ABOUT
SMILE STREET PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
As a professional advocate of oral health for infants, children, and adolescents, Smile Street Pediatric Dentistry strives first and foremost to educate local community on early cavity prevention. The oral condition is strongly correlated with the overall health of an individual.
Therefore, the foundation for our practice depends on a strong program for preventative care by enforcing solid oral hygiene practices within a positive environment.
By promoting the establishment of a dental home for all children as early as one year old, a family can minimize the likelihood of dental decay in their kids.
Our goal at heart is simple - create a healthy smile for your child by:
Stressing that dental caries can be contagious, thus minimizing transmission of causative bacteria.
Implementing an oral home care regimen specific to each individual’s needs.
Treating dental decay, but also finding a solution to the cause and preventing future occurrences
Teaching healthy eating practices for happier teeth. We extra two to three years of specialized training.
We look forward to making your child's dental visit a positive life experience!
Dr. Marissa Faeldan-Suarez
Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from UCLA Advanced Pediatric Dentistry training at USC Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
As a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Marissa Faeldan-Suarez is dedicated to caring for the oral health of infants, children, and adolescents. Dr. Faeldan-Suarez obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at The University of California, Los Angeles.
At UCLA, she achieved the UCLA Award of Excellence in Pediatric Dentistry, demonstrating her desire to further her knowledge in the specialty. In recognition of Dr. Faeldan-Suarez’s intimate involvement in the local community, she was awarded the Wyatt Rory Hume Scholarship. Thus began her journey into Pediatrics.
She is committed to providing a high standard of care in treating her patients and working with their families to find the best solution to meet the oral healthcare needs of their children. In 2012, Dr. Marissa Faeldan-Suarez achieved Diplomate status with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, naming her an official Board Certified Pediatric Dentist.
To pursue her passion for working with children, she completed her specialty training for Advanced Pediatric Dentistry at the Ostrow School of Dentistry at The University of Southern California. At USC she obtained the highest level of training in Pediatric Dentistry.
Teeth are one of Dr. Faeldan-Suarez’s obvious interests, however, she also spends much time with her fellow Bruin husband, Cromwell Suarez, and with her Lhasa-Shih-Tzu named Bebe. She has a close-knit relationship with her mother (also a dentist), father, and two younger sisters, Kristina and Olivia. She was born and raised in Southern California and loves everything under the sun in this beautiful city. You may notice elements of her favorite places in your visit to Smile Street Pediatric Dentistry!
Meet our Team
Our professional & qualified staff maintain a healthy & caring environment.
Dr. Marissa Faeldan-Suarez
Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Faeldan-Suarez is committed to high-quality dental care for infants, children, and adolescents. She obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of California, Los Angeles where she achieved the UCLA Award of Excellence in Pediatric Dentistry.
Rosanna Barrancos
Front Office Coordinator
Rossana welcomes visiting families with a smile, coordinates appointments, and specializes in insurance billing. Rosanna loves her job and has more than one decade of experience. In her free time, she enjoys running marathons, hiking, and spending time with her son and daughter.
Cromwell Suarez
Dental Practice Coordinator
Cromwell Suarez received his Bachelor of Science degree at California State University, San Bernardino and his Advanced Practice Master of Science degree in Nursing Administration at University of California, Los Angeles in 2009. Cromwell’s experience as an ICU Nurse, Nurse Informaticist, and Clinical Surveillance
Erica Soria
Registered Dental Assistant
Erica has been a Registered Dental Assistant since 2017. Her passion for dentistry and children has made her the perfect team member for our practice! Erica comes from a loving family, bringing a compassion and gentleness that puts even the most anxious of children at ease! Some of her favorite hobbies include taking care of animals, exercising, and traveling.
Adriana Pedroza
Registered Dental Assistant
Adriana decided to join the dental field because of her passion to help others achieve a healthy smile. Adriana comes from a family with motivational siblings that also share in her interest in healthcare. She is a natural when it comes to working with children, and enjoys teaching them important concepts about maintaining optimal oral health starting from a young age! Some of her favorite outside hobbies include family time, going to the beach, and hanging at Disneyland!
Community Involvement
Board Certified, Dr. Marissa Faeldan-Suarez
As a resident of Los Angeles, Dr. Marissa takes pride in outreaching to the local community of Culver City, & teaching proper brushing and flossing techniques.
She enjoys visiting pre-schools and daycare centers in the area and providing fun, and educational
activities with the children about gums and teeth.
activities with the children about gums and teeth.
