About Jim Petras

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James Petras, D.M.D.

Northwestern College, '81
Dental, University of Pennsylvania, '85
Orthodontics, Boston University, '87

"I was born and raised on a Wisconsin farm. After graduating as valedictorian of my class, I entered Northwestern as a chemistry major to become a physician. While in college, my teeth needed orthodontic work so I became friends with a local orthodontist and paid for my braces by mowing lawns and completing handy man jobs. Our friendship and his mentoring lead to my interest in pursuing a career in orthodontics.

I find dentistry to be very artistic so it goes hand and hand with what I enjoy doing at home. My life is an endless parade. I love to do a million things: play piano, sing in a polka band (Uncle Earl and His Fuzzy Cousins), garden & landscape, run in local races, play basketball & sports, read and fill my time with artistic projects such as special effects for my children's parties. I love to roll up my sleeves and live my life.

Because of my love of sports and music, I can totally connect with kids and it's very natural. They are a part of my life and we'd love for you to join our family so please come and visit us."
Dr. James Petras, D.M.D.
Kayla Jolivet

Kayla Jolivet, DMD, MS
Dr. Kayla Jolivet is excited to join the Petras family and serve patients in Reading and surrounding areas. Dr. Jolivet earned her biology degree from Rutgers University in  Camden, NJ and her dental degree (DMD) from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She went on to complete her specialty training in Orthodontics at Stony Brook, where she also earned a master's degree in Oral Biology and Pathology. She is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and the Pennsylvania Dental Association. Originally from Burlington, NJ, she now calls West Reading home. When not creating beautiful smiles, Dr. Kayla enjoys knitting, crocheting, reading, exploring new places, and spending time with her cat, Chester.

Kayla Jolivet