Dr. Amanda “Amy” Cryan
The specialty of Pediatric Dentistry requires two additional years of postgraduate dental education following dental school. Dr. Cryan then went on to achieve Board Specialty status and is a Diplomate for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. This means that Dr. Cryan has achieved the highest level of education and proficiency in the field of pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Cryan is affiliated with O’shei Children’s Hospital and does surgical cases for her patients there 1 time a month.
Dr. Cryan is also active in local dentistry and is currently serving on the 8th District Dental Society Board.
Dr. Cryan does community outreach both locally and internationally. Teaching preschoolers about oral healthcare and serving children in areas where dentistry is not readily available.
When Dr. Amy is not seeing patients, she enjoys spending time with her family. Dr. Amy and her husband, Joseph, have two boys and two dogs. Dr. Amy always says her first son is her four-legged baby, Giuseppe. Giuseppe was the first therapy dog at Growing Smiles from 2008-2012. Giuseppe has retired from work but is being well loved at home.
Organizations
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- New York State Association of Pediatric Dentists
- American Dental Association
- New York Dental Association
- 8th District Dental Society
Dr. Adam Ungaro
Dr. Adam Ungaro loves Western New York and grew up on Grand Island. He and his wife, Kelsey, decided to make Buffalo their home because of the friendly community, good food and Buffalo sports.
Dr. Adam went to Liberty University, followed by University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Adam then completed his pediatric dental residency with University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Adam continued his knowledge quest in pediatric dentistry and is now a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Diplomate for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Adam is affiliated with O’Shei Children’s Hospital.
Dr. Ungaro loves being a pediatric dentist because, “I am able to take the extra time to build trust and provide alternative treatment options that make the difference between a positive and negative experience for the child.” Dr. Adam loves taking extra time working with nervous children in the office to help them feel comfortable and confident in the dental setting.
Organizations
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
- Eight District Dental Society
Dr. Helen-Dusel
Dr. Helen and her husband, Andy, are the proud parents of three fun and energetic children and one lovable fur baby! Dr. Helen loves spending quality time with her children in the outdoors, going for hikes and exploring mother nature!
Dr. Helen graduated from the University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Helen then completed her pediatric dental residency with University of Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Helen is also a Board Diplomate in Pediatric Dentistry, demonstrating highest level of knowledge in the field of pediatric dentistry. Dr. Helen is affiliated with O’Shei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo, NY.
Organizations
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
- American Dental Association
- New York State Dental Association
- Eight District Dental Society