Meet Dr. George
George Thomas Lynch, DMD, is a native of Southern Delaware with a passion for pediatric dental care.
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 – 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. 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
Meet Dr. Bret
Bret S. Lesavoy, DMD, originally from Allentown, PA, is a second-generation pediatric specialist with extensive clinical experience in multiple aspects of pediatric medicine.
Education
- Duke University, Durham - Bachelors of Biology & Chemistry
- University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine - Doctor of Dental Medicine
- New York-Presbyterian Kids/Columbia University Medical Center – Clinical Training, Pediatric Dentistry
Research
- Author of publication in the Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry entitled "Mallampati and Brodsky Classification and Children's Risk for Sleep Related Breathing Disorder"
- Co-Author of publication in Current Neurology and Neuroscience Reports entitled "A Proof-of-Concept Study Using Quantitative Sensory Threshold Analysis to Compare 2”
Outside of the Office
When not in the office, Dr. Bret enjoys playing tennis and spending time with his friends and family. He especially enjoys his role as “Uncle Bret” to his three nephews and niece. In addition, Dr. Bret is an adjunct clinical faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.
Dr. Bret has a highly intuitive sense of humor that allows him to appeal to our young patients and parents simultaneously. He likes to impart his love of dentistry to everyone, so watch out – there could be a quiz after your appointment!
Memberships & Affiliations
- Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity – Member
- American Dental Association - Member
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry - Board Certified Diplomate
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry - Member
- New Jersey Dental Association - Member
- New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry – Member
- Penn Dental Medicine Pediatric Dental Program — Clinical Associate
- Penn Dental Bio-Dental Program Admissions Committee – Member
- Penn Dental Medicine Alumni Association – Executive Board Member
- Pennsylvania Dental Association - Member
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
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. Malay
Malay Mathur, DDS is a seven-year veteran of pediatric dentistry with a passion for patients with special needs.
Education
- University of California School of Dentistry, San Francisco – Doctor of Dental Surgery
- New York University College of Dentistry – Residency, Pediatric Dentistry
Memberships & Affiliations
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry – Member
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry - Member
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry - Diplomate, Member
- American Dental Association – Member
- Academy of General Dentistry – Member
- Pennsylvania Dental Association – Member
Outside of the Office
Dr. Malay loves spending time with his family, traveling, and indulging in his love of cooking Indian food!
Meet Dr. Shah
Sonika Shah, DMD goes the extra mile to help her patients and their parents feel comfortable and relaxed.
Education
- Rutgers University – Bachelor of Biological Sciences and Psychology
- Rutgers School of Dental Medicine – Doctor of Dental Medicine
- St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children in Philadelphia – Pediatric Dental Residency
Memberships & Affiliations
- Academy of General Dentistry – Member
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry - Member
- Pennsylvania Dental Association – Member
Outside of the Office
Dr. Shah tries to go out of her way to make visiting the dentist fun and easy for both children and their parents.
She loves that her job enables her to meet new people every single day and enjoys being able to teach her young patients about oral hygiene so they can keep their teeth strong and healthy between appointments.