Dr. Lara Saleh is an award-winning, board-certified pediatric dentist and a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She completed her fellowship at Case Western Reserve University, and her residency and Master of Science degree in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Michigan. Passionate about children, Dr. Lara is fluent in English, Arabic and French.
Q: What’s the story behind Dr. Toothfairy?
A: While at the University of Michigan, I fell in love with Ann Arbor’s fairy doors. Scattered throughout the city, these tiny, magical doors exemplify the inseparable bond between the top dental school in the country (Go Blue!) and our local community. For decades, kids have gifted drawings, coins and little trinkets to the mystical fairies. I wanted to bring that same sense of magic and community—and an unmatched standard of dental care—to my practice. Children can celebrate dental milestones at our office by leaving a note in one of our fairy doors—and they are sure to find a special surprise in return. It’s our way of making every trip to the dentist a little more enchanting.
Q: What is your approach to pediatric dentistry?
A: At Dr. Toothfairy, we’re not just pediatric dental professionals—we’re parents too! No two kids (or smiles!) are the same, which is why we take a personalized, evidence-based approach and work closely with families to ensure parents feel informed, assured and involved at every step. We use only the safest, kid-friendly materials, and we keep X-rays to a minimum. Our office is designed for comfort and fun, with TVs over every chair, a glow-in-the-dark room and rewards for healthy habits. It’s all about making dental care safe, magical and something your child can look forward to.
Q: How would your patients describe you?
A: Warm, welcoming and super kid friendly. Parents say they appreciate our whole-child approach and our commitment to making every visit fun, comfortable and educational for their little ones.