Hunter Rose saw Dr. Harlyn Susarla at Stellar Kids Dentistry for a routine checkup and cleaning. During the exam Dr. Susarla noticed a few loose teeth in Hunter Rose’s mouth. Loose teeth? As a parent, we’d probably consider this normal. But to Dr. Susarla, it seemed early. To be safe, she ordered additional exams and discovered a tumor in Hunter Rose’s jaw.
Hunter Rose was then examined by a physician and was given a clean bill of health. But Dr. Susarla felt strongly that something more significant was going on and began advocating for her patient. Long story short, Seattle Children’s ultimately diagnosed Hunter Rose with a rapidly progressive cancer that had actually originated in her abdomen.
Because of Dr. Susarla’s medical knowledge and persistence on behalf of her patient, Hunter Rose’s life was saved. “As a mom myself…I said, ‘If this were my child, what would I want to be done?’ And so I did everything for Hunter that I would have done for my own child,” said Dr. Susarla.
Stellar Kids Dentistry has offices located in Mukilteo, Everett and Mill Creek. If you’re looking for a dental practice that thrives on dedication to children, pediatric excellence, and a focus on prevention, you’re in the right place. The staff and dentists at Stellar Kids Dentistry are committed to giving your child the best possible age-appropriate oral care. All Stellar Kids Dentistry pediatric dentists at our Mukilteo, Everett, and Mill Creek dental clinics have years of training for working with children of all ages, from infants to adolescents. They take their time to make children feel comfortable before any procedure and are careful to respond to individual needs, using appropriate relaxation and sedation methods. Both Dr. Kahlon and Dr. Lamba have special-needs training and are experienced in working with children with autism and ADHD. They also have a Family Orthodontic practice in the same building for the whole family!
Stellar Kids, because every child deserves to feel safe, receive the best care, and have a beautiful smile!
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