Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist?

What Is a Pediatric Dentist?

Just like a pediatrician specializes in a child’s medical care by diagnosing and treating conditions that are particular to children, a pediatric dentist is a specialist in children’s oral health care. A pediatric dentist spends an extra 2 to 3 years studying and training through a residency program that focuses on oral health problems that are particular to children.

Throughout their studies, they also learn how to communicate with children, understand child psychology, study child development, learn how to treat orthodontic problems at an early age, treat patients with special needs, and manage dental anxiety in children.

While general dentists treat adults and family dentists treat patients of all ages, a pediatric dentist exclusively treats children. This is our area of expertise, so your child will receive the highest quality of dental care.

What Does It Mean to Be

Board Certified?

Dr. Wendy is a board-certified pediatric dentist which means she has been certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry (ABPD) which is an organization that recognizes excellence in oral health care being provided to children of all ages by passing oral and written examinations that test their knowledge, abilities, and skills.

A board-certified dentist has passed all necessary training requirements and tests necessary to earn this accreditation and they also commit to ongoing competency and lifelong learning so they can continue to educate themselves on the latest techniques and dental technology to provide the best outcomes for children.

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Meet Our Friendly Team

The Sprouting Smiles team is excited to nurture warm and memorable dental experiences for you and your family. From the front office to the operatory, we’re here to support your child’s journey toward cultivating a strong and happy smile. Stop by and say hello today!

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Benefits of Seeing a

Pediatric Dentist

Child-Friendly Office Design - Our office is designed with a child’s eyes in mind. The atmosphere is fun and playful rather than sterile and serious. Your child will enjoy the relaxing colors and fun designs they find around the office that are meant to capture their attention.

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We also offer entertaining child-friendly amenities such as a child’s play area, toys, iPads, and TVs. Our friendly team will welcome them with open arms from the second they walk through the door.

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Build Trust & Alleviate Dental Anxiety - Children need to form a dental home from a young age to make a good impression on dental care, form a trusting relationship with their dentist, and prevent dental anxiety.

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Your child needs to go to the dentist by the time they’re one year old. The first appointment is largely about settling into the environment and getting them accustomed to examinations and the dental setting.

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We are specially trained in how to treat patients with special needs & anxiety so we can properly accommodate them, alter the environment to their needs, and offer them dental sedation.

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Expert on Children’s Oral Health - As experts in the field that have spent additional years studying and training to earn a specialization in pediatric dentistry, we know how to prevent and treat oral health problems in children better than anyone.

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Children’s teeth are different from adults and shouldn’t be treated with a one-size-fits-all approach. This is why we use the latest in special dental tools that are specifically designed for children’s smaller mouths and thinner teeth.

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We also perform many treatments that other family dentists do not perform, including frenectomies, silver diamine fluoride treatments, and space maintainers.

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‍Compassionate & Understanding - Pediatric dentists spend a lot of time learning about child psychology and communication styles. We can communicate with your child on their level to help them understand what’s going on without scaring them.

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We like to use the Tell-Show-Do technique to make your child feel more comfortable and less apprehensive about any given dental treatment. Our entire dental team is extremely welcoming, kind, and understanding. If your child needs some comfort, we will always be there to reassure them.

Schedule Your Child’s Next Appointment At

Sprouting Smiles Pediatric Dentistry

If you're looking for a pediatric dentist for your child, give us a call today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Wendy. We can’t wait to welcome your little one to our dental family with welcoming arms!