Unique care for unique smiles
Dentistry isn’t one-size-fits-all. Your child deserves care that is catered to their individual needs, and that shouldn’t be too much to ask! At The Baby Teeth Studio, we take the extra time to educate both patients and their guardians and take a preventive approach to dental care.
Get to Know
Dr. Jen
A first generation Latina, Dr. Jen's parents fled El Salvador’s Civil War before she was born, seeking refuge in the US, right here in LA. The family moved to Northern California for a time, where Dr. Jen attended middle and high school.
During her junior year, at the age of 16, she was forced to drop out of high school and provide for herself. It was at this time that she began working full-time at an orthodontic practice and attending Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) after work. She often says “dentistry saved my life,” as during this trying time dentistry gave her a goal that she wanted to achieve, and a future that she became determined to build.
She eventually transferred from SRJC to UCLA on an academic scholarship, where she obtained a B.S. in Physiological Sciences. Dr. Jen then took a gap year to embark on 2 humanitarian military missions, notably with the US Navy and other military branches aboard both the USNS Mercy hospital ship and the USS Pearl Harbor battleship. She continued to backpack solo throughout Southeast Asia and Europe before matriculating into dental school and attending the UOP Arthur A. Dugoni Dental School, the only 3-year accelerated program in the US. But she wasn’t done there.
After graduation, Dr. Jen returned to UCLA, this time to their School of Dentistry, where she earned her Pediatric Dental Specialty certificate while simultaneously obtaining her Master of Public Health from the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health. She is also proud to be a speaker and Key Opinion Leader for NuSmile.
From humble beginnings to opening her own pediatric dental practice, Dr. Jen has poured her heart and soul into The Baby Teeth Studio. She brings her rich experiences and compassion for her fellow humans both big and small to her practice, and loves nothing more than inspiring her little patients and their families to smile with health and confidence.
A team that thrives on compassion and care.
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Expect the unexpected
Expect the unexpected
The Baby Teeth Studio is an immersive experience unlike any dental office you’ve ever been to. Filled with fun and educational interactive activities, both kiddos and parents alike will have a blast during their visit.
- tactile wall
- blackboard & art station
- headphones/speakers
- TVs
- iPads
- online/text communication for parents and guardians
- beverage station
- convenient parking
X-ray Free Cavity Detector
Using a technique called Sub-Enamel Transillumination, we can detect unhealthy enamel and areas of decay before they can be seen in x-rays by shining a light through the teeth.
Intraoral Camera
Intraoral cameras allow us to get a detailed view of your child’s teeth, and display those images on a larger screen, so you can see exactly what we see.
Digital Low-Radiation X-rays
Handheld digital x-rays use minimal radiation, and are less intimidating for nervous patients!
Esthetic Crowns
Kids care about their appearance too! We offer esthetic crowns to restore your child’s oral health without putting a damper on their confidence.
Minimally Invasive Dentistry
We use conservative techniques like SDF to arrest cavities without drills, remineralization treatments to strengthen tooth structure, and dental sealants in areas that have a high risk of developing cavities. By preventing dental issues before they begin, or detecting them early, we can lessen the need for more invasive treatments and preserve your child's oral health.
Supporting our community
Dr. Jen’s dedication to her community doesn’t just stop at the doors of The Baby Teeth Studio. She is dedicated to giving back to under-resourced communities like the ones she grew up in. As part of this commitment, she has completed two humanitarian missions, earned the prestigious Arthur A. Dugoni Community Service Award in dental school and worked in FQHCs (Federally Qualified Health Centers) serving low-income and uninsured patients. Today, Dr. Jen is proud to provide pro-bono dental care for patients and families in need, and is always looking for new ways to make a positive impact on her community.
