Brandywine Pediatric Dentistry - Jill L. Garrido, DDS

Brandywine Pediatric Dentistry, located at 2000 Foulk Rd c, Wilmington, DE 19810, is a prominent pediatric dental practice founded by Dr. Jill L. Garrido, DDS. Dr. Garrido, a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, graduated from Dartmouth College in 2002 and the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry at the University of the Pacific in 2009, completing her pediatric dentistry residency at St. Christopher's Children's Hospital in Philadelphia in 2011. She has been caring for children in the Wilmington and Philadelphia areas for over a decade and is active in professional organizations such as the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and the American Dental Association. Dr. Garrido also maintains credentials for Hospital Dentistry at Nemours/Alfred I. DuPont Children's Hospital and ChristianaCare Wilmington Hospital, where she teaches incoming residents. The clinic emphasizes a kind and compassionate approach to children's oral health, aiming to build trust with families. They cater to a wide range of pediatric dental needs, with a particular focus on children with special healthcare needs (SDHCN), including those with phobias, anxiety, previous negative dental experiences, neurodevelopmental disorders (like autism spectrum disorder), and congenital or acquired disorders (e.g., cerebral palsy). Services offered include routine dental exams and cleanings, preventative care, fillings, and various sedation options like nitrous oxide ("laughing gas") to ensure patient comfort. For extensive oral health needs, they also provide hospital dentistry under general anesthesia. Brandywine Pediatric Dentistry is known for its patient-centric care, offering personalized treatment plans and emphasizing patient education to help families understand dental needs and treatment options. Dr. Blaire Stoveld, another board-certified pediatric dentist, joined the practice in 2021, further strengthening their team's commitment to empathetic and fun dental care. The clinic has received positive reviews for its friendly staff, clean office, and patient approach, especially with children who have special needs. Dr. Jill Garrido was recognized in Delaware Today Magazine's 2022 Top Dentists list for pediatric dentistry, an honor based on peer nominations.