Hi! My name is Dr. Shilpa Avula

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Dr. Shilpa Avula knew from high school that she wanted to be a dentist. Entering the University of the Pacific in 1996, she was enrolled in an honors program that accelerated her through both undergraduate and graduate studies to receive her D.D.S. degree in just five years from Arthur
A. Dugoni School of Dentistry(UOP). After graduating from dental school in 2001, Dr. Avula continued her education by attending a one year general practice residency program at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. She then completed a two year specialty training program in Pediatric Dentistry at St. Barnabas Hospital in Bronx, New York in 2004.

 

Although Dr. Avula was initially drawn to dentistry for its ability to help people, she most appreciates the joys of working with children and the uniqueness of each day. Providing a great dental experience to all children is her passion. Dr. Avula also serves as a faculty member for Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry and UCSF School of Dentistry.

 

In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her family, travel and read. She is proficient in Spanish and Telegu.

 

Dr. Avula is Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry and is an active member of the following organizations:

• Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry American Dental Association

• California Dental Association

• California Society of Pediatric Dentistry American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry