Louie Pediatric Dentistry

Louie Pediatric dentistry is a dental clinic located at 250 Beiser Blvd STE 101, Dover, DE 19904, specializing in providing comprehensive dental care for infants, children, adolescents, and patients with special healthcare needs. The practice is led by two experienced dentists, Dr. Lawrence A. Louie and his son, Dr. Phillip J. Louie (often referred to as "Dr. Pj"). Dr. Lawrence A. Louie has been practicing pediatric dentistry in the Dover area since 1989, after completing his residency at Indiana University/James Whitcomb Riley Children's Hospital. Dr. Pj joined his father in 2013 after completing his residency at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and has since developed a hospital dentistry program at Kent General Hospital, the first of its kind in Kent County. The clinic emphasizes gentle dentistry to create a pleasant and positive dental experience for children from an early age, aiming to build a lifelong positive attitude towards oral health. They believe in making children comfortable and confident during their visits, even encouraging independence for young or anxious patients by allowing them to accompany a dental team member through their visit once comfortable. Louie Pediatric Dentistry's services include, but are not limited to, initial dental visits for infants as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the American Dental Association (ADA) – within 6 months of the first tooth or no later than the 1st birthday. These visits typically involve thorough examinations of the mouth, cleaning, fluoride treatment, and potentially X-rays to assess growth, development, bite, and spacing. They also discuss oral habits like thumb/finger sucking and pacifier use, and provide orthodontic referrals when needed. The clinic strives for transparency regarding financial matters, accepting most dental insurance plans and being a participating provider with Delta Dental, Federal Employee Benefits Program, and Delaware Medicaid. They assist with submitting claims and provide estimates for deductibles and co-payments. Patients are advised to arrive 15 minutes early for appointments with necessary forms, insurance cards, medication lists, and allergy information. The practice has a policy regarding late arrivals and no-shows, noting that late patients may be asked to reschedule and multiple missed appointments could lead to dismissal from the practice. The patient's safety and convenience are priorities, and they aim to provide a welcoming environment where children are treated like family.