TULSA, Oklahoma — February 19, 2026 — Morrow, Lai & Kitterman Pediatric Dentistry — widely known throughout Tulsa and the surrounding Green Country region as MLK Dentistry — is sharing real patient testimonials from families across Tulsa County that illustrate why the practice at 2930 S. Pittsburg Ave. has remained one of Oklahoma's most trusted names in children's dental care for more than 32 years.
The practice holds a distinction that very few dental offices anywhere in the country can claim: it has been recognized as America's highest and most reviewed pediatric dental practice — a milestone driven not by marketing, but by the thousands of Tulsa-area families who have made their voices heard through consistent, heartfelt reviews spanning decades of patient care.

At the heart of that reputation are three board-certified pediatric dentists whose collective expertise, community roots, and individual dedication to children's oral health have made the Pittsburg Avenue practice a cornerstone of Tulsa family life. Dr. Mark Morrow — a lifelong Tulsa resident, Oklahoma State University alumnus, and University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry graduate who completed his residency and Master of Science in Dentistry at Baylor College of Dentistry — has been practicing pediatric dentistry in Tulsa since 1988, earning recognition as Oklahoma Young Dentist of the Year and past president of the Southwest Society of Pediatric Dentists. Dr. April Lai, a fellow Oklahoma State and OU College of Dentistry graduate who completed her pediatric residency at Children's Hospital Denver, has served as a pediatric dental advisor to Tulsa Kids Magazine and was recognized as a Top Pediatric Dentist by Oklahoma Magazine. Dr. Kerry Kitterman, a Muskogee native and OU College of Dentistry graduate who completed her residency at the Medical College of Georgia, served as Chief Resident during her training and has been with the practice for over a decade, bringing both precision and a mother's personal perspective to every patient interaction.
The real patient stories the practice is now spotlighting capture what this three-decade legacy of care means to the Tulsa community in deeply personal terms.

Carol K. M. shared one of the most telling patient accounts — a story that speaks directly to the practice's commitment to honest, conservative dentistry over revenue-driven recommendations. "Dr. Morrow has always made my kids extremely comfortable to have their teeth worked on. He is kind, knowledgeable and excellent at his craft," she wrote. After another dentist recommended treating four of her daughter's baby teeth, Dr. Morrow recommended simply watching them instead — a call that proved exactly right when all four teeth fell out naturally within the year. "Excellent dentists who take the conservative route rather than the one that will make them more money," she concluded.

That integrity resonates across the broader Tulsa community — from Midtown to South Tulsa, and neighboring cities like Bixby, Jenks, Broken Arrow, and Owasso. Alicia W., a parent of multiple children who has brought her entire family to the practice, summed up the full experience. "Everyone from the office staff, hygienists, assistants, to the dentists make our visits easy and very enjoyable," she said. Sutton M., a parent of three, highlighted another dimension that busy Tulsa families appreciate most: "Morrow, Lai & Kitterman have always been great about scheduling all three together. That helps out a lot with our busy family schedule."
For parents whose children struggle with dental anxiety — a reality that defines the pediatric dental experience for many families — MLK Dentistry's team delivers something transformative. Shawnee W. described a recent visit where a staff member went above and beyond to make her particularly cautious son feel genuinely brave. "My son is really particular about who he warms to, but your staff always does a fantastic job making him feel comfortable," she said. Karen Kelly, a parent from nearby Bixby, added: "Doctor Lai was exceptional with my daughter Anna, who up to this point has been afraid of the dentist — but no more."

The practice's offerings extend well beyond routine checkups. MLK Dentistry provides sedation dentistry for patients who need additional comfort support, a proprietary "Free Until Three" preventive care program valued at over $120 per visit for the youngest patients, and the "Brush Your Way to Disney" program — a motivational oral hygiene initiative that enters children with great hygiene into a drawing for a trip to Disney World or Disneyland. The office is also home to Jeff, the practice's beloved therapy dog, whose presence helps ease nerves from the moment families arrive.

MLK Dentistry is currently welcoming new patients from across Tulsa County and the surrounding Green Country area. Appointments can be scheduled by visiting mlkdentistry.com. The practice is also available for online payment through its patient portal.