I graduated in 1990 from the University of Buffalo, School of Dental Medicicne. I went on to receive my specialty training in pediatric dentistry at the Women and Children‘s Hospital of Buffalo in 1992. I then completed a one year fellowship with the Craniofacial Center of Western New York in 1993. I maintain a private pediatric dental practice in Williamsville, NY and am a part-time clinical assistant professor at the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. I perform operating room procedures at Women and Children‘s Hospital in Buffalo, NY. In addition, I am an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and serve as a board examiner/consultant to the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. I am a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, a fellow of the following organizations: The American College of Dentists, The International College of Dentists, The Pierre Fauchard Academy and a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon(The National Dental Honor Society). I have held many leadership positions with the ADA, The New York State Dental Association and my local dental society and university.
Education and Training:
Certificate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (2000)
Fellowship, Pediatric Dentistry, The Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo (1993)
Certificate, Pediatric Dentistry, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine (1992)
DDS, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine (1990)
BS, LeMoyne College, Magna Cum Laude (1986)
Employment:
Clinical Assistant Professor, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine School of Dental Medicine (2011-present)
Pediatric Dental Consultant, WNY Bloodcare Center (2010-present)
Pediatric Dentistry Consultant, Erie County Medical Center (1999-present)
Dentist, Mary Beth Dunn, DDS (1993-present)
Clinical Instructor, Pediatric And Community Dentistry, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine School of Dental Medicine (1993–2011)
Fellow, Pediatric And Community Dentistry, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine School of Dental Medicine (1992–1993)
Resident, Pediatric And Community Dentistry, University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine School of Dental Medicine (1990–1992)
Awards and Honors:
Buffalo Spree Western New York Top Dentist Award (2008)
Volunteer of the Year (2006)
Woman Who Mean Business Award (2004)
International College of Dentists Induction (2001)
Volunteer of the Year (2001)
American College of Dentists - Acceptance Award (2000)
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Diplomate (2000)
Strathmore's Who's Who (2000)
Business First "Forty Under Forty" Award (1999)
International Who's Who of Professionals (1999)
Outstanding Americans Nomination (1999)
Dental Society of the State of New York Pillars of Excellence Award (1998)
Outstanding Americans Nomination (1998)
American Dental Association Golden Apple Award (1998)
International Who's Who of Professionals (1998)
American Academy of Dental Radiology Award (1990)
American Academy of Periodontology Award (1990)
American Society of Dentistry for Children Award (1990)
Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities (1986)
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS: 1986 Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities 1990 American Academy of Dental Radiology Award 1990 American Academy of Periodontology Award 1990 American Society of Dentistry for Children Award 1998 American Dental Asso
Professional Memberships:
Campaign Committee for ADA President Elect 2010 (2009)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA, President (2009)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA, PRESIDENT-ELECT; President-elect (2008)
American Dental Association, SCOUT FOR SPEAKERS; Scout (2008)
UBBA Volunteer Recognition Committee (2008)
UBBA( University of Buffalo Alumni Association), BOARD MEMBER; ELECTED POSITION (2007–2015)
American Dental Association Council on Annual Sessions, NY STATE ELECTED REPRESENTATIVE; Nominated Member (2007–2011)
Pierre Fauchard Academy Induction (2007)
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry; Examiner (2007)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA, VICE PRESIDENT; Vice President (2007)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA,SECRETARY; Secretary (2006)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA, COUNCILOR AT LARGE; Councilor at Large (2005)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA, CHAIRPERSON COMMITTEE ON CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH; Chairperson, Committee on Children‘s Dental Health Month (2003–2004)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA, CHAIRPERSON, COUNCIL ON COMMUNICATIONS AND MEMBERSHIP; Chairperson, Council on Communications and Membership (2001–2004)
The Children‘s Hospital of Buffalo/Kaleida Health Medical Advisory Committee; Nominated position (2000–present)
St. John the Baptist, D.H.S. Alumni Association (1999–present)
Dental Society of the State of New York Chairperson NYSDA Council on the New Dentist; Chairperson, Council on the New Dentist (1998–2000)
Eighth District Dental Society of NYSDA Chairperson, Council on New Dentist; Chairperson, Council on the New Dentist (1995–1997)
Women and Children's Hospital of Buffalo House Staff (1993–present)
UB SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (1990–present)
Dental Society of the State of New York (NYSDA) (1990–present)
American Dental Association (1990–present)
American Society of Dentistry for Children (1990–present)
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (1990–present)
Erie County Dental Society (1990–present)
8th District Dental Society (1990–present)
SUNY at Buffalo Alumni Association (1990–present)
Western New York Association of Pediatric Dentists (1990–present)
"An Intraoral Clinical Evaluation of Pediatric Dental Patients" Chautauqua Dental Congress (2024)
"ABC's of Pediatric Dentistry" University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine; UNIV @ PITT; Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Office Staff (2012)
"ABC's of Pediatric Dentistry" University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine; UNIV @ PITT; Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Office Staff (2012)
"ABC's of Pediatric Dentistry" University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine; UNIV @ PITT; Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Office Staff (2012)
"ABC's of Pediatric Dentistry" The Buffalo Dental Assistant's Society Annual Banquet; Buffalo Dental Assistant's Society; Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Office Staff (2012)
"ABC's of Pediatric Dentistry" University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine; UNIV. @ PITT; Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Office Staff (2011)
"ABC's of Pediatric Dentistry" University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine; UNIV @ PITT; Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Dental Office Staff (2011)
"Pediatric Dentistry" Pediatricians and Medical Staff; Pediatricians and Medical Staff; Mercy Hospital (1993)
"Pediatric Dentistry" Parent Teacher Association (1993)
"THE ABC'S OF PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY...IT;S AS EASY AS 1,2,3!" UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH CE PROGRAM I HAVE PRESENTED OVER 15 DIFFERENT LECTURES AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS.
