Grass Lake Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

10/16/2026

One candle, one dental visit! 🎂🦷☝️

Your little one’s first dental visit should happen by their first birthday—or within 6 months of their first tooth appearing, whichever comes first! 💙

We’ll check those tiny teeth, talk brushing and feeding habits, and answer your questions. Little smiles deserve a strong start! ✨

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10/14/2026

A little introduction for the new faces here! 👋🦷

I’m Dr. Melisa Potocki, board-certified pediatric dentist, owner of Grass Lake Pediatric Dentistry, and mom to three daughters! 💙

My journey took me from the University of Michigan (Go Blue! 💛💙) to dental school at the University of Kentucky, followed by pediatric dental residency at Case Western Reserve University and Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital.

As both a dentist and a mom, I know how much it means to find someone you trust with your child. My goal is to help kids feel comfortable, give parents clear guidance, and celebrate the little wins that build confidence along the way.

Outside the office, you’ll find me spending time with my family, traveling, singing, or enjoying a good book. And if you’ve met our therapy dog, Brady, you already know one of my favorite teammates! 🐾

I’m so glad you’re here. Thank you for letting us be part of your child’s smile story! ✨

10/13/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Katie! 🎂🎈 Wishing you a day filled with joy and laughter. You are the best! From all of us at Grass Lake Pediatric Dentistry, we hope you have an amazing celebration! 💙

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Tiny teeth. Big questions. 🦷✨

October is Dental Hygiene Month, and we’re celebrating Ali and Kelly—the caring hygienists who help our little patients and their families build healthy habits! 💙

Wondering what we cover at an age-one dental visit? It’s so much more than counting teeth! From brushing and toothpaste to feeding habits, teething, pacifiers, and cavity prevention, we help you feel confident caring for your child’s smile.

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🎂 First dental visit by the first birthday!
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09/24/2026

We have some exciting news! 🦷🩵Grass Lake Pediatric Dentistry has qualified for Round I voting in Jackson Magazine’s Best of Jackson 2027 in the Best Dental Practice category!

We’re grateful to the families who trust us with their children’s smiles and to our team for the care they bring to every visit. Voting opens October 1 at JacksonMagazine.com and runs through October 23. If our office has made a difference for your family, we’d be honored to have your vote!

09/21/2026

Meet Kelly! ☕️

Kelly is apart of our Dental hygiene Team!

She's a coffee lover with a taste for chips and salsa, and her favorite pastime includes camping, fishing, and boating. You might catch her decorating with flair or writing as a hidden talent.

Kelly's heart is warmed by her son, and she finds joy in being a mom. Oh, and her toothpaste flavor of choice? Marshmallow! 🐾

Say hi to Kelly and share something that makes you smile! 😊

09/18/2026

Always learning and growing! 🦷🩵Our clinical team is having a wonderful day at the Michigan Academy of Pediatric Dentistry meeting. We’re always striving to make every child’s dental experience the very best it can be! ✨

09/15/2026

📱 We’re upgrading our systems!

Grass Lake Pediatric Dentistry is transitioning to new practice software to help us serve our families even better. During this transition, you may temporarily receive duplicate text messages or messages from a new phone number.

No action is needed—this is simply part of the migration process. We appreciate your patience as we make this upgrade! If you have any questions or receive a message you’re unsure about, please contact our office directly. 💙🩵🦷