Why She Was Nominated:

Dr. Ambrosio’s boutique practice allows her to spend time with her patients and their parents to provide the best possible care. Her practice includes child-size digital radiographs, computer-controlled single-tooth anesthesia units and overhead flat-screen monitors to keep children distracted and entertained.

Why She Became a Dentist:

“It offered me the possibility of balancing family and career. Pediatrics specifically, because working with kids is so fun.”

Most Memorable Patient:

“I’ve seen young patients experience the challenges of life, like the death of a parent, cancer and divorce. Parents come to me to brush their child’s teeth, but when a personal relationship is built with the family based on trust, it’s truly humbling.”

Tool She Can’t Live Without:

“Loupes. Don’t know how I worked without them.”

Impact of the Pandemic:

“The greatest change is my outlook. Before, it was easy to get caught up in the grind. I’m more grateful to come to work every day and serve patients. This pandemic, although challenging, has brought to light what is most important in my life.”