KY – Louisville – Outer Loop

Dr. Melanie Abrams

Dr. Melanie Abrams graduated from the University of Louisville, School of Dentistry in 2006. Dr. Melanie enjoyed the field so much; she continued her studies in a residency program with focus on oral surgery, special needs patients, and treatment planning and hospital dentistry. This experience confirmed her love of working with children. She has been in private practice focusing on children’s dental health ever since! With such a focus on education, Dr. Abrams remains very active in the dental community including such groups as the American Dental Association, Kentucky Dental Association, Louisville Dental Society, and Kentucky Association of Women Dentists.

Dr. Melanie met her wonderful husband, Greg, in 1998 through a mutual friend, marrying in 2002. The Abrams live in Louisville with their two children, Alyssa and Derek. In her free time, you will find her playing volleyball, reading a good book or spending time with her wonderful family and friends. Dr. Abrams focuses on children because of her belief that every child deserves a beautiful smile. Dental health increases confidence and of course plays a large role in your child’s over all health with an emphasis on parent and patient education.

Dr. Melanie believes each child should be treated the way she would want her children to be treated. She shares the goal of Kid’s Dentistry to ensure the atmosphere make the child feel safe, so they will enjoy coming to the dentist and having fun while learning to take care of their teeth.

Dr. Heather Hammond

Dr. Heather Hammond is a native of Greenwood, Indiana, and completed her undergraduate degree in Spanish from Hanover College in 2012. She went on to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2016, and her General Practice Residency (GPR) at University of Louisville Hospital in 2017. She practiced public health dentistry for two years in Indianapolis before returning for two years of advanced training at the University of Kentucky Pediatric Dentistry Residency program.  Dr. Washburn is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Kentucky Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Kentucky Dental Association, and Southeastern Society of Pediatric Dentistry. 

She is so grateful to have the opportunity at Kid’s Dentistree, where she is able to work with a dedicated team and can utilize both Spanish and dentistry to provide the best care possible to her pediatric patients and their families. When Dr. Washburn is not at the office, you might catch her around Louisville with her family, friends, and her sweet goldendoodle, Penny! We are confident you will receive the same amazing care from Dr. Washburn as you have come to expect from our entire team.

Dr. Kelly Underwood

Dr. Kelly Underwood graduated from the University of Louisville with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and then received her doctorate of dental medicine at the University Of Louisville School Of Dentistry. She completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University Hospital and the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. She focused on medically complex and special needs patients, along with children in a conventional office and hospital setting. After residency Dr. Kelly worked with children in a private practice. Dr. Kelly is an active member of the Louisville Dental Society Kentucky Dental Association, American Dental Association and the Kentucky Association of Women’s Dentists. She is licensed in Kentucky and Indiana.

Dr. Kelly lives in Louisville with her husband Jason and two dogs. She enjoys playing tennis and spending time with family and friends. Her family centric approach to dental care involves the child, parents, and siblings. She believes that diet, hygiene, and dental treatment must all be addressed to provide truly comprehensive care. Dr. Kelly’s calm and friendly demeanor will help place your child at ease to comfortably reach all your oral health goals.