Meet Our Pediatric Dentists

Pacific Palisades Pediatric Dentistry – Meet Our West LA Kids Dental Team

Carrie Loewen, DDS


Dr. Carrie Loewen is a very patient, caring, and gentle dentist. She enjoys helping children have a wonderful dental experience. Dr. Loewen believes prevention is an important component of pediatric dentistry. Her research in residency was a preventive tool, chair-side assessment of bacteria. Dr. Loewen is very intrigued by research, and incorporates evidence based dentistry in her clinical decisions. Dr. Loewen enjoys being volunteer faculty at the UCLA School of Dentistry, Department of Pediatrics, and being on the Cleft Palate Team at Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica.  Dr. Loewen is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Education

     BA - Texas Tech University
     DDS - University of California, Los Angeles
     Pediatric Dentistry Certificate - University of California, Los Angeles Venice-CHAT

 
Professional Affiliations

Dr. Loewen is committed to her profession and to continuing education through her membership and leadership in:

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • California Society of Pediatric Dentistry
  • Southern California Society of Dentistry for Children - Executive Board
  • American Dental Association
  • California Dental Association
  • Western Los Angeles Dental Society
  • Society of American Indian Dentists


Phil Trask, DDS




Dr. Trask is a highly trained and experienced Pediatric Dentist who is Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is a professor at the UCLA School of Dentistry, Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Trask has published multiple articles on children’s oral health care and has lectured nationally and internationally.

Philosophy
 
Dr. Trask is very passionate about pediatric dentistry and treats kids with love, kindness, compassion and respect while providing the latest and best practices in prevention and treatment. He believes that a really important part of kids’ treatment is for them to have a happy dental experience and is committed to ensuring that all of his patients have the best oral health care possible without fear of the dentist. He is dedicated to helping kids feel positive about taking care of their teeth. Dr. Trask feels really good when he gets the kids’ smiles and hugs, and hears how they look forward to "going to the dentist".
Dr. Trask also loves to teach dentists that return to school to become pediatric dental specialists. During his entire career he has worn two hats: as a part time professor in Pediatric Dentistry at both USC and UCLA and as a private practitioner on the Westside. The personal rewards he receives from both teaching and doing clinical work energize his passion. Dr. Trask also gives back to the community by doing volunteer work in local dental clinics for underserved children.
 
Education
 
  • BS – University of California, Los Angeles
  • DDS – University of California San Francisco
  • MS – Pediatric Dentistry – University of Southern California
  • Chief Dental Resident - Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

Professional Affiliations

Dr. Trask is committed to his profession and to continuing education through his membership and leadership in:

  • President- Southern California Society of Dentistry for Children
  • Executive Board & Past President- Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity

Member:

  • American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
  • California Society of Pediatric Dentists
  • American Dental Association
  • California Dental Association
  • Western Los Angeles Dental Society

For more information, please contact us by phone or schedule an appointment online. 

     
Fantastic pediatric dental office. From the colorful fish tank in the reception area, to the fun colors, decals and color-coordinated cabinetry and accessories around the office, this place makes kids and parents alike feel at home. My kids were excited to come back for their second check up today. The dentists and support staff are very welcoming and friendly. They have comfy and colorful exam chairs with TVs above each one to distract the children. Brilliant!
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Dariana

It really doesn't get much better than this. The staff and the doctors are incredible. Dr. Loewen is so good with the kids. My kids always have a great experience here. My 6- year old was having a hard time with the bitewings for the x-rays and to watch how patient and supportive the staff was with him through the whole process was heartwarming. We are so lucky to have such high quality services here in the Palisades. A+.
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Seem
This office is amazing! We had our first appointment today for my 15 month old daughter (who normally has anxiety when placed in new environments & meets strangers) but she absolutely loved it here! Dr. Loewen is so warm, friendly and inviting that my daughter allowed her to examine her mouth without any tears or fussing. It was incredible. The office atmosphere is phenomenal - from the aquarium to the sleek equipment - I really wish I could go here for my dental cleanings! Highly recommend.
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Christine

A wonderful visit. My 3 year old had the time of his life. He got to watch some cartoons, got to feed the fish in the giant aquarium in the waiting room. Went home with a toy he got to choose and a pin wheel. I finally had to turn down the balloon offer out of fear that they were spoiling him so much. Oh, and we also had a dental exam too, complete with brushing, flossing, the works... Dr. Loewen was extremely patient, she showed my son exactly what she was about to do. She let him test out all the equipment and the result was resounding success. I thought he'd never want to leave. I'm so excited to have found this office!
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Liuba

Fantastic pediatric dental office. From the colorful fish tank in the reception area, to the fun colors, decals and color-coordinated cabinetry and accessories around the office, this place makes kids and parents alike feel at home. My kids were excited to come back for their second check up today. The dentists and support staff are very welcoming and friendly. They have comfy and colorful exam chairs with TVs above each one to distract the children. Brilliant!
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Dariana
My 4 year-old daughter always has a wonderful experience. Dr. Loewen and the staff put her at ease and she loves being able to watch cartoons while they clean her teeth. She actually looks forward to going to the dentist!
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Brett
Perfectly done. My son had a terrible experience at another dentist so he was very anxious about getting a filling. The PPPD team did a fabulous job ! Happy to report one less child terrified of going to the dentist. Thank you so much.
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Christine

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