Dr. Cheryl Poon, DDS
Pediatric Dentist
Some kids walk into the dental office completely fearless. Others hold onto mom or dad like their life depends on it. As a mom herself, Dr. Cheryl Poon has seen every version, and she genuinely enjoys meeting children exactly where they are.
At Park Slope Dental Arts, Dr. Cheryl provides pediatric dental care with a calm, flexible approach that keeps visits from feeling overly stressful or intimidating. She knows children respond differently depending on their age, personality, comfort level, and previous experiences, so she doesn’t force any expectations onto every child who sits in the chair.
Sometimes a successful visit simply means helping a nervous child leave feeling more comfortable than when they arrived.
No Judgment. No Pressure.
Dr. Fletcher believes patients deserve honesty without pressure, and guidance without feeling overwhelmed. Some people come in every six months like clockwork. Others have avoided the dentist for years and feel embarrassed even scheduling the appointment. Either way, her goal is to help them feel at home so they’re more comfortable with consistent dental care.
With a gentle touch and warm smile, her kind but straightforward communication style tends to resonate with patients who want someone calm, attentive, and trustworthy in the room with them.
A Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Cheryl earned her dental degree from SUNY Buffalo School of Dental Medicine before completing her pediatric dental residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center in New York City.
She is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and received the Richard C. Pugh Achievement Award from the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She was also inducted into Omicron Kappa Upsilon, the national dental honor society.
Her clinical experience includes:
- Preventive pediatric dentistry
- Infant and toddler dental care
- Dental exams and cleanings
- Restorative pediatric dentistry
- Fluoride treatment and dental sealants
Helping Kids Feel Good About the Dentist
For many kids, early dental visits shape how they’ll feel about dentistry for years to come. Dr. Cheryl takes that responsibility seriously.
She understands that some kids are naturally cautious in new environments, while others arrive full of energy and curiosity. Her approach is flexible, patient, and centered around helping children feel more comfortable over time instead of expecting perfection from day one.
Parents never feel judged for having questions, and children are encouraged to participate in the process at their own pace.
Part of a Multidisciplinary Dental Team
One thing Dr. Cheryl enjoys about Park Slope Dental Arts is the family atmosphere of our office. Inside a brownstone-style building, patients find a home-like atmosphere featuring modern dental technology. And because we have multiple specialties under one roof, families often appreciate being able to coordinate different types of dental care for the entire family in the same friendly environment.
The collaborative nature of the practice also allows dentists and specialists, like Dr. Cheryl, to work closely together, even on the same patient. Since children may need orthodontics or more specialized treatment as they grow, that continuity often becomes important.
FAQs
Dr. Cheryl provides pediatric dental care for infants, children, and teenagers at Park Slope Dental Arts in Brooklyn.
Yes. Dr. Cheryl Poon is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Preventive pediatric dentistry includes routine exams, cleanings, fluoride treatment, sealants, cavity prevention, and monitoring oral development as children grow.
As a mom and a dentist, Dr. Cheryl gets it. Many kids need time to feel comfortable in a dental setting, so she focuses on creating positive, kid-friendly experiences designed to gradually build confidence during visits.
Dr. Cheryl Poon practices at Park Slope Dental Arts in Brooklyn, NY, serving families throughout Park Slope and surrounding Brooklyn neighborhoods.