We are excited to announce that our office is now open with a limited schedule for all treatments and procedures, and that we’re taking additional special measures to ensure the health and safety of our patients and team members.
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We are excited to announce that our office is now open with a limited schedule for all treatments and procedures, and that we’re taking additional special measures to ensure the health and safety of our patients and team members.
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Our team of specialists is passionate about providing quality dental care for families in Yardley, Bensalem, Warrington, and Glenside. Dr. Mukund, Dr. Louis, and Dr. Raj are experienced pediatric dentists who will treat you and your family as an extension of their own. Our dentists have degrees from Penn State and Temple University, and they are affiliated with the American Dental Association as well as The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Our qualified, renowned experts are creating an environment where parents feel at ease and children are eager to return for their visits.
Dr. Louis received his dental degree from Temple University Dental School and went on to complete his specialty certification in pediatrics at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. Through his hard work and dedication to patient care, he earned the Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions to his pediatric residency.
With his gentle care and attentiveness to children’s needs, Dr. Louis is a calming presence in the office. He is excited to be a part of helping the future generation develop positive oral care habits, and he strives to provide the most positive experience for children during their visits. He is also known for being an approachable source of education for parents about their children’s dental health. In his spare time, Dr. Louis enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing basketball (albeit a lot slower than he used to), and relaxing while watching a movie.
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Growing up, Dr. Riina was terrified of going to the dentist. She hopes to be able to alleviate this fear for her patients so going to the dentist is easy and stress-free. For Dr. Riina, the most rewarding part of the job is being able to provide patients with a positive dental experience and help them overcome their fears. After completing dental school at Temple University and her general practice residency at Tufts University, Dr. Riina practiced as a general dentist for five years, but knew she wanted to make the switch to pediatric dentistry. She completed her pediatric residency at Temple University and is a proud board-certified pediatric dentist. She strives to keep up with the latest developments in pediatric dentistry and treats every patient with compassion, as she would treat one of her children.
Dr. Riina loves spending time with her husband, two sons, and two dogs. They enjoy getting out into nature for hiking, camping, traveling, and volunteering to better the environment and underprivileged communities.
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Dr. Jacob was born and raised in Philly and knew that he wanted to become a dentist since high school. He attended Temple University for his undergraduate work and went on to Temple University’s Kornberg School of Dentistry. Dr. Jacob had the honor of being the Chief Resident during his Pediatric Dental Residency program which was also through Temple University. Dentistry gives Dr. Jacob the opportunity to meet new people and get to know his patients and their families while helping them on their path to dental health. For Dr. Jacob, it is important to educate and include the whole family during treatment to build a more substantial foundation for dental health. He takes pride in being trustworthy and approachable and hopes that his patients will feel that they can come to him with any problem. Community outreach is important to Dr. Jacob as he helped lead and organize a Rise Against Hunger food packaging event and went to Jamaica on a mission trip to provide free dental care to the local villages in the area.
When he is not in the office, he can be found at the basketball court or at Eagles, Sixers, and Phillies games. As an avid adventure seeker, Dr. Jacob has jumped off cliffs and out of planes, traveled through Europe, and hiked through the forests of India, but none of that compares to his next great adventure: Dr. Jacob is happy to announce that he recently got engaged and plans to get married next year.
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Dr. Amanda began her higher education at Syracuse University where she studied biology and economics. She then completed a dual degree at the University of Pennsylvania, receiving a master's degree in public health and a doctorate in dental medicine. At Temple University, Dr. Amanda went on to complete her pediatric training. She always knew she wanted to go into pediatrics and found herself drawn to dentistry because of the artistry, creativity, and the patient interaction it allows.
