Dr. Vanessa Qureishi Velilla, D.D.S., M.S.
Pediatric DentistryNPI: 1750453304
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Dr. Vanessa Velilla is a board-certified pediatric dentist with 20 years of experience creating healthy, happy smiles for children in Ridgewood, NJ. She earned her dental degree and specialized training in pediatric dentistry from the University of Michigan, and she also completed advanced training in special care dentistry to help children with unique dental needs. Dr. Velilla believes that good oral health starts with encouraging kids to brush and floss while making dental visits fun and comfortable. She's passionate about mentoring the next generation of dentists and maintains hospital privileges at Hackensack University Medical Center. When she's not caring for her young patients, Dr. Velilla loves to travel and explore new restaurants.
Specialties
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Education & Training
- Bronx Lebanon Hospital - General Practice Residency (GPR) certification
- University of Michigan - Bachelor's degree in Biology and Comparative Literature
- Rose F. Kennedy Center - Fellowship in Special Care Dentistry
- University of Michigan - DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)
- University of Michigan - Certificate and Master's degree in Pediatric Dentistry
Board Certifications
- Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- Board-Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Credential: D.D.S., M.S.
NPI registered: 11/15/2006
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Areas of Focus
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Beyond the Office
Teaching and mentoring dental residents at Hackersack University Medical Center
Maintains hospital privileges at Hackensack University Medical Center
From Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
Loves to travel - recently trekked to Machu Picchu and hiked the last 200km of the Camino de Santiago
Enjoys trying new restaurants
Golfs and plays tennis
Trains for and participates in races
Has completed 6 marathons
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