Lizette Valiente, DMD

Dr. Valiente is a board certified pediatric dentist with a passion for instilling a positive experience in her patients. Dr. Valiente received her undergraduate degree at Florida International University, where she received a bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences. She completed her dental degree (DMD) at Nova Southeastern University and upon completion, worked for two years as a general dentist before deciding to return to Nova Southeastern University to earn her specialty degree in pediatric dentistry. During her extensive postdoctoral training, Dr. Valiente worked at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital as well as Broward General Hospital treating children with extensive dental needs. In addition, she received rigorous training in the use of oral sedatives for children with dental fear and is devoted to working with patients with special needs, providing a warm, friendly atmosphere for their dental care. She is trained in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and currently practices out of our Doral office.

Dr. Valiente believes in community service; she has participated in mission trips to Jamaica and has been part of community events such as Give Kids a Smile. She is originally from Cartagena, Colombia and the proud mother of two children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends and is an avid dog lover.