Dr. Vélez is a highly experienced dental professional with more than 30 years of clinical expertise spanning general adult and pediatric dentistry. She earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in 1994, following a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Armstrong Atlantic State University.

Throughout her career, Dr. Vélez has served diverse patient populations across Kentucky, Florida and Texas working in private practice, military and public health settings. Her extensive locum tenens experience, including educational service with Concorde Career College's Hygiene Program and various Texas practices, reflects her adaptability and commitment to providing quality, compassionate care in a wide range of clinical environments.

Dr. Vélez’s background also includes distinguished service as a General Dentist in the United States Air Force at MacDill Air Force Base and as a civilian contractor for the U.S. Army at Fort Bliss. In these roles, she honed her clinical, leadership, and mentoring skills, overseeing dental staff, conducting health and safety training, and guiding emerging dental professionals.

Her comprehensive skill set includes restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and pediatric procedures. She has designed and implemented clinical systems to improve operational efficiency, supervised dental teams, and ensured compliance with occupational safety standards.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Vélez is dedicated to patient-centered care and community wellness. Her professional philosophy centers on education, prevention, and building trust through clear communication and clinical excellence.

Our Patients Say

"I highly recommend Tots to Teens. They always put my kids at ease and are courteous and professional every time we visit them. When my daughter had a problem with the wire on her bracket, they went out of their way to see her that day and fix the issue. Awesome service and great people."

Nick

"Customer service is amazing here, the office is very clean and the staff is friendly. My 6 year old loves coming to the dentist and has never had a bad experience. The staff is very knowledgeable and will answer all your questions/concerns. Another plus, it's very affordable if you don't have dental insurance."

Kari R.

"No joke this is THE BEST dentist I've ever ever been to that are always so nice I will continue to bring my son here. Best place ever keep up the good work 💕💕"

Azelyn M.

"We drive out of our way to come to this dentist. The staff is Always kind and nice, never any wait time. The place is always clean and neat. Tvs make is convenient for the kids."

Michael C

"They did a great job with my son. This was his first visit to the dentist and he is 20 months old. I was worried about how he was going to handle it. Everyone was great! Friendly and professional, and the dentist did great with my little one. This place is clean and comfortable along with books, toys, and tv to entertain the little ones. Thank you!"

Cindy

"The dentist took time to make my daughter feel comfortable, she did excellent work with very little discomfort!  My daughter wants to use this dentist again and that is due to the great staff ! Thank you"

Dania R.