Dr. Laurie Brown grew up in Natick, Massachusetts with three older brothers and a younger sister. Her love of dentistry formed when she fell off her bigwheel around age 2 and sustained trauma to her front teeth. Her parents brought her to a pediatric dentist to care for her injury. She always felt safe and comfortable throughout treatment. Dr. Brown enjoyed going to the dentist because she loved that her dentist was always excited to see her and knew her personally. He watched her grow from a toddler to a young adult and she valued the connection that they formed over time. She noticed that he always seemed happy and appeared to love being a pediatric dentist, and he inspired her to follow in his footsteps and pursue a career as a pediatric dentist, eventually becoming her mentor. 

 

Dr. Brown attended the University of Pennsylvania, graduating Magna cum Laude with double majors in French and biology and double minors in psychology and chemistry. She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and then completed her specialty training in pediatric dentistry and earned her Masters of Science degree at The Ohio State University and Columbus (Nationwide) Children's Hospital. She has been living in Western Massachusetts and practicing as a pediatric dentist in East Longmeadow since 2005. She and her husband, Jason, live in Easthampton, where they're proud to be raising their son and daughter and six cats.

Dr. Dan Nguyen graduated Summa cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts-Boston with a degree in Biochemistry. She then pursued a Masters of Biomedical Sciences degree at Tufts University. Following this, she completed both her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree and postgraduate training in pediatric dentistry at the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine.

 

Dr. Dan is dedicated to the field of pediatric dentistry, with a special interest in preventive care and supporting medically compromised pediatric patients. With a focus on providing tailored comprehensive dental care, she is committed to ensuring that each patient receives the highest quality treatment that meets their unique needs. She strives to approach every interaction with a gentle touch and a welcoming demeanor. Utilizing age-appropriate language and interactive techniques, Dr. Dan hopes to educate both children and parents on the importance of maintaining optimal oral health habits.

 

As a lifelong learner committed to excellence in the dental field, Dr. Dan actively participates in several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the American Dental Education Association, and the Student Professionalism and Ethics Association in Dentistry. Through continuous education and involvement in these organizations, she strives to stay updated on the latest advancements and best practices in pediatric dentistry, ensuring the delivery of exceptional care to every patient she serves.