Lisa S. Jacob, DDS, MS
- Dental
Pediatric Dentist
Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine
Phone:
737-229-3517
Languages: English, Spanish - Medical only
Office location:
9835 North Lake Creek Parkway
Austin, TX 78717
Get to know Lisa S. Jacob, DDS, MS
Dr. Jacob is a Pediatric Dentist who specializes in providing comprehensive dental care for children with complex medical conditions. She collaborates with other medical professionals to ensure safe, compassionate and individually tailored dental treatments for your child. As part of the Division of Plastic and Craniofacial Surgery, she specializes in working with children with cleft lip/palate and other craniofacial conditions. Dr. Jacob is involved with many professional organizations and has held leadership roles including president of the Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry in 2014-15. She has participated and presented her dental research nationally, taught dental students, and worked in both private practice, public health and hospital dentistry.
Personal Statement
I want to provide your child the highest quality of dental care using the most advanced technology. I will talk and collaborate with your child's other medical specialists to complete care. Using this "One Team" approach makes sure that every dental procedure your child has will always consider their complete medical history and current health status to create the safest experience. I know that your child with special health care needs has encountered many challenges. I am here to help you and your family achieve your child's optimal oral health care.
Clinical Interests
Craniofacial anomalies, cleft lip and/or palate, genetic disorders, cardiac disease, hematological disorders and other immunocompromised states
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry | Masters | Master of Science | 2005 |
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry | Residency | Pediatric Dentistry | 2005 |
| Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center | Residency | General Practice Dentistry | 1998 |
| University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston School of Dentistry | Dental School | Doctor of Dental Surgery | 1997 |
| Southwestern University | Bachelors | Bachelor of Arts | 1993 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry | Member of Special Healthcare Needs Committee |
| American Academy of Pediatrics | Member |
| American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation/American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Research and Policy Center Transition Advisory Group | Member |
| American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Foundation | Member of Grants and Programs Committee |
| American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association | Member |
| American Dental Association | Member |
| Capital Area Dental Society | Member |
| International College of Dentists | Fellow |
| National Association for Professional Women | Member |
| Texas Academy of Pediatric Dentistry | Member |
| Texas Dental Association | Member |
Board Certifications
American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Fellow
Honors and awards
- 2024
-
Top Dentists in Austin, TX, topDentists
- 2017
-
Top Dentists in Austin, TX, topDentists
- 2014
-
Top Dentists in Austin, TX, topDentists
- 2011-2016
-
Texas Super Dentists, Texas Monthly
- 2015
-
Manuel M. Album Award (given to individual who has the greatest contribution to the oral health of children with special needs), American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
* Texas Children’s Hospital physicians’ licenses and credentials are reviewed prior to practicing at any of our facilities. Sections titled From the Doctor, Professional Organizations and Publications were provided by the physician’s office and were not verified by Texas Children’s Hospital.
Research interests
Caries risk assessment, efficacy of electric toothbrushes in patients with cleft lip/palate, non-traumatic dental injuries in the emergency room
Jacob, L. Craniofacial Anomalies. Chapter 17. Nowak A and Casamassimo P. The Handbook- Pediatric Dentistry. 5th edition. American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. May 2018
Lewis CW, Jacob LS, Lehmann CU. AAP Section on Oral Health. The Primary Care Pediatrician and the Care of Children with Cleft Lip and/or Cleft Palate. Pediatrics. 2017; 139 (5):e20170628
Jacob L, Flaitz C, Nichols M, Hicks J. Role of Dentinal Carious Lesions in the Pathogenesis of Oral Candidiasis in HIV infection. JADA 1998; 129: 187
Jacob L. Inter-organizational Alliance with AAPD and ACPA. Pediatric Dentistry Today. March 2014
Jacob L. Sharing a Roof. Texas Dental Journal. February 2014
Jacob L. Oral Health: A window to your overall health. Link newsletter. Spring 2011