Dr. Amanda hopes to be able to make all of her patients and families feel as comfortable as possible while delivering the best quality of care. Working with kids allows Dr. Amanda to exercise her imagination and have fun with her patients. Dr. Amanda hopes to be known for her excellent parallel parking skills and her work in community outreach. While at University of Pennsylvania, she created an organization called Day I’d Service that allows students to volunteer in the Philadelphia community. Through this program, she was able to volunteer with the Ronald McDonald House, Philabundance, Morris Animal Refuge, Books Through Bars, the Spring Into Health Community Fair, Families Forward, and the YMCA.
As a new homeowner and newlywed, Dr. Amanda has found a love for renovating her home that she shares with her husband and their puppy. She also loves to be outdoors gardening, hiking, or traveling.
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Dr. Mukund also grew up in nearby Montgomery County and he feels honored to bring quality dentistry to children in his hometown. From a young age, Dr. Mukund knew that he wanted to be a dentist. With his passion and vision, he became a valedictorian of his high school and then went on to graduate early from the Schreyer Honors College at Pennsylvania State University.
He studied dentistry at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, and when he realized he had a specific passion for working with kids, he formalized his expertise in Pediatric Dentistry at Temple University. Your child is in good hands with Dr. Mukund, and he will make sure that your little one leaves their appointment with a smile.
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Dr. Raj was born here in Bucks County, and as he considered where to settle down after dental school, he and his family decided that there is no place like home. He attended Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry to earn his DMD and completed his residency for a specialization in Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Raj has a big heart and has always used his skills to make the world and our community a better place. He has worked with the Special Olympics, traveled to Israel to help treat children without access to adequate dental care, and helped create well-rounded health programs for children all over the world. Dr. Raj truly has your child’s best interest at heart, and you’ll always feel comfortable knowing that your little one is in his care.
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Dr. Abby is a Philadelphia native through and through! She went to Drexel University for undergrad, University of Pennsylvania for dental school and completed her pediatric residency at Temple University Hospital.
A first generation American, Dr. Abby speaks fluent Russian and Spanish. When she's not working, she loves spending time with her family and friends, kickboxing, traveling, going to farmers markets and playing with her dog, Max!
She easily relates to children and has a deep passion and commitment to help. Her goal is to foster a positive early dental experience so that children return with trust in lieu of fear and anxiety.
Dr. Matt was born and raised in Philadelphia and attended both undergrad and graduate school at University of Scranton. He then pursued dental school at A.T. Still University in Arizona, followed by his residency at UTHealth in Houston. In his free time he love fishing and doing all things outdoors! He's a proud Eagles and Phillies fan. Dr. Matt decided to pursue pediatric dentistry specifically because of the impact he could make on someone’s oral health from an early age, to set them up for a lifetime of good habits.
At Sea of Smiles, our dedication to the care for little ones goes beyond our Pennsylvanian communities. We believe that every single child deserves access to basic needs to grow and thrive, regardless of their socioeconomic status. Through our annual international mission trips and the Sea of Smiles donation partnership, we are able to offer proper nutrition, education, and homes that will greatly impact the lives of children around the world.
Our experienced team knows how to communicate with kids to get them excited about their appointment and their dental health. The friendly front office staff, hygienists, and assistants at Sea of Smiles will make sure your visit with us is smooth sailing.
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Dr. Tony Machani was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya and moved to the US for his undergraduate studies at Franklin and Marshall. He thereafter earned a Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Tony knew he had a passion for working with children after completing an internship at the Lancaster Cleft and Palate Clinic. There he saw just how important dentists were in improving the quality of life of children born with craniofacial anomalies. After this experience, he decided pediatric dentistry was his life’s mission and went on to complete additional years of pediatric dental training at Temple University.
Dr. Tony is a board-certified pediatric dentist and a recipient of the Richard C. Pugh Achievement Award presented annually by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry for scoring in the top 3% of all graduating pediatric residents in the nation.
Dr. Tony loves being part of the Sea of Smiles family and looks forward to providing excellent personalized and compassionate care to your littles ones as well as being part of their dental journey. Stop by and say hello!
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