Rishita Jaju, DMD
“Loved By Kids, Trusted By Parents”
Dr. Rishita Jaju, a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, is the founding Dentist of Smile Wonders in Reston, VA.
Degrees, Education & Training
She completed her dental education at Harvard School of Dental Medicine in Boston, MA and continued to receive specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC where she was appointed as the Chief Resident. She is the only pediatric dentist in the Mid-Atlantic region who has achieved Advanced Laser Proficiency Certification from the Academy of Laser Dentistry and Breastfeeding Specialist Certification.
Experience & Expertise
Dr. Rishita is a well-known expert provider skilled in providing specialized care in Pediatric Laser Dentistry since 2007. She enjoys the trust of her peers and colleagues when they refer their most complex cases to her care. Newborns with Tethered Oral Tissues (Tongue-Tie/Lip-Tie), children with special behavioral or medical needs and extensive dental needs that have a difficult time getting access to care have been the driving force for her to start her private practice. She has helped improve the quality of life of her patients including infants as young as 2 days old, who are struggling with challenges of nursing due to Lip or Tongue-Tie issues.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Rishita stays involved with organized dentistry and serves as one of the Board Members of Academy of Laser Dentistry. In the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, she has not only been selected as a member of the Council of Clinical Affairs but she is also one of the members of the Examination Committee of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She is also an educator and has provided numerous seminars and trainings for introducing and promoting infant oral health, pediatric dentistry and benefits of laser applications to general dentists, pediatricians, lactation consultants, speech pathologists as well as the providers of the Infant Toddler Connection programs.
In the Community
Her passion for community service led her to become a volunteer team dentist for Operation Smile Missions to Vietnam and India and help with care for children born with cleft lip and palate.
Personal Interests
Dr. Rishita loves going home to her husband, son and 2 maltese puppies – Kaju and Kulfi. She enjoys travelling all over the world and has visited every continent (except Antarctica).
Smile Wonders (Pediatric Dentistry in Reston, VA)
Whether you’re preparing for your child’s first visit to our office or looking forward to your child’s routine checkup, our top priority is helping children achieve and maintain a healthy, beautiful smile into adulthood. To schedule your child’s appointment, call us today at (571) 350-3663. To learn more about the services we offer, please visit our website: www.SmileWonders.com.
Articles by this Professional:
- 5 Tips For Selecting a Pediatric Dentist For Your Special Needs Child
- Special Needs Dentistry for Kids with Down Syndrome
- Dental Trauma: For When Accidents Happen on Vacation
- What is the Difference Between a Pediatric Dentist and a General Dentist
- How do I prepare for my baby’s frenectomy consultation and procedure?
- Gum Health Is Important for Children
- How Dental Lasers Are ‘Difference Makers’ For Pediatric Patients
- 4 Quick Steps To Prepare For Your Baby’s Lip and Tongue Tie Evaluation
- Special Needs Dentistry For Kids With Down Syndrome
- Gum Health Is Important For Children
- 4 Pieces Of Technology To Improve Your Child’s Dental Visits
- Top Tips For Dental Trauma
- What Is the Difference Between a Pediatric Dentist and a General Dentist?
- Do You Know About Dental Savings Plans?
- Treating Lip and Tongue-Ties
- To Whiten or Not To Whiten?
- Conventional Dentistry vs. Laser Dentistry
- Poor Oral Health In Children: Myths vs. Reality
- What Causes Toothaches In Kids?
- 3 Ways To Prevent Tooth Trauma This Summer
- Technology That Improves Your Child’s Dental Visits
- 5 Tips For Selecting a Pediatric Dentist For a Gorgeous and Healthy Smile
- Pediatric Dentists: Integral Part Of Your Collaborative Village
- Do You Know About the Mouth-Body Connection?
- 4 New Year’s Resolutions For Your Child’s Teeth
- 5 Tips For Selecting a Pediatric Dentist For Your Special Needs Child
Smile Wonders
Location
Smile Wonders
11790 Sunrise Valley Drive
Suite #105
Reston, VA 20191
571-350-3663
www.smilewonders.com
info@smilewonders.com