Let’s celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! March 21st marks World Down Syndrome Day, a global event dedicated to raising awareness and promoting inclusion for individuals with Down syndrome. Why is March 21st the day we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day?  This is because the 21st chromosome is genetically tripled in individuals with Down syndrome.  At UPD Dental Associates, we believe that everyone deserves a healthy, happy smile, and we’re committed to providing specialized dental care for individuals with unique needs.

As parents and caregivers, we strive to ensure our children's health. While regular check-ups and a balanced diet are common steps, one aspect often overlooked is the importance of oral health.

Yellowing of teeth may be a common concern, but with proper knowledge, education, regular dental visits, and good oral habits, you can protect your smile and keep it shining bright. By practicing good oral hygiene, making healthy dietary choices, and avoiding harmful habits like smoking, you can ensure that your smile remains radiant and healthy. 

University Pediatric Dentistry started in 1989 as a way for pediatric dental residents to gain clinical understanding of advanced diagnostic and surgical procedures. While working at our offices, residents also gain knowledge of child psychology and clinical management, oral pathology, child-related pharmacology, radiology, child development, management of oral/facial trauma, care for patients with special needs, conscious sedation, and general anesthesia. 

Since our founding, we’ve expanded to multiple locations throughout the Buffalo region specializing in virtually every aspect of infant to adult oral health care, from simple check-ups to complex oral surgeries. We are the Western New York dental health care experts.

At UPD, we have fifteen wonderful dentists, some of which are faculty and teachers at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. They are all highly trained in their area of expertise. Our team of dentists work together to ensure the oral health of our community alongside residents, dental assistants, dental hygienists, surgical technicians, clerical staff, and administration.

That being said, let’s talk about some of the roles you will see across our seven sites.