Meet Our Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Team
Meet Dr. George
As a board certified pediatric dentist, Dr. George is deeply passionate about transforming early childhood dental experiences into fun, fear-free milestones. He couples years of advanced clinical mastery with a warm, lighthearted communication style, allowing him to easily connect with anxious children or young patients who have unique sensory requirements. It's why so many families ask for Dr. George: Cobblestone Kids patients know him as the dentist who makes checkups fun.
Education
- University of Delaware Honors College- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology
- University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Medicine
- St. Christophers Hospital for Children - Pediatric Dental Training
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry – Member
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry - Diplomate, Member
- American Dental Association - Member
- Pennsylvania Dental Association - Member
- New Jersey Dental Association - Member
- New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry - Member
Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine, 'Top Dentist Award' – 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 – Recipient
Outside of the Office
When Dr. George isn’t counting and brushing teeth, he can be found either at the gym, the beach, cranking out the miles on his bicycle, or walking his dog, Hudson, around the neighborhood. In addition, Dr. George is an adjunct clinical faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.
Meet Dr. Tran
Thao Tran, DMD is a Philadelphia native with roots in the community.
Education
- Temple University – Bachelor of Biology
- Temple University Dental School – Doctor of Dental Medicine
- Boston University, Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Franciscan Children’s Hospital – Pediatric Dental Training
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry - Diplomate, Member
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry - Member
Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine, 'Top Dentist Award' – 2024, 2025, 2026 – Recipient
Outside of the Office
In her off time, Dr. Tran can be found cheering on Philadelphia sports teams, watching movies, and traveling with friends and family. Go Eagles!
Meet Dr. Mattie
Matilda Hewlett, DDS grew up in Virginia and is excited to bring her enthusiasm for children’s oral health to Cobblestone Kids.
Education
- University of Virginia – Bachelors of Biology and Italian
- Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry – Doctor of Dental Surgery
- Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center – Pediatric Dental Training
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry - Diplomate, Member
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry - Member
- Pennsylvania Dental Association - Member
Awards & Publications
- 2022 American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Certificate of Merit, VCU School of Dentistry
- 2022 American Association of Public Health Dentistry Award, VCU School of Dentistry
- Author of publication in the Journal of Dentistry for Children entitled "The Impact of Dental Operatory Color on Anxiety in Committed Youth."
- Author of commentary in Anesthesia Progress entitled "Fasting Implications of GLP-1 Agonist Use in Pediatric Procedural Sedation."
Outside of the Office
When Dr Mattie isn't trying new recipes at home, she loves to explore the Philly restaurant and music scene with friends and family. Be sure to say hello if you see her on a walk in the neighborhood with her miniature dachshund, Jerome!
Meet Dr. Lindsay
Lindsay McDonough, DMD, is excited to bring her expertise in pediatric dental care to the Philadelphia community.
Education
- University of Florida - Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and Food Science
- University of Florida - Minor in Leadership Studies
- Temple University - Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry
- Cooper University Hospital - Pediatric dental training
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Academy
Outside of the Office
Dr. Lindsay enjoys exploring Philadelphia’s diverse restaurant scene and spending time with family and friends. She loves to travel and discover new cities, always looking for fresh experiences. Staying active is also important to her, and she enjoys trying out different group fitness classes in her free time.
Meet Dr. Taylor
Taylor Walker, DMD is a South Jersey native who is excited to return to the community she proudly calls home. She is passionate about creating positive dental experiences and providing compassionate, high-quality care to children and their families.
Education:
- Holy Family University – Bachelor of Science in Biology
- LECOM School of Dental Medicine – Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Jefferson Abington Memorial Hospital – General Practice Residency
- Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia/UPENN – Pediatric Dental Training
Memberships & Affiliations:
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry – Member
Outside of the Office:
Outside of the office, Dr. Taylor enjoys playing pickleball, spending time at the Jersey Shore, and cheering on Philadelphia sports teams. She's a self-proclaimed Bravo superfan who's always looking for her next binge-worthy TV show and never passes up a great book or restaurant recommendation. Most of all, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Meet Dr. Katie
Katie Woehling, DMD, is a Philadelphia native and multiple award-winning pediatric dentist whose research has made a real impact on the practice as a whole.
Education
- Pennsylvania State University- Schreyers Honors College
- Bryn Mawr College - Post-baccalaureate Premedical Program
- University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Medicine
- Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia/UPENN – Pediatric Dental Training
Awards & Research
- 2016 American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Richard C. Pugh Achievement Award – Recipient
- Philadelphia Magazine, 'Top Dentist Award' – 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 – Recipient
During her residency, Dr. Katie conducted research about pediatric dentists’ perspectives on diagnosing and treating tongue-tie in the pediatric population.
