Today we’d like to introduce you to Dr. Bobbi Peterson.
Hi Dr. Petersoni, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstories with our readers.
My name is Bobbi Peterson, and I am an orthodontist. My main practice is in Brooklyn NY. I went to Drexel University in Philadelphia for undergrad and graduated with a BS in biology. I attended Howard University for my Dental School DDS degree. I came to Brooklyn for my residencies. I practices general dentistry for a couple of years and decided to go back to school to specialize in orthodontics. I opened my practice the month after graduation. Fast forward …, a few businesses later I designed THE BIG MOUTH TOOTHBRUSH!! The patented design allows for increased surface area while you brush. You are able to contact upper teeth, upper gums, lower teeth, and lower gums all at the same time. It literally feels like a spa!
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall, and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Smooth? For a Black woman? In this Caucasian male dominated dental field? And even more selective and competitive orthodontic specialty?? Yes, there were many bumps, but I doubt there is enough space! One that sticks out to me was when the landlord of my first (and then eventually second) practice raised my rent DRAMATICALLY once my lease was up! We are talking 1000/ month increase. It lead me to purchase the building where my current practice is making me the only Black female orthodontist that owns the building where her practice is in New York.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I’m an orthodontist but I am also an INVENTOR!!! I made a small improvement to something that was created hundreds of years ago and it’s also something that EVERYONE needs… a toothbrush! The Big Mouth Toothbrush has FIVE SPEEDS for all dental needs! Clean, whiten, polish…, sensitive, and gum care!
If we knew you growing up, how would we have described you?
I am the youngest and loudest of 8!! My entire family says I have a big mouth! I was Raised by a single mom that worked three jobs, I would describe my younger self as aggressive, determined, and once I had my daughter… Extremely motivated and focused.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.bigmouthtoothbrush.com
- Instagram: @iamdrbobbi @allthingsdrbobbi @thebigmouthtoothbrush
- Facebook: Dr Bobbi Peterson
- Youtube: Being Bobbi
- Other: TikTok @drbobbilicious
Image Credits
Dennis Manuel
