Dr. Rita Patel is a pediatric dentist serving children in North Miami with 16 years of experience and advanced training in caring for kids with complex dental needs. She specializes in working with children who have dental anxiety, special healthcare needs, and airway concerns, using a gentle approach to make dental visits feel comfortable and positive. Dr. Patel earned her dental degree from Nova Southeastern University along with specialized education in developmental biology, bringing both scientific expertise and compassion to her practice. She uses modern techniques including nitrous oxide anesthesia to help nervous patients feel at ease during treatment. Dr. Patel is accepting new patients and focuses on giving every child the caring, comprehensive dental care they deserve.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, University of Sussex
Master's degree in Developmental Biology, Florida International University
2-year postgraduate program in Pediatric Dentistry
DMD, Nova Southeastern University

Credential: DMD

NPI registered: 09/22/2010

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Areas of Focus

pediatric dentistrychildren with extensive dental needsspecial needs dentistrydental anxiety and fearfulnessairway dentistrycomposite restorationspulpotomystainless steel crownsdental extractionsspace maintainerssealants

Technology & Equipment

nitrous oxide anesthesia
local anesthesia

Beyond the Office

Born and raised in England

Loves spending time with family and friends

Enjoys cooking new recipes

Enjoys exercising

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