Cristelle Rodriguez, DDS
ROLE:
Lead Pediatric Dentist
SPECIALTIES:
Pediatric Preventive Care, Restorative Dentistry, Special Needs Dentistry
LANGUAGES:
English, Spanish
Education & Training
Dr. Rodriguez brings more than 35 years of clinical experience to her care of young patients. She earned her dental degree from El Bosque University in Colombia in 1989, then completed a pediatric dentistry residency at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. She later pursued additional advanced training at the University of Washington School of Dentistry, including its DECOD program - a specialized curriculum focused on dental care for patients with disabilities.
Clinical Expertise
Across more than three decades in practice, Dr. Rodriguez has built deep expertise in the full range of pediatric dental care - from preventive checkups and cavity management to composite restorations, bonding, crowns, extractions, and root canal treatment. She also regularly treats gum inflammation, dental abscesses, and concerns related to tooth eruption, giving families a single trusted provider for both routine visits and more involved care.
A Welcoming Approach for Every Child
Dr. Rodriguez has particular experience caring for children with autism and Down syndrome, and takes a patient, individualized approach with every child in her care. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate comfortably and clearly with a wider range of families in our community.