Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Kafi is a native of the twin island of Trinidad and Tobago. Her family eventually moved to Queens, NY, where she spent the rest of her adolescence. She made her way down the island to Stony Brook University where she studied Health Science as a Women in Science and Engineering Scholar (WISE). She earned her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine while participating in many local and international outreach and mentoring programs.
After dental school, Dr. Kafi’s journey to practicing dentistry, came full circle when she made her way back to her alma mater, Stony Brook University. There, she completed her General Practice Residency and subsequently, her specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry. At Stony Brook, she refined her skills in all aspects of both adult and pediatric dentistry.
Dr. Kafi’s sound training coupled with her unique global perspective that is fueled by her love of international culture and travel, has colored the way she interacts with her patients. She believes that everyone deserves an amazing dental experience, and sometimes that means finding a connection with a patient that goes far beyond her own cultural understanding.
Dr. Kafi’s goal outside of being an awesome pediatric dentist is traveling the world, interacting with its people and trying (almost) every food in it! She takes every opportunity to indulge in these pastimes when she is not in the office. She is always up for checking out unique restaurants near and far, or booking a ticket for a new adventure. But of course, her favorite adventures are always with her patients!
In the summer of 2023, Dr. Kafi decided to move to Florida from New York. Not only was she chasing sunshine, but she was also ready to close the physical distance between herself and her family. Daily Face-time sessions were no longer cutting it; she much preferred to be able to drop by for dinner at her mom’s or make same-day plans with her sister and niece. There is no better feeling than being surrounded by family, and she believes that their emotional closeness will only be strengthened by this new physical closeness. As the newest member of our team she will continue to strive to provide effective, efficient and unforgettable dental experiences for all patients.