She currently serves as a board member for Ahava-The Smiling Earth Fund, a dental nonprofit aimed at providing oral health supplies to patients in the greater Philadelphia area.
Outside of the Office
In her spare time, Dr. Katie and her husband, Tim, enjoy forming their own rugby team as the parents of three boys. Patient care runs in the family as Dr. Katie’s father is a dentist, and her mother is a pediatrician.
However, Dr. Katie is best known for her a cappella singing in our office to soothe and amuse her patients. We may have to change our name to Cobblestone Kids and Performing Arts!
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry - Diplomate, Member
- Academy of Stomatology - Member
- Main Line Dental Society - Member
- Penn Dental Medicine Alumni Society – Member
- Pennsylvania Dental Association - Member
What Makes a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Different?
A general dentist can treat children, but a child's mouth presents rapidly shifting developmental milestones that require a dedicated specialist's touch. Becoming a board certified pediatric dentist requires completing a rigorous, voluntary certification process through the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. This credential means our team has successfully passed extensive clinical and oral examinations to demonstrate an advanced mastery of specialized children's oral care.
During a child’s visit, a board certified pediatric dentist evaluates much more than just active cavities. We actively track facial growth patterns, monitor early jaw structure, and assess soft oral tissues for dynamic developmental shifts. Adhering to early screening protocols outlined by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, our doctors create highly customized preventative plans that successfully protect primary teeth, save natural spacing for future permanent teeth, and ensure your child can chew and speak with absolute confidence.
We believe that children are not just miniature adults—they require distinct behavioral guidance techniques and highly customized physical care. By ensuring that your child is always seen by children's dentists with specialized training, we guarantee a clinical environment where dental anxieties are gently dismantled. Our specialists rely on child psychology insights and a compassionate "Tell-Show-Do" framework to keep infants, toddlers, and teens completely relaxed and secure.
Top Rated Child Dental Experts: Welcome to Our Care Team
Welcoming your family into a comfortable dental home starts with choosing a clinical team you can trust implicitly. Every practitioner at our office has completed specialized pediatric dental training, and several have gone on to earn credentials as a board certified pediatric dentist. This intensive post-doctoral training ensures your child's developmental milestones and emotional needs are supported by a true industry expert.
Every child deserves an environment where they feel completely seen, heard, and protected. By choosing a dedicated board certified pediatric dentist, you ensure your child’s unique physical and emotional development is supported by up-to-date pediatric health standards. Our experienced pediatric dentists combine years of residency training with child psychology insights, removing the clinical fear traditionally associated with healthcare checkups.
Meet the Cobblestone Kids Dentists Near You
We know that modern mothers want to feel an authentic, trusted connection with their child's healthcare providers. A core pillar of our practice philosophy is creating a warm, highly collaborative relationship between each board certified pediatric dentist on our team and local families.
Our doctors—including Dr. George, Dr. Tran, and Dr. Katie—are Diplomates of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. By combining this deep technical authority with a fun, child-centered office environment, our team, led by board certified pediatric dentists, ensures that your child looks forward to their routine teeth cleanings and leaves our office with a bright, healthy, and happy smile.
Clear Communication & Same-Day Scheduling
We believe that accessing premier, specialized healthcare should never involve administrative friction or financial anxiety for busy families. If you are ready to introduce your child to a board certified pediatric dentist, our helpful front desk staff is here to guide you through our scheduling options seamlessly. We work transparently with parents to maximize available PPO benefits, verifying your network coverage clearly before any clinical appointment officially begins. You can review our financing and insurance guidelines online to plan your visit with complete peace of mind.
Providing inclusive, high-craftsmanship healthcare means adapting our diagnostic pacing to perfectly match your child's emotional baseline. When you collaborate with a dedicated board certified pediatric dentist, you gain a trusted healthcare partner who adheres strictly to the rigorous safety protocols established by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. We are fully equipped to customize dental treatments for children with diverse physical or cognitive challenges, keeping exceptional care entirely accessible, pain-free, and safe.
Ready to establish a trusted dental home with a board certified pediatric dentist? You can securely fill out your new patient registration paperwork ahead of time on our digital patient center portal to make check-in a breeze. Click below to select your nearest local office, read individual doctor bios, and schedule your child's appointment online today!