Dr. Yasser Armanazi, known as "Dr. A" by his patients, is a pediatric dentist in Mentor, OH with 19 years of experience caring for children's dental health. He is a Fellow and Diplomat of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and has completed specialized training in behavioral management and hospital dentistry, which helps him work with children of all comfort levels—including those with special needs. Dr. A teaches pediatric dentistry at both Case Western Reserve and Ohio State University dental schools, sharing his expertise with the next generation of dentists. He and his compassionate team focus on making every visit fun, gentle, and informative, using modern technology like digital X-rays with minimal radiation exposure to keep children safe and comfortable.

Specialties

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Pediatric DentistryPrimary
Dental care for children and adolescents

Education & Training

DDS from Case Western Reserve School of Dental Medicine
1-year Advanced Fellowship in Behavioral Management and Hospital Dentistry at Ohio State University, Children's Hospital
2-year Pediatric Dentistry Residency from University of Tennessee

Board Certifications

Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

What does Board Certified mean?

Credential: DDS

NPI registered: 01/24/2007

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Areas of Focus

Pediatric dentistryChildren with special needsBehavioral management in pediatric dentistryHospital dentistry for children

Technology & Equipment

Digital X-rays
Digital Panoramic X-ray
Lead aprons to minimize radiation exposure
Fully computerized office
TV monitors in treatment rooms

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
American Dental Association
Ohio Dental Association
Northeast Ohio Dental Society (former President, served twice)

Beyond the Office

Clinical Assistant Professor at Case Western Reserve School of Dental Medicine

Instructor of Pediatric Dentistry at Ohio State University Dental School

Former Clinic Director at Case Dental School

Medical staff at Hillcrest Hospital (Cleveland Clinic Foundation)

Teaching at Rainbow's Children's Hospital

Former Editorial Board member of 'Pediatric Dentistry' journal

Former Editorial Board member of 'Dentistry for Children' journal

Co-author of several pediatric dental and medical textbooks

Member-At-Large on The Council for Dental Care Programs and Practices of The Ohio Dental Association

Nicknamed 'Dr. A' by patients and parents

Married to Rawa

Has three children: Ayah, Massa, and Sammy

Enjoys reading books, hiking, and going to the zoo

Only Board Certified Dentist in Lake County, Geauga and Ashtabula areas

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