Meet Your Jupiter Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Get to Know Kaitlin Rodriguez, DDS, MS
Your child deserves to be treated by a dentist who will always put their needs first. Dr. Kaitlin Rodriguez is dedicated to helping her young patients enjoy positive dental experiences early in life, and she loves having the chance to see them grow up as they visit her every six months! Before you set up an appointment for your little one at Palm Dental Professionals, you can read Dr. Kaitlin’s bio below to learn more about her background as a board-certified pediatric dentist in Jupiter.
Why Did You Decide to Become a Dentist?
Dr. Kaitlin’s interest in dentistry started in childhood. One of her friends had a father who was a pediatric dentist, and she always enjoyed her experience in his office. He ended up being her mentor when she was going into dental school, and he eventually inspired her to also enter the field of pediatric dentistry.
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
After attending the University of Florida, Dr. Kaitlin pursued her dental education at the University of California, San Francisco, which is where she completed a postgraduate residency program in Pediatric Dentistry and also earned her master's degree in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences. She previously worked in private practice in California before eventually moving to Florida.
Dr. Kaitlin is affiliated with the American Dental Association, the Florida Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
Dr. Kaitlin enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her husband Christopher, her son Jackson, and their Mini Bernedoodle, Daisy. Her hobbies outside of the office include gardening, boating, and traveling. She is also a tennis player, and she has played in the Palm Beach County Women’s Doubles League.