About Dr. Peña
Dr. Peña is a board certified pediatric dentist who has extensive experience in the dental care of children, adolescents, and special needs patients. He received a dual degree, Doctor of Dental Medicine and Master of Business Administration, from Nova Southeastern University and graduated with top honors. He completed his residency at the University of California, San Francisco, where he received a Certificate of Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry and a master’s degree in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences.
Dr. Peña is also the recipient of the honorary Eric B. Bystrom, DDS Memorial Pediatric Dentistry Award for Excellence in the Treatment of Special Needs Patients. His research on the treatment and management of special needs patients has been published in nationally recognized dental journals. He is also trained in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and holds a sedation permit for the administration of oral medicine for patients. Dr. Peña is currently a clinical professor at Nova Southeastern University Department of Pediatric Dentistry and has professional affiliations with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association, and the Florida Dental Association.
Dr. Peña and his wife are the proud parents of three beautiful children, Adrian, Leia, and Annabelle. He has been a South Florida native for more than 30 years and is actively involved in giving back to the community, both at home and abroad. He has participated in community events such as Give Kids a Smile and has attended medical missions to Jamaica and Guatemala. Dr. Peña’s personal philosophy is that every child should receive dental care in a warm, compassionate manner, and our office is geared toward fulfilling this goal.
Education
- Certificate of Advanced Education in Pediatric Dentistry, University of California, San Francisco
- MS, Oral and Craniofacial Sciences, University of California, San Francisco
- DMD, Nova Southeastern University
- MBA, Nova Southeastern University
Professional Affiliations and Awards
- Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
- Florida Dental Association
- Eric B. Bystrom, DDS Memorial Pediatric Dentistry Award
- Certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support
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