Megan Tufteland
Meet Megan Tufteland, Pediatric Dentist in Henderson
Education & Credentials
DMD
University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine; Las Vegas, NV
BA
Molecular and Cellular Biology, University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley, CA
Specialty Certificate
Pediatric Dentistry, UNLV School of Dental Medicine; Las Vegas, NV
Quote
I will create positive experiences for your child so that as they grow, they feel comfortable and confident going to the dentist to maintain care. I love working with kids and look forward to getting to know your family!
Biography
I am a Las Vegas native and former California resident. I have authored and published four scientific articles and practiced general dentistry for seven years prior to my pediatric dental residency. I'm currently part-time faculty at the UNLV dental school overseeing students in their pediatric residency.
Achievements
Dr. Patrick J. Ferrillo, Jr. Leadership Award, Dean's Award for Leadership to UNLV SDM, F. Gene Dixon Student Leadership Award, Dean's Honor List, Graduated cum laude, Chief Resident of Pediatric Residency
Professional Associations
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association
Volunteer/Service Experience
Give Kids A Smile, Team Smile, Smiles for Survivors, Dental Educator and School Sealant Program for Las Vegas Elementary Schools, UNLV SDM's Saturday Children's Clinic
Favorites
Besides getting to know your family, my favorite thing is spending time with my husband (an orthodontist) and two children. I also love hockey (VGK), good food, laughing with friends, learning new things, and vacations with sunshine and nature.
Find Megan Tufteland in Henderson, NV
Megan Tufteland, DMD
"I will create positive experiences for your child so that as they grow, they feel comfortable and confident going to the dentist to maintain care. I love working with kids and look forward to getting to know your family!"
Personal
I am a Las Vegas native and former California resident. I have authored and published four scientific articles and practiced general dentistry for seven years prior to my pediatric dental residency. I'm currently part-time faculty at the UNLV dental school overseeing students in their pediatric residency.
Favorites
Besides getting to know your family, my favorite thing is spending time with my husband (an orthodontist) and two children. I also love hockey (VGK), good food, laughing with friends, learning new things, and vacations with sunshine and nature.
Professional Associations
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association
Achievements/Awards
Dr. Patrick J. Ferrillo, Jr. Leadership Award, Dean's Award for Leadership to UNLV SDM, F. Gene Dixon Student Leadership Award, Dean's Honor List, Graduated cum laude, Chief Resident of Pediatric Residency
Volunteer/Service Experience
Give Kids A Smile, Team Smile, Smiles for Survivors, Dental Educator and School Sealant Program for Las Vegas Elementary Schools, UNLV SDM's Saturday Children's Clinic
