Dr. Persiah Bakhtiari is a board-certified pediatric dentist dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care for children from infancy through young adulthood. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree with honors from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry in 2021 and completed her Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Pediatric Dentistry at Boston University’s Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine in 2023. Dr. Bakhtiari is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and has experience in both private practice and hospital settings, where she provides comprehensive and specialized care tailored to each child’s needs.

In her free time, Dr. Bakhtiari enjoys spending time with her family and her dog. She is an avid restaurant enthusiast who loves exploring new cuisines and discovering unique dining experiences.

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Educational Background

• Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in Pediatric Dentistry, Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (2023)

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Minnesota School of Dentistry (2021)

• Bachelor of Arts in Biology, University of California, Riverside (2013)

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Professional Affiliations:

• American Dental Association (ADA)

• Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS)

• American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)

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Volunteer Experience

• Give Kids a Smile, Minneapolis

• Special Smiles, Minneapolis

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Licensure and Certifications

• Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD)

• Nitrous Oxide Sedation Permit (Nitrous Permit B)

• PALS & BLS CPR/AED Certified