Dr. Ashlee Thomas Kato, Board Certified Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Ashlee Thomas Kato is a native of Buffalo, NY and currently resides in the northern Virginia area. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in nutritional science from Howard University and is a graduate of the University of Maryland - Baltimore School of Dentistry. Her passion for working with children led her to pursue a career in pediatric dentistry; she returned to Howard University and completed a post-doctoral residency. Dr. Kato is recognized as a board-certified pediatric dentist and Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD).
Dr. Kato is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), The American Dental Association (ADA), Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Inc., and has previously been crowned Miss Howard University 2011-12 and Miss Black Maryland USA 2016.
These platforms have allowed her to implement countless community-based initiatives, giving back to youth in need as she has partnered with countless schools and youth groups, such as the Boys and Girls Club and Girl Scouts. She also is a volunteer with Team Smile, a non-profit organization that provides free dental care to undersserved children in the community through partnerships with various NBA, NFL, and MLB teams. Some of her interests outside the office include painting, traveling, and spending time with her daughter and husband. As a pediatric dentist, she provides care to patients ranging from as young as three months to 21 years.
We are confident in her abilities and passion for shaping positive dental experiences for kids. With her experience and dedication to creating healthy smiles, she started Suite Tooth with the best experience for every child in mind.
