smiLee Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
Our friendly team of pediatric experts welcomes you to our family
Dr. Jenny Cavanaugh & the smiLee team strive to create a fun and caring dental home for all children — from birth, through the toddler years, childhood, and into their teenage years.
Our goal is to educate children and inspire enthusiasm about the importance of dental health to create a solid foundation for a lifetime of healthy and beautiful smiles. The smiLee team respects each child as an individual and is dedicated to treating each child as their own.
Education
- Bachelor of Science: University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, PA
- Doctorate of Dental Medicine: University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, PA
- Pediatric Dentistry Certificate: University of Florida – Naples, FL
- Orthodontic Certificate: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center – New York, NY
- Board Certifications: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Orthodontics
Dr. Jenny Cavanaugh
Dr. Jenny is a dual-board certified pediatric dentist and orthodontist — one of only a handful in the country. After dental school, she completed 2 additional years of training specializing in pediatric dentistry and then 3 additional years of training specializing in orthodontics.
She has been practicing in private practice since 2013. With her extensive training and experience, we provide the highest level of specialty care for all of the dental and orthodontic needs of your child until they are fully grown.
Dr. Jenny completed dental school at the University of Pittsburgh, completed her pediatric dental residency at the University of Florida, and her orthodontic residency at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center.
Dr. Jenny was born and raised in Pittsburgh and moved to SWFL in 2011. She lives in Fort Myers with her husband Jim, and her children Jack and Lacey. Dr. Jenny and her family enjoy gardening, the beach, nature hikes, time with family, and are avid foodies. We look forward to welcoming you and your family into the smiLee family.
Education
- Bachelor of Science: University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, PA
- Doctorate of Dental Medicine: University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, PA
- Pediatric Dentistry Certificate: University of Florida – Naples, FL
- Orthodontic Certificate: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center – New York, NY
- Board Certifications: American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Board of Orthodontics
Our family taking care of yours.
Our Team
Kelsi
Victoria
Amanda
Carol
Julissa
Nina
Robin
Robin was born and raised in the Philadelphia area and relocated to Florida in 2013. Following a 37 year career in Information Technology, she retired in 2019 but quickly came out of retirement in 2021 to become the Director of Community Engagement at smiLee. Robin has established relationships with many of our local schools and community organizations which smiLee supports on a recurring basis. In her spare time, Robin enjoys reading and being “Mimi” to her three grandchildren.
Sue
Alma
Alma was born in Mexico and raised in SWFL. Alma has been in the dental field for 2 years and has discovered an unknown passion for dental care. She has 20 nieces and nephews and enjoys being around them every chance she gets. Being part of smiLee has been very exciting, working as a team to provide exceptional patient care while getting to see the little ones smile. In her free time, she loves spending time with family, going to the gym, and seeing sunsets at the beach.
Diana
Diana has been in the dental field since 2018, working in general and pediatric dentistry. Diana is originally from Colombia and has lived in the US for over 10 years. Diana loves working with children and is passionate about learning and sharing her knowledge. In her free time, she loves spending time with her son and loving family, reading, and traveling.
Isabel
Isabel was born and raised in Columbia. Since high school, she has been passionate about pediatric dentistry. She started in the dental field in 2003. She enjoys giving children the best experience when they visit the dentist. In her free time, she loves spending time with her son, husband, and her 4-legged child doing outdoor activities.
The smiLee Difference
As a mother herself, Dr. Jenny knows that every parent’s highest priority is their children’s health and happiness.
Dr. Jenny has completed a total of 5 years of specialty training in both Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics after dental school and is board certified in both fields. Dual board certification is an accomplishment achieved by only a handful of dental specialists in the United States. Board certification is an elective process following completion of years of specialty training in a residency program. The dental specialist must demonstrate their knowledge and competence before a recognized board of experts in the designated field. Following each residency program, Dr. Jenny has completed the rigorous written and oral examinations and earned board certification from both The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and The American Board of Orthodontics. Additionally, Dr. Jenny received the prestigious Pugh Award, presented to candidates who score in the top 3% nationally on the written portion of the Pediatric Board Exam. She was the first ever recipient of the award from the University of Florida-Naples pediatric dental residency program. Board certification is not a one-time achievement; the dental specialist completes continuing education and recertification to stay current with the latest research and techniques in each respective field.
All of Dr. Jenny’s patients will receive outstanding care in both Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics. Dr. Jenny’s expertise as a Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist enables her to evaluate overall oral health along with every child’s developing bite and smile to proactively address problems early to potentially prevent long term issues. When appropriate, early treatment using the latest advancements in orthodontics achieves the greatest outcome for your child’s smile. This comprehensive approach eliminates the need to coordinate between two dental offices for pediatric and orthodontic care. We strive to provide the highest level of comprehensive oral health care to infants, children, and teens to establish a lifetime of healthy and confident smiles.
Mission Statement:
smiLee is committed to positively impacting the life of every child. We focus on developing healthy habits that establish a foundation for a lifetime of oral health and overall well-being. At smiLee, we create beautiful smiles that allow a child to face the world with the confidence to fulfill their limitless potential.
Core Values:
Deliver quality pediatric dental and orthodontic care with Compassion, Accountability, Professionalism, Efficiency and most importantly, a Smile.
An office that prioritizes your comfort
smiLee is a state-of-the-art facility that uses the latest technology available to create a more enjoyable dental experience. We pride ourselves on creating a fun, warm, and inviting atmosphere where children of all ages can feel comfortable to establish a positive attitude towards oral health and lay the foundation for a beautiful smile for life. Every detail was designed and engineered with the child’s comfort in mind.
Convenient Appointments
We respect your time and your schedule. We are conveniently located in the community and strive for appointments to begin and end on time, so you can keep your schedule on track.
Kid-focused Amenities
We want your child to be comfortable, so we offer kid-focused amenities such as a waiting room play area, TVs and colorful headphones in every operatory as well as blankets in the dental chair.
Community Partnerships
At smiLee, our mission is to support and elevate not only the oral health but the lives of children, adolescents, and teens in Southwest Florida. Youth involvement in school and community activities fosters belonging and strengthens the community at large. If your school or organization is interested in partnership or sponsorship, please contact us at (239) 329-6006 or Community@DrSmiLee.com.
Our Services
Pediatric Dentistry
Orthodontics
– Mariah R.
Let us give your child the smile they deserve
We are currently accepting new patients and very excited to work with you and your child.
Our Fort Myers Pediatric & Orthodontic Office
Hours:
Monday: 8:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm*
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
*We answer phone calls on Fridays from 8:00am-5:00pm and are open for appointments on some Fridays. Contact us for full Friday availability!
