Dr. Susan Cope Fortenberry, D.M.D.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1083936132
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Dr. Susan Fortenberry is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist with 16 years of experience caring for children of all ages in Jackson, Mississippi. She completed her dental degree with honors from the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry and then specialized in pediatric and special needs dentistry through a two-year residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Fortenberry believes that every child deserves to feel safe and excited at the dentist, and she works hard to help young patients build healthy habits that lead to confident smiles for life. She has deep roots in pediatric dentistry—she grew up around her father's practice and has been passionate about working with children ever since. Dr. Fortenberry is currently accepting new patients and is active in her community through teaching and dental mission work.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- University of Mississippi School of Dentistry (DDS, graduated with honors 2007)
- Mississippi College (undergraduate)
- University of Alabama at Birmingham (two-year pediatric and special needs residency)
Board Certifications
- Board Certified Pediatric Dentist (American Board of Pediatric Dentistry)
Credential: D.M.D.
NPI registered: 02/17/2010
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentists
- American Board of Pediatric Dentists
- Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry
- Mississippi Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Mississippi Dental Association
- Gnathos Orthodontic Study Group
- American Dental Association
Beyond the Office
Medical and dental mission trip to Honduras (college)
Teaching youth and children
Grew up around the pediatric dentistry practice, mowing grass as a child with her father
Worked as a dental assistant in college
Married to Brian with four children
Being a mom is her favorite hobby
Enjoys running and traveling
Carrying on the legacy of her father, Dr. Lee Cope
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