Plover Pediatric Dentistry

Plover Pediatric Dentistry is a dedicated pediatric dental clinic located on the 2nd floor at 11325 Seven Locks Rd Ste 250, Potomac, MD 20854. The practice is co-owned and operated by a husband-and-wife team of board-certified pediatric dentists, Dr. Pedro M. Alvarez III and Dr. Hae Jin Kim. Their mission is to provide exceptional and compassionate dental care for children from infancy through adolescence, typically ages 1-16, including those with special healthcare needs. The clinic emphasizes creating a positive and engaging environment for young patients, transforming dental visits into fun and educational experiences. They focus on understanding children's individual needs and helping them feel comfortable and empowered about their oral health. This is achieved through a kid-friendly office design, staff trained in child psychology and development, and a patient-centered approach that prioritizes open communication with both children and parents. Plover Pediatric Dentistry offers a comprehensive range of services, including: Preventive Dental Care: Professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, dental sealants, anticipatory guidance, radiographs, caries risk assessment, soft and hard tissue examination, TMJ evaluation, and infant programs. Restorative Dentistry: Minimally invasive dentistry, silver diamine fluoride, tooth-colored fillings, extractions, and space maintainers. Emergency Dentistry: Prompt care for dental accidents and urgent needs. Sedation Options: Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for anxious children to ensure a relaxed experience. The clinic is committed to modern safety practices, utilizing digital radiography to minimize radiation exposure, intraoral cameras for real-time visualization, and automated instrument processing for consistent sterility. They also employ Hepa Air filtration units and reverse osmosis/deionization water treatment for a clean and safe environment. Dr. Kim, a second-generation Korean-American, is passionate about connecting with children and helping them build confidence in their dental health. Dr. Alvarez, whose father was also a dentist, was inspired to specialize in pediatrics after seeing how negative childhood dental experiences could lead to adult anxiety, motivating him to create positive foundational experiences for children. Plover Pediatric Dentistry serves not only Potomac, MD, but also surrounding areas including Rockville, Bethesda, Washington D.C., Gaithersburg, Kensington, and Silver Spring, making quality pediatric dental care accessible to a wider community. They offer convenient online scheduling, online registration forms, and free on-site parking to enhance the patient and parent experience.