Dr. Kati Hetrick

Dr. Kati Hetrick marries experience from over ten years in private practice with information from leading-edge continuing education courses to provide her patients with high-quality dental care. She has the heart of a teacher; in every interaction, she strives to educate, explain, and counsel, so each individual feels comfortable with the decisions they make for their mouths. A gentle touch and positive attitude will comfort you during your dental visit.

Dr. Hetrick is a native of Kansas. After receiving her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kansas, dental school brought her to Buffalo, New York, where she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2009. In pursuit of excellence, Dr. Hetrick completed a two-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program. During her post-graduate residency, she received additional training from dental specialists in all fields of dentistry. Her passion for lifelong learning motivates her to attend frequent dental meetings, study clubs, and workshops.

A self-described "crunchy mama," Dr. Kati has a deep passion for holistic and healthy living that naturally extends into her work. She brings extensive knowledge of general and airway-focused dentistry and is especially passionate about guided growth and development for children. Early intervention is an amazing tool for unlocking the body’s true potential and ensuring proper airway development and nasal breathing for a lifetime. Dr. Kati also supports non-invasive treatments for sleep apnea and sleep-disordered breathing, helping patients achieve better sleep and overall well-being. Additionally, she offers infant lip and tongue tie revisions to help mamas and babies thrive.