Dr. Laura Westover is a pediatric dentist serving the Mentor, Ohio community with 15 years of experience making dental visits fun and comfortable for children. She earned her dental degree from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry and completed specialized training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Toledo Medical Center, where she became board-certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Westover believes that great pediatric dentistry starts with a smile, and she uses special techniques like the Ask/Tell/Ask method to help kids feel calm and involved in their own care. She was honored as one of the nation's top 40 dentists under 40 and is an active member of professional organizations including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. When she's not caring for young patients, Dr. Westover enjoys time with her family, including her husband Bill and their two children, Everett and Charlotte.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

Bachelor of Arts, Hope College, Holland, Michigan
University Of Toledo Medical Center — Residency Hospital (2013)
DDS, The Ohio State University College of Dentistry
Ohio State College Of Dentistry — Medical School (2011)
Pediatric Dentistry Certificate, University of Toledo Medical Center
Master of Science degree, University of Toledo Medical Center
Hope College — Undergraduate School (2006)

Board Certifications

Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

What does Board Certified mean?

Credential: D.D.S.

NPI registered: 07/11/2011

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryPositive and stress-free dental experience for children

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)
Greater Cleveland Dental Society
Ohio Dental Association
American Dental Association

Awards & Recognition

Honored as one of the '40 Under 40' best dental specialists in the nation

Beyond the Office

Loves spending time with her family

Married to husband Bill who supported her through dental school and residency

Has two children: Everett and Charlotte

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