About us

Our doctor

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Dr. Carla LaLande

I am very passionate about prevention; the more issues and diseases that can be prevented, the better! I enjoy teaching children and parents about dental health, and the role it plays in overall wellness. This helps them to develop good home dental hygiene habits, make healthy eating decisions, and to care about their health.

As a mother, I understand a parent’s concerns and always respect your wishes. I also know how to connect with children on their level, in a way that helps them feel at ease and even excited about seeing the dentist.

I feel so blessed to come to work every day and help my patients: I treat them like I would treat my own children. There is nothing more rewarding than earning children’s trust and having them give me a big hug at the end of an appointment, saying they can’t wait to come see me again!

Education and Professional Affiliations

  • Doctorate of Dental Medicine – University of Nevada School of Dental Medicine
  • Master of Science in dentistry and certificate in pediatric dentistry – Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry

My patients’ safety, health, and comfort are my main concerns. Through continuing education, I ensure I am up to date on the latest research and treatment options, so I am able to provide the ideal care.

In addition to participating in study clubs, I regularly attend meetings and lectures locally, regionally, and nationally. This enables me to learn from leading practitioners and researchers, as well as my peers.

Beyond the Office

I grew up in Lake Havasu City and have lived with my family in Las Vegas since 2008. My wonderful husband and I have four amazing young children. We love to spend time together hiking, biking, and boating when we are not busy with kids’ sporting and musical events.

My free time is spent working out, reading, and enjoying the company of friends and family.

I am an active member of the:

  • American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • American Dental Association
  • Nevada Academy of Pediatric Dentistry

These organizations provide a range of opportunities for me to study the latest information and keep abreast of ongoing research.

Dr. Carla LaLande

Dr. Marivic (Mar) De Leon

Dr. Marivic (Mar) De Leon was born and raised in the Bay Area, CA. Dr. Mar studied Biology and English at Loyola University Chicago before earning her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at Roseman University in Utah. 
Dr. Mar completed her three year pediatric dental residency training at the University of California-San Francisco (UCSF), where she simultaneously earned her Master of Public Health degree. Her training included advanced experience in behavior management, restorative and surgical dentistry, oral sedation, hospital dentistry, dental trauma, and phase 1 orthodontics. She has a strong background in working with patients with special needs, complex medical conditions, and craniofacial anomalies. During her time at UCSF, Dr. Mar’s grant-funded research on diagnosing and treatment planning supernumerary teeth in children earned third place in a statewide competition. She served as chief resident in her final year of the program. 
Her passion for dentistry extends beyond the office–most recently joining a mission trip in Manila, Philippines. Dr. Mar loves working with kids of all ages and backgrounds, and focuses on making every visit a fun and comfortable experience. You’ll often find her singing with her patients while rocking one of her many fun, cartoon-themed scrub caps! She thoroughly enjoys partnering with families to support healthy habits through hygiene and diet, and takes a personalized approach to care that meets each child’s unique needs. 
Outside of work, Dr. Mar loves watching sports, going to concerts, running, cooking, and exploring new places. She is excited to work with your family in building happy, healthy smiles!