates a welcoming and comfortable environment where children feel at ease, believing that positive early experiences lead to lifelong good oral health habits. He is deeply involved in his community through organizations like T-MOM Corpus Christi and serves on advisory committees to help underserved families access dental care. You can trust Dr. Kennedy to combine his extensive expertise and genuine care for young patients with a warm, patient approach to every visit.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Baylor University, 1996
- Pediatric Dentistry Certification, University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, 2003
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.), University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, 2001
Board Certifications
- Anesthesia permits: Enteral, Nitrous Oxide, Intranasal, Subcutaneous, Submucosal, Intramuscular, and Intravenous Levels 1-3, Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- Diode Laser Certification, International Center for Laser Education
- Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- PALS Certification, American Heart Association
Credential: DDS
NPI registered: 07/06/2006
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Areas of Focus
Technology & Equipment
- Diode laser
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)
- Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (TAPD)
- Texas Dental Association (TDA)
- Nueces Valley District Dental Society
- Southwest Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- International Association for Dental Research
- American Association for Dental Research
- American Society of Dentistry for Children
- California Dental Association
Awards & Recognition
- 2012 Jerome B. Miller/Crest Oral-B for the Kids Award
- TDA New Dentist Leadership Award, 2010
- Pinnacle Lifetime Member, The Inner Circle
Beyond the Office
T-MOM Corpus Christi Co-Chair
Windsor Park Elementary Planning and Decision Making Team Volunteer
Medicaid and SCHIP Regional Advisory Committee
T-MOM Corpus Christi Volunteer - prescreened 180 children at Evans Elementary
Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, Department of Pediatric Dentistry
Chair of the Department of Dentistry, Driscoll Children's Hospital, Corpus Christi, Texas
Chairman of the Governing Board, Saratoga Surgical Center
Values spending quality time with his wife Merritt and children Kate and Paul 'Cuatro'
Parents are Dr. Paul Kennedy Jr. and Susan Kennedy, who have been a source of inspiration throughout his life
Mentored by distinguished professionals including Dr. Kevin Donly, Dr. Paul Kennedy Jr., and Dr. Phil Hunke
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