Dr. Joana Lastres
Dentist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Dentistry
100 E Lehigh Avenue Lower Level Philadelphia PA, 19125About
Joana Lastres, DMD, is a leading dentist currently serving patients at Fantasea Pediatric Dentistry in Naples, Florida. Throughout her four years of practice, she has accrued extensive expertise in dentistry for toddlers, teenagers, and people with disabilities. After earning her Bachelor in Biological Sciences degree at Florida International University, Magna Cum Laude, Dr. Lastres completed her Doctorate of Dental Medicine at Temple University School of Dentistry, Magna Cum Laude, followed by her Specialty Certificate at Temple University Hospital Episcopal Division, where she served as Chief Dental Resident. She is Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Additionally, in order to stay up to date on all medical advancements in her field, she maintains a professional membership with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry.
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Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatric, Dentistry American Dental Association, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Florida Dental Association, Florida Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry
Hobbies / Sports
- A foodie, Traveling, Volunteering
Favorite professional publications
- Pediatric Dentistry Today, Journal of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Journal
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