Meet the Dentists

Dr. Neeru Ramaswami BDS, MS, MPH, FAAPD

Dr. Ramaswami is a board-certified pediatric dentist with over 20 years of experience who specializes in treating infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. She specializes in laser-assisted tongue-tie procedures in infants and children, as well as the screening and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing in children. A graduate of the University of Michigan pediatric dentistry program, she is the past president of the Michigan Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and has served on the Michigan Department of Public Health Strategic Planning Commission for children with special health needs.

Dr. Ramaswami believes that by recognizing and correcting developmental problems such as tongue ties, thumb sucking habits, and other oral myofunctional disorders early on, she is paving a path for children to achieve optimal health and wellness in their growing years. She treats the child as a whole person—guiding them through their fun elementary, middle, and high school years—educating them on how their mental and physical health can affect oral health.

Dr. Ramaswami’s advocacy efforts for underprivileged children and work with her medical colleagues were recognized with the Child Health Care Provider Award in 2008, honoring her work as an outstanding child advocate in Genesee County. Dr. Ramaswami has spoken at various continuing dental and medical education courses on the topic of infant and toddler oral health through the Michigan Dental Association and the Michigan State University School of Medicine.

Dr. Ramaswami is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the International College of Dentists—both prestigious organizations that have recognized her leadership and her contribution to the field of pediatric dentistry. She also serves as a clinical adjunct professor at the Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry.

Okemos has been her home for the past 22 years. When she is not at work, you will see her at various school events in the Okemos school district with her husband, two daughters, and her dog Enzo. She loves to listen to jazz music and podcasts, do yin yoga, go for quiet nature walks, and eat ice cream at Baskin and Robbins!

Dr. Melisa Potocki

Dr. Melisa Potocki grew up in Michigan and, after attending the University of Michigan for her undergraduate degree, she received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Kentucky. Dr. Melisa then completed her rigorous training in pediatric dentistry from Case Western Reserve University and Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, in Cleveland, Ohio. She is a diplomate, certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and holds a Pediatric Dental Specialist license in Michigan.

As a military spouse, Dr. Melisa and her family have lived in many places while her husband was serving in the US Air Force. They are happy to be back home in Michigan. Spending quality time with her three young daughters and getting outside are some of her favorite things to do. In her practice, Dr. Melisa values treating your child as one of her own and creating a positive dental experience for them. She looks forward to getting to know you and your family and giving your child a comfortable dental home.

Dr. Muneeb Shaikh DDS, MS

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Muneeb Shaikh, an avid advocate for children’s oral health, whose journey began in the heart of our state. Born and raised in the Ann Arbor/ Jackson area in Michigan, Dr. Shaikh completed his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan (Go Blue!). He then went on to Indiana University, where he completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS).

Committed to excellence, with a deep-rooted compassion for children, he completed his pediatric dentistry residency training at the Riley’s Children’s Hospital, and received his Masters of Science in pediatric dentistry from the prestigious pediatric dentistry program at Indiana University. During his specialty training, Dr. Shaikh witnessed the transformative power of empathetic care and dedicated expertise, thus finding his passion and true calling of pediatric dentistry.

Dr. Shaikh is committed to providing compassionate and patient-focused care for his pediatric patients. Dr. “Shake” as his little patients call him, is funny, exuberant, and strives to create a nurturing environment where children feel safe, valued, and understood. When he is not crafting brighter futures in the dental chair, you’ll often find Dr. Shaikh savoring precious moments with his wife and family, enjoying the outdoors and beauty of our incredible state.

United in the maize and blue colors of their alma mater—University of Michigan—our pediatric dentists are here to provide a positive dental experience for your child, right from the start.