Why Families Choose Us
✓ We take time to listen
✓ Judgment-free support for parents
✓ Sensory-friendly environment
✓ Board-certified pediatric dentist
✓ Special needs expertise
✓ Hospital dentistry available
✓ Convenient online scheduling
✓ Locally owned and family focused
MISSION STATEMENT
At Little Bear Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Nuthyla Skuja, a board-certified pediatric dentist, extendsher roles as a mother, wife, friend, and daughter to create a nurturing space. Our mission is toprovide a welcoming environment where mothers feel authentic, and patients become part ofour extended family. Through daily dedication, we work passionately to deliver exceptionalpediatric dental care, cultivating confidence and resilience in children. As the friendlyneighborhood pediatric dentist, we invite you to join our Little Bear community, where everysmile is a testament to our commitment to love, laughter, and lasting connections.
VISION STATEMENT
To be a cornerstone of compassionate pediatric dentistry, Little Bear Pediatric Dentistry envisions a haven where love, laughter, and authenticity flourish. Our aspiration is to foster a community where every child builds confidence, resilience, and becomes a shining role model. Committed to creating a judgment-free space, we strive to be the friendly neighborhood pediatric dentist, weaving lasting relationships and bringing smiles to the faces of both children and mothers.
OUR CORE VALUES
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We approach every interaction with empathy and kindness, recognizing the unique needs and feelings of each child and family.
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We value and encourage genuine and open communication, fostering an environment where both staff and patients feel comfortable being their authentic selves.
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We provide top-notch pediatric dental care, consistently striving for excellence in our services, patient experience, and community impact.
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We believe in the power of community and actively work to build a supportive and inclusive Little Bear community, where everyone feels connected and valued.
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We instill resilience in our patients by promoting a positive and supportive environment, helping children overcome challenges and build confidence in their dental care journey.
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We foster a collaborative and team-oriented environment, recognizing that the collective efforts of our staf
GET TO KNOW DR. SKUJA
Dr. Skuja (pronounced Skooya) is a board certified pediatric dentist passionate about making each child’s experience in the dental chair fun, engaging, and best suited to their individual needs.
Born in Libya and raised in Saudi Arabia, Dr. Skuja has always had a passion for medicine. Spending her summers in the United States as a child, she eventually moved here permanently for college, receiving her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Iowa.
Dr. Skuja then went on to earn her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland Baltimore College of Dental Surgery. She completed her General Practice Residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA, and received her Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C.
Dr. Skuja enjoyed traveling to different states with her family as her husband pursued career opportunities. This travel exposed her to work experiences in various dental settings: private practice, large corporate offices, and federally qualified medical centers. Seeing this variety of dental environments made Dr. Skuja all the more passionate about creating her own positive, encouraging practice where she could deliver the highest quality care to her patients.
Recently, Dr. Skuja engaged with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry in a leadership position and is actively pursuing involvement with her state chapter’s pediatric dental academy. Dr. Skuja has always maintained privileges at the local pediatric hospitals as this has allowed her to provide services to children with special healthcare needs and those who may be medically compromised.
Dr. Skuja is married with two children and enjoys spending time with family and friends during her spare time. Dr. Skuja also enjoys cooking and trying new recipes and has recently taken up gardening. When she gets that rare and elusive moment of alone time, she can be found at the arboretum or her city’s local museum.
WHAT TO EXPECT
At your child’s first visit we’ll introduce you to Dr. Skuja and our staff, give you a brief tour of our office, and start your child’s exam! We like to get to know each of our families and what their child’s individual preferences, needs, and goals may be. We prioritize communication, compassion, and positivity—even a bit of playfulness—to help you and your child have the most successful appointments possible.
A Dental Office Designed for Kids
We use technology that enhances the patient experience, from digital records and an electronic portal for communication to our state-of-the-art tools that help us deliver minimally invasive treatments and keep your child comfortable. We also aim to create a soothing environment with Montessori-style learning activities in our waiting room that facilitate calm, independent play.
CONVENIENT LOCATION
We're conveniently located near the heart of Malvern in Uptown Worthington retail center. With plenty of parking and generous walkways, you can schedule your appointments while on a visit to Wegmans, Target, or the upcoming Nemours medical center.
MONTESSORI-STYLE PLAY AREA
While we utilize top-of-the-line dental technology in our exam rooms, we prefer to keep our waiting room tech free. Montessori play is a wonderful way to enhance development in children by fostering imagination, emotional strength, and cognitive skills.
TVS IN OPERATORIES
We know that a little distraction can go a long way during a dental exam. We provide TVs in the dental operatories for entertainment and as a distraction tool giving our patients diversion during a demanding procedure.
WARM, SOOTHING ENVIRONMENT
Little Bear Pediatric Dentistry aims to provide a welcome change to the stereotype of sterile corporate dentistry with our natural light, soothing colors, and plenty of calm and engaging Montessori-style toys for kids in the waiting room.
DIGITAL PATIENT PORTAL
Communication is easier than ever with your personal patient portal, where you can communicate with us and coordinate care for your child.
GIRL SCOUNT OF EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA
Little Bear Pediatric Dentistry is proud to give back to the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, an umbrella group which includes several troops that cater to different age ranges. Dr. Skuja has seen the difference the Girl Scouts have made in her own daughter’s life and is inspired by their mission to help girls “grow courageous and strong through a wide variety of enriching experiences, such as field trips, skill-building sports clinics, community service projects, cultural exchanges, and environmental stewardships.”
EMPOWERING TINY GRINS THROUGH EDUCATION
As an active member of the Malvern community, Dr. Skuja enjoys working with local schools and educators to help teach kids about the importance of dental health. To get in touch with Dr. Skuja about a collaboration at your school, reach out to us below!