Dr. Sheila Rao, DMD
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1609971100
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Dr. Sheila Rao is a board-certified pediatric dentist with over 20 years of experience caring for children's teeth in Casa Grande, Arizona. She earned her dental degree and advanced training in pediatric dentistry from Boston University and has been recognized as one of the top pediatric dentists in the Phoenix area for 14 years. Dr. Rao is passionate about helping all children have healthy smiles—she even serves as the Clinical Director for Special Smiles, which provides dental care through Special Olympics. She offers a full range of pediatric dental services including cleanings, fluoride treatments, tooth-colored fillings, sealants, and sedation dentistry for children who need extra support during their visits. Dr. Rao is currently accepting new patients and loves getting to know families in her community.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Pediatric Dentistry from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (1998)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (1996)
- BA in Liberal Studies with major in Psychology and minor in Philosophy from University of California Riverside
Board Certifications
- Certified Pediatric Dentist
Credential: DMD
NPI registered: 09/13/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Arizona Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Special Smiles Clinical Director for Special Olympics
Awards & Recognition
- Selected as one of Top Pediatric Dentists in Phoenix area for 14 years
Beyond the Office
Adjunct clinical faculty at University of Louisville in Kentucky
Attending training new residents for NYU Langone–Phoenix/Casa Grande Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry since 2014
Special Smiles Clinical Director for Special Olympics
Evaluator for oral conscious sedation permits with Arizona State Board of Dental Examiners
Born in Devon, England; moved to Florida at age 6, then California
Travels with family
Loves trying new restaurants and enjoying different cultures
Enjoys learning new recipes
Loves Hello Kitty
Married to Dr. Siu; has a daughter
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