Meet Dr. Marissa
“I am passionate about helping children feel safe and at ease while having fun at the dentist. I hope to make a positive impact on the lives of the children and families I have the privilege of serving.” Dr. Marissa
Dr. Marissa Carvalho always knew she wanted to work with children. She shadowed a pediatric surgeon at the beginning of her career and fell in love. Seeing a need for compassionate, specialized dental care tailored to children, she decided to open Coconut Smiles. She created a place that children are excited to visit and feel safe, fear-free, and valued.
Born and raised in Torrance, CA, she attended Seaside Elementary School, Calle Mayor Middle School, and South High School. She graduated with her Bachelor of Science degree from UC Irvine and went on to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry. While in dental school, she was honored with the AAPD Predoctoral Merit Award. Her advanced education in pediatric dentistry was completed with NYU Langone Health.
In her spare time, Dr. Marissa loves spending time with her husband, Morgan, their two children, Layla and Walker, and their dog, Kena. She also enjoys saltwater aquariums, playing tennis, and traveling.
Please call 424.458.6007 or click below to schedule an appointment online. We can't wait to meet you!