FAN(Food, Alumni & Network) Program @ University of Buffalo; Committee Member (2011)
St. Gregory the Great, RC - Pastoral Executive Council; Advisory Board (2011–2014)
LeMoyne College Reunion Committee; Chair (2011–present)
Erie Community College Dental Hygiene Department Table Clinic Competition; Judge (2006)
Gift Giving Campaign-LeMoyne College Reunion; Chair (2006)
Gift Giving Campaign-LeMoyne College Reunion; Chair (2001)
Rising Stars Committee-Shea's Performing Arts Center; Committee Member (2001)
Studio Arena Theatre School; Participant (2001)
Spotlight Committee-Shea's Performing Arts Center; Volunteer (2000–present)
World Special Olympics Chapel Hill, North Carolina; Volunteer (1999)
St. Gregory the Great-Dinner Auction Committee; Committee Member (1999)
University at Buffalo Center for the Arts-Friends of the Arts Member; Member (1999–present)
President's Club, LeMoyne College; Member (1999–present)
New Group-Albright Knox Art Gallery; Volunteer (1999–present)
Transition Program I visited all four New York State dental schools as Chairperson for the Dental Society of the State of New York's Council on the New Dentist.; Chair (1998–2000)
Kevin Guest House Volunteer organization to provide a "home away from home" to families of chronically and/or terminally ill family members who require extended hospital stays.; Volunteer (1998–present)
St. Gregory the Great Parish Orientation Team welsome new parishioners every month; participate in special ceremonies and parish activities.; Member (1997–2001)
St. Vincent de Paul Society-Soup Kitchen Prepare, cook and serve hot meals to the needy.; Member (1997–present)
Board of Governors, LeMoyne College; Member (1996–2004)
LeMoyne College Presidents's Advisory Committee; Committee Member (1996–present)
National Children's Dental Health Committee Plan, organize and participate in many activities throughout the year to promote the importance of dental care; coordinate a mall fair every year during "National Children's Dental Health Month"(February); speak to several area day care centers, nursery schools, kindergartens, elementary schools and camps; participate in career days for adolescents.; Committee Member (1996–present)
LeMoyne College Alumni Association Buffalo/Niagara Falls Chapter. Organize social and community activities for over 500 alumni; recruit prospective students; participate in college fairs as a representative of LeMoyne College.; President (1995–2000)
St. Gregory the Great Mission Team Organize, plan, set-up and participate in a full one-week retreat twice a year for over 200 people; preparation continues throughout the whole year.; Member (1995–present)
Quest-Young Adult Christian Society; Member (1995–present)
Dental Mentoring Program Several area high school, college, and dental students who have showed an interest in dentistry have come to my office, the Dental School and Children's Hospital to observe my role as a pediatric dentist and learn more about the profession.; Student Mentor (1995–present)
CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH MONTH; VISIT SCHOOLS, MALLS, PTA MEETINGS, ETC. (1993–present)
Miles for Smiles Organization An organization to benefit craniofacial patients; Member (1993–2000)
William Syndrome Clinic Children's Hospital of Buffalo, New York; Participant (1993–1997)
St. Apollonia Guild Provide free dental treatment to children who would otherwise not receive dental care due to financial constraints.; Volunteer/Board Member (1993–present)
The Craniofacial Team of Western New York; Member (1991–1993)
SUNY@ BUFFALO, SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE REUNION COMMITTEE; CHAIRPERSON (1990–present)
SUNY @ BUFFALO, SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE PROGRESS AND PROMOTION COMMITTEE; ACTIVE PARTICIPANT
Renew 2000 Parish Renewal Program-St. Gregory the Great Amherst, New York; Member