Dr. Dr. Fanny Kamwa Agnero, DMD, MPH

Media Releases

Get to know Pediatric Dentist Dr. Fanny Kamwa Agnero, who serves patients in Rio Grande City, Texas.

A trusted pediatric dentist, Dr. Agnero sees patients at her private practice – Rio Grande City Pediatric Dentistry – in Rio Grande City , Texas. She specializes in Procedures with  Oral sedation as well as  General Anesthesia, emergency procedures,Fillings , dental sealants, crowns.

Academically, she graduated from Rutgers University School of Dental Medicine, formerly known as The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree in 2011. After dental school, she completed a one-year general practice residency at Staten Island University Hospital.

Subsequently, Dr. Agnero practiced general dentistry for 2 years during which she realized her favorite part about dentistry was providing care for children and making sure they had a fun and fearless experience. She decided to pursue specialization in pediatric dentistry at Staten Island University Hospital. During her residency, she was appointed Chief Resident, and upon graduation was awarded the highly prestigious Arthur Puglisi Leadership Award.

Distinguished as a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, she is an active member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry , College of Diplomates of The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Pediatric dentistry is the branch of dentistry dealing with children from birth through adolescence. The Pediatric dentist has an extra two to three years of specialized training after dental school and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years. Children of different age groups need different approaches in dealing with their behavior guiding their dental growth and development, as well as helping them avoid future dental problems. A pediatric dentist cares for special needs patients as well.

In her spare time, Dr. Agnero enjoys spending time with her family, friends, volunteering at her church, baking and traveling.

Recommended Articles

• Is There an Ideal Teeth Whitening Product?

  Normally, teeth are yellowish in color and are rarely pure white. As white teeth are a popular demand, more and more products have hit the market, claiming to whiten teeth. This includes whitening tooth-pastes, gels, rinses, strips and trays. Teeth whitening is recommended for people with healthy...

• Magnolia Bark Extract Prevents Bad Breath

  According to the results of a study published in, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, magnolia bark extract contains chemicals that may prevent bad breath or halitosis. These compounds, called magnolol and honokiol, kill the bacteria that cause bad breath and cavities.In this study, nine...

• How to Prepare for Your Dental Appointment

  According to the American Dental Association (ADA), people should visit a respectable dental office like Macleod trail dental every six months to maintain optimal oral health. Dental problems should never be ignored since they can become serious and contribute to other medical conditions, such as...

• Get a Better Smile with Licorice Root

  According to a new study published in the Journal of Natural Products, licorice, the main ingredient in candy, may help to keep tooth decay and gum disease at bay. Teeth protection is provided by the compounds found in the dried root of licorice plant. Chinese licorice, found in northern mainland...

• Professional Teeth Cleanings Can Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease

  Getting the teeth cleaned by a professional may not only give you a healthy and sparkling smile but also a healthier heart, according to a new study. In this study, people who regularly got their teeth cleaned and scaled by a dentist had a 24% less chance of getting heart disease, when compared to...

• What Is Myrrh Used For?

  What is myrrh?The word myrrh will probably not be a stranger to your ears. If you were raised in the Christian faith, it may be familiar to you since childhood. It was mentioned over 150 times in the Holy Bible. But what is it exactly?Myrrh is a resin or natural gum that is yellow to reddish-brown...