Meet Doctor Singh
Dr. Singh is one of less than 1% of dentists in the US that is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. She is a strong believer in providing high quality dental care for children in a fun, nurturing and compassionate environment. Her goal is to give her patients of all ages a proper foundation for excellent oral health - all while making the experience as fun and positive as possible!
Dr. Singh received her undergraduate education from the University of Florida in Gainesville, where she graduated with a BS degree in Psychology and subsequently earned her Doctorate of Dental Medicine degree in 2010. She then furthered her clinical practice by completing a General Practice Residency at Montefiore Medical Center (Bronx, NY) and then an Oral Oncology fellowship at the prestigious Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, where she treated children with a variety of special health care needs. She enjoyed working with children so much that she returned to Montefiore Medical Center to complete her 2 year speciality training in Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Singh is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the College of Diplomates. In her free time, she loves to travel, practice yoga, and spend time with her friends and family. She also has a strong passion for community outreach and has volunteered abroad in Ecuador.
Meet Doctor Tamarinda
Tamarinda J. Barry Godín DDS, MPH is a Board-Certified pediatric dental specialist and public health practitioner dedicated to delivering high-quality, comprehensive oral health care. Known affectionately as ``Dr. T,`` she fosters an interactive and supportive environment for children and families through games, songs, and storytelling.
Dr. Barry Godín earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery (2014) and Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry (2017) from New York University College of Dentistry (NYU Dentistry) where she serves as a Research Scientist for the Department of Epidemiology & Health Promotion. She completed a General Practice Residency in Special Patient Care at Helen Hayes Hospital (2015) and holds a Masters in Public Health from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health (2018). She is enrolled at Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health as a Doctoral student with a concentration in Implementation Science.
When not in private practice, Dr. Barry Godín designs and implements evidence-based, alternative healthcare models to increase health equity. Noteworthy among her contributions is her role as Associate Director and Supervising Dentist for NYU Dentistry CariedAway, the largest randomized clinical trial for school-based cavity prevention in U.S. history, which has garnered recognition in esteemed publications such as JAMA Pediatrics and Network Open. She continues this work as the Oral Health Program Director for KinderSmile Foundation, a New Jersey non-profit whose vision is a future where every child has access to a dentist and preventable dental diseases are eradicated.
In private practice, Dr. Barry Godín performs all aspects of pediatric dentistry and special patient care. She is fluent in English and Spanish. On the weekends, she is likely to be found poking around the garden, museum hopping, touring local ice cream parlors, or blasting four-part harmonies with her adoring husband and two young children.
Meet Doctor Serena
Serena Simone, DDS, MPH is a board-certified pediatric dentist and public health professional who is dedicated to providing gentle, inclusive care for all children, including those with disabilities and complex needs. Known for her calm and caring approach, Dr. Simone uses a combination of sensory-friendly techniques and simple behavior strategies to help children feel safe, build trust, and develop the skills they need to feel more comfortable during dental visits. Her goal is to create positive experiences that help each child feel confident and cared for both now and for years to come.
Dr. Simone earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from NYU College of Dentistry, where she also completed her pediatric dental residency. She holds a Master’s in Public Health from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and went on to complete advanced fellowship training in Special Care Dentistry and Autism Care at Montefiore Hospital.
In addition to her work in private practice, Dr. Simone serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU College of Dentistry. She spends much of her week at the NYU Oral Health Center for People with Disabilities, where she provides care and also is proud to teach and mentor students and residents.Her work focuses on improving dental education by developing training tools and models that help providers build the skills and confidence to care for individuals with developmental, intellectual, and sensory differences. She is committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable approach to dental care and training.
Dr. Simone is especially passionate about prevention, oral health education, and helping children build the coping and self-care skills that can lead to a lifetime of healthier, happier experiences both in and beyond the dental chair. She strongly believes that with the right support and tools, every child can thrive in the dental setting.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Simone finds joy in spending time with her family and two dogs, Ollie and Mauka. She loves floral arranging, beach days, farmer’s markets and trying new vegan spots. A lifelong learner at heart, she is also deeply committed to global outreach and developing inclusive tools to help caregivers and providers make healthcare more accessible for every child.
Our Philosophy
While we take the practice of dentistry very seriously, we do not take ourselves too seriously. In fact, we love to have fun! Dr. Singh can often be heard singing to her patients, and loves to see them smile; hence - Singh and Smile!
Because some kids (and parents!) are apprehensive towards visiting the dentist, our number one goal is to help the whole family relax and feel comfortable. We understand that some children are anxious about visiting the dentist especially if they have had an unpleasant experience in the past. Dr. Singh utilizes her background in psychology not only to anticipate, but manage the child’s behavior by reducing negative imagery and keeping the visit as positive as possible. We try not to use words like “shot”, “needle”, “drill” or “hurt” as these words cause unnecessary anxiety and fear for your child. We want everyone – kids and parents – to have a positive experience and look forward to their visits at Singh and Smile Pediatric Dentistry!
