Only Kids Dentistry

Only Kids Dentistry is a specialized pediatric dental practice with two locations in Iowa, one in Waverly at 211 E Bremer Ave, and another in Waterloo at 239 East San Marnan Drive. The clinic is exclusively dedicated to providing comprehensive dentistry for children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, tweens, teenagers, and children with special healthcare needs. The practice was formed in June 2008 by Dr. Jyoti Chowdhury, who completed his Master's Degree in Dental Public Health from the University of Iowa and his Pediatric Dentistry Residency program at the UI College of Dentistry. He is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. Only Kids Dentistry emphasizes a health-centered and prevention-oriented approach to dental care. The clinic is designed to be child-friendly, featuring games and X-Box consoles in waiting areas, and televisions and educational toys in treatment rooms to create a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Their specially trained staff is skilled at interacting with children in a warm, caring, and understanding manner, aiming to alleviate dental anxiety and make visits enjoyable. Services offered by Only Kids Dentistry include, but are not limited to: Preventive Care: Dental exams, cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants to protect against cavities. They also provide nutrition and diet recommendations and habit counseling (e.g., pacifier use, thumb sucking). Restorative Dentistry: Dental fillings (they are a mercury-free practice), dental crowns, extractions, and pulpotomies. Orthodontics: Early assessment and treatment for straightening teeth, correcting improper bites, and utilizing removable appliances and space maintainers. Special Needs Care: Their expertise extends to caring for children with various special healthcare conditions. Emergency Dental Care: Providing care for dental injuries like fractured or knocked-out teeth. Only Kids Dentistry focuses on teaching children proper oral hygiene habits and educating parents on maintaining their child's dental health. They aim to make the dental office an environment where children learn that going to the dentist can be a positive and even fun experience.