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Dr. Jen MacLellan Cont’d
What do you find most challenging?
In general, I think challenge is a good thing. That said, meeting children, adolescents and families who are dealing
with difficult medical diagnoses and prognoses is, and will always be, heartbreaking and difficult as it is impossible to
fully comprehend the challenges they are facing.
What is the most misunderstood aspect about Pediatric Dentistry?
I would have to say that many people both inside and outside of the dental profession have the misconception that we
just treat “baby” teeth. Our specialty training and practice requires an in-depth knowledge of a plethora of medical
conditions, diseases and syndromes. We are trained to truly understand and treat the whole person understanding
the important link between oral and systemic health.
Halloween
with Stephen and Jen
Industry Involvement.
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Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry – Executive
Nova Scotia Dental Association – Governing Council
Society of Dental Specialists of Nova Scotia – President
Atlantic Society of Pediatric Dentistry – President
Nova Scotia Dental Association – Specialist Fee Guide and Professional Development Committees
Provincial Dental Board of Nova Scotia – Sedation Guidelines Committee
Colchester YMCA - Board of Directors
Why do you volunteer?
I am from a small town in Nova Scotia with parents who both stressed and demonstrated the importance of community
and professional involvement. I guess giving back has always been a part of my life.