SL_Bala Kids Dentistry Profile_1122FINAL.qxp_Layout 1 12 / 9 / 22 1 : 38 PM Page 2 doctors ’ offices for any child , and Dr . [ Sheedeh ] , Dr . Root and the entire staff at Bala Kids Den - tistry do so wonderfully . ” In Dr . Sheedeh’s case , “ family ” is not just figurative . She has always been close with her brother , Dr . Reza Madani , a local pedia - trician in practice for over 10 years . She now considers herself deeply fortunate to collab - orate with him on their many mutual patients and to consult with him and his colleagues as needed . Where to Begin Some are unsure of when to take their child to the dentist for the first time . Dr . Sheedeh suggests that an introductory visit should Her passion for working with children coming , and adept at connecting with children take place after a child’s first tooth appears , led her to specialize in pediatric dentistry at at their level and putting them and their or by the age of one , to help make the child St . Christopher’s Hospital for Children in families at ease . comfortable for future visits and to establish Philadelphia . Working in a hospital - based Dr.Sheedeh values every member of the a dental home . setting presented her with the opportunity to team , most of whom have been with the Dr . Sheedeh understands the hesitation collaborate with other medical providers and practice for years , and all of whom share a about a first visit , because a child may not tol - laid a solid foundation for comprehensive commondesire of treating patients like family . erate sitting through an appointment . She pediatric care . Dr . Sheedeh then sought to Shortly after opening , Dr . Sheedeh brought emphasizes that this is expected and under - put her education and clinical experience to on Dustin Root , D.M.D . , a fellow board - stood , and is why Bala Kids Dentistry offers a good use for the betterment of her community . certified pediatric dentist , to add to the office’s “ knee - to - kneeexam , ” during which the patient Thus , Bala Kids Dentistry was born . comforting familial energy . sits on their caregiver’s lap through the exam . Bala Kids Dentistry takes a personalized , “ I’ve known [ Dr . Root ] for almost a “ We can discuss concerns and share in - gentle , and comprehensive approach . Dr . decade , and he’s amazing with the kids , ” Dr . formation that will help with education and Sheedeh and her team emphasize cavity pre - Sheedeh says . “ He’s fun - loving and a great patient care , ” she adds . “ At these early visits , vention and slowing down decay progression energy to have in the office , and caregivers we gather information on medical history ; by using protective sealants and silver diamine enjoy the option of having a male or female talkabout brushing , cavities , bottle feedings , fluoride . When dental issues do arise , however , provider for their kids . ” and pacifiers ; and establish a baseline to her team combines their extensive training Asone parent put it , “ This is an exceptional build from . ” with meticulous preparation to deliver state - children’s dental practice . My kids always After all , the early years are about creating of - the - art care . have a very positive experience here , which good habits , not perfection . is due to the high level of care from the staff , Dr . Sheedeh and her team help families Treating Patients Like Family taking the time to address them by their advocate for their children through early Dr . Sheedeh genuinely loves helping children , names , and explaining everything in detail to preventative care . Early care also includes and her warm personality sets the tone for help with their nerves . It’s a gift to be able to screeningfor sleep apnea , throat obstructions , the entire practice . She is kind , patient , wel - createand maintain positive associations with and tongue ties , as well as providing appro - priate referrals . Dr . Sheedeh’s mission at Bala Kids Den - tistry remains the same as the day she founded the practice : “ I want to give kids a dental office experience where they feel at home and look forward to returning . My goal is to instill a positive attitude toward dentistry in the minds of our young patients and their ? families that will last a lifetime . ” Bala Kids Dentistry D 15 Presidential Blvd . , Suite 303 Bala Cynwyd , PA 19004 610 - DENTIST ( 610 - 336 - 8478 ) BalaKidsDentistry.com Visit BalaKidsDentistry.com to find Bala Kids Dentistry on Facebook , Instagram , The Bala Kids Dentistry team includes ( top row , left to right ) Ashley Ponce , Lauren Wallen , Alex Waxman , Dr . Sheedeh LinkedIn , TikTok , Twitter , and YouTube . Madani , Lisa Waxman , Semajé Harper , Citlali Victoria Peña , ( bottom row , left to right ) Aniyyah Williams , Francesca Franzzo , and Vanessa Lopez . Not pictured : Dr . Dustin Root , Nicole Lozada , Becca DeOrio , Zulay Reyes , and Tahirah Riddick . SUBURBANLIFEMAGAZINE.COM VOLUME 14 ISSUE 3 | 19
