Dr. Joanna Cristine Ayala, D.M.D.

Pediatric Dentistry

NPI: 1730327578

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Contact Information

Address

9902 MCPHERSON RD
STE #25
Laredo, TX 78045

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Practice Details

Accepting new patients

Languages

English, Spanish

Patient Rating

5.0/ 5.0(2 reviews)

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About This Provider

Dr. Joanna Ayala is a pediatric dentist who has been caring for children's smiles for 17 years in Laredo, Texas. She specializes in treating infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers—including those who need sedation or hospital dentistry—and focuses on keeping teeth healthy through preventive care and dental sealants. Dr. Ayala earned her dental degree from Boston University and completed special training in pediatric dentistry at Miami Children's Hospital, making her a board-certified specialist. Born and raised in San Antonio, she is passionate about working with children and committed to providing caring, personal attention to every patient. Dr. Ayala is accepting new patients and is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Specialties

Education & Training

  • Associates of Science from Blinn College in Brenham, TX
  • Associates Of Science Degree From Blinn College In Brenham, Tx — Undergraduate School
  • Dental Degree From Boston University — Medical School
  • Bachelors of Science in Biology from University of Texas at San Antonio
  • Specialty certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from Miami Children's Hospital
  • Bachelors Of Science Degree In Biology From The University Of Texas At San Antonio — Medical School
  • Dental degree (DMD) from Boston University, graduated Cum Laude, served as Class President

Board Certifications

  • Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
What does Board Certified mean?

Credential: D.M.D.

NPI registered: 02/02/2009

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryInfants, toddlers, children and adolescentsSedation dentistryHospital dentistryPreventive and general dentistryDental sealantsFluoride treatmentsSpace maintainersOrthodonticsDental fillingsDental extractionsRoot canalsCrownsSpecial needs dentistryEmergency services

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Dental Association

Beyond the Office

Served as Class President at Boston University dental school

Born and raised in San Antonio, TX

Passionate for working with children

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