Dr. Jenna Khoury is a San Diego native who earned both her doctorate (DMD), and specialty certification in Pediatric Dentistry from the prestigious Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. Dedicated to pursuing excellence in her field, Dr. Khoury has also earned the title of Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Amongst other accolades, the Consumers Research Council of America has named her one of Americas Top Dentists in her field for four consecutive years.
She prides herself on staying current through the utilization of state-of the art equipment, and the use of safe, biocompatible materials, to provide the best possible care to all of her patients. In addition, Dr. Khoury is devoted to community service, having taken part in several medical missions overseas, as well as providing free dental care to San Diegos homeless youth.
As a board certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Khoury stays up to date with the latest advancements in pediatric dentistry through continuing education and maintaining numerous association memberships including; The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD), California Society of Pediatric Dentistry (CSPD), California Dental Association (CDA) and American Dental Association (ADA).
The Brush Stop Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodonticsis a Pediatric Dental Practice committed totreating, newborns, infants, toddlers,childrenand teens with tongue ties, lip ties and other breastfeeding needs with the use of a CO2 laser technology.Dr. Khoury is well known for her concern and understanding of mothers who wish to breastfeed. Dr. Khoury is an expert on the diagnosis and treatment of ankyloglossia also known as tongue-tied.
Dr. Khourys additional specialty training, as well as her extensive private practice experience has provided her with the patience, TLC, and tools to deliver comprehensive dental care to children with special needs and medically compromised conditions. Her level of training and expertise has also enabled her to care for the most anxious and apprehensive children and teens. She believes that every child should be treated as family, and strives to ensure that every visit is a positive one, through her fun-loving demeanor.
On any given day, Dr. Khoury can be found enjoying the San Diego sun with her husband and french bulldog. A few things at the top of her bucket list are to run a half marathon, and to master the art of paddle boarding.
Dr. Stephen ODonnell earned his doctorate and specialty certification in Pediatric Dentistry from the esteemed Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California, (USC), and earned his Master of Science in Global Medicine from USCs Keck School of Medicine.
Dr. Stephen is a compassionate doctor who strives to create a warm and welcoming environment for every child. He has experience treating a wide range of children, from infants to adolescents, and strongly believes every child should be treated the same as his own family. His level of expertise and training enable him to gently care for even the most anxious children, or those with special needs.
He has provided care as a member of multi-disciplinary teams at several major hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), Los Angeles County USC Medical Center, & Childrens Hospital of Orange County (CHOC).
The Brush Stop Pediatric Dentistry is conveniently located at 7720 Rancho Santa Fe Road, on the corner of La Costa Avenue and Rancho Santa Fe Road. Our office is on the second floor, and positioned next door to CVS and across the street from the La Costa Towne Center. Our proximity to the 5 and 78 freeways makes it convenient for our patients coming from all parts of San Diego, and surrounding cities, including San Elijo Hills, Encinitas, Del Mar, Carmel Valley, Carlsbad and San Marcos. The office complex has ample, easily accessible parking, and is fully handicap compliant.
Our reception area is child and teen friendly, with age appropriate games, an I-pad station and books. With a coffee bar and aromatherapy throughout the practice, we designed our space to allow parents a moment of relaxation. An accompanying parent is always welcome to the treatment suites, and patients are ushered by our dedicated clinical team to their designated chair, where the doctor will welcome them. The checkout process is individualized and private, involving our knowledgeable team capable of directing patients to whatever continuing care may be necessary to meet both their health and insurance needs.