Dr. Erika Denour Nations

New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center: Pediatric Dental Residency 

Columbia University College of Dental Medicine: Doctor of Dental Surgery 

Brown University: Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Biotechnology; Master of Science in Biotechnology 

Dr. Erika Denour Nations completed both her undergraduate and graduate training at Brown University before returning home to New York City to earn her dental degree and complete her specialty training in pediatric dentistry at Columbia University. 

Warm, gentle, and thoughtful in her approach, Dr. Erika believes that every child deserves a positive introduction to dental care. She emphasizes prevention-first, conservative treatment to protect not only a child's smile, but also their confidence. By creating a calm, encouraging environment, she helps patients feel comfortable in the dental chair while fostering a lifelong relationship with oral health. 

Passionate about the connection between nutrition, oral health, and overall wellness, Dr. Erika approaches every patient from a big-picture perspective. She believes that healthy habits established early in life lay the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles and is committed to partnering with families every step of the way. 

Outside the office, Dr. Erika and her husband enjoy calling the East Side home and are always exploring New York City's vibrant food scene. Whether she's experimenting with a new recipe in a cooking class or taking a Pilates class at a neighborhood studio, she embraces wellness and balances both inside and outside the office.