visit Dr. Truska Mahmood AT Her New Pediatric Dental Office in San diego

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Meet dr. truska Mahmood

Dr. Truska Mahmood is a board-certified pediatric dentist who truly loves caring for children and helping them feel confident in their smiles. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine and completed her pediatric dental residency at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

 

Dr. Mahmood provides gentle, compassionate care for infants through adolescents, including children with special healthcare needs and neurodivergent children. She is deeply committed to creating a calm, supportive, and sensory-aware environment where every child feels safe, respected, and understood.

 

Beyond being a pediatric specialist, Dr. Mahmood is also a mom to two young daughters. This perspective allows her to connect naturally with parents and understand the worries, questions, and emotions that often come with a child’s dental visit. She approaches each appointment with patience, empathy, and a focus on building trust—both with children and their families.

 

Dr. Mahmood works closely with her husband, an adult general dentist, which allows their practices to collaborate seamlessly to care for the entire family. This unique, family-centered approach offers continuity and convenience while ensuring thoughtful, personalized care for every patient.

 

Outside the office, Dr. Mahmood enjoys hiking, traveling, and spending quality time with her family. She looks forward to partnering with you to make your child’s dental visits positive, stress-free, and even fun—helping lay the foundation for healthy habits and lifelong smiles.

Meet dr. EUNICE HWANG

Dr. Eunice Hwang is a Board Certified pediatric dentist who was born in Dallas, Texas, but had the wonderful opportunity to live in New York, Georgia, and Southern California. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. There, she graduated among the top ten in her class and was inducted into the prestigious Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society.

 

Driven by her passion for working with children, Dr. Eunice completed a two-year pediatric dentistry residency at UCLA. During her residency, she received specialized training in comprehensive pediatric care, including child behavior management, craniofacial development, hospital dentistry, and various forms of sedation and anesthesia. Her clinical training included rotations through the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, the Infant Oral Care Program, and Mattel Children’s Hospital, where she gained extensive experience treating children with complex medical conditions, developmental disabilities, and special healthcare needs.

 

Dr. Eunice is a proud member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the California Dental Association, and the San Diego County Dental Society.

 

Dr. Eunice is passionate about serving others and providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. She hopes to be able to make a difference in the lives of her patients, one smile at a time. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, cycling, traveling, and spending quality time with her loved ones.

Meet dr. SHANNON GRANGEr

Dr. Shannon Granger is a dual Board Certified Pediatric Anesthesiologist with extensive experience in caring for both pediatric and adult patients. Her educational journey began at UCSD, where she balanced her studies with playing soccer for the Women's team, displaying her dedication and commitment to maintaining the GPA required for medical school entrance. She then attended A.T. Still University for medical school, graduating with honors. Dr. Granger completed her medical residency at Riverside County Regional Medical Center, where she excelled in providing compassionate patient care, earning her the role of Chief Resident during her final year, a testament to her clinical acumen and interpersonal skills. Following her graduation, Dr. Granger was chosen to join one of the nation's premier pediatric anesthesia fellowships at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, bypassing the typical matching process. During her year in Cincinnati, her sole focus was providing care to pediatric patients, including those in need of pediatric dentistry procedures.

 

After completing her fellowship, Dr. Granger secured a position at Valley Children's Medical Center, known for its exceptional care dedicated to the well-being of children in the Valley. During her position there, she administered thousands of anesthetics, including numerous dental cases. In recent years, Dr. Granger relocated to San Diego to be closer to her family. She has been practicing at Palomar Medical Center while also commuting to Valley Children's Hospital to continue her dedicated care for pediatric patients. Dr. Granger is passionate about providing high-quality anesthesia to both children and adults in need of dental procedures.

 

In her leisure time, Dr. Granger cherishes moments with her family, being a mother to three children aged 11, 9, and 6. Her love for the outdoors is evident through her interests in activities like running, surfing, and hiking.

We are so excited to meet you and your child!

visit Dr. Truska Mahmood AT Her New Pediatric Dental Office in San diego

Truska Mahmood, DDS

Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

visit Dr. Truska Mahmood AT Her New Pediatric Dental Office in San diego

visit Dr. Truska Mahmood AT Her New Pediatric Dental Office in San diego

visit Dr. Truska Mahmood AT Her New

Pediatric Dental Office in San diego

visit Dr. Truska Mahmood AT Her New

Pediatric Dental Office in San diego