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Dr. Christine Aquino

Dr. Christine Aquino is a life-long Southern California resident who is grateful to live and raise her family in such a culturally rich, diverse city with a strong sense of community. 

After nearly 15 years of practicing/specializing in pediatric dentistry and understanding what families truly need, Dr. Aquino founded Celebrate Pediatric Dentistry with a heartfelt mission: to create a place where children not only receive excellent dental care but also find value in themselves and their own health.

While her passion for working with kids started early (teaching Sunday school, counseling at youth camps, and tutoring) Dr. Aquino can still be found today serving children, both locally at her church, and globally on medical missions trips as well! She has always found joy helping and encouraging young minds to discover their value and worth.

Dr. Aquino and her team are committed to making every child’s dental visit a reason to smile—because here at Celebrate Pediatric Dentistry, we believe childhood should be full of joy, adventure, and celebration! 

Education:

  • University of California, San Diego, BS Microbiology

  • University of Southern California, Doctorate of Dental Surgery

  • New York University, Pediatric Dentistry Residency Certificate

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A healthcare worker wearing a mask and gloves is holding a young girl’s hand, who appears nervous, while another woman observes and children surround them supporting and giving her calm presence, in a country in africa , on a global missions trip
A dentist wearing a pink coat and blue gloves examining two young girls lying on dental chairs, smiling and playing during a dental visit.
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Celebrating all that makes YOU smile.