Welcome to our St. Louis pediatric dental office! Our entire team is looking forward to meeting you and helping your kids have the healthy and comfortable smiles that they deserve.
Dr. Amy LeCave, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Amy earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the University of Missouri-Columbia and graduated Magna Cum Laude from UMKC Dental School with her Doctorate of Dental Surgery. While in dental school she received many honors and awards in pediatric dentistry. She then attended a two-year pediatric residency at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. During her residency in pediatrics she received extensive training to treat children with unique dental and medical needs.
Dr. Amy is on staff at Mercy Children’s Hospital and is certified in both Basic Life support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. In addition, Dr. Amy is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the College of Diplomates of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the Missouri Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Amy’s love and talent for working with children are apparent to all her patients and their parents. She is always smiling and creates a nurturing environment while providing dental care that is comfortable and safe.
Outside of practicing pediatric dentistry, Dr. Amy enjoys spending time with her husband, Dustin, and their three children, Ava, Austin & Duke, as well as spending time outdoors and traveling.
Dr. Allison Buford is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
As a St. Louis native, Dr. Alli is a graduate of John Burroughs School. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Michigan, where she remains an avid Michigan fan (Go Blue!). She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the UMKC School of Dentistry with honors in pediatric dentistry before completing a two-year pediatric dental residency at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, where she served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Alli believes every child deserves a positive dental experience and is passionate about creating a warm, fun, and welcoming environment where children feel safe and cared for. She takes the time to build trust with each child, helping even the most anxious patients feel comfortable during their visits. Known for her gentle approach and upbeat personality, Dr. Alli loves helping children overcome their fears and leave the office feeling proud of themselves.
As a mom of three young children, Dr. Alli understands firsthand the joys and challenges of parenting. She approaches every patient with the same compassion, patience, and care she would want for her own children. Her goal is to partner with families to create healthy smiles and positive dental experiences that last a lifetime.
In her free time, Dr. Alli enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband, Darin, and their three boys, Parker, Graham, and Beckett. She is thrilled to care for families in the community she has always called home.
Dr. Jack Han is a board-eligible candidate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
Dr. Jack Han is passionate about helping children build healthy smiles and positive dental experiences that last a lifetime. He strives to create a calm, encouraging environment where children feel comfortable, parents feel informed, and every family feels supported.
Dr. Han earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry and completed his specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston. His advanced training includes preventive and restorative pediatric dentistry, behavior guidance, dental trauma management, sedation, and care for children with special healthcare needs.
Known for his gentle approach and positive energy, Dr. Han enjoys helping children feel at ease during visits while building trust with families. He believes that clear communication, education, and early positive experiences are key to helping children develop lifelong oral-health habits.
Having grown up in Calgary, Alberta, and Huntington Beach, California, Dr. Han is excited to now call the St. Louis area home. Outside the office, he enjoys playing tennis, working out, experimenting with new recipes, exploring local restaurants and coffee shops, and sharing dental education and lifestyle content online.
Dr. Han looks forward to welcoming your family and providing thoughtful, high-quality care that helps your child smile with confidence.
Dr. Jamie Terrill is a board-certified pediatric dentist who is passionate about helping children build healthy, confident smiles in a fun, supportive environment. She believes every child deserves to feel safe, heard, and cared for, and she strives to create positive dental experiences that encourage a lifetime of healthy oral habits.
Originally from Guatemala City, Guatemala, Dr. Terrill earned her dental degree from the University Mariano Gálvez before practicing general dentistry and owning her own dental practice. After moving to the United States, she completed the process of recredentialing as a general dentist, graduating with high honors from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. She then pursued specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Saint Louis University and became a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.
As a bilingual provider fluent in both English and Spanish, Dr. Terrill enjoys connecting with families from diverse backgrounds and helping children feel comfortable throughout every visit. She is known for her calm, gentle approach, taking time to explain procedures in child-friendly ways, answer questions, and celebrate each child's successes, whether it's their first dental visit or overcoming dental anxiety.
In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Terrill has served as pediatric dental faculty at Southern Illinois University School of Dentistry, where she enjoys mentoring future dentists and sharing her passion for compassionate, patient-centered care. She is actively involved in organized dentistry and community outreach, including Give Kids A Smile, and remains committed to advancing children's oral health through education and service.
Outside the office, Dr. Terrill enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and retired racing greyhound, Fontina. She loves cooking and baking with her family, creating art and crafts, reading, exploring St. Louis, and taking on new creative projects. Her warmth, curiosity, and genuine love for children shine through in everything she does, helping every family feel welcomed from the moment they walk through the door.
Board-Eligible Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Vidhi Desai is a board-eligible pediatric dentist who is passionate about helping children develop healthy smiles and positive dental experiences that last a lifetime. She believes every child deserves to feel safe, confident, and cared for at the dentist, and she is committed to creating a welcoming environment where patients of all ages can thrive.
Dr. Desai earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine before completing her specialized pediatric dentistry residency at Tufts, where she also served as Chief Resident. Her advanced training provided extensive experience caring for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs, including those with dental anxiety and complex medical conditions.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Desai is passionate about giving back through community outreach programs such as Give Kids A Smile, Autism Smiles, community health centers, and pediatric oral health advocacy initiatives. She enjoys building genuine relationships with children by using patience, encouragement, and a little humor to help every visit feel fun and comfortable.
Originally born in Pune, India, and raised primarily in Louisiana, Dr. Desai is excited to explore her new community in St. Louis. When she's not caring for patients, she enjoys traveling, discovering new restaurants and coffee shops, hiking scenic trails, relaxing at the beach, taking road trips, and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Desai looks forward to partnering with families to help children build healthy habits, confident smiles, and positive memories at the dentist for years to come.