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Dr. Melissa Lopez

Pediatric Dentist

Dr. Lopez earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery, magna cum laude, from Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra in the Dominican Republic and her Doctor of Dental Medicine from UAB, where she was honored as an Omicron Kappa Upsilon member. She completed advanced training in dental aesthetics and pediatric dentistry in Spain and has extensive experience in community dental care, patient translation services, and treatment for underserved populations. 

Outside of the Office

In her spare time, she enjoys going to the gym and traveling to experience new cultures and foods. She also loves the beach, especially those in the Dominican Republic as well as going to the movies and spending time with her husband and their cat Simon.

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Dr. Lopez

Education

  • Bachelor of Science Degree from Birmingham-Southern College

  • Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Pontifica Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestra School of Dentistry in the Dominican Republic

  • Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Alabama at Birmingham

  • Continuing Education programs in Dental Aesthetics and Advanced Pediatric Dentistry in Spain

Practice Location

Cullman

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