Baptiste Dentistry for Kids in Apopka welcomes a new dentist

June 5, 2023

Baptiste Dentistry for Kids in Apopka welcomes a new dentist

Dr. Alyssa Pinnock joins the team

Hey guys, Dr. Baptiste from Baptiste Orthodontics & Dentistry for Kids here. I hope your summer is off to a great start. At Baptiste Orthodontics and Dentistry for Kids, our summers are the busy season. With kids out of school, parents take advantage of these days to get those checkups, cleanings, and free orthodontic consultations in.



This summer, we would also like to introduce our newest team member - Dr. Alyssa Pinnock.

Dr. Pinnock is a highly accomplished pediatric dentist with degrees from the University of Michigan, Nova Southeastern College of Dental Medicine, and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami. She has held many important roles in the dental profession, such as Dental Director of Community Health, and has also practiced general dentistry.


Dr. Pinnock loves kids, and it shows. She has a history of working wonders with a diverse patient population with a range of needs. She is passionate about educating patients and their families about all things relating to oral and total health.

Just in time for summer, our team has grown and grown stronger. I hope you take this time to get to know Dr. Pinnock and Baptiste Orthodontics & Dentistry for Kids, where we continue to help get you and your family off to a great start to a lifetime of great smiles.

